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DEDICATION TO THE ARTS

BY GRACE CRICHTON FERNVALE Artists Gai Edmonds, Liane Battersby, and Ron Orr opened their joint ex-

hibition ‘From the Coast to the Country’ at Lowood’s Open Door Galley on February 9.

The opening function was a chance to honour Mr Orr, a

longtime volunteer at Fernvale Futures centre, a past president of Somerset Art Society Inc (SASI), and a stalwart of the community.

Mr Orr began painting in 1996 when he saw art lessons advertised in a Fernvale shop window.

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Fernvale Artists Gai Edmonds, Ron Orr, and Liane Battersby at the opening of their new exhibition at the Open Door Gallery in Lowood on February 9.

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New owners bring new opportunities THE LOCKYER & Somerset Independent team is excited to annouce the next chapter of our newspaper.

The sale of The Lockyer & Somerset Independent newspaper to Ipswich Media Pty Ltd marks a new chapter for the publication, bringing with it opportunities for growth and enhancement.

Co-founder and general manager Bruce Horrocks will remain at the helm, ensuring a seamless continuation of leadership, while all existing staff members are set to retain their roles.

“This is an exciting new era that will allow us to take the paper to the next level,” Mr Horrocks said.

The transition promises to maintain the local focus and team while introducing improvements including an online news site for readers and access to modern digital systems, training, and support for staff.

The Lockyer & Somerset Independent was launched in 2020 following News Corp’s abandonment of regional news in Queensland.

Proud local John Schollick with the support of Bruce Horrocks

Celebrating 100 years of communication excellence IT’S ALL about communication excellence, and for 100 years, world-wide Toastmasters have been expressing themselves better.

Toastmasters began as a series of speaking clubs organized by Ralph C. Smedley during his time working for the Young Men’s Christian Association (YMCA) in the United States.

He named the group the Toastmasters Club and the first unofficial Toastmasters meeting was held on 24th March, 1905.

Independent manager Bruce Horrocks with Ipswich Media Pty Ltd managing director Damian Morgan.

launched the paper to ensure locals continued to be supported with vital local news.

Since then the paper has reflected the community and ensured it has stood up for community issues and provided an important voice for the local community.

Ipswich Media publish other successful newspapers including Ipswich News Today, Greater Springfield Today, The Beaudesert Times, and Jimboomba Today.

As part of the Today News Group, they bring extensive experience in managing 14 regional newspapers

The existing Lockyer Valley Toastmasters Club chartered on 1 September 2008.

Though a small, rural club, members are passionate about personal development and education.

By developing speeches, practising them, then presenting them in front of supportive club colleagues, members are enhancing their public speaking and broader communication skills.

Their peers provide positive, constructive feedback, commending the good points in their speeches, while providing recommendations for

across Queensland.

Ipswich Media Managing Director Damian Morgan expressed his appreciation to John Schollick and his foresight and for The Lockyer & Somerset Independent and its team.

He emphasised the staff’s commitment to supporting the publication’s growth in the next phase, highlighting the importance of local news as a vital component of community life.

“Local public interest journalism is vital for vibrant communities and is essential for local democratic processes,” Mr Morgan said.

“We are excited to be part of this quality local newspaper and honoured to be the custodians of The Independent and being able to provide the local community with a voice and to ensure the powerful are held to account.”

The agreed sale is set to be finalised at the beginning of March, paving the way for a collaborative effort to further strengthen The Lockyer & Somerset Independent’s role in serving its local community.

improvement.

Every member who steps up to the lectern gains credit for their efforts in the Toastmasters International educational program, the Pathways learning experience.

They also gain self-confidence, enhanced self-esteem and the joy of completing their Toastmasters’ goals.

There are even opportunities to compete in formal speech contests if members wish.

The club is planning some free Showcase events to celebrate this important milestone.

We encourage local folk

18 and over to come along to one of these events or our regular twice-monthly meetings, to see what we do and to meet our passionate members.

Guests can attend up to three club meetings for free before they decide if they want to join us.

It is a very cost-effective way of enhancing sought after soft skills.

Why not take the plunge, and become a member in this our centenary year?

Carolyn Becker Vice-President Education and Club Mentor Lockyer Valley Toastmasters Club

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Letters may be edited for length and clarity. All letters are published at the editor’s discretion.

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International flavour at rescue training UNITED States flood rescue experts shared their flood rescue skills with Australian counterparts last week for life-saving operations as storm deluges increase across the country.

Operators from the Brisbane-based Public Safety and Training Response (PSTR) Group took to the water at Atkinson Dam on Thursday February 8 to complete their flood rescue boat operator and personal watercraft qualifications under the guidance of two US Rescue 3 instructors.

PSTR Group head of operations Trevor Arnold said the US Rescue 3 instructors were invited as they were among the best in the world.

“We send a lot of our teams overseas and we met the Rescue 3 instructors in Oklahoma City and we’ve been over there a couple times now for the World Rescue Challenge, and we saw some really good instructional techniques in

Flood rescue trainees used an upturned boat to simulate a submerged car in a rescue situation at Atkinson Dam on Thursday February 8.

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some of their trainers,” Mr Arnold said.

“We invited them to come along to enhance our training here in Australia.

“The world’s becoming a smaller place and in all years

now we are either sending crews interstate or overseas for both floods and fires, so having an international flavour to our training really prepares us for working with other countries and other

states and territories.”

Mr Arnold said PSTR Group’s flood and swift water rescue technicians were already highly skilled.

“Many of them have trained in Australia, New

Zealand and also in the USA, so they’re already highly qualified but they’re undertaking this training to further enhance their skills to make sure they can operate in a flood rescue environment

safely and very efficiently,” he said.

“It is no secret that Australia is home to some of the most destructive natural disasters in the world, therefore we want to train with the best in the world to ensure we are well equipped to help Australians in their time of need.”

PSTR Group visited various locations in southeast Queensland last week.

“This is a five-day training program all about flood and swift water rescue boat operations and incorporating rescue personal watercraft as well, which is quite unique in Australia,” Mr Arnold said.

“Rescue 3 training provides an internationally recognised accreditation for our team so that we can operate in high-risk environments.

“Additionally, as a Registered Training Organisation, we can also offer this course to anyone who wants to work in flood rescue both in Australia and overseas.”

Learn the signs; Bendigo warns of bank impersonation scams BENDIGO and Adelaide Bank is warning the community about bank impersonation scams, after more than $20 million was reported lost from 14,603 reports in 2022, according to ScamWatch.

These scams impersonate bank brands, like Bendigo Bank, with criminals often posing as cyber security or fraud specialists.

Increasingly sophisticated and convincing, bank impersonations can come

via phone call, SMS, email or via social media posts, search engine results or advertisements.

Bendigo Bank head of fraud Jason Gordon said bank impersonation scams were the new wave of phishing scams designed to trick the recipient into transferring money, or into providing personal information or banking details such as account numbers, passwords, and one-time codes.

“Criminals are getting adept at carefully constructing often complex communications that convincingly mirror those of the brand they are impersonating,” Mr Gordon said.

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2. The message looks different to other messages in the SMS thread, such as different wording or phrases used.

3. The message may contain a suspicious looking link – never click on links you’re not sure of.

4. The SMS has a telephone number to call – always find your bank’s

phone number independently.

5. A caller telling you to transfer money to a different account to ‘keep it safe’ or for ‘further investigation’ – a bank will never ask a customer to do this, it is a scam.

Scammers are also using spoofing to trick victims, with ScamWatch reporting total losses to phone and text scams of more than $169 million in 2022, a significant increase over the

previous year.

“Spoofing is when phone calls appear to come from legitimate numbers and SMS messages appear in the same conversation thread as genuine communications, making it very difficult for people to detect genuine communications,” Mr Gordon said.

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Lions celebrate 50 years

BY GRACE CRICHTON FOR HALF a century, the Lowood Lions have served the community.

To celebrate its 50th year, the club has several milestones to celebrate.

President Yvonne Hawkins, first vice president Cliff James, secretary Ella Miles, treasurer Alex Rigby, and director Judy Lehmann, along with fellow Lions, continue a legacy of service.

“We’ve distributed about a million dollars in the community since we started 50 years ago,” Cliff said.

The club fundraises in various forms, from which all the proceeds support individuals, families, groups, and causes in the region.

“The Lions are a service club and our motto is ‘we serve’,” Ella said.

“Every cent that’s raised by the public, from the public, goes back to the public, one hundred per cent.”

Next week, the Youth of

Lowood Lions members Judy Lehmann, Yvonne Hawkins, Ella Miles, and Cliff James are ready to celebrate several milestone events this year.

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the Year program will not only provide a platform for emerging leaders, but also be a reunion.

“We’re inviting back the winners of ten years… and then the judges of ten years,” Ella said.

It is the 20th anniversary

of Lowood Lions Youth of the Year program.

Also reaching a milestone year is the annual Car Show, celebrating its 10th birthday.

“The car show’s going to be bigger than Ben Hurr,” Yvonne said.

Held at the Lowood Show-

grounds on August 4, the car show will have plenty of cars and motorbikes on show, plus markets, children’s activities, and a dance floor.

Lions have partnered with the Lowood Bowls Club to host two trivia nights, on April 19 and September 13.

To cap off the year of celebrations, the club is hosting a gala dinner on October 26.

Past members are welcome to reconnect with the club, particularly to share photos or memorabilia, by emailing yvonne.hawkins@ bigpond.com

Proposed Ipswich planning scheme proceeding AFTER careful consideration Ipswich City Council resolved at the end of January to send the revised draft Ipswich Plan 2024 for final State Government review and approval.

Mayor Teresa Harding said council resolved at its January 25 meeting to progress the proposed new planning scheme, including the adopted changes made following community consultation, to the Minister for Hous-

ing, Local Government and Planning for a final review.

“Council’s current planning scheme is one of the oldest in Queensland so it is exciting to see the new draft scheme being shaped by community feedback and nearing completion,” Cr Harding said.

“Thousands of Ipswich residents have engaged with ICC’s draft new planning scheme, Ipswich Plan 2024.

“During our public consultation phase, more than 500 formal submissions were lodged and almost 100,000 residents engaged online through our Shape Your Ipswich page and Facebook.

“Council has now assessed all the submissions and used them to amend the draft scheme and we will now move to the next step and seek Ministerial review.

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responses to the 506 public submissions received during the community consultation phase.

Councillor Paul Tully said the new planning scheme was a major piece of work which was being progressed carefully and thoroughly to ensure it delivered the best outcomes for Ipswich.

“Councillors and planners actively engaged with more than 700 residents across the city

during the consultation process through community information sessions, talk-to-a-planner sessions and online seminars,” Cr Tully said.

“The main areas arising from submissions related to flooding and the overlay mapping, a range of zoning changes, subdivision of rural areas and concern with further development in established residential areas.

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>> SRC CANDIDATES WARNED TO TAKE CARE IN CARETAKER MODE SOMERSET Regional Council are in a six-week caretaker period, which will end at the conclusion of the 2024 local government election.

Council adopted a Caretaker Period Policy in their council meeting on January 24, providing governance and a framework to ensure councillors and council staff are aware of their responsibilities during the mandatory caretaker period.

Somerset Regional Council CEO Andrew Johnson advised all candidates to be aware of their responsibilities during the caretaker period.

“All candidates have an obligation to be aware of their responsibilities during this time and should exercise caution when using social media platforms, making comments to media or conducting interviews,” Mr Johnson said.

SIGNS OF IMPENDING ELECTION ON THE RISE SRC is urging candidates to ensure they are following election sign regulations.

Somerset Regional Council CEO Andrew Johnson said it was important that all candidates were aware of and adhered to their obligations regarding election signs.

“All Australians have a right to political expression and a constitutional guarantee of political communication, this includes using election signs and posters during a designated election campaign period,” Mr Johnson said.

“Council also have a legal responsibility to provide clear and sensible guidelines for election signs to ensure public safety and minimise impacts on our community.”

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Chamber to boost businesses with revitalisation efforts

BY JESSE HAMILTON A FRESHLY appointed Lockyer Chamber of Commerce, Industry & Tourism committee are aiming to infuse new vigour into Lockyer’s business sector by enhancing support opportunities for local businesses.

Comprised of business professionals, the group works to stimulate economic growth for businesses and industries through educational programs, networking opportunities, and shop local initiatives through collaboration with stakeholders.

Lockyer Chamber of Commerce, Industry & Tourism’s new president Mel Porter is a third-generation manager of the Porters Plainland Hotel with a background in advertising.

She said the group was determined to ensure businesses in the region prospered.

“We have big shoes to fill but we are determined to continue to seek the best outcomes for business, industry and tourism in the Lockyer

Lockyer Chamber of Commerce, Industry & Tourism member Bruce Horrocks, secretary Mark Newton, treasurer Angie Campbell and vice president Anna Ratcliffe.

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Valley,” she said.

“Our new committee is passionate about getting out in the community to hear what our members want most and how they want their chamber to work for them.”

Ms Porter thanked the contribution of past members

Paul Emmerson, Anita Lyne and John Schollick for their contribution to the Lockyer business community over the past two decades.

“The passion and commitment these three individuals have displayed is inspiring and a great example of community spirit,” she said.

“The newly appointed chamber committee would like to thank these hard-working predecessors for their time and continued support and input.”

Chamber secretary Mark Newton said the group held networking functions, great for businesses looking to

build a profile in the region.

“We hold a breakfast with special speakers, which is great for networking for businesses and communities to get together,” he said.

The group incentivises local shopping with the Lockyer Valley Gift Card at participating stores.

Toogoolawah Police call for driver vigilance; Glamorgan Vale vehicle rollover ESK DIVISON TRAFFIC INFRINGEMENTS 2024 A TOTAL of 67 traffic infringement notices have been issued in the Esk Division so far in 2024 with police responding to four serious traffic crashes.

Two of these crashes resulted in significant injuries

requiring transportation to hospital by helicopter, and one, tragically resulted in the loss of a life.

Toogoolawah Police Station Officer in Charge John Cumner said it was ‘extremely disappointing’ to see people travelling our local roads speeding,

drink driving, driving whilst impaired or fatigued, and urged everyone who is using local roads to drive appropriately to the conditions and to make smart decisions about the actions they take behind the wheel, both for themselves and others.

SINGLE-VEHICLE ROLLOVER A male in his teens was transported to Ipswich Hospital with a minor head injury following a single-vehicle rollover on Glamorgan Vale Road and Beattie Road on February 10.

TWO-VEHICLE CRASH

HATTON VALE Two patients suffered minor injuries after a two-vehicle crash on the Warrego Highway westbound on February 5.

Both patients were transported in stable conditions to Ipswich Hospital.

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>> LVRC BRIEFS RATES NOTICES ISSUED LOCKYER Valley Regional Council has issued rates notices for the period January 1 through to June 30, 2024, with payment due on March 6, 2024.

Any resident who has changed address or applied for a pensioner rebate after January 26, 2024 is asked to contact council to confirm details.

For further enquiries, contact council’s Rates Department at mailbox@ lvrc.qld.gov.au or call 1300 005 872 FUNDING AVAILABLE Funding of up to $5,000 is now available for local not-for-profit sport and recreation organisations impacted by the recent floods.

The funding can be used to replace damaged equipment (including office and canteen equipment), pay or reimburse costs incurred in clean-up efforts, fund repairs or cover insurance excess.

For eligibility or to seek help with your application, email council’s Sport and Recreation Development Officer at sportandrec@lvrc. qld.gov.au or visit www.qld. gov.au/recreation/sports/ funding/disaster-recovery Applications close May 1.

Funding is made possible thanks to the Queensland Government’s Sport and Recreation Disaster Recovery Program.

FEBRUARY COUNCIL MEETING The next Ordinary Meeting of Lockyer Valley Regional Council will be held on Wednesday, February 21 at the Council Chambers commencing at 9am.

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Maddison receieves peak honour for Glenore Grove

Businesses open and ready for visitors

BY JESSE HAMILTON ELEVEN-YEAR-OLD adventure-driven Cub Scout Maddison van den Ende achieved the Grey Wolf award on February 7, regarded as the peak honour in the Cub Scout’s age section.

The Rosewood High student completed a four-hour adventure journey, the Cub Milestone 3 section and six SIA badges in acquiring the Cub Scout’s honour.

Having a love for outdoors activities and horse riding, Maddison said she initially got interested in the Scouts after feeling inspired by her sister joining.

“My sister Jasmine started, and it looked fun, so I joined after her, my dad was a scout too,” she said.

“I like outdoorsy activities like our camps we go on to

Scouts Moreton regional commissioner Alex Mair presented Glenore Grove Cub Scout Maddison van den Ende with the Grey Wolf Award certificate on February 7.

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Atkinson Dam and l also enjoy riding horses, my family have four horses.”

Maddison said her most significant obstacle in

achieving the award was her hike of the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, and said she looked forward to progressing through to the Scouting

section after Cubs.

“The walk wasn’t easy; I did an 8-kilometre hike on the rail trail,” she said.

“Scouts is quite challeng-

ing, but I love it, it’s mentally and physically straining, but it’s my favourite thing, and I would love to keep doing it.”

Spontaneity and creativity flow in new exhibition FEBRUARY’S exhibition at Glen Rock Gallery is an exploration of creativity.

‘Flow’, an exhibition

by Sue Howard, Susan Wellingham and Shirley Gregor, explores the fluidity of watercolours combining with the state of creativity known as ‘flow’.

These experienced artists employ the liquidity of watercolour to guide the ‘flow’ of paint across the paper with spontaneous

and unpredictable results, often to their delight.

The artists invite you to immerse yourself in the dual meanings of ‘flow’ - the dynamic interplay of watercolours and the blissful state of creative absorption.

Glen Rock Gallery is situated in Esk Visitor Information Centre, 82 Ipswich Street, Esk, open Tuesday to Friday, 9-4 and Saturday 10-2.

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Works by Sue Howard (left), Shirley Gregor (centre), and Susan Wellingham are on display at Glen Rock Gallery this month. Kylee Isidro, Shirley Gregor, Jason Wendt, Sue Howard, and Susan Wellingham at the opening event on February 9.

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LOCKYER Valley Regional Council is encouraging residents and visitors to support local businesses, which are open and trading following the recent rainfall event.

Despite the weather event and the significant rainfall the Lockyer Valley has experienced of late, a council spokesperson said all major roads were now open.

“Thanks to the incredible efforts of our resilient community during the cleanup, our local shops, eateries and attractions are welcoming visitors,” they said.

“Plan a trip and support our local businesses by indulging in some shopping, eating delicious meals, and exploring what Laidley and Forest Hill have to offer.”

While the region was thankfully spared the widespread devastation and destruction of past flooding events, some roads were impacted and a number of low-lying roads remain closed.

“Council crews are working hard to assess damage and ensure infrastructure is safe to use,” the spokesperson said.

“We encourage motorists to take care, especially on back roads.”

To keep up-to-date with the latest road closures across the Lockyer Valley, visit council’s Disaster Dashboard at disaster.lvrc.qld.gov.au LVRC

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Aged care alternative growing in popularity

BY JACOB HAYDEN AGING Somerset residents have embraced community-based aged care provider Somerset Assist, now entering its second year of service to the community.

Somerset Assist president Lyn Buchanan said the care provider had grown significantly in its first year.

“We are getting a lot of new people coming into the area, they’ll put a call out on Facebook or through word of mouth and we’re getting really good referrals through the community,” Ms Buchanan said.

Somerset Assist volunteers help clients in processing Home Care Packages, and then connect them with local contractors through Mable, an online platform.

Ms Buchanan said contractors could choose their hours

Somerset Assist president Lyn Buchanan and care coordinator Julie Hayes.

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and the type of work they do.

“We have people who are dedicated to being cleaners and they take pride in what they do, and then another person will go and mow the lawn and a different person will take the client to the shops,” Ms Hayes said.

“It’s a little different than a support worker who can do personal care and then gets

asked to do cleaning as well, but they really only want to do personal care.”

Care coordinator Julie Hayes said clients have enjoyed connecting with contractors.

“I think a lot of our workers take a lot of time to chat to the person as well,” Ms Hayes said.

“They’ll stay for half an

hour after their shift to have a cup of tea with them, and that’s just lovely.”

Ms Buchanan said clients also enjoy the privacy of unbranded contractors.

“You can be professional but still be human, and I think that’s what’s really nice about it,” she said. “[The contractors are] not in uniform, they’re not driving cars with logos on the side... it’s like a friend turning up to do your dishes.”

It is always an exciting time for the Somerset Assist team when a client receives their Home Care Package.

“When you get them over the line and they get a package it’s such a good feeling,” Ms Buchanan said.

Contact Somerset Assist and find out how to get involved by calling 0484 822 485 or emailing info@ somersetassist.org.au

Mt Sylvia State School leaders Macklan, Indy, and Kiah were presented their leadership badges by Mayor Tanya Milligan last week.

PHOTO: GRACE CRICHTON

Motivated Mt Sylvians step into leadership roles MT SYLVIA State School’s 2024 school leaders are ready to take on the job.

School captains Indy and Kiah and sports leader Maklan were presented their captaincy badges

by Lockyer Valley Regional Council Mayor Tanya Milligan on February 8.

Mt Sylvia State School principal Mark Thompson said the leaders would take on responsibility for talking to other students and giving him feedback.

“In return, what I do with our school leaders

is I take them through a journey of learning about leadership skills,” he said.

“Our leaders this year are very motivated.”

For Macklan, leadership is about setting a good example.

“Show people how to do the right thing,” he said.

Indy would like to improve the garden.

“In the school holidays the watermelon grew all over the garden,” she said.

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ABOVE: Laidley State High School media arts students learned practical tips they can apply to their studies.

LEFT: Lowood State School students completed a filmmaking course with Noosa Film Academy on February 6.

RIGHT: Lowood students crafted their own short film during the one-day workshop.

PHOTOS: GRACE CRICHTON, NOOSA FILM ACADEMY

Hollywood treatment for filmmakers

BY GRACE CRICHTON STUDENTS experienced life through the lens at a series of filmmaking workshops last week.

Noosa Film Academy visited Toogoolawah State High School, Lowood State School, Laidley State High School, Lockyer District

High School, Sophia College, and Kilcoy State High School for workshops on film production.

Californian cinematographers Greg Huglin and Andrea Huglin took the students through storytelling and improvisation while teaching them the ins and outs of cinematography.

“Making film is a team effort,” Mr Huglin said.

“Nobody makes a film by themselves.”

The students were provided with a selection of props to prompt their story telling.

“Then it’s up to their imagination and creativity to come up with just a few lines to discuss,” Mrs Huglin said.

By the end of the day, classes produced short films of their own narrative and acting.

Laidley media arts teacher Leon Patane said the grade 9 and 10 students benefitted from the tutelage of industry professionals.

“They’re amazing at giving practical tips to the kids,” he

said.

“They’ll be saying ‘this is why we position the camera in this spot and how we edit so there’s continuity’.

“The practical tips transfer over to our classwork really well.”

Grade 5 and 6 students in Lowood State School not only had a fun day, but

learned about narrative, editing, and potential career paths in the film industry.

“It’s pretty easy to make up stories,” one student said.

The films were screened at the Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre on February 10.

Noosa Film Academy will hold a public workshop on February 17 in Fernvale.

Experienced artists sought for new workshop weekend A NEW art festival is coming to the Lockyer Valley and organisers are seeking artisans to take part.

Art in the Valley will be a two-day creative weekend of back-to-back workshops on June 8 and 9.

Event organiser Maz Gibson is looking for experienced artisans to facilitate these workshops.

Workshop facilitators should have their own ABN and insurance.

“The workshops run from

two to three hours,” Maz said.

“We’re looking at doing a minimum or six to seven workshops a day over the two days.

“We’re open to any sort of medium or workshops.

“Three dimensional mediums, textiles, paint.

“Then it will come down to things that are a bit different.

“We’re also aware of what the public likes generally as well, so there will be

a mix of both hopefully.”

Lockyer Valley Art Society has sponsored the event through the use of their facility at 24 Bertrand Ave, Kensington Grove.

Volunteers are also encouraged to contact Maz if

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they would like to help with planning and organising the weekend.

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Antiques lovers swarm Civic Centre

BY JACOB HAYDEN

ESK locals and tourists took a trip through time, remembering days gone by and discovering relics at the Esk Antique and Collectable Fair on February 10 and 11.

Vendors from across the state packed the Somerset

Civic Centre wall to wall with their wares, attracting history buffs, home decorators and curious locals.

There was plenty on offer, with model cars, collectable coins and pins, antique toys, records, porcelain figurines and so much more on display.

LEFT LEFT: Alan We Webster from B Booval trying o out some old-fashioned binoculars.

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Kerry Lawson checking out a vendor’s broches at the fair.

June Collins from Mt Tamborine with a Victorian papier mâché double inkwell set.

Abon and Sue Best from Brisbane selling porcelain dolls at the Somerset Civic Centre for the Esk Antique and Collectable Fair on February 10 and 11.

Frank and Brian Gibson with some of their collectable Australian car models.

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Nicola Choat, Sean Choat, Jason Wendt, and Laurisa Wendt.

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Graeme Lehmann, Charlotte Wilson, Rebecca Wilson, Charli Doyle, and Judy Lehmann.

Fernvale artists’ legacy FROM PAGE 1 “We used to paint for local shows mainly, around the district,” he said.

“I decided after a couple years that I’d like to do a bit more than just copy and paint for the local show.”

He completed a diploma at Bremer TAFE and then joined different art groups, including The Fernvale Artists.

His seascapes and landscapes capture the colour and movement of the Australian country.

“I do like painting inland Australia,” he said.

“It’s just got something about it that attracts me to it.

“But the sea... when I go away to a seaside spot, I like to watch the ocean.

“The waves, the shape of them.

“That’s what I try to put

into my paintings.” er Lowood Lions treasurer and emcee for the event Alex Rigby said Mr Orr has been a stalwart for the community for many years.

“Ron has been a stalwart of the Fernvale art group for many, many years, in which he has supported and mentored ding many other artists including me,” he said.

“He not only gave his time to Fernvale Artists, he also gave a lot of his time to the Fernvale Futures Centre.

“With Sue White, he’s been a stalwart of SASI for many years and kept the thing going.

“We’ve got a lot to thank Ron for, for why we, as an art group, are still in existence today.”

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Online bullying: it is criminal CONTRIBUTED

BY MIKE NOWLA NOWLAN VOLUNTEER BEYOND BLUE SPEAKER HOW SAD, but appropriate that the school year is ushered in by the Sunday Mail on January 21, with a report of a 13-year-old girl from North Queensland who took her own life late last year because of online bullying.

Sixty years ago, bullying was a direct contact, mainly verbal form of assault, sometimes sorted out by knuckles, but respite was usually found at home.

In those days, the most sophisticated piece of technology I had was a transistor radio.

What a world of difference it is today, with the potential for every moment of our life to be invaded by cowards who seek pathetic satisfaction

Governments must be serious about legislating against online bullying, writes Mike Nowlan. PHOTO: CANVA

in destroying innocent lives with technology.

Parents of today grew up with advanced technology, and are perhaps a little blasé about the impact that today’s technology can have on their children.

It is very difficult for chil-

dren to talk to parents about the impact of online bullying.

In my Beyond Blue work, I came across a situation where a teenage girl was beaten by her mother because she wanted to talk about depression.

More stress for parents and teachers: they have to be

continually conscious of what is going on behind the scenes.

Modern society has so little respect for individuals.

Governments have to be serious about legislating against online bullying and treating the offenders as criminals.

To harass someone to the point of suicide is criminal, and appropriate legislation and penalties should be invoked.

Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 131 114 Suicide Call Back Services: 1300 659 467

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Flying fox protection over summer LOCKYER Valley Regional Council is encouraging residents to take extra care around flying foxes.

A council spokesperson said temperatures above 38 degrees for a prolonged period can often cause heat stress in flying foxes.

The spokesperson said it was hugely important people never approach or touch a flying fox or bat, even if it was sick, injured or deceased.

“Bats also pose a threat of Lyssavirus, which means there is a risk if an infected animal scratches or bites a well-intentioned community member trying to assist a sick bat,” they said.

If you suspect heat stress or if you come across a sick or injured flying fox, contact a wildlife rescue carer on 1300 ANIMAL (1300 264 625) or the Bat Conservation and Rescue Queensland 24-hour hotline on 0488 228 134.

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Esk Grand Hotel owner-manager Joe Abeya (left) and Somerset Citizen of the Year 2024 James Wager (right) with James’ dog, Princess.

PHOTO: JACOB HAYDEN

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How does James Wager find the time?

BY JACOB HAYDEN YOU WOULD be forgiven for thinking James Wager was a time-traveller.

Somehow, the 2024 Somerset Citizen of the Year finds the time to work in a local Esk business, put out fires, and run one of the largest motorcycle clubs in Queensland.

“As long as I can remember I’ve been busy, I’ve never sat around, never ever,” James said.

The 28-year-old joined the Murrumba Fire Brigade 10 years ago and now serves as its first officer.

“Murrumba used to be about 10km either side of Esk and then a big triangle back to Somerset Dam, and then we recently amalgamated with Redbank Creek so then we’ve just grabbed the whole area on Esk Hampton Road out to Mt Hallen and then to Biarra as well, which includes all of Deongwar forestry,” he said.

“We’ve gone from one of the smallest brigades to the

biggest in one amalgamation meeting, as far as area, not volunteers.

“We’ve still got the same good crew of volunteers but we still need some more, we always need more.”

Towards the end of 2023, his crew worked the fires on Mount Esk. “It was a bit of time, a few 12 to 14 hour days, but it’s home, you know?” he said.

“If it’s my place on fire all the other blokes are going to turn up as well, so why not return the favour, I guess?”

James also serves as the president of the Toowoomba Motorcycle Club (TMC), the largest club in Queensland with 1,100 members and a few thousand acres of land and equipment.

James said he has ridden motorbikes for a long time and enjoys the sense of freedom it affords.

“I don’t have friends that aren’t motorbike friends, they all ride bikes,” he said.

“I’ve helped a fair few other clubs in Queensland with starting up and getting events

happening.

“We did a few weekends up at Mt Perry, helping the Hinterland Enduro Development Club run their round of the Off-Road series.”

Outside of his role with TMC, James also coaches riding with juniors and beginners, and also plans to race the full Australian Hard Enduro Series in 2024.

For the past few years James has also run the chainsaw races for the Esk Show through his employer, the Esk Stihl Shop.

“It was the same deal, there was no one else putting their hands up to do it and everyone seems to enjoy it,” James said.

James has never joined the Esk Show Society, which has become a running joke with Show secretary Sally Jess.

“I’ll always come and help, and for the last few meetings before the show I’ll turn up and have a bit of an input,” he said.

“The day after the Esk Show we always stick around and clean up, and every year

she always tries to convince me to join up and I’m like ‘nope, I can’t, I’m done, I’ve got too many commitments, sorry Sally’.”

So how does James find time to do all these things?

“I don’t, I really struggle,” he said.

“I’ve never been diagnosed with ADHD but I really struggle to sit still.

“I find when I’m not doing something I’m bored, so what do you do, go out and do stupid s*** or go out and help?”

January 2024 was a difficult month for James.

He was the first emergency responder on the scene in Esk where a local 19-year-old woman tragically lost her life.

“Looking back at it now, I knew who it was, but at the time it’s just another victim in a car crash and we’ve been to a fair few of them,” James said.

“It’s never nice.

“The other victim in that crash, he fortunately lived, but he wasn’t in a good way

either.”

Shortly after, James lost a close friend and fellow volunteer firefighter.

“It’s been a pretty crappy month, January,” he said.

James and his mates took to the bush on the Australia Day weekend to clear their heads, which meant he missed Somerset Regional Council’s Australia Day Awards ceremony.

He said the award was not just for him.

“There’s a massive team involved in doing what I have to do,” James said.

“Every other volunteer is doing the same amount of hours I am in the fire service world.

“It’s not for me, it’s for the community and the team I’ve got behind me, more than anything.”

James said the Esk Stihl Shop had been very supportive, paying him into the negatives for leave.

“I see my phone, see a page and I say ‘I’ve got to go’ so I walk out,” he said.

“I ran out of leave in the

first two weeks of fire season, and in the off-season of fire season I’m trying to race in the Australian Hard Enduro series, so I’ve never got any leave.

“They’re pretty incredible employers.”

James said he secretly knew from the start who had nominated him for the award and decided to reveal this through The Independent.

“Cam Wyatt and I were sitting up on his balcony talking tactics that morning of a fire which was across the road from his place,” James said.

“Joe Abeya from the Esk Grand Hotel called him and told him he wants to nominate me as the Citizen of the Year.”

James said Cam had the phone on speaker.

“Cam was like ‘oh no, you probably weren’t supposed to hear that’,” James said.

“I’ve known from day dot, I suppose, but I just sat there quietly and kept it quiet as long as I could.

“Sorry Joe, but I probably should have told you earlier.”

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S24 harnesses AI to assist your life THE NEW Samsung Galaxy S24 range takes the best of artificial intelligence, or AI, and makes it work for you.

Available in three models, S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra, Samsung’s newest smartphones are designed to empower everyday experiences, whether your phone is a tool for communication, productivity, or creativity.

Lockyer Valley Communications store manager Sarah Burgess said the Galaxy S24 took everything AI can do and made your phone easier to run and easier to work.

“That could be everything from just taking a better photo, to helping you study better, helping you be more organised, and just helping you function across the board easier,” she said.

Features like Note Assist, Chat Assist, and Transcript Assist utilise AI to enhance communication and streamline organisation.

“Everything is an assistant to what you already use today, but just changing it to help you along the way,” Sarah said.

YOUR BEST PHOTOS EVER Gone are the days of shaky, pixelated images.

Galaxy S24’s series’ ProVisual Engine is a suite of AI powered tools to transform the way you take photos.

Coupled with new camera technology, clearer and more defined images are just a click away.

Galaxy S24 Ultra’s Quad Tele System, with new 5x optical zoom lens, works with the 50MP sensor to enable

Samsung’s new Galaxy S24 range uses AI to improve your communication, productivity, and creativity.

optical-quality performance at zoom levels from 2x, 3x, 5x to 10x magnification.

“It’s working better to take better pictures,” Sarah said.

“Pixels are now bigger so it takes brighter and clearer photos as well.

“They’re really pushing a lot of technology into the camera.”

The S24 ultra pixels are 1.6 times larger than its previous model allowing the capture of more light which allows you to view more clearer and brighter photos and videos.

With Galaxy AI editing tools, you can make simple edits like object, reflection, and shadow eraser.

AI can even fill in the blanks, whether you move an object or need to straighten a crooked photo.

“If you take something out of alignment a little bit, say you’re a little bit off centre, you can then edit it to a straighter angle and it will use the technology to fill in the little gaps in the corners,” Sarah said.

Edit Suggestions will even make recommendations for tweaking your photos.

ANSWERS AT YOUR FINGERTIPS Online search engines have transformed the way we access information, but what if you didn’t even have to type out your query?

Circle to Search is a gesture-driven tool to easily Google search anything on your screen.

With a long press on the home button, you can circle, highlight, scribble on, or tap

virtually anything on Galaxy S24’s screen to see helpful, high-quality search results.

“You’ve now got the feature to circle the item and it will then Google without leaving the app that you’re in,” Sarah said.

“That was one of my favourite features, because we use Google all the time no matter what you’re looking for.”

BREAKING DOWN BARRIERS Considering its many uses and functions, the phone is primarily about communication.

Galaxy AI can break down language barriers, improve your workflow, and aid in your studies.

Live Translate is a real-time, two-way language

PHOTO: SAMSUNG AUSTRALIA

translation tool embedded in the phone app.

“Let’s say you’re travelling and you need to make a reservation... it has the ability to turn on auto-translate,” Sarah said.

“It will then translate and speak it to them, and they can speak back to you in their language.”

Users of voice memos get a boost, with Transcript Assist able to transcribe, summarise, and even translate voice recordings.

Sarah said it was an ideal tool for university students recording lectures or for workplace meetings.

“It now differentiates between voices, so it’ll say speaker A, speaker B, so you’re not getting confused with who said that,” she said.

“Then it can also summarise that into text.”

Note taking is also boosted.

“When you’re taking notes, AI can essentially format it, it can put a heading on it, it can put it into dot points, and you can select different styles,” Sarah said.

MAKE IT WORK FOR YOU Samsung has utilised AI to amplify our phone experiences and harnessed this technology to make our increasingly complicated, technology-driven lives more efficient and streamlined.

However you use your phone, these technological advancements can turn this fundamental object into an effective tool to make your life just a little bit easier.

GRACE CRICHTON WITH SARAH BURGESS

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CONTRIBUTED

SUV, ute record sales challenge proposed NVES THE STRONG performance of the new car market has continued into 2024 with record January sales of 89,782 new vehicles, 5.8% more than January 2023 and breaking the previous January record of 88,551 set in 2018.

Federal Chamber of Automative Industries chief executive Tony Weber said 2023’s demand for new vehicles continued into 2024 with many businesses and families taking ownership of a new vehicle in January, but there were concerns for the outlook of 2024 given current economic conditions.

The record January result was underpinned by customer preference for SUV and Light Commercial vehicles.

SUVs accounted for 55.5% of sales while Light Commercials were 22.9% and passenger vehicles made up 18.3%.

Low emission vehicles remained popular, with hybrids, plug-in hybrid and battery electric vehicles making up 17.4% of sales, while battery electric vehicles represented 5.4%.

“The continuing preference for SUVs and utes demonstrates the challenges the Commonwealth Government

is facing as it works to introduce a New Vehicle Emissions Standard (NVES),” Mr Weber said.

“Industry wants an emissions standard that is ambitious without limiting the choice and increasing the cost of the vehicles Australians need and want.

“Even with the current incentives offered by the Commonwealth and State and Territory Governments, sales of battery electric vehicles appear to have plateaued during recent months.

“For more than a year the industry has been sharing information with the Govern-

The Ford Ranger was Australia’s top selling vehicle for January.

ment about what is happening in the suburbs and regions around the country and the preferences and challenges facing families and businesses.

“Good policy must reflect reality rather than a desktop exercise that makes assumptions about what the world can look like, and we strongly urge the Government to share its modelling with us.”

Toyota was the market leader with recorded sales of 17,903, followed by Mazda (8,165), Ford (6,624), Hyundai (6,162) and Mitsubishi (5,911).

The Ford Ranger was Australia’s top selling vehicle with sales of 4,747, followed by the Toyota HiLux (4,092), Toyota Landcruiser (2,541), Isuzu Ute D-Max (2,541) and Toyota RAV4 (2,211).

Sales in Western Australia increased by 25.4% compared with January 2023; Queensland was up 5.4%; South Australia by 3.7%; Victoria by 6.3% and NSW by 1.2%.

Northern Territory recorded an increase of 11.6% while sales in the ACT decreased by 7.5% compared with January 2023, and Tasmania also recorded a decrease of 1.1%.

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Bat study could cut pesticide costs

BY JACOB HAYDEN HAVE YOU considered employing native flying mammals to help control pest insects on your farm?

University of Queensland School of the Environment postdoctoral research fellow in wildlife sciences Dr Loren Fardell is part of a team investigating microbat behaviour on Lockyer Valley farms to see if they are able to act as a biological control agent for pest invertebrates.

“It’s no secret that in Australia and the whole world that crop pest management is a huge issue that’s continually evolving,” Dr Fardell said.

“It affects production costs and yields, and now farmers have to meet sustainability targets as well.”

Dr Fardell and her team are seeking farmers to assist their research into microbats as a potential cost-saving measure.

“Bats are quite effective insectivores, they can eat up to 25 to 100% of their bodyweight in a night,” she said.

“It’s been proven in the USA and other similar parts of the world that a colony of microbats can consume enough invertebrates to effectively manage crop pests.

“We’re a little bit behind here in Australia, we’re just starting to investigate it in wine country and cotton.”

The investigation includes researching where bats are choosing to roost on farms.

“It can be in your packing sheds or your machinery sheds that they’re roosting, because there’s not a lot of trees, particularly in the Lockyer food cropping farms,” Dr Fardell said.

“They like really small nooks and crannies and they’re very particular about their temperatures.

“In the USA they’re using things quite successfully

Microbat research conducted by the University of Queensland could provide a cost-effective pesticide alternative for producers.

PHOTO: RANI DAVIS

called ‘bat condos’ and it looks like a prefabricated metal shed on stilts, raised off the ground, and structured inside with different levels of

timber textured... so that bats can hold onto it.”

Initial investigations will focus on capturing and tagging bats and investigating

their scat.

“We’ll use DNA analysis to quantify what they’re eating and how many, so we can extrapolate that out to

make sense of how much of an impact they could have across farms to act as a pest management resource,” Dr Fardell said.

Dr Fardell said microbat scat has shown to be a good early indicator of pest arrival.

“They’re showing the pests are coming to the environment a week or two before you’re able to find them on your crop,” she said.

“The problem with a lot of these pests is they’re only reactive to the mitigation responses early on in these stages, and if you miss that window then they get pretty hard to manage.”

Dr Fardell said her team were ‘in it for the farmers’.

“Hopefully this can spread across Australia and we can reduce pesticide costs… if we can eventually get enough bats on your farm to do that job for you.”

Contact Dr Loren Fardell at l.fardell@uq.edu.au

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Farmers’ solution for housing crisis THE NATIONAL Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is calling policymakers to shine a light on how farmers can be part of the solution to Australia’s deepening housing crisis.

On February 9, the Regional Australia Institute (RAI) released regional figures showing the median house price has jumped 54.2% and the rental vacancy rate has dropped to 1.2%.

NFF President David Jochinke said agriculture was struggling with workforce shortages, with one of the biggest barriers to getting employees on farm was a lack of regional housing.

“What adds complexity to agriculture’s housing requirements is not only do farmers want to attract permanent workers, but they also rely on a seasonal workforce for planting and harvest time,”

The NFF wants to see a boost in the regional housing mix of onfarm accommodation and traditional housing.

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he said.

Mr Jochinke said the RAI’s push to develop bespoke housing options was a step in the right direction.

The NFF wants to see a boost in the regional housing mix of on-farm accommodation and traditional housing.

“Farmers can be part of the solution to the regional

housing crisis,” Mr Jochinke said.

Mr Jochinke said on-farm solutions provided a double win by eliminating the need for seasonal workers to find accommodation in nearby towns and travelling long distances each day, while also freeing up housing in regional communities.

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1000 HEAD EXPECTED 1000 Mt Tarampa recorded its highest daily and monthly rainfall in January.

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Rainfall records in Mt Tarampa IN ONE of the wettest Januarys on record, Mt Tarampa recorded its highest January daily rainfall, plus its highest total January rainfall on record.

Mt Tarampa recorded 172.2mm on January 28, exceeding the previous maximum rainfall in a day of 134mm on January 11, 2011.

This contributed the wettest January on record for Mt Tarampa, with 284.4mm

recorded, compared to the previous maximum of 239.6mm in January 2013.

Nationally, it was the ninth wettest January on record since observations began in 1900.

Rainfall was above average for most of Australia and the national area-average rainfall total was 47.4% above the 1961-1990 average.

In Queensland, the

state-average monthly rainfall was 171.7mm, which was 35.7% above the 19611990 average and the second highest since 2010.

Despite the wet weather, temperatures soared.

The state-averaged monthly maximum temperature was 1.4°C above the 1960-1990 average and the minimum was 2.4°C above the same average, the fourth high on record.

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Council Chair Jolyon Burnett said the survey results pointed towards the wider impacts of higher prices for fresh food, including on public health.

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Queensland Produce in the Brisbane Market for the week ending Friday, 09 February 2024.

FRUIT: LEMONS: Eureka No1 $60-$100[$72.50] 13KgCtn, Eureka No1 $50-$100[$79] BulkCP, Eureka No1 $60-$100[$72] CP, Eureka No2 $30-$70[$47.50] BulkCP. MANGOES: Kensington Pride $20$35[$27.50] 18LCtn, Kensington Pride Extra Mareeba $30-$35[$32.50] SLTray, Kensington Pride No2 $10-$20[$15] SLTray, R2E2 No1 $20-$36[$28] 18LCtn, R2E2 No1 ExLarge <8 $24-$32[$28] SLTray, R2E2 No1 Large 8-10 $20-$30[$25] SLTray, R2E2 No1 Medium 11-12 $15$28[$21.50] SLTray, R2E2 No1 Small >12 $15-$26[$20.50] SLTray.

VEGETABLES: BEANS: Borlotti $8-$9[$8.50] Kg, Broad $5-$6[$5.50] Best $7.20 Kg, Flat Continental No1 $4-$5[$4.50] Best $6 Kg, Round S’less No1 Hand Picked $4$8[$7.20] Kg, Round S’less No1 Machine P’kd $1.60-$4.50[$3.60] Best $5 Kg, Snake Loose $7-$11[$10] Best $12 Kg. BEETROOT: $1.40-$2.60[$2] Bunch, Large $6-$12[$8] 10KgBag, Medium $10$16[$12] 10KgBag, Small $6-$12[$8] 10KgBag, Baby $2-$3[$2.70] Bunch, Golden $20-$30[$25] Best $36 10KgBag, Target $3-$4[$3.75] Bunch.

BROCCOLI: $1.20-$3[$2.30] Kg, No1 $20-$36[$29] Best $40 8KgIPk, No2 $12$20[$16] Best $24 8KgIPk, Baby Bunched $20-$24[$22] Best $30 2.4Kg. BROCCOLINI: $24-$26[$25] 2.4Kg. CABBAGES: Ballhead ExLarge $5-$7[$6] Each, Ballhead Large $5-$6[$5.50] Each, Ballhead Medium $3.50-$4[$3.75] Each, Red 10c-$3[$1.66] Best $3.50 Each, Red No1 $20-$30[$27] Best $35 Carton, Savoy $1-$2[$1.50] Each, Sugarloaf No1 $30-$40[$38] 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 $25-$35[$30] 10KgCtn. CAULIFLOWERS: No1 $24-$40[$33.80] Best $45 Carton, No2 $12-$24[$16.80] Best $30 Carton, Caulini $20-$24[$22] Best $26 2KgCtn.

CHINESE CABBAGES: Wombok No1 $20$30[$24.40] Best $36 16KgCtn, Wombok No2 $16-$20[$18] 16KgCtn. CHINESE VEG.: Bukchoy $1.20$1.80[$1.50] Best $2 Bunch, Choisum $1.40-$2[$1.70] Best $2.50 Bunch, Kailan $1.40-$2[$1.70] Best $2.50 Bunch, Pakchoy $1.20-$1.80[$1.50] Best $2 Bunch.

EGG PLANT: Thai Apple $16-$26[$22] 6KgCtn, Thai Apple $25-$35[$30] Best $40 7KgTray, Continental $20-$30[$27] 6KgCtn, Continental $14-$20[$17] 7KgCtn, Purple $30-$32[$31] 10KgCtn, Purple $12-$20[$15] 7KgTray, Purple $12-$18[$17] Best $20 8KgCtn, Purple Extra Glasshouse $18-$24[$22] Best $26 7KgTray, Purple No1 Glasshouse $16$20[$19] Best $24 7KgTray.

KALE: Green $18-$26[$22] Best $30 Carton, Green Sleeves $2-$3[$2.50] 250g, Red Sleeves $2-$3[$2.50] Best $3.50 250g.

LETTUCE: Baby Cos Hydroponic $10$18[$13] Best $20 Carton, Baby Cos Sweet Gems Pre-pack $18-$24[$21] Carton, Baby Cos Hearts Sleeves $12$20[$19] Carton, Cos No1 $16-$30[$22] Best $36 Carton, Cos No2 $8-$16[$12] Carton, Headed No1 $8-$20[$15.20] Best $24 Carton, Headed No2 $2-$12[$7] Carton, Hearts $16-$20[$18] Carton, Open Varieties $8-$14[$11] Best $16 Carton, Open Varieties Butter $10-$12[$11] Best $14 Carton, Open Varieties Green Oak $10-$14[$13] Best $16 Carton, Open Varieties Red Oak $10-$14[$13] Best $16 Carton.

MUSHROOMS: Buttons $7-$9[$8.50] Best $10 Kg, Cups $6-$9[$7.70] Kg, Flats $7-$9[$8.50] Best $10 Kg. PARSLEY: Continental $1.60$2.50[$1.98] Bunch, English ExLarge Bunch $2-$2.50[$2.30] Best $2.60 Bunch, English Large Bunch $1.60$2.20[$1.90] Best $2.50 Bunch, English Medium Bunch $1.20-$2[$1.70] Best $2.20 Bunch.

PARSNIPS: $35-$50[$42.50] Best $55 10KgCtn, $20-$30[$27.50] Best $35 5KgCtn. SHALLOTS: Eschallots $1.20$1.60[$1.55] Best $1.80 Bunch.

SILVERBEET: Sleeves $1.60-$3[$2.50] Best $3.50 Bunch, No1 Full-cut $1.20-

$2.40[$2] Best $2.80 Bunch.

SQUASH: Gold $16-$30[$23] 18LCtn, Gold No1 Large $18-$26[$22] Best $30 9LCtn, Gold No1 Medium $22-$36[$29] Best $40 9LCtn, Gold No1 Medium Large $20-$30[$25] Best $36 9LCtn, Gold No1 Small $26-$40[$35] Best $45 9LCtn, Gold No1 Small Medium $24-$40[$34] Best $45 9LCtn. SWEET CORN: No1 $14-$24[$22] Best $30 18LCtn, No2 $12-$16[$14] 18LCtn, Baby $3.60-$3.75[$3.68] 125g, Pre-pack $24-$40[$35] Best $45 18LCtn. TOMATOES: Cherry Red $1-$1.60[$1.40] Best $2 250gLP, Egg Extra $30-$36[$33] 10KgCtn, Egg No1 ExLarge $24-$30[$27] Best $36 10KgCtn, Egg No1 Large $20$30[$25] Best $36 10KgCtn, Egg No1 Medium $20-$26[$23] Best $32 10KgCtn, Egg No1 Medium Large $22-$28[$25] Best $34 10KgCtn, Egg No1 Small $16$22[$19] Best $24 10KgCtn, Egg No1 Small Medium $18-$24[$21] Best $26 10KgCtn, Egg No2 $8-$20[$14] 10KgCtn, Field Gourmet Extra $30-$36[$31.80] 10KgCtn, Field Gourmet No1 Cocktail $12-$20[$14.80] 10KgCtn, Field Gourmet No1 Large $16-$26[$21.40] 10KgCtn, Field Gourmet No1 Medium $16-$28[$23] Best $30 10KgCtn, Field Gourmet No1 Medium Large $16-$28[$23] Best $30 10KgCtn, Field Gourmet No1 Small $14$24[$21] 10KgCtn, Field Gourmet No1 Small Medium $16-$26[$22.20] Best $28 10KgCtn, Field Gourmet No2 $16$20[$18] 10KgCtn. TURNIPS: Baby Purple Top $2.80-$3[$3] Bunch, Purple Top $20-$30[$25] 10KgBag, White $20-$26[$23] Best $30 10KgBag. ZUCCHINIS: Green Extra $36-$50[$43] 10KgCtn, Green No1 ExLarge >250mm $8-$18[$13] 10KgCtn, Green No1 Large 201-250 $12-$20[$16] 10KgCtn, Green No1 Medium 140-200 $18-$32[$28] Best $34 10KgCtn, Green No1 Medium Large $16-$24[$20] Best $26 10KgCtn, Green No1 Small <140mm $16-$32[$28] Best $36 10KgCtn, Green No1 Small Medium $24-$34[$30] Best $36 10KgCtn, Green No2 $8-$16[$12] 10KgCtn. HEAVY VEGETABLES: ONIONS: Brown $1-$1.60[$1.30] Best $2 1KgBag, Brown Large 76-90mm $12-$20[$16] 20KgBag, Brown Medi-

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um 61-75mm $18-$24[$21] 15KgCtn, Brown Medium 61-75mm $10-$20[$18] 20KgBag, Brown Small 45-60mm Jarer $14-$18[$17] 20KgBag, Brown VSmall <45mm Pickler $10-$16[$14] 10KgBag, Brown VSmall <45mm Pickler $26-$30[$29] 20KgBag, Salad Red $2-$3[$2.40] 1KgBag, Salad Red Large 76-90mm $8-$14[$11] 10KgBag, Salad Red Medium 61-75mm $8-$14[$11] 10KgBag, Salad Red Medium 61-75mm $20-$26[$25] 10KgCtn, Salad Red Small 45-60mm Jarer $10-$16[$11] 10KgBag, White $32-$40[$35] 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 $28-$36[$30] 15KgBag, Washed Red Small $28-$36[$33] 20KgBag, Washed White $4.50-$6[$5] 5KgBag, Washed White Large $17$24[$22] 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: Butternut $22-$28[$26] Best $30 18KgCtn, Butternut No1 60c-90c[75c] Best $1 Kg, Butternut No2 50c-60c[55c] Kg, Grey Jarrahdale No2 50c-70c[60c] Kg, Grey Sampson 70c-90c[80c] Best $1 Kg, Jap $14$20[$17] Bag, Jap Small 40c-60c[54c] Kg, Jap No1 40c-80c[70c] Best $1 Kg, Jap No2 30c-50c[44c] Kg, Average=[] Queensland Produce in the Brisbane Market. Information supplied by Market Information Services

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LAIDLEY SALEYARDS Thursday February 8 737 head were sold at Stariha Auctions Laidley cattle sale on Thursday. A good quality yarding saw strong rates throughout, with all buyers in operation plus re-stockers.

Lockyer Cut Flowers, Woodbine, sold lines of quality Black Simmental cattle, 10-14 months, for excellent results, with steers selling for $1500, $1310 & $1240 and heifers for $1240, $1020 & $930. Rex Freudenberg, Haigslea, sold lines of feeder steers, 20-22 months, for $1660, $1605 and $1580. The Reinke Family, Mt Sylvia, sold 12-14 month old Santa steers for $1390 and heifers for $1240 & $1100. Donna & John Jackwitz, Buaraba, sold Simmental steers for $1770, $1590 & $1560. Lachlan Evans, Ma Ma Creek, sold Droughtmaster steers for $1760.

Rodney & Louise Litfin, Thornton, sold lines of Droughtmaster cross steer calves 5-6 months, for an impressive $950 & $910 and milk tooth Speckle Park heifers for $1380. Ron and Carol Jackson, Fordsdale, sold Droughtmaster feeder steers for $1580, $1460 & $1420. Joshua Kliese, Ingoldsby, sold a pen of Santa steers for $1660. Peter & Elaine Horrocks, Mt Whitestone, sold a line of Droughtmaster heifers with young calves at foot for $1800 & $1680. Eclipse Constructions, Marburg, sold Charbray cows for $1490. Val Evans, Ma Ma Creek, sold milk tooth Droughtmaster steers for $1600 & $1480. Leanne O’Sullivan, Laidley Creek West, sold a pen of milk tooth heifers for $1400. Greg Armstrong, Ebeneazer, sold Senepol cows for $1300 and heifers for $1380. Dan Speedy, West Haldon, sold Charolais backgrounder steers for $1390. Loamside Nominee’s, Rosewood, sold a line of Droughtmaster feeder steers for $1440. George Weldon, Iredale, sold milk tooth Santa steers for $1480 and lines of heifers for $1040 & $900. Quail Family Trust, Wamuran, sold milk tooth Charbray steers for $1470. Pat Speedy, Clumber, sold Brangus feeder steers for $1570. Greg Beard, Fernvale, sold Limousin weaner steers for $1070 & $900. Bruce Greer, Flagstone Creek, sold Brangus steers for $1190. Darren Tillack, Woodlands, sold a line of young Charbray weaner steers for $1060. Des & Carol Knopke, Lowood, sold Limousin cross steers for $1390. Curtin Family Trust, Mt Whitestone, sold Charbray calves, 6-7 months, with steers making $990 & $870 and heifers $730.

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Shaun O’Rourke, West Haldon, sold lines of Droughtmaster heifers for $1150 & $960.

Luke Collman, Plainland, sold Santa cows & calves for $1880.

MORETON SALEYARDS Tuesday February 6 Agents Boyd O’Brien Bartholomew yarded 568. A larger better quality yarding came to hand with more prime cattle penned. Despite continuing hot weather prices were improved.

All buyers were present and active and keen to secure numbers. Export cattle numbers increased with many pens of prime bullocks offered. The market improved 10 to 20 cents with medium cows strongest. Prime yearlings were yarded with increased numbers and were also 10 to 20 cents dearer. Yearlings and weaners destined to return to the paddock were keenly sought after, to see increases of up to 50 cents in places. Weaner Steers, B Butterfield, Sants X, 379.2c/kg, $697/head.

Weaner Steers, Valley Pride Produce, Charolais, 380.2c/kg, $860/head.

Feeder Steers, K & K Faulkner, Droughtmaster, 355.2c/kg, $1424/head.

Feeder Steers, P J Dolan, Santa Gertrudis, 361.2c/kg, $1523/head.

2 Tooth Heifers, GA & LK Bischoff, Droughtmaster, 315.2c/kg, $1692/head.

2/4 Tooth Ox, G Isbell, Droughtmaster, 321.2c/kg, $1965/head.

Medium Cows, Singh ent, Droughtmaster, 267.2c/kg, $1340/head.

Pen of Cows, M Pickering, Droughtmaster, 267.2c/kg, $1452/head.

Heavy Cows, BA & MA Warren, Red Brangus, 269.2c/kg, $1720/head.

Bulls, B Butterfield, Charbray, 279.2c/kg, $2191/head.

TOOGOOLAWAH SALEYARDS Friday February 9 Charolais X Feeder Steers Sell to $1790 at Toogoolawah Store Sale Agents Shepherdson and Boyd reported a larger yarding of 1922 head for there store sale at Toogoolawah. Feeder steers and heifers sold to a stronger market with plenty of competition for cattle with weight in them. All descriptions of backgrounders held fully firm on the previous sales very strong rates as supply increasing. L M Paroz of Mutdapilly Sold a line of 59 Charolais feeder steer 24mths old for $1790/head. Pete and Christine Hardgraves of Toogoolawah sold Charolais X feeder steers 20mths old for $1770/head.

Laidley sale held fortnightly

Toberpatrick of Gatton sold Charolais X steers 18mths old for $1730/head. B Z Holdings of Kohlo sold Santa steers 20mths old for $1700/head. B & L Dunn of Beaudesert sold Simmental X feeder steers 18-20mths old for $1690/head.

Maree Duncombe of Conondale sold a quality line of F1 Charbray steers 16mths old topping at $1680/head. GR Brown and TM Harrison sold Charolais X feeder steers 16-18mths old for $1650/head. C & J Hewitt of Delaneys Creek sold Charbray X feeder steers 16mths old for $1630/head. Stark Contracting of Anduramba sold Droughtmaster X feeder steers 16mths old for $1600/head. G & L Bischoff sold a quality pen of Droughtmaster steers 12-14mths old for $1550/head. Impresa Civil Sold Droughtmaster steers 14mths old for $1500/head.

Homeward Properties of Cracow sold a quality run of 112 Santa steers 12-14mths old selling to $1450 and $1350. Gallanani Grazing of Esk sold a quality pen of Charolais X steers 14mths old for $1420/head. Lyne Bros of Gatton sold Angus X steers 14mths old for $1410/head. Warwick and Flesser of Mt Alford sold Santa X steers 12-14mths old for $1400/head. Kay Ward for Gregors creek sold Droughtmaster steers 12-14mths old for $1380/head. Alice Creek of running creek sold Charolais X steers 12mths old for $1280/head.

A quality run of Santa, breeder quality heifers account G & D Tilley of Beaudesert sold to a top of $1610 and $1590/head. Mark Tilley also sold a quality line of Santa heifers, 24mths old with pens topping at $1560/ head. K & K King of Dayboro sold Droughtmaster heifers 18mths old for $1300/head.

Geoffrey and Leanne Hartwig of Eidsvold sold a quality run of heifers, 14-16mths old with the angus portion topping at $1260, the Charolais portion topping at $1290 and the Droughtmasters topping at $1220/head. The Gittins family of Goomeri sold Droughtmaster X heifers 18mths old for $1200/head. K & K King of Dayboro sold Charolais X heifers 1416mths old for $1110/head. Apel & Co of Gin Gin sold a quality run of Charbray X heifers 11-13mths old with pens topping at $1130, $1020 and $1000/head.

Alice Creek of Running creek sold Charolais X heifers 16mths old for $1200/head D & R Manson of Kin Kin sold Brangus X heifers 15mths old for $1180/head. C & J Hewitt of

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Delaneys Creek sold Charbray heifers 14mths old for $1030/head. K & R Kohler of Moore sold Droughtmaster X heifers 12-14mths old for $1030/head. Tri Rural of Binjour sold Charolais X weaner heifers 10mths old for $930/ head. N & Z Heit of Blackbutt sold Charolais X weaner heifers 8mths old for $990/head. G & C Beanland of Kingaroy sold Charolais X heifers 8mths old for $890/head. Gaylene Belz of Mt Beppo sold Santa X heifers 12-14mths old for $950/head.

Darcy Pratten of Kilcoy sold 11 year old Brangus cows and calves for $1750/head.

Pearl Cattle Co of Proston sold middle aged Brangus Cows and Calves for $1690/head.

Impresa Civil of Esk sold Droughtmaster X cows and calves $1690/head. Barnes Grazing of Anduramba sold aged Santa cows with calves at foot for $1540/head. Shepherdson and Boyd would like to thank all of their vendors, buyers and underbidders for their valued support. The next Toogoolawah Store Sale will be on Friday the 23rd of February, starting at 9am.

WOODFORD SALEYARDS Monday February 5 307 head were sold at Stariha Auctions Woodford cattle sale on Monday. The market again showed a rise in prices as buyers look to restock. Cows also sold to improves rates.

Barrie Dunning, Kilcoy, sold a pen of Santa cows for $1890, steers for $1700 and lines of backgrounder steers for $1460, $1370 & $1310. Ben & Tim Mason, Woodford, sold lines of Droughtmaster backgrounder steers for $1440 and $1410. Eatons Hill Stud, Armstrong Creek, sold Droughtmaster cows for $1710. Glendale Homestead Maleny, Witta, sold Droughtmaster backgrounder steers for $1235 and light weaners steers for $800. Littlemore Farm, Colinton, sold lines of Charbray weaner heifers for $940, $800 & $795 and cows for $1430. Ken Klein, Cedarton, sold Droughtmaster backgrounder steers for $1270. Anthony Klein, Cedarton, sold milk tooth Hereford steers for $1420.

Iris Wessling, Kilcoy, sold Greyman weaner steers for $1000. ALB Pastoral, Braemore, sold Charbray male calves for $795. Peter Klein, Cedarton, sold Droughtmaster steers for $1500. Melissa Thornton, Harlin, sold Brahman cows for $1300. Gerald Carseldine, Wamuran, sold Charbray heifers for $1040.

The Dellaway Family, Stanmore, sold young Droughtmaster steers for $800.

Woodford – Monday 19th February Eumundi – Tuesday 20th February Laidley – Thursday 22th February

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MOORE WEEKLY STARS February 12-18, 2024 ARIES (Mar 21 - Apr 19) Have you got a pile of projects that you’ve started but not finished? This week Mars and Pluto boost motivation and concentration, so you can bring a project to a satisfying conclusion. Don’t waste the opportunity! With five planets highlighting your hopes-and-wishes zone, you’re set for an amorous Valentine’s Day. Romantic music, stylish surroundings and gourmet food are calling. Singles – sparks could fly with a sexy Scorpion or an adventurous Aquarian.

TAURUS (Apr 20 - May 20) Romantic vibes are high, as love planet Venus links up with atmospheric Neptune. Focus your attention on your lover, as you give them the right royal treatment this Valentine’s Day via a special pronouncement, a thoughtful gift or a candlelit dinner. Singles … love and work are connected, so you could meet your soulmate via a colleague, client or customer.

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GEMINI (May 21 - June 20) Gregarious Geminis love to chat, so this Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to tell loved ones how much you really care. Inspiration for the week is from birthday great, avant-garde artist Yoko Ono (who was born on February 18, 1933): “The regret of my life is that I have not said ‘I love you’ often enough.” Saturday’s Mercury/Uranus square could lead to hasty words and impulsive actions. So slow down and think (carefully) before you speak and act!

CANCER (June 21 - July 22) Attached Crabs – you’re feeling extra romantic as you lavish attention (and money) on your partner, wear your heart on your sleeve or play out a secret fantasy with your lover. Singles – don’t base your self-esteem on whether you have a partner. You possess a multitude of talents, and a kind nature. Finding your soulmate is just the extra icing on an already spectacular cake! Things get passionate and/ or intense on Saturday when Venus hooks up with Pluto.

LEO (July 23 - Aug 22) With the Sun, Mercury, Mars and Pluto all visiting your partnership zone, prepare for a bold and busy Valentine’s Day. Coupled Cats – why not initiate a special romantic rendezvous with your partner? Singles – in order to find true love, you need to be brave and step out of your comfort zone. So your motto for the week is from Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu: “Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.”

VIRGO (Aug 23 - Sep 22) At the moment, with taskmaster Saturn moving slowly through your romance zone, love is a very serious business. So your quote for Valentine’s Day is from writer William Barclay: “Love always involves responsibility, and love always involves sacrifice.” Singles – it’s time to give flirtatious, superficial suitors the flick.

Instead, look for a lover who has real character, depth and substance – a philosopher (with a romantic soul) who can last the distance.

LIBRA (Sep 23 - Oct 22) Librans are addicted to love in all its forms – romantic, platonic, and universal. Whether you’re attached, searching for your soulmate, or happily single, Valentine’s Day is an appropriate time to reflect on the fact that love really does make the world go around, and it’s the glue that binds us all together. So do all you can to encourage and nurture more love in your life. As John Lennon (a fellow Libran) observed: “Love is the flower, you’ve got to let it grow.”

SCORPIO (Oct 23 - Nov 21) When it comes to finding (and maintaining) love, resist the urge to be overly-controlling.

Attached Scorpio – avoid the temptation to be bossy at home; give your spouse more space.

Singles – stop looking for love in all the obvious places. Write a wish-list of the important qualities you desire in a dream partner. Then sit back and wait for the magic to happen. As actress Loretta Young observed: “Love isn’t something you find. Love is something that finds you.”

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 - Dec 21) It’s time to be more proactive about your health, fitness, diet and daily routine, but tread carefully with an unpredictable relative or neighbour who may be stewing with a hidden grievance. On Valentine’s Day, find a dream you can share together – “Love does not consist of gazing at each other, but of looking outward together in the same direction.”

- Antoine St Exupery. With Mercury and Uranus revving up your restless side, you’re in the mood for a weekend getaway.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22 - Jan 19) Don’t take your partner – or potential partner – for granted! If you do, then your neglected lover may go looking for attention elsewhere. (“Love doesn’t just sit there, like a stone. It has to be made like bread, remade all the time, made new.” – Ursula Le Guin.) So plan something uniquely special this Valentine’s Day. Singles – it doesn’t matter what a potential partner looks like, or how much money they make – you need a romantic mate who is also a friend.

AQUARIUS (Jan 20 - Feb 18) This week – as we celebrate Valentine’s Day – the Sun, Mercury, Venus, Mars and Pluto are all powering through your sign, so you’re at your amorous, adventurous, quirky Aquarian best. Spread your special kind of universal love around! Your motto for the moment is from uber-Aquarian, composer Amadeus Mozart: “Neither a lofty degree of intelligence nor imagination nor both go together in making genius. Love, love, love, that is the soul of genius.”

PISCES (Feb 19 - Mar 20) Love planet Venus hooks up with your power planet, Neptune, so romance is in the air. But the energy is behind the scenes suggesting a private, magical Valentine’s Day. (“Romance is the glamour which turns the dust of everyday life into a golden haze.” – Carolyn Gold Heilbrun.) Unhappily single? Subtle signs and unexpected synchronicities could lead you to your soulmate, so keep your intuition welltuned. Happily single? It’s time to get creative.

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Community Noticeboard Upcoming Events

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Community Centre, 7:30- 9:30pm, ccomplished and well-travelled accoustic guitarist, food and drinks for sale, tickets on eventbrite and at the door (open 7 pm).

Wed Feb 14 Ken & Annie’s Country Round Up Gatton Jubilee Golf Club, Woodlands Rd Gatton, all types of music, walk ups welcome, 11am, lite lunch, $5 cover charge, lucky door/lucky numbers, everyone welcome, Fri Mar 1 World Day of Prayer 9.30am St James enquiries phone 0408707114 Anglican Church, 58 Prospect St Lowood, Sat Feb 17 followed by morning tea, 0429123445 Hymn Singing Workshop with Lucem Vitae and Something to Sing About Choir, World Day of Prayer 10am Gatton, St Mary’s Catholic Church, cnr Maitland 9.30am-11.30am, Laidley Anglican Church Hall, free to attend, refreshments and Spencer Sts, followed by morning tea contact 0477788791. 11am Laidley, afterwards, 0402395213 Acting and Screen Production Work- St Patrick’s Catholic Church, 1 John St South, followed by a light lunch, contact shop with Noosa Film Academy, 10am3pm, Fernvale Community Hall 32 Banks 0400112882 Creek Rd, all ages welcome, tickets com- Glenore Grove Dance ‘Commodore’, plimentary, bookings essential andrea@ 7.30pm-11.30pm, $12.50 admission, includes supper, Glenore Grove Hall, QRRVDÀOPDFDGHP\ FRP 0423849002 Afternoon Melodies Gatton Senior Sat Mar 2 Citizens Hall 13 North St, 3rd Sat/mth, 1.30pm, cost $7, 0439030677 (Mon-Fri) Mulgowie Farmers Markets 8am-11am ÀUVW 6DWXUGD\ RI WKH PRQWK 0XOJRZLH Marburg Dance ‘Rae Blinco’, ValenCommunity Hall, ‘a real farmers market’, tines Dance, 7pm, , bring your own cup local farm fresh produce, handmade prodand supper, tea and coffe provided, ucts, books, plants, live music, coffee and Marburg Show Hall, $12.50 admission, breakfast, markets@mulgowie.com.au or 0409481681 0477143787 Fri Feb 23 Friday Food Truck Night Colonial Plaza Fernvale Photography Group gallery opens to public, Open Door Gallery 45 carpark Esk 4pm - 8pm, BYO tables and Railway St Lowood. 9:30am-2pm Sat & chairs, 3 Hot Food Vendors and 1 Hot/ Sun, 9:30am-12:30pm Thu, featured Cold Dessert Vendor, 0437110789 photographers present each day, visit Sat Feb 24 Fernvale Photography Group Facebook Lowood Slimmers Bus Trip Calounpage or email lanalkeen@hotmail.com dra Cruise, p/u Gatton 7am, Plainland Marburg Dance ‘David C.’, 7pm, $12.50, 7.15am, Lowood 7.30am, 54261468 Gatton Gem Show Gatton Lapidary Club, bring your own cup and supper, tea and coffe provided, Marburg Show Hall, 8am-3pm,Gatton Shire Hall 52 North $12.50 admission, 0409481681 St, free entry, gems, minerals, fossils, Sat Mar 9 ODSLGDU\ VXSSOLHV EHDGV MHZHOOHU\ ÀQGMa Ma Creek Community Markets Ma ings, hot food, cold drinks, tea & coffee Ma Creek Community Hall, 8am-12pm, 0417074933 plants, live music, delicious morning teas, Exhibition Opening The Condensery, 7RRJRRODZDK ¶ąP DPPą Pą PDUDP· Tenthill Woodturning, ‘Froth and Bubbles’, by artist Sancintya Mohini Simpson, 4pm- fresh local mangoes, local pure honey and so much more, stalls $10, followed 6pm, registration required for catering,

by International Women’s Day Lunch at visit thecondensery.com.au 12.30pm, all funds to MMC Community Toogoolawah Pictures ‘Mean Girls’, Alexandra Hall, doors 7pm movie 7.20pm- Centre Inc. Info Helen 0418716057 9.40pm, children $8, adults $10, families Toogoolawah Pictures ‘Mean Girls’, $30, EFTPOS available on door, hot dogs, Alexandra Hall, doors 7pm movie 7.20pmpop corn, snack bar, please book by mes- 9.30pm, children $8, adults $10, families sage ‘Toogoolawah Pictures’ on Facebook $30, no EFTPOS, hot dogs, pop corn, snack bar, please book by message ‘Tooor text/call 0467301924 goolawah Pictures’ on Facebook or text/ Sun Feb 25 call 0467301924 Country Music Concert Gatton Senior Sat Mar 16 Citizens Hall, 13 North St Gatton, starts 2pm, entertainers: Diane Simpson, Peter Forest Hill Annual Artisan’s Gathering Simpson, Terry Gordon, entry $25, book- Forest Hill School of Arts, 8am, stallholders, local businesses, local community ings phone 0439030677 (Mon-Fri) groups, local support, beverages and Thu Feb 29 Laidley Garden Club Bus Trip Beauvale sausage sizzle, browse the stalls and see ZKDW WUHDVXUHV \RX FDQ ÀQG RUJDQLVHG E\ Day Lilly Farm, leaving Gatton 7.15am, Team Jody, fundraising for the Leukaemia Laidley 7.30am, bookings 0413136861 Daniel Champagne live at Ma Ma Creek Foundation, 0402085260

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6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Ent. Tonight. 1.30 Judge Judy. 2.00 The Dog Hospital With Graeme Hall. 3.00 Farm To Fork. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon. 4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Dog House Aust. 8.30 The Dog Hospital With Graeme Hall. 9.30 Law & Order: S.V.U. 10.30 Late Programs.

FRIDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Silent Witness. 2.00 Total Control. 3.00 Cook And The Chef. 3.25 Tenable. 4.15 Antiques Roadshow. 5.15 Love Your Garden. 6.00 Back Roads. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 Gardening Aust.

8.30 Midsomer Murders. 10.00 Hard Quiz. 10.30 The Weekly. 11.05 News.

11.20 Love Your Garden. 12.10 Tenable.

12.55 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Mastermind Aust. 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.30 The Cook Up. 4.00 Who Do You Think You Are? 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers.

6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News.

7.30 The Good Ship Murder. 8.25 Silk Road From Above. 9.25 Queens That Changed The World. 10.20 SBS News.

10.50 Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show.

11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: Dead In The Water. (2021) 2.00 House Of Wellness.

3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 News. 7.00 Better Homes. 8.30 MOVIE: The Proposal. (2009) (PG) 10.50 To Be Advised. 1.00 12 Monkeys.

2.00 Shopping. 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. 5.00 NBC Today.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News.

7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Men’s All Stars. Round 1. Indigenous All Stars v Maori All Stars. 9.00 All Stars Post-Match. 9.30 MOVIE: Escape Plan. (2013) 11.45 Tipping Point. 12.45 Pointless. 1.45 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Ent. Tonight. 1.30 Judge Judy. 2.00 To Be Advised. 3.00 Farm To Fork. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon. 4.00 Everyday Gourmet. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project.

7.30 The Graham Norton Show. 8.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia.

9.30 The Graham Norton Show. 10.30 Late Programs.

SATURDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Darby And Joan. 2.15 Spicks And Specks.

2.45 McCartney 3, 2, 1. 3.15 Joanna Lumley’s Great Cities Of The World.

4.00 Grand Designs Transformations.

5.00 Landline. 5.30 Muster Dogs. 6.30 Back Roads. 7.00 News. 7.30 Darby And Joan. 8.15 Endeavour. 9.50 Total Control. 10.40 Midsomer Murders.

12.10 Rage. 5.00 Rage.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Cycling.

The Saudi Tour. Highlights. 3.10 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys.

5.00 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Rivers.

5.35 Secrets Of The Imperial War Museum. 6.30 News. 7.30 Cotswolds And Beyond. 8.25 Scotland’s Scenic Railways. 9.20 Queen Victoria: Love, Lust And Leadership. 10.15 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.30 Horse Racing. Black Caviar Lightning Race Day and Apollo Stakes Day. 5.00 News.

5.30 Creek To Coast. 6.00 News.

7.00 Border Security. 7.30 MOVIE: The Bourne Ultimatum. (2007) 9.50 MOVIE: Green Zone. (2010) 12.10 12 Monkeys. 1.10 Travel Oz. 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 Get Clever. 5.00 House Of Wellness.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 The Pet Rescuers. 1.30 MOVIE: Rocky II. (1979) 4.00 The Garden Hustle. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. 6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Space Invaders. 8.30 MOVIE: Casino Royale.

(2006) 11.30 My Life As A Rolling Stone. 12.40 Great Australian Detour.

1.05 Surfing Australia TV. 1.30 The Pet Rescuers. 2.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.30 All 4 Adventure. 12.30 Silvia’s Italian Masterclass. 1.00 Australian Survivor.

2.00 Wildlife Rescue. 3.00 What’s Up Down Under. 3.30 GCBC. 4.00 My Market Kitchen. 4.30 Taste Of Aust.

5.00 News. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 7.00 To Be Advised. 10.00 Ambulance UK. 11.15 FBI: International. 1.00 Shopping.

4.30 Authentic. 5.00 Hour Of Power.

SUNDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Gardening Aust. 2.30 Dream Gardens.

3.00 Nigella Bites. 3.25 Cook And The Chef. 3.55 Martin Clunes: Islands Of America. 4.40 Joanna Lumley’s Britain. 5.30 The ABC Of... 6.00 Grand Designs Transformations. 7.00 News.

7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.30 Total Control. 9.30 Silent Witness. 10.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Surf Life Saving.

Interstate Championships. Highlights.

5.00 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Rivers.

5.35 Secrets Of The Imperial War Museum. 6.30 News. 7.30 Mystery Of Blackbeard’s Lost Treasure. 8.20 Putin’s Stolen Children. 9.55 Rise Of The Nazis: Dictators At War. 11.05 Muhammad Ali. 1.05 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Motor Racing. Bathurst 12 Hour. 5.00 News.

5.30 Weekender. 6.00 News. 7.00 Australian Idol. 8.30 Ron Iddles: The Good Cop. 9.35 What The Killer Did Next. 10.35 The Disappearance Of Gabby Petito. 12.00 Bates Motel. 2.00 Shopping. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute.

4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 MOVIE: Middle School: The Worst Years Of My Life. (2016) 3.30 Space Invaders. 4.30 Explore TV. 5.00 9News First At Five.

5.30 My Way. 6.00 9News Sunday.

7.00 Married At First Sight. 8.30 60 Minutes. 9.30 9News Late. 10.00 Murder In The Family. 11.00 The First 48. 11.50 Family Law. 12.40 Building Icons. 1.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.30 Healthy Homes. 12.00 Australian Survivor. 1.30 Cook With Luke. 2.00 4x4 Adventures.

3.00 Roads Less Travelled. 3.30 Farm To Fork. 4.00 My Market Kitchen. 4.30 GCBC. 5.00 News. 6.30 The Sunday Project. 7.30 Australian Survivor. 9.00 NCIS: Hawai’i. 11.00 FBI: International.

12.00 The Sunday Project. 1.00 Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Endeavour. 2.30 Back Roads. 3.00 Cook And The Chef. 3.25 Tenable. 4.10 Antiques Roadshow. 5.10 Love Your Garden. 6.00 Back Roads. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Aust Story. 8.30 Four Corners. 9.15 Media Watch. 9.35 Q+A. 10.35 News. 10.50 The Business. 11.10 The Weekly. 11.40 Planet America. 12.10 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 PBS News Weekend. 1.30 Al Jazeera News. 2.10 Daniel O’Donnell: Home To Donegal. 3.00 Mastermind Aust.

3.30 The Cook Up. 4.00 DNA Family Secrets. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust.

6.30 News. 7.30 Letters And Numbers.

8.30 Finding Your Roots. 9.30 The 2010s. 11.05 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Surveillance Oz. 2.00 To Be Advised.

3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 Australian Idol. 9.00 The Irrational. 10.00 The Latest: Seven News. 10.30 S.W.A.T. 11.30 Curse Of The Chippendales. 12.30 Bates Motel.

1.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Getaway. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News.

6.00 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Married At First Sight. 9.10 Big Miracles.

10.10 9News Late. 10.40 Law & Order: Organized Crime. 11.30 Court Cam. 12.00 Tipping Point. 1.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Ent. Tonight. 1.30 Australian Survivor.

3.00 Farm To Fork. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon. 4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Australian Survivor. 8.30 FBI: Most Wanted. 9.30 FBI: Most Wanted. 11.30 The Project.

12.30 Stephen Colbert. 1.30 Shopping.

4.30 CBS Morning.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Call The Midwife. 2.00 Brush With Fame. 2.30 Back Roads. 3.00 Cook And The Chef.

3.30 Tenable. 4.15 Antiques Roadshow.

5.10 Love Your Garden. 6.00 Back Roads. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News.

7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads. 8.30 Better Date Than Never. 9.00 Earth.

10.05 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 New Breed: The Rise Of The Social Entrepreneur. 3.30 The Cook Up. 4.00 DNA Family Secrets.

5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust.

6.30 News. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.35 Franklin. 10.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Motorbike Cops. 2.00 Autopsy USA. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 News. 7.00 Home And Away.

7.30 Australian Idol. 9.00 Kitchen Nightmares USA. 10.00 First Dates UK. 11.05 The Latest: Seven News. 11.35 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.45 Explore.

2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point.

4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Married At First Sight. 9.00 The Hundred With Andy Lee. 10.00 9News Late. 10.30 Travel Guides NZ. 11.30 Family Law. 12.20 Tipping Point. 1.10 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Ent. Tonight. 1.30 Judge Judy. 2.00 Australian Survivor. 3.00 Farm To Fork. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon.

4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Australian Survivor.

9.00 NCIS. 10.00 NCIS: LA. 11.00 Late Programs.

TUESDAY

ABC TV

MONDAY

February 14 – 20

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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TEN

WEDNESDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.40 Media Watch. 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Cook And The Chef. 3.30 Tenable. 4.15 Antiques Roadshow. 5.10 Love Your Garden. 6.00 Back Roads. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Hard Quiz. 8.30 The Weekly. 9.05 This Is Going To Hurt. 9.50 Planet America.

10.25 Miniseries: Best Interests. 11.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 PBS News. 2.15 Coastal Ireland With Adrian Dunbar. 3.10 Mastermind Aust. 3.40 The Cook Up. 4.10 Who Do You Think You Are? 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Scottish Islands With Ben Fogle. 8.40 Shackleton’s Endurance: The Lost Ice Ship Found.

9.50 Kin. 10.50 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Border Patrol. 2.00 Autopsy USA. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 Australian Idol. 9.10 Below Deck Australia. 10.10 First Dates UK. 11.15 The Latest: Seven News. 11.45 Autopsy USA. 12.40 Parenthood. 1.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Explore TV. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point.

4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Married At First Sight. 9.00 Under Investigation. 10.00 9News Late. 10.30 See No Evil. 11.30 The Equalizer. 12.20 La Brea. 1.10 Late Programs. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Ent. Tonight. 1.30 Australian Survivor.

3.00 Farm To Fork. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon. 4.00 Neighbours.

4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Ambulance Australia. 8.30 FBI: International. 9.30 FBI: International.

10.30 Blue Bloods. 11.30 The Project.

12.30 Late Programs.

THURSDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Earth.

2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Cook And The Chef. 3.30 Tenable. 4.15 Antiques Roadshow. 5.15 Love Your Garden.

6.00 Back Roads. 6.30 Hard Quiz.

7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Grand Designs Transformations. 9.00 Martin Clunes: Islands Of America. 9.50 Fake Or Fortune? 10.50 News. 11.05 The Business. 11.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 PBS News. 2.10 Coastal Ireland With Adrian Dunbar. 3.05 Mastermind Aust. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Who Do You Think You Are? 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust.

6.30 News. 7.30 DNA Family Secrets.

8.40 Hitler’s Jewish Soldier? Australia Uncovered. 9.45 Culprits. 10.45 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Border Patrol. 2.00 Your Money & Your Life.

2.30 Border Patrol. 3.00 The Chase.

4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Home And Away. 8.30 Mrs Brown’s Boys. 10.00 The Latest: Seven News.

10.30 Australia: Now And Then. 11.30 Monster Mansion: Evil Behind Bars.

12.40 Black-ish. 1.10 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Mr Mayor. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News.

6.00 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 RBT. 8.30 Emergency. 9.30 RPA. 10.30 9News Late. 11.00 Chicago Med. 11.50 Emergency Call. 12.40 Tipping Point.

1.35 Pointless. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Ent. Tonight. 1.30 Judge Judy. 2.00 The Dog Hospital With Graeme Hall. 3.00 Farm To Fork. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon. 4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Dog House Aust. 8.40 The Dog Hospital With Graeme Hall. 9.40 Law & Order: S.V.U. 10.40 Late Programs.

FRIDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Silent Witness. 2.00 Total Control. 3.00 Cook And The Chef. 3.30 Tenable. 4.15 Antiques Roadshow. 5.10 Love Your Garden. 6.00 Back Roads. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 Gardening Aust.

8.30 Midsomer Murders. 10.00 Hard Quiz. 10.30 The Weekly. 11.00 News.

11.20 Love Your Garden. 12.05 Tenable.

12.55 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Mastermind Aust. 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.30 The Cook Up. 4.05 Who Do You Think You Are? 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers.

6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News.

7.35 The Good Ship Murder. 8.30 Silk Road From Above. 9.30 Sex: A Bonkers History. 10.25 SBS News. 10.55 Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show.

11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: Party From Hell. (2021) 2.00 House Of Wellness.

3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 News. 7.00 Better Homes.

8.30 MOVIE: The Help. (2011) (M) 11.30 To Be Advised. 1.00 12 Monkeys.

(MA15+) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. 5.00 NBC Today.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News.

7.00 ACA. 7.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. 8.30 MOVIE: The Intern. (2015) 11.00 MOVIE: Analyze This. (1999) 1.00 Tipping Point.

2.00 Pointless. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Postcards. 4.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Ent. Tonight. 1.30 Judge Judy. 2.00 To Be Advised. 3.00 Farm To Fork. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon. 4.00 Everyday Gourmet. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project.

7.30 The Graham Norton Show. 8.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia.

9.30 Fire Country. 10.30 Late Programs.

SATURDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Darby And Joan. 2.15 Spicks And Specks. 2.45 McCartney 3, 2, 1. 3.15 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. 3.45 Extraordinary Escapes. 4.35 Grand Designs Transformations. 5.30 Muster Dogs.

6.30 Back Roads. 7.00 News. 7.30 Darby And Joan. 8.15 Vera. 9.45 Total Control. 10.45 Midsomer Murders.

12.20 Rage. 5.00 Rage.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Figure Skating. ISU Four Continents C’ships. H’lights. 4.00 The Weedy One. 4.10 Multiply. 4.45 Raiders Of The Lost Art: China. 5.35 Secrets Of The Imperial War Museum. 6.30 News. 7.30 Cotswolds And Beyond.

8.25 Scotland’s Scenic Railways.

9.20 Queen Victoria: Love, Lust And Leadership. 10.15 Late Programs.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. 12.00 Horse Racing. Caulfield Family Day and Inglis Millennium Day. 5.00 News.

5.30 Creek To Coast. 6.00 News.

7.00 Border Security. 7.30 MOVIE: The Bourne Supremacy. (2004) 9.45 MOVIE: American Made. (2017) 12.10 12 Monkeys. 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 Get Clever. 5.00 House Of Wellness.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 The Pet Rescuers. 1.30 MOVIE: Rocky.

(1976) 4.00 The Garden Hustle. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Country House Hunters Australia. 6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Space Invaders. 8.30 MOVIE: Yesterday.

(2019) 10.45 My Life As A Rolling Stone. 12.00 MOVIE: Carrie. (1976) 1.50 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Everyday Gourmet. 2.00 Wildlife Rescue. 3.00 What’s Up Down Under.

3.30 Exploring Off The Grid. 4.00 My Market Kitchen. 4.30 Taste Of Aust.

5.00 News. 6.00 To Be Advised. 7.00 AACTA Awards. 9.00 To Be Advised.

10.00 FBI: International. 11.00 FBI: International. 12.00 Deal Or No Deal.

12.30 Late Programs.

SUNDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Gardening Aust. 2.25 Dream Gardens.

3.00 Nigella Bites. 3.25 Cook And The Chef. 3.55 Martin Clunes: Islands Of America. 4.40 Joanna Lumley’s Britain. 5.30 The ABC Of... 6.00 Grand Designs Transformations. 7.00 News.

7.30 Muster Dogs. 8.30 Total Control.

9.30 Silent Witness. 10.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Figure Skating.

ISU Four Continents Championships.

Highlights. 5.00 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Lochs. 5.35 Secrets Of The Imperial War Museum. 6.30 News.

7.30 Karnak: The Largest Temple In The World. 8.30 Genghis Khan’s Mongolia. 10.10 Rise Of The Nazis: Dictators At War. 11.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Cycling.

Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race. Highlights. 2.00 Beach Cops.

2.30 Border Patrol. 3.00 The Chase.

4.00 Better Homes. 5.00 News.

5.30 Weekender. 6.00 News. 7.00 Australian Idol. 8.45 Ron Iddles: The Good Cop. 9.50 What The Killer Did Next. 10.50 The Disappearance Of Gabby Petito. 12.15 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Golf.

Mick Fanning Charity Day. 1.30 MOVIE: The Choice. (2016) 3.30 Space Invaders. 4.30 Explore TV. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 My Way. 6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 Married At First Sight. 8.40 60 Minutes. 9.40 9News Late. 10.10 Murder In The Family. 11.10 The First 48. 12.00 Family Law. 1.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Cook With Luke. 2.00 4x4 Adventures.

3.00 Roads Less Travelled. 3.30 The Placemakers: Expedition Kimberley.

4.00 My Market Kitchen. 4.30 GCBC. 5.00 News. 6.30 The Sunday Project.

7.30 Australian Survivor. 9.00 NCIS: Hawai’i. 11.00 FBI: International.

12.00 The Sunday Project. 1.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Australia Remastered. 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Cook And The Chef.

3.30 Tenable. 4.15 Antiques Roadshow.

5.15 Love Your Garden. 6.00 Back Roads. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News.

7.30 7.30. 8.00 Nemesis. 9.30 Media Watch. 9.50 Nemesis: Behind The Scenes. 10.15 You Can’t Ask That. 10.35 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Al Jazeera News Second Edition. 2.10 Vesuvius. 3.05 Mastermind Aust. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Who Do You Think You Are? 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust.

6.30 News. 7.30 Letters And Numbers.

8.30 Isle Of Wight: Jewel Of The South.

9.25 Building The Snowy. 10.25 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Border Patrol. 2.30 Surveillance Oz. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 Australian Idol. 9.15 The Irrational. 10.15 The Latest: Seven News. 10.45 S.W.A.T. 11.45 Curse Of The Chippendales. 12.45 Bates Motel. 2.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.45 Explore.

2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point.

4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Married At First Sight. 9.00 Big Miracles. 10.00 9News Late. 10.30 Law & Order: Organized Crime. 11.20 Court Cam. 11.50 Tipping Point. 12.40 Pointless. 1.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Dr Phil. 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Ent. Tonight. 1.30 Australian Survivor.

3.00 Farm To Fork. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon. 4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Australian Survivor. 8.30 FBI: Most Wanted. 11.30 The Project. 12.30 Stephen Colbert.

1.30 Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Call The Midwife. 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Cook And The Chef. 3.25 Tenable. 4.10 Antiques Roadshow. 5.10 Love Your Garden. 6.00 Back Roads. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads. 8.35 McCartney 3, 2, 1. 9.00 Earth. 10.00 You Can’t Ask That. 10.35 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 PBS News. 2.15 Vesuvius With Bettany Hughes. 3.05 Mastermind Aust. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Who Do You Think You Are? 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust.

6.30 News. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Stephen Fry: Willem And Frieda. 9.50 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Surveillance Oz. 2.00 Autopsy USA. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 News. 7.00 Home And Away.

7.30 Australian Idol. 8.50 Kitchen Nightmares USA. 9.50 First Dates UK. 10.55 The Latest: Seven News. 11.25 Autopsy USA. 12.25 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Kenan.

2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point.

4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Married At First Sight. 9.00 The Hundred With Andy Lee. 10.00 9News Late. 10.30 Travel Guides NZ. 11.30 Family Law. 12.20 Tipping Point. 1.10 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Ent. Tonight. 1.30 Judge Judy. 2.00 Australian Survivor. 3.00 Farm To Fork. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon.

4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Australian Survivor.

9.00 NCIS. 10.00 NCIS: LA. 11.00 Late Programs.

TUESDAY

ABC TV

MONDAY

February 7 – 13

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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0412108945 CWA Craft & Friendship Day Bingo Brisbane Valley Darts 3rd Thu/mth 9am-12pm Clubhouse Lowood, Mon 7pm, Glamorgan Vale hall Thu 10.30am, $28, 0459320538 0423833954 Darts Brisbane Valley Darts Brisbane Valley Ukefreaks Clubhouse Lowood, Tue & Thu 6pm-8.30pm Wed Brisbane Valley Darts Clubhouse Lowood 7pm, 0423833954 Devotional Meeting, all Faiths, 0412470875 FB @ukefreaks hosted by Baha’i community, CAMS Multicultural Program 1st/3rd Wed/mth 7pm support for multicultural 0429861086 community members, Lockyer Digital Tech Hub Wed & Thu Community Centre Lockyer Community Centre 0455251581 54623355 Cars, Bikes, and Coffee Emergency Relief Program Monthly Meet last Sun/mth, Tilly’s Auto Café, red shop, main support for those experiencing ÀQDQFLDO FKDOOHQJHV IRRG DQG St Moore 0437532556 Chug-along Social Group 2nd & fuels vouchers (eligibility criteria applies) Mon, Wed, Fri, Lockyer 4th Wed/mth Gatton Uniting Community Centre, 54623355 Church 54626763 Esk 50 & Over Club Wed 9am Cards/Board Games (Adults) CWA Hall 0413443261 Coominya Public Hall Fri Esk Bowls & Community Club 9am-12pm $5 0412685125 Community Auslan classes Sat Bingo Bowls Club Thu 11am 0412824267 9am-12pm, learning through Esk Community Choir Tues everyday activities, address 5:30pm Somerset Civic Centre available on request, text only 0477540507 0404885138 Esk CWA Intergenerational Community Playgroups Hatton Vale Uniting Church Tue Playgroup for ages 0-100, fortnightly Thu 9am-11am, CWA 9:30am 0427536513; Grantham S.S. Wed 9am 5468 Hall Heap St 0449842965 Esk Glen Rock Stitchers Thu 3777; Ma Ma Creek S.S. Thu 9am, Anglican Church Hall, Esk 9am 5462 7271; Gatton S.S. 0417798460 Thu 9:15am 5466 3333; Esk Men’s Shed 12 Heap St, Glenore Grove S.S. Fri 9am 5466 6111; Grandchester S.S. Tue & Thu 9am-12pm 0466721919 Mon 8:30am 5466 9222; Fernvale Art Group Thu Kentville S.S. Thu 9am 5411 9.30am-12.30pm, Fernvale 5111; Laidley Uniting Church Community Hall, 0407072926 Mon 9:30am 5403 2198; Free Craft 2nd Thu/mth 12pm Laidley Community Ctre for Babies Mon 10am 5465 1889; Lockyer Community Centre 54623355 Laidley Community Ctr Wed Gatton & District Historical 9:30am 5465 1889; Laidley Society 6:30pm 3rd Mon/mth District S.S. Thurs 9am 5466 Caffey Hall Gatton Historical 8222; Laidley Uniting Church Village 0420967022 Thu 9:30am 5403 2198;

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Lockyer Valley Dog Training Club Myplace Lockyer Valley putting 12pm, 0468540313 Tranquillity Zone guided unity back in community, 3rd 6.30pm Mon Laidley Showmeditation Tue 7pm Laidley Sat/mth 1pm, Floating Café, grounds Facebook or Heights 0429861086 Grantham 0428048823 Open Mic Sun 1.30pm-3.30pm, Veterans Support Centre Tue Lockyer Valley Dog Training 10am-12pm, Lockyer/Bris Fernvale Lions Club Hall $2 Club Monday 6.30pm, Laidley showgrounds, 0428048823 Valley, cnr Rosewood Laidley Rd entry 0490366148 Lockyer Valley Karate Tue & and Frome St Laidley 54652591 Painting Classes 10am Fri Thu 6pm-7.30pm, Fernvale, all secretary@laidleyvsc.com.au Summerholm 0450656356 DJHV DOO ÀWQHVV OHYHOV Walloon QCWA Cent Sale 2nd Parkinson Support Group 1st 0458641202 Tue/mth 9.30am Walloon QCWA Fri/mth, 9.30am, Brisbane Lockyer Valley Orchid Society Valley Darts Clubhouse Lowood, Hall 54645243 1st Tue/mth Gatton ShowWithcott & District Creative 0400926709 grounds room under grandCorner 2nd Wed/mth 6pm Poker Fri 7pm, $25, Brisbane stands 0409475504 Valley Darts Clubhouse Lowood Postmans Ridge Hall, withLockyer Valley Toastmaster cottprogress@gmail.com 0423833954 Club 7pm 2nd & 4th Thu/mth, Rosewood and District Support Withcott & District Progress Centre Pop-up Hub 8.30amGatton Senior Citizens Centre Assoc. 3rd Tue/mth, Postmans 12pm, Walloon 1st Wed/mth, 54627576 Ridge Hall withcottprogress@ Marburg 2nd Wed/mth, Lockyer Valley Writers Group gmail.com Grandchester last Wed/mth, 1-3pm 2nd Tue/mth Gatton Withcott Day Village 159 5464 1544 Library, 4th Tue/mth Laidley Roches Rd, all ages playgroup Rosewood Community Art Library, lockyervalleywriters@ and home ed Tue 9am, sing for Group Fri 9:30am, Girl Guides gmail.com joy Wed 8am, self care sessions Hut 54641544 Lockyer Woodcrafters Group for parents and carers 9am Rosewood Euchre Group Mon Mon-Thu & Sat, 24 Railway St Wed, see FB page or call 9am m'tea, play at 9.30am, Forest Hill 0457219408 or 0400584683 CWA Hall Rosewood rosewoodlwcg4342@gmail.com Yoga Classes Laidley Catholic qcwa@outlook.com Lowood Community Action Church Hall, mat classes Mon Group 2nd Tue/mth 6.30pm at Rosewood History Group 6pm, Tue 9am, Fri 7:30am, chair yoga Wed 1pm. Book Brisbane Valley Darts Clubhouse bi-monthly, 3rd/Thu 10:30am 0439730986 Girl Guides Hut 54641544 0407279412 Zumba Mon 6:30pm school Lowood Craft Group 9.30am Fri Rosewood Men’s Shed Fri 9am-12pm 361 Marburg-Rose- term, Postmans Ridge Hall Lowood RSL Sub Branch wood Rd Tallegalla 0417079426 withcottprogress@gmail.com 0409343446 Lowood CWA 2nd Tue/mth CWA Rosewood Monthly Market 3rd Sat/mth Anglican Church Hall 54261514

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Late of Eastern Heights and formerly of Laidley, passed away peacefully on 6th February 2024, aged 89 years.

Dearly loved Husband of Violet (dec'd).

Much loved Father of Roslie, Beverley, Trevor, Gwenda and Pearl. Adored Grandad and Great-Grandad.

Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend Snow's celebration of life, to be held at the Laidley Crematorium Chapel, Southern Street, Laidley South, service commencing at 10:30am, Friday, 16th February 2024, followed by burial at Laidley Cemetery.

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PUBLIC NOTICE PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE TELSTRA MOBILE PHONE BASE STATION AT PLAINLAND Telstra plans to upgrade an existing telecommunications facility located at Lot 242 Plan CC 1795, Weier Road, Plainland QLD 4341 (Lot 242/Plan CC 1795) www.rfnsa.com.au/4341002 1. Telstra are currently upgrading existing mobile network facilities for the introduction of 5G to Telstra’s network. As part of this network upgrade, Telstra proposes the installation of LTE700, LTE1800. NR/ WCDMA850,NR3500 and NR/LTE2600 at Plainland. Proposed works at the above site will involve removal of eight (8) existing panel antennas, installation of eight (8) new panel antennas (each no longer than 2.8m), installation of four (4) new 5G antennas (each no longer than 2.8m), installation of four (4) new RRUs, and installation of associated ancillary equipment to improve Telstra’s mobile phone network.

2. Telstra regards the proposed installation as a Low-impact Facility in accordance with the Telecommunications (Low-impact facilities) Determination 2018 based on the description above.

3. In accordance with Section 7 of C564:2020 Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code, we invite you to provide feedback about the proposal. Further information or written submissions should be directed to Ryan Wong, BMM Group via email to: submissions@bmmgroup.com.au or 1300 260 834

by COB 29th February 2024.

GARAGE SALE Moving and everything must go, and there’s alot.

Ongoing sale from today at 132 Edward St, Laidley.

We would like to employ a Qualified Butcher to join the Esk IGA team.

Full time, Part time, 2nd or 3rd year apprentice, or if you would like to complete an apprenticeship as a Butcher.

Please forward your resume to Tania Lukritz manager@eskco-op.com.au

We would like to employ 2 x Retail Assistants to work stock on a Monday and Thursday at the Esk IGA. Paid according to the General Retail Award.

Please forward your resume to Tania Lukritz manager@eskco-op.com

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BOWLS LAIDLEY BOWLS CLUB HI-HO, HI-HO. Its off to bowls we go. On Wednesday 14th. Clean the mould off your bowls, give them a polish, and don’t forget to bring a friend. If you haven’t got one bring somebody else. Have a great day.

TOOGOOLAWAH BOWLS CLUB On Tuesday 6th February we held our first Pub Day for 2024. With the greens still a little heavy after renovation but acceptable to all players.

Winners on the day were Woodford Team: Peter King, Geoff Jones, Graeme Little and Gerry Mooney.

Runners up were Tony Watsons Team: Jim Baldwin, Herb Haines, Col Daniel and Tony Watson.

First Round Winners were: Alan Camerons Team: Allan Cameron, Lorraine Folbigg, John Folbigg and Des Knopke.

Second Round Winners were Steve Lehman’s Team: Wayne Talbot, Scott Johnson, Greg Beard and Steve Lehman.

On Sunday 11th February we had 10 players and played a game of 2 Bowl Triples and a game of 3 Bowl Pairs. Winners on the day were Len Smyth, Neville Finlay and Ian Bradow. Runners up were John Greany and Brian Loveland.

Fruit tray raffle went to Joe Hilton.  For your Calander: Our next General Meeting of the club. will be held of Sunday 10 March beginning at 9.00am Come along and have your say in the running of the club. See you on the green.  In order to ensure the attendance of players from other Clubs at our venue, it is necessary for our members to attend other clubs. If you are available to play in scheduled Pub Day Games, please advise Keith of your availability.  Please Keep Tuesday 19th March free for the running of our Annual Gold Cup Tournament.  Our next scheduled Pub Day will be held on 5th March.

BRIDGE LOCKYER BRIDGE CLUB Results for 7th February, 2024: Wilhelmina Pickles & Peter Hooper were well out in front 68.75% - nice score, congratulations.

J & G Orrin 52.08%, M Porter & S Herring 51.04%, B & T Fitzgerald 48.96%, L Gunthorpe & J Kuhle 47.92%, R & A McLucas 44.79%, P Ziebarth & R Drouin 40%.

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. Pat Ziebarth is the organizer for Tuesday’s play phone 0490 539 734.

CRICKET LOCKYER A GRADE Following the weekend fixtures, the race for the Semis has now narrowed to four teams.

In a competitive match, the Forest Hill Goats got over the top of Ropehill. The Black Ducks posted 127, thanks to a blazing 60 by Mitch Teske.Jason Neuendorff was again to the fore with

3-19. Thanks to a 61* by classy youngster Drew Stafford, and 30* from Harry Engel, Forest Hill was comfortably home in the end with only 3 wickets down.

In a ding dong battle, the Glenore Grove Roos 8-165 was just not quite enough to hold off Helidon with 7-168. Cameron Utz contributed 57 for the Roos, with Ray McBride again coming good with 5-45. The ever reliable Grant Hogan knocked up 45 for the Heat, with Cameron Utz completing a good match with 3-24.

In a complete disaster, Mulgowie could not withstand the classy bowling of Australian Indoor representative Daniel Ost, who took 6-8 in sending the Mulgas packing for 29. Gatton Fordsdale knocked them off in six overs.

VALLEY VIKINGS Needing an outright win to strengthen Semi aspirations, the Vikings, although in command, are not quite where they hoped to be against Brothers, at Ivor Marsden. Batting first, the Vikings declared at 7-241, with Reggie Hoger bagging another impressive ton. In reply, Brothers are 3-61, and will need to be dislodged quickly for the Vikings to strive for the outright.

EIGHT BALL KILCOY EIGHT BALL ASSOCIATION Round 5 of our Summer League was played on Wednesday the 7th of February.

A fantastic night was had by all.

Round 5 ResultsTeam Ballzy 12 defeated Wolfpack 4 Kill Shots 14 defeated Bill’s Team 2 Four Q’s 11 defeated Bushrangers 5 On Saturday the 10th of February Kilcoy 8 Ball held their B-Grade trials for City v’s Country.

The quality of pool played was outstanding with a very competitive field of 10 players battling it out for 6 positions.

Congratulations to our 2024 Kilcoy B-Grade CVC team who will be travelling to Ipswich in MayRoscoe Burgess Rocel Dumalin Jamie Mitchell (C) Nick Casey Clinton Morrow Noel Berg Teams playing in round 6 of the Summer League on the 14th of FebruaryBushrangers v’s Wolfpack Kill Shots v’s Four Q’s Team Ballzy v’s Ball Busters Best of luck to all and Cue Str8 GOLF ESK GOLF CLUB Friday Turkey Run 2-2-2024 Another hot Friday afternoon saw Ian Timms make a triumphant return to the Turkey Run taking out the win and the putting comp.

Garry Punch took out Runner-up after a countback.

The Run Down.

Winner - I Timms 41/28 Runner-up - G Punch 46/35 Ntp 4 - P Cook, Ntp 8 - I Timms Best Putts - I Timms 11 J Lumsden 53/35, J Humphrey 47/36, P Cook 48/36, B Glanville 50/38, I MacIntyre 56/38, M Beetz 49/41 Saturday 3/2/24 - Club Competition Single Stableford Winner - D Bitossi Jnr 38 pts

On Saturday February 10 Toogoolawah Golf Club member Jeff Yeo travelled to Kilcoy for the BV Championships. Pictured is Jeff retrieving his golf ball after hitting a hole in one on the 130 metre 9th Green, rain and all. PHOTO: TOOGOOLAWAH GOLF CLUB R/UP - D Richards 37, I Macintyre 36, B Farnham 36, B Tumney 36, C Wheeler 35, J Tinney 35, G Wilson 34, S Lerm 33, A Johns 33, L Robson 32, G Proctor 32, P Cook 31, J Kerr 30, B Moore 29, W Kirkwood 29, D Bitossi 28, B Thorogood 28, H Knubel 27, D Lockwood 27, L Johns 27, S Dargan 27, BL Farnham 26, C Pettet 26, J Guest 25, I Knopke 24, C Guest 16(L) NTP - Handicap 0-14 - 1/10 3rd D Bitossi Jnr H/C 15-19 - 5/14 3rd no winner H/C 20+ - 7/16 3rd S Dargan (in hole) ALL IN Sponsor Esk IGA - 4/13 L Robson Sponsor Brisbane Valley Meats 8/17 2nd L Robson Good turnout on another warm day, but 9am start okay. Doug Jnr taking the win and a pin shot , with Dennis grabbing R/UP spot.

Lyle Robson having an average day, but managed to take both sponsored pin shots. Must mention Bruce Thorogood a long time player at Esk, managed to play his age 80 yrs old with 80 gross score. According to statistics less than 1% of amateur golfers play to their age, so it is quite an achievement, well done Bruce.

The Old Pom Col is chasing you at 82 and still fighting to get there.

Sunday 4/2/24 - 9 Hole Chooky Winner - G Punch 26nett V Scott 29, D Back 31, J Humphrey 31, B Glanville 32, P Cook 33, J Lumsden 33, J Beetz 35, C Pettet 36, A Rossman 37, G Ray 39, M Beetz 41, G Steele 42 Worst Score - B Scott 47 Putting Competition - Jeff Humphrey 14putts NTP - No 13 G Punch, No 17 2nd J Humphrey Perfect morning for Golf with a 7.30am start. Gary taking a good win and a pin shot, with Victor getting R/UP spot but son Brad

winning the wooden spoon. Jeff took out the pin shot on 17 and the putting competition after a count back with the Old Pom Col. Captain Shaun missing as he has injured his elbow and can’t swing but can lift a beer, so is still in charge.

Friday Turkey Run 9-2-2024 Pleasant afternoon for golf without the stifling heat of late.

We welcomed Murray Winchester to the Turkey Run. Peter Cook had an impressive round taking the win and the putting comp. Jim Lumsden hitting a personal best to take Runner up.

The Run Down Winner - P Cook 38/25 Runner Up - J Lumsden 47/29 Best Putts - P Cook 11 Ntp 13 - M Beetz, Ntp 17 - M Beetz M Beetz 41/32, M Winchester 44/33, G Steele 47/33, G Punch 45/34, G Ray 49/34, L Pratt 44/35, B Thorogood 44/35, J Humphrey 50/38, B Granville 53/40 Sunday 11/2/24 - 9 Hole Chooky Winner - D Back 30nett R/UP - B Glanville 32, G Ray 33, V Scott 34, G Punch 36, C Pettet 36, G Steele 37, S Wilson 38, P Cook 39, M Beetz 39, J Humphrey 40, M Winchester 41, J Jones 47 Putting Competition - Garry Punch 14putts NTP - No 4 V Scott, No 8 2nd S Wilson (in hole) Golf course was pretty heavy today with a bit of rain around, but still playable. Don getting the win with Brian taking R/UP spot.

Victor improving to take a pin shot with Captain Shaun back in action putting his 2nd shot in the hole on the par 3 No 8.

LAIDLEY GOLF CLUB Saturday 10th February - Men & Ladies Single Stableford Trophy Donor: Robin Stagg

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Ladies Winner: Jenny Paroz 39 Runner Up: Barbara Panzram 36 Run Down: D. Manteufel 31, J. Logan 31, H Gilbert 30, J. Sippel 30, T. Harris 30 Pins: (Pro Pin) Jenny Paroz (Div.1) Judy Logan (Div.2) Vikki Etherden (All In) Vikki Etherden Men’s Winner: Daniel Hauser 38 Runner Up: Jonathan Haddrell 36 on c/b Run Down: A. Parker 36, G. Heuston 36, T. Dennien 36, R. Stagg 35, R. Yeo 35, J. Etherden 35, F. Sippel 35, K. Luck 34, Pins: (Pro Pin) Robin Core (Div.1) Ken Luck (Div.2) Bruno Maugeri (Div.3) Garry Rodgers Friday 9th February - Friday Chook Run Winner: Andrew Parker 25.

Others: Robbie Yeo 23, Ramon Bachmann 21, Peter Wood 19.

Thursday 8th February - Open Competition - Single Stableford Winner: Peter Wood 39 Runner Up: Glen O’Sullivan 38 Run Down: K. Goebel 36, A. Parker 35, R. King 35, R. Yeo 35, K. Luck 33, E. Bosch 33, T. Grimshaw 33 Pins: (Pro Pin) Paul McFie (Div.1) ------- (Div.2) Garry Rodgers (All In) Peter Wood Wednesday 7th February - Ladies Monthly Medal & Putting Winner: Lorraine Emery 90/75 Runner Up: Barbara Panzram 95/76 Run Down: F. Lee 95/77, T. Harris 99/77, J. Paroz 98/77, C. Scheiwe 97/78, M. Voorma 99/78 Pins: (Pro Pin) Trish Harris (Div.1) Cheryl Sternberg (Div.2) Trish Harris (Div.3) Enid Llewellyn Putting: Petal Davis 26 putts LOWOOD GOLF CLUB Results for Tuesday 6 February 2024 Single Stableford Men’s Winner: R Smith 38 ocb R/ Up: A Kingdon 38 ocb BRD: P Cattanach 38 D Olsen 37 R Coolwell 36 S Mahoney P Smith 35 J Harrison 34 ocb Ladies’ Winner: K Jessen 38 R/ Up: Peta Dwyer 35 NTPs: 2: P Smith 5: J Morris 11: C Petrohilos 14: D Olsen 14 Ladies 2nd shot: Peta Dwyer 2nd shot 1/10 Div 1: C Petrohilos Div 2: A Kingdon Results for Thursday 8 February 2024 Single Stableford Winner: V Bales 42 R/Up: P Walker 41 BRD: J Halliday 40, G Winter S Webb 36 D Olsen 35 Shane Kopelke J Hicks 34 ocb NTPs: 2: B Victor 5: J Halliday 11: V Bales 14: B Green 2nd shot 4/13 Div 1: S Mahoney Div 2: A Kingdon Results for Saturday 10 February 2024 Single Stroke Winner: R Coolwell 68 R/Up: M Whitwell 69 ocb 3rd: M Rennie 69 ocb BRD: V Birchall 69 H Powell 70 S Mahoney C Mayne T White 71 D Gray L Briody Shane Kopelke 72 J Grace J Luxford 73 ocb NTPs: 2: D Gray 5: P McGuigan 11: K Glover 14: T Norris 2nd shot 9/18 Div 1: D Gray Div 2: H Buckley ROSEWOOD GOLF CLUB RESULTS 10.2.24: Single Stableford Winners: Div 1: N McMillan 38 OCB, Div 2: R Hunter 39, Div 3: J Boyd 38, Ladies: J Browning 36 R/Up: Div 1: P Solomon 38, Div 2: M Lee 38, Div 3: J Maxwell 35, Ladies: S Tupai 34

3rd: Div 1: W Draheim 35 OCB, Div 2: G Molloy 37 OCB, Div 3: H Josephs 34, Ladies: T Aumua 33 OCB Run Down: Men to 35, Ladies to 29 OCB NTP - No 2: P Solomon, Ladies: J Browning, No 9: (0-18) M Forshey, (19+) V Gibbons, Ladies: S Tupai, No 11: Z Menolotto, Ladies: J Browning, No 15: F Aumua, Ladies: S Tupai, Approach (No 6): G Langford, Ladies: T Aumua TOOGOOLAWAH GOLF CLUB Wednesday 7th February Ladies Played a 9 hole Single Stableford.

Winner was Rhonda Carroll, Run/ up Sam Maclean.

Enid’s NTP Rhonda Carroll.

PM Chook Run also a 9 hole Single Stableford.

Winner Brian Loveland 20 points, Run/up Trevor Friedrich 19 points.

NTP no 10 Garry Hutchinson, 17 Agg Dagan. Craig’s birdie hole a Skinner.

Saturday Members and Lady Members travelled to Kilcoy for the 1st round of BV Championships.

Check Results in Kilcoy news.

Coming Events Saturday 17th February 2nd Round of BV Championships at Esk. Time Sheet.

Phone Shaun on 0428 522 528 after 6pm at night please.

Toogoolawah we have a bit of catching up to do.

Wednesday 20th February Ladies AM Golf 18 holes hit off 7.30am/9holes hit off 8.00am PM Chook Run hit off 3.30pm.

On Saturday 10th February Toogoolawah Member Jeff Yeo travelled to Kilcoy for BV Championships.

Jeff hit a hole in one on the 130 metre 9th Green. Rain and all.

Congratulations Jeff.

RIFLES GATTON GLENORE GROVE RIFLE CLUB Whilst some of GGGRC members are away shooting at the Crows Nest Goombungee OPM, those left had a pleasant Saturday afternoon with a mild South Easterly breeze that intensified often. Another great afternoon for the 500yd target.

Iron Sights out of 105.21.

R. Perry 96.6 and C. Greenwood 94.6 F.Class out of 126.21 F. Open.

D. Reddan 123.7 and J. Hickmott 120.8 FTR R. White 119.8 and D. Cox 118.5 (coached) F STD. J. Findlay 120.7, R. Cowburn 115.6, A. Chalmers 114.2, Next week 600yds TABLE TENNIS GATTON TABLE TENNIS ASSOCIATION Gatton table tennis club will be opening its doors this Thursday for first time this year for a social hit and sign on from 6.30pm.

Players of all ages and abilities welcome.

TENNIS ESK TENNIS CLUB Thursday Night Summer Fixtures.

Matt’s Team 37 defeated James’s Team 27 Trevor’s Team 33 defeated Terry/ Bruce’s Team 31 Ian’s Team had the bye.

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LAIDLEY ON PATH OF REVIVAL with, especially in the women’s program.

“I was coaching the Chinchilla women’s team in 2018, I remember we came down here to play Laidley a few times and they were always sitting first, second or third,” he said.

“It was a cracking side back then… and I’d love to see it get back there again.”

Taylor said clubs like SWQ Thunder relied on smaller clubs like Laidley and Gatton.

“At the end of the day we can’t be as successful as we are without these guys coming through the system of local clubs and learning football, and the right way to do things,” he said.

“The more we can give back, it’s only going to benefit us in the long run, so we try and get to as many things as we can.”

in the soccer club.”

Sunday’s event had a positive turnout from the community, sparking hope the club could one day compete among the best.

SWQ Thunder senior women’s head coach Tim Taylor is a Laidley local and met Laidley Lions president Kahel McAvan during flooding earlier this month.

“I was talking to Kahel when Laidley was having the floods, we were just going for a walk about the street and we saw the sign for sign-on day,” Taylor said.

“I live locally here so it’s nice to come and give back to the guys here and help get the club off the ground again.

“It’s a good start today, there’s a lot of kids here and hopefully the future’s bright.”

Taylor said Laidley was once a force to be reckoned

BY JACOB HAYDEN LAIDLEY Lions Soccer Club kickstarted 2024 with a Family Fun Day on Sunday February 11, welcoming junior players to sign up for the club’s first returning season.

Young soccer fans turned up at Laidley Showgrounds to play on an inflatable soccer field, get their faces painted, have a dagwood dog and meet A grade players and coaches from SWQ Thunder Football Club.

Treasurer Chris Lyon said the soccer club has a completely fresh team, keen to revive the club to its former glory after it closed in 2022.

“We went through a few meetings to work out how to get the club going again,” Lyon said.

“No one in the committee now has ever been involved

Little Laidley locals and SWQ Thunder Football Club players and coaches kicked some balls around in the inflatable soccer field at the Laidley Lions Soccer Club Family Fun Day. PHOTO: JACOB HAYDEN

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