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FLAGSTONE Creek State School welcomed Lockyer Valley Regional Council councillor Janice Holstein to present the leadership badges to the school’s Year 6 students on March 9.

Cr Holstein, a former student of the school, gave advice to the leaders and

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said communication is what makes great leadership.

“Leadership’s a very important role, and being a leader is about having good communication,” she said.

“From learning and listening to one another, communication is number one.”

Principal Rebecca Brown said leadership was all about

building relationships.

“Leadership is not about titles, positions or how many hours you work on a project,” she said.

“Leadership is about building relationships.” Seven new leaders were recognised as school leaders at the badge presentation.

KERLE Family Farm is preparing for a night of

On Saturday March 25,

Valley stars Billy Bridge Event organiser Norm

CROSS Lutheran Church month, signalling the end

The church extends an invitation to everyone

Assistant Bishop Ben celebrate over a century of ministry to the Mount

around Gatton has a

The constitution of the German Evangelical Lutheran Church of Mount

The church building later, on Sunday March 26,

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ed to other hospitals in the region amd the hospital reopened on Thursday

father of current member

country music and see

An electrical fault that West Moreton Health and thorough response to the emergency and the community for their West Moreton Health

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Flagstone Creek State School leaders with councillor Janice Holstein after receiving their leadership badges.

PHOTO: JESSE HAMILTON

RFS on the move

RURAL Fire Service (RFS) trucks from across Somerset will travel together on March 18 to visit towns scattered across the vast region.

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idents should not be worried if they see a line of yellow trucks this Saturday.

“If you see a line of yellow trucks, it’s all good… well, hopefully they’re not going to a

Push to keep bank doors open

Gatton branch.

AS THE Senate Inquiry into bank closures gets underway, politicians are urging locals to frequent their bank branches in a bid to keep the doors open.

Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz implored locals to ‘use it or lose it’ following the postponed closing of Westpac’s

“The clock is ticking on the temporary closure of the Westpac bank and it’s only the community and Westpac customers that can save it by re-engaging with the local branch,” Mr Buchholz said.

“Whilst customers are taking advantage of time

asking Westpac to monitor how long customers are

expected to wait in line for service at the branch.”

The Rural and RegionReferences Committee held inquiry in Sale, Victoria, on March 2.

Westpac and NAB both made opening statements.

The Westpac spokesperson said the bank’s move to

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by customer preference.

“Today, 96% of banking transactions are now done digitally,” they said.

They acknowledged not all customers were ready to move to digital banking.

“For a small minority, going into a bank branch is still preferred or necessary,” they said.

“That is why our Bank@ Post partnership is critical

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and at the core of our regional and rural service strategy.”

Member for Lockyer Jim McDonald said he and Mr Buchholz were making a case to Westpac for the Gatton branch to remain open ‘for the foreseeable future’.

“We are urging Westpac to conduct further investigations,” he said.

The inquiry report is due by December 1.

“They’re just doing an orientation run around the Somer-

Mrs Munro said the unique exercise would allow brigades at opposite ends of the region to see how other brigades operate.

“It’s to give them a bit of orientation about the rest of

“For example if Moore-Linville are called down to Fernvale to help, they have some idea of what facilities there are

The tour will end with all trucks at the Esk SES depot.

You are invited to attend a workshop on social performance and sustainability relating to the Gowrie to Helidon project.

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Social performance and sustainability workshop

Thursday 16 March 2023 6:00pm–8:00pm

Gowrie Junction Progress Association Hall, Gowrie Junction

What is social performance?

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The workshop will involve a short presentation per topic followed by a question-andanswer session and group discussions. Please join us to discuss upcoming workforce development and business opportunities, and to share with us your priorities for community projects. Please

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Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz (right) urges Westpac customers to use the Gatton branch in a bid to keep it open while the Senate Inquiry into bank closures in regional Australia is underway.

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BY GRACE CRICHTON

Song quest unearths trove of

Sammy, from Coominya, won the best original song for ‘The Revolution Song’, a call to think for yourself and use your voice for positive change.

“I honestly didn’t think I was going to win,” she said.

“It felt amazing, it was shocking really.”

Six performers competed in the who participated in two heats in February.

Sammy won $1000 sponsored by A.J.’s Mowing and Cleaning Services and her song will be recorded at the Barn Studio and produced by Grammy-award winning sound engineer John Hudson, and potentially played on River 94.9.

Rheanna Leschke won best cover and $1000 prize money for her energetic performance of ‘Proud

Mary’.

The inaugural song competition was a chance for musicians to share their art with a home crowd.

“To be able to see the original music that’s coming out of the local area, that is super cool,” Rheanna said.

“Song writing is something that, for me, it’s in your bones.

“You just feel like you’re supposed to do it.”

Lissa Kay took home the crowd favourite prize, also with $1000 prize money, for her touching and personal performance of ‘The Rose’.

Lissa said she went into the

comtion not to win.

“I just wanted to touch people’s hearts,” she said.

“I know I’ve got something to give.”

Judges Ilija Dugandzic and Drew Chapman from River 94.9 alongside Lockyer Valley Regional Council Mayor Tanya Milligan had

Owners reminded to lock up dogs

ENERGEX is urging people to put their dogs behind appropriate fencing after another dog attack on a meter reader earlier this year.

Energex general manager of customer operations Cloe Kernick said despite increasing awareness, they were still seeing incidents where dogs were not properly restrained.

the unenviable task of picking the three winners.

Drew said the talent was ‘amazing’ and it was hard to reach the

“It was pretty easy to narrow down who the close ones were at the end but to put them into the he said.

Among the originals, he said ‘The Revolution Song’ was a ‘stand-out’.

“It was all very strong, lyrically very strong, amazing voice, it all came into it,” Drew said.

“Despite heightened awareness around safe entry, unfortunately we are still seeing incidents where dogs have been able to escape and pose a threat to our people and others in the community,” she said.

Mrs Kernick said Energex’s 24/7 Customer Self Service portal was a resource for dog owners.

“Customers can... register for the day before their scheduled meter read, and update their dog details so that we are aware of any changes at their property,”

Performers, judges, and sponsors at the Harvest-ival Grand Final, the inaugural song quest by Spirit of the Valley Events.

INSET: Tahnee Georgia.

PHOTOS: GRACE CRICHTON

Inclusive planning for disasters

BY GRACE CRICHTON

WHAT IS your disaster management plan?

There is no one plan to suit everybody, especially for people with special needs.

Queenslanders with Disability Network (QDN) ran workshops in Gatton, Esk, and Withcott last week to help people with special needs and their carers start working on their personal disaster management plan.

According to QDN, people with disability are more vulnerable to hazard events and are up to four times more likely to die during disasters than others.

Workshop facilitator

Robert Ellis said people with disability could not be left out in times of emergencies.

“They’re the ones who need to be prepared because it’s going to be an overwhelming experience if it is a disaster,” he said.

Mr Ellis said the plans

they formulate would include things like getting ready, where they would go, what to take, and would they stay in their home or leave.

Mr Ellis has run these workshops for two years and said people with special

needs can ‘slip through the cracks’ in times of disasters.

“This is one of the reasons why they have spent a lot of money on these projects because those people are getting left behind,” he said.

“They haven’t got the

ability to know what’s happening.

“There’s a lot more awareness now than there was before.

“The government’s stepping up now and saying, ‘we hadn’t thought about this and

Council updates

LOCKYER

Emergent works completed

THE emergent works phase of recovery from the May 2022 weather event is now complete, with more than 70 roadworks undertaken.

LVRC infrastructure crews will now move their focus to the Reconstruction of Essential Public Assets program. Vegetation clearing LVRC is reminding residents and developers to seek approval and check legal requirements for clearing vegetation.

Visit LVRC’s interactive planning scheme mapping: eplanning.lvrc.qld.gov.au/ Pages/Plan/Map.aspx

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SES memorial

there should be more of it’.”

The workshops are part of the Building Inclusive Disaster Resilient Communities (BIDRC) project.

For more information, including dates of future workshops, visit qdn.org.au

Medicare UCCS for Ipswich and Toowoomba

MEDICARE Urgent Care Clinics (UCCs) will be coming to 11 locations across Queensland in 2023, including Ipswich and Toowoomba.

EOIs for the UCCs opened February 24, and are expected to be operational this year.

Federal Minister for Health and Aged Care Mark Butler said the UCCs would be located in areas of need across the state

and offer bulk-billed treatment for non-life threatening conditions every day 8am-10pm.

“Medicare UCCs will offer thousands of Queenslanders an alternative to long waits in emergency departments with urgent but non-life-threatening conditions,” Minister Butler said.

“This will help to take the pressure off the emergency department in

the Ipswich Hospital, and improve access to health care for people in Ipswich, as well as the Somerset Region and Lockyer Valley.”

State Members for Nanango and Lockyer, Deb Frecklington and Jim McDonald, welcomed the efforts but said the beneand relevant to those who live close to Toowoomba and Ipswich.

“Unfortunately our regional areas always seem to miss out on these city-based initiatives,” Ms Frecklington said.

“The Federal Government needs to remove restrictions and provide incentives for more doctors and other health professionals to come to our regions,” Mr McDonald said.

Federal Member for Blair Shayne Neumann

for years to make it easier for people in Ipswich, the Somerset Region and Karana Downs area to access high quality healthcare.

“I know this project is a very high priority for the Priority Health Network… and I expect to see this new clinic up and running from 2023-24,” Mr Neumann said.

JACOB HAYDEN

SRC will recognise the important work of the SES and honour the life of Merryl Dray, who passed in the line of duty, with a memorial at Lowood Park.

It will include two picnic shelters and signage about Merryl’s life, the SES and local Flood recovery works SRC has been working damage following the 2022 recovery works.

36 submissions have been approved by the QRA, jointly funded by the DRFA and an additional 13 repair submissions are waiting approval. New solar projects

Rooftop solar will soon to be installed on 11 SRC facilities, funded by Local Government Grants and Subsidies Program, SES Subsidy Program and SEQ Community.

Participants at the Queenslanders with Disability Network workshop in Gatton worked on building a disaster management plan to suit themselves and their needs.

PHOTO: GRACE CRICHTON

there’s cows there, we’ll chase them’

BY JESSE HAMILTON

THE 2023 Toogoolawah

Campdraft turned on an impressive showing this year.

Despite lousy weather, the Campdraft brought a bright atmosphere with plenty of action across the three-day event from March 10-12.

The opening day commemorated the late Peter Little with the Peter Little Memorial Restricted Open Draft.

The Little family has a long history of service to the Toogoolawah Show Society, with Peter Little being the chief steward of prime cattle for 20 years.

Peter’s son Tom Little said no matter the conditions, the Little family plan to keep coming along.

“We’ve been doing it for a few generations,” he said.

“Depending on the weather and how the ground holds

up… if there’s cows there, we’ll chase them.”

The Campdraft continued to the Saturday where Luke Coleman won the David and Gordon Gloag Memorial Novice with his aptly named

horse Remember the Rain.

Rider Jamie Gray won the open Campdraft on Sunday, putting together three exceptional rounds to take home the trophy.

Committee President Vern

Tent Hill Lower State School

Plant trees with BVKL

BRISBANE Valley – Kilcoy Landcare (BVKL) invites everyone to join them to help plant koala food and shelter trees on the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail at Harvey Road, Yimbun, on Sunday March 19 or Saturday 25 March from 8am-11am.

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Doyle said despite the weather, the committee managed to carry out the entire event.

“A big thank you goes out to our competitors who rode three days straight in the mud with no complaints,” he said.

Over 700 trees will be planted to honour the late Queen Elizabeth and to create a canopy of eucalypts that can be used by koalas and other native fauna, and enjoyed by everyone in the community.

BVLK president Murray Oke said they hoped to plant 400 trees in pre-dug

holes on March 19.

“The following weekend… we’re collaborating with the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail Users Association to plant more eucalypts,” Mr Oke said.

“If you’re a cyclist or walker you might want to ride or walk to the planting site at Harvey Road.”

There’s a social ride from Toogoolawah to Harvey Road at 7.30am on Saturday March 25.

The Picnic Society’s coffee cart will be on site.

Call Murray on 0474211682, visit: brisbanealleykilcoylandcare. net.au

FOOD & DRINKS STALLS

RAFFLE BAKE SALE

MARKET STALLS RIDES

CRAFT ACTIVITY

9:30am - 4pm FREEENTRY CASHSOMEONLY STALLS

FACE PAINTING GAMES ENTERTAINMENT

HISTORICAL DISPLAY AND MUCH MORE...

ABOVE: Tom and Helen Little with Helen’s brother Ned Perrett, John Dohle and Rose Gold the horse.

ABOVE INSET: Troy McSweenie kept his composure through the wet weather on Friday March 10 to come second in the Peter Little Memorial Restricted Open, with 178 points riding Electric Duck.

PHOTOS: JACOB HAYDEN

Tree plantings will be held by BVKL in Yimbun on March 19 and 25.

PHOTO: FILE

‘If

Fire ant treatment is safe

Have you ever used flea treatment on your pets or mosquito control around your home?

The product being used to eradicate fire ants from Australia contains the exact same active ingredients but at a lower concentration.

The treatment is not a poison. It is tried, tested and approved by the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) and is safe for humans and animals when used according to the label and APVMA permits.

First found in Brisbane in 2001, fire ants are a category 1 restricted matter (Biosecurity Act 2014). While only 2–6 mm in size, fire ants can destroy crops, damage machinery, and render paddocks, parks, playgrounds and backyards unusable. They have the potential to cost the Australian economy.

The National Fire Ant Eradication Program has a challenging but very important job to do, and we are currently working in parts of the Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim, Somerset and Ipswich local government areas.

So what does eradication involve?

Fire ant expert and entomologist Dr Ross Wylie says we are eradicating fire ants using the best available methods internationally.

“Eradication involves treating targeted areas multiple times, over

several years with an insect growth regulator. We can’t just treat once or twice, we need to keep coming back. This is part of the plan,” says Dr Wylie.

“There could be nests on your property or on a neighbouring property and you may not even know it.”

Treatment is delivered between September and June using helicopters, utility terrain vehicles, and handheld spreaders on smaller, more easily accessible areas.

“The treatment we use consists of small pieces of corn grit soaked in soybean oil which contains a low concentration of insect growth regulator.

If she can't replenish her workforce to look after her, she and the colony will eventually die,” says Dr Wylie.

The product contains pyriproxyfen, which is registered for use with horticultural crops—for treating whiteflies and scale insects—as well as animal flea collars, fly control spray and pest and parasite management for horses and cattle.

Our eradication treatment contains minimal insecticide. With 5 g of insecticide within each kg, the active ingredient equates to only 0.5% of the total product.

For a 500 m² block, just 100 g of product would be applied containing only 1/2 g of the active ingredient. On a 10 ac (4 ha) property, 8 kg of the product would be applied containing only 40 g of insecticide.

This ensures minimal impact on flora and fauna, and little chance for animals to source enough of the treatment product to negatively affect their health.

An animal, for example a horse, would need to consume every single granule sprinkled on a 3,333 m² property to be impacted by the treatment.

Even then, the low concentration of active ingredient has minimal effect, and the granules sink deep into the grass making it practically impossible for any animal that isn’t a fire ant to detect each piece.

On limited occasions we also use a product containing S-methoprene when treating near waterways. We do this to

protect aquatic life, as S-methoprene has been shown to have a lower effect on aquatic animals.

The presence of fire ants in our environment is a much greater risk to local wildlife, pets and farm animals than the treatment itself.

By following the product application guidelines and permit requirements, we can protect the people and animals within our treatment area.

It is vital we treat every property, whether you see signs of fire ants or not. Just one missed nest could be the difference between reinfestation and further spread, jeopardising our eradication efforts.

We all have a role to play in protecting Australia from fire ants, and we can achieve eradication if we work together.

Visit fireants.org.au or call 13 25 23 for more information.

FIRE ANTS HAVE OTHER PLANS FOR YOUR YARD

Eradication treatment is the only proven way to eliminate fire ants from our landscape and protect the Australia we know and love.

It essentially acts as ‘the pill’ for ants, preventing the fire ant queen from reproducing workers.

Fire ants are a much greater risk to animals, humans, the environment and the Australian economy than the treatment itself

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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY

Local art on parade at Ma Ma Creek women’s dinner

BY GRACE CRICHTON

THE ANNUAL Ma Ma Creek International Women’s Day dinner brought innovation, creativity, and art to the fore on March 8.

The main event of the evening was a parade of wearable art created by local women.

With a focus on recycling and upcycling, the creators used non-conventional materials including chicken wire, teabag strings, bread packet clips, tarpaulins, and bubble wrap, to create striking and innovative pieces.

Event organiser Diane Guthrie said the theme of ‘innovation’ was hatched after seeing a similar upcycled show in Brisbane with fellow event organisers Maree Rosier and Eva Schmidt.

“What has been amazing about that journey has been the creativity that it’s released in at least 11 women and we hope that it actually stimulates

a whole lot more too,” Diane said.

modelled in front of the crowd.

Colleen Fitzgerald, Megan Bourne, Maree Rosier, Maz Gibson, Theresa Miers, Chris

Duncan, Diane Guthrie, Trina Markland, Barbara Ryan, and Izumy Rosa Hirakata, contributed wearable art creations for the parade.

Diane said the night was a chance to celebrate International Women’s Day with

First female CEO on workplace diversity

friends.

Ma celebrations are really about being with our mates, meeting new mates, and importantly, what women forget to do, is have belly laughs, lots of belly laughs.”

INTERNATIONAL Women’s Day was celebrated in Gatton at the Lockyer Valley Regional Council’s annual breakfast at the Shire Hall on March 8. The guest speaker was Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) CEO Alison Smith, who shared her experiences in several traditionally male-dominated industries.

Ms Smith said diversity in the workplace was vital to conquering groupthink. “We can bring a lens that our male counterparts cannot necessarily do,” she said.

“Having women in the workforce, indeed in leadership, is really important. “It doesn’t matter whether it’s a traditional male environment or not.”

GRACE CRICHTON

New Year, new you? Simple tips to keep health on track

HOW ARE we going with our new year’s resolutions?

Every year, people decide

and healthier, have more energy and stamina, lose weight, and live less stressful lives.

For women, the challenge often are the ones juggling

our own health needs, as well as those of loved ones and in some cases the wider community.

The good news is there are some simple steps we can take towards our healthy lifestyle goals.

1. Reduce our sugar drinks, chocolates, lollies

and sugary foods. There are healthier alternatives out there, sugar free food and drinks, or better still fresh fruit, vegetables, nuts and yoghurts.

2. Yes, fresh is best. Nothjuice or smoothie in the morning. Make sure to add leafy greens, cucumber,

LAIDLEY FAMILY DOCTORS

beetroot or carrot.

3. Water – drink enough to be hydrated but not too much that we lose essential vitamins and minerals. Include electrolytes if spending a lot of time being active or outside in the heat.

4. Activity – spend at least twenty minutes, three times a week moving our

bodies.

project that captures our passion and imagination.

6. Emotional mindset - when we are suffering stress, anxiety or depres-

ical health also deteriorates. It is all about balance. We don’t have to ignore our

own health and wellbeing for the needs of others.

7. Tuning in to the monthly cycle of life, the changing months and seasons, it is all about tuning in to our intuition and doing what it best for our mind, body and spirit.

CONTRIBUTED BY SARAH LEWIN, NATUROPATH

Ma Ma Creek’s International Women’s Day Dinner featured a parade of wearable art created by local women.

PHOTO: GRACE CRICHTON

Guest speaker Alison Smith (centre) with Lockyer Valley Regional Council councillors and CEO at the International Women’s Day Breakfast.

PHOTO: GRACE CRICHTON

Magpies take pride in Mount Marrow

A WORD FROM OUR SCHOOL CAPTAINS

THERE are so many great things about Mount Marrow State School!

All the students and teachers are encouraging and supportive of everything you do.

An advantage of being a small school is that everyone knows each other and are friendly and kind.

Our school is always neat and clean and we have lovely gardens.

At the moment we are growing corn, tomatoes and beans for our science class.

There are always plenty of opportunities for learning and fun such as the upcoming writing competition and STEM course and we are all looking forward to the excursion to the museum and Brisbane Parliament House.

Sophie Broadhead (School Captain) and Ayla Cummins (Vice Captain)

MINI MAGPIES PLAYGROUP

Playgroup is a unique early childhood service that fosters connection between children and their parents and assists in child development, paren-ty cohesion.

Mount Marrow Mini Magpies Playgroup is held every fortnight on Wednesdays, 9:00-10:30am.

Parents and carers stay and

play with their children to establish the vital bonds needed in the critical early years of childhood development.

Parents and their children aged 0-5 years are welcome to attend, please contact us to

ABOUT MOUNT MARROW STATE SCHOOL

Mount Marrow State School is a small, semi-rural

school west of Ipswich with a maximum enrolment of 70 students.

Our very positive school

culture is a direct result of our Mount Marrow Way behaviour program. We believe that students

come to school to learn and we have very high expectations for all of our students with regard to their behaviour

We support all our students to be Safe, Responsible and Respectful through a structured program and recognition of positive behaviours.

This positive climate allows our focus to remain on learning throughout the day. experienced professionals who provide a wonderful learning environment for our students.

They work collaboratively and take a keen interest in using high-impact teaching

strategies and maintain high expectations for all students in our inclusive classrooms.

Our teachers are role-models of life-long learning asknowledge and classroom practice.

At Mount Marrow we are proud of the high standards our students achieve in academic, cultural and sporting pursuits.

Let Mount Marrow State School be your school of choice. Contact us today to mtmarrowss.eq.edu.au

Next week: Mount Tarampa State School

MT MARROW STATE SCHOOL

ABOVE: Mount Marrow State School leaders Ayla Cummins (School Vice Captain), and Sophie Broadhead (School Captain). LEFT: Mount Marrow students have represented the school at local, regional and state level sporting events.

Mount Marrow students are growing corn, tomatoes and beans for their science class. PHOTOS: MT MARROW SS

Solid results for 13th Annual Charnelle Charolais Invitational Sale

With the seasonal conditions dry for this time of year, and the softening of the commercial cattle market, we were delighted to see a really good crowd gather for the 13th. Annual Charnelle Charolais Invitational Female & Genetics line up of cattle and spirited buying we were very happy with the solid result.

Many heartfelt thanks to all buyers, all bidders, all the good wishes, and other interested parties, as well as the whole team at Elders and Elite Livestock Auctions.

Some Highlights include:

5/5 Cows & Calves average:

$10,400, Top $14,000 Lot 9 Calmview Festoon P76E sold account Taylor Livestock - Buyer NM

Ferme Platinum Livestock SA.

3/3 Mature cows PTIC average:

$4000, Top $4000. 31/35 PTIC

Heifers average: $5258, Top $9500 Lot 26 Bauhinia Park Flame 15 – sold account Ryan & Rachel Holzwart - Buyer Tony

25/29 Unjoined heifer’s average:

$4280, top $8000 Lot 22 Chal-

lambi Estella S42 account Nigel

Spink - Buyer Charnelle Charolais

3/3 Bulls 10 - 11 months average: $4666, Top $5500 Jay Tees account Judy Turner - Buyer

1/1 Flush only lot 84 Charnelle Emma (P) GKA E50E sold for $7500 account Charnelle Charolais - Buyer Gavin Russell, Callanish Charolais WA.

74/96 Embryos average: $1004, Top $2000/ per embryo Lot 91

Two embryos Charnelle Emma

Charnelle Charolais - Buyer Mela-

425 Straws of semen sold to average $88 per straw, topping at $800/ straw for 8 straws of Tatten-

Juandah Charolais.

Vendor Highlights: Bauhinia Park sold two heifers to average $8500. Judy Turner sold 11 head topping at $12,000 for lot 1 Jay

average and 8 straws of semen

for a $800 average. Charnelle sold 14 head for a $5285 average topping at $8000 for lot 12 Charnelle Friesia 30 S33E selling to Ryan & Rachel Holzwart.

Embryo highlights: Charnelle Charolais also sold 48/64 embryos for a $1177 average topping at $2000 for Johnny (P)(FF) x Charnelle Emma E40E (2) selling to Charnelle embryo selling highlight in Australia of embryos sired by new Canadian Sire SCX Jehu.

20 embryos went under the hammer by Jehu and averaged $1500/ embryo, topping at $1900 and sold to Melanie Fink for four out of the stylish Charnelle Digna 175 (P)

Other semen highlights: 100 straws of semen from HRJ Fan Livestock WA averaged $137.50 TE, SJ & CE Peters and Berwick 5 head. Little Gem Charolais, W & S Appleton, Lagoonview & Michael Coleman each took home 4 head.

PHOTO (ABOVE): SCX Jehu – sire of 20 embryos averaging $1500 per embryo in the sale.

(RIGHT): Charnelle Emma E50E

– Dam of the highest priced embryos at $2000 per embryo and achieved a Flush Only price of $7500.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF CHARNELLE CHAROLAIS

PHOTO (LEFT): Lot 40, a pre- one of the high sellers of the sale. (BELOW): Some of the 6 challenge averaged $7333 in the sale.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF CHARNELLE CHAROLAIS

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Lifetime service to motorsport honoured

BY GRACE CRICHTON

FOUR decades of passion and commitment to motorsports was recognised for Derek Pingel last month.

Mr Pingel was awarded Life Membership by Motorsports Australia in Melbourne at the Australian Motorsport Awards ceremony on February 18.

It was an honour he ‘never expected’.

“It was very special,” he said.

“I’d never ever thought about it, and to think that they would honour you for something you did that was a passion all your life, was just icing on the cake.

“It was so amazing.”

Mr Pingel began his motorsport career as a driver in 1979.

He won the Formula 4000 Australian Driver Championship in 2006, the peak open-wheeler category in Australia.

At 48 years old, he returned to the series, determined to take home the gold star which eluded him in 1988 when he came run-

ner-up.

“I had to go back and win it because I had been runner up twice and I just had to, it was something I had to do,” he said.

Life membership is awarded for commitment, passion, and service to motorsport.

Mr Pingel only recently stepped down from his 20 years as president of the Short Circuit Motorsport Association on the Darling Downs, where he mentored young drivers, including his son Brendon.

“They evolved and became national and international champions as a result of that training ground,” he said.

Brendon won the Australian Driver Champion in 2005 and the pair are the only father-son racers to have won the same title.

Mr Pingel’s racing career has always been a ‘family

His daughter, Rachel, was his manager when he won his ultimate title.

“She was the manager when we won the Formula 4000 Australian Drivers time she ever went to the racetrack to watch me, she was six months old,” Mr Pingel said.

He described the support from his family as ‘extraordinary’.

“My wife has been just amazing, through everything we’ve gone through,” he said.

Mr Pingel said his life membership honours everyone who has been by his side throughout his career.

“There’s been many other people throughout the country and the world that we’ve been involved with, they all played a part in it,” he said.

“But integral to it is your family.

“They deserve it, they’re part of it.”

Derek Pingel with his daughter Rachel at the Australian Motorsport Awards ceremony, where he was presented with life Membership.

INSET: Mr Pingel rounding the last corner to win the Australian Formula 4000 National Drivers Championship in 2006. PHOTOS: CONTRIBUTED

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ACROSS

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18 When one mocks, one does what (6)

19 What are transpositions of the letters of words or sentences (8)

20 To disinter, is to do what (6)

21 Name an alternative term for a photograph (8)

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IN YET another blow to borrowers, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) rose the cash rate by 25 basis points from 3.35% to 3.6% on Tuesday March 7.

It is the tenth interest rate rise since May 2022, an approach the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) said was putting a serious

REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella said it was concerning the cash rate rise was happenwith ten out of ten consecutive rises and little impact to

“You’ve got to be wondering when the RBA might stop and think whether this approach is still the right course of action, because while theytion via these consistent rate hikes, it’s clearly not working,” Ms Mercorella said.

She noted the RBA had being driven by supply side matters.

“Energy costs, lack of

new land supply and natural disaster impacts are all large Mercorella said.

“Interest rate increases do nothing to address the cost-of-living crisis that these factors are driving.”

Ms Mercorella said it was time for all levels of govern-

ment to address the productivity constraints on the economy that are meaning-

“New roads, dams, increased land supply and infrastructure all need to be addressed urgently,” she said.

“By investing in infrastruc-

ture this will reduce the cost of doing business and theregrowth.”

Ms Mercorella acknowledged the pain being felt by mortgage holders.

“Around 80% of Australian mortgage holders have variable loans, which is one

of the highest percentages in the world,” she said.

“As a result, our economy is particularly susceptible to rate increases.”

Ms Mercorella warned mortgage holders were not the only people who would action.

“It’s important to understand that increasing interest rates have an impact on all of us,” she said.

“Whether you are a renter or running a business, we’re all going to feel the pain of these continual interest rate hikes.”

Ms Mercorella said buyers taking out loans in Queensland in January was the lowest in a decade, group is now having entering the market.

“Meanwhile, loans for owner occupiers were below pre-COVID levels, highlighting the negative impact the messaging around rate increases is having on both buyers and sellers alike,” she said.

“While the conduct of the the ire of the community, the reality is that the RBA can only act within the constrained limits of its charter and its objectives.”

The Reserve Bank of Australia rose the cash rate by 25 basis points for the tenth consecutive interest rate rise since May 2022

MOORE WEEKLY STARS

March 13-19, 2023

ARIES

This week Mars (your power planet) squares Neptune, the Sun and Mercury. Which could increase your impatience. Rational, reasonable Rams will simmer down, take a few deep breaths, and transform your exasperation into red hot creativity and vigorous physical activity. Wisdom for the week is from birthday great, lawyer and jurist Ruth Bader Ginsburg: “You can disagree without being disagreeable.”

TAURUS

Venus (your ruler) shifts into Taurus, so you’ll cynics and dazzle the doubters. If you’re attached, it’s time to rejuvenate the relationship with some good old-fashioned romance. Single Bulls – you could meet your soulmate while you’re doing routine daily chores … like grocery shopping or walking the dog. But watch your luxury-loving urge to splurge doesn’t spin out of control via a spontaneous spending spree.

GEMINI

With gung-ho Mars still in Gemini, your week. The Sun, Mercury, Saturn and Neptune also set the stage for a career upgrade. (But your tendency to over-talk and overshare could get you into trouble – especially if you professional relationship, you may feel as if you’re going backwards. Compromise and patience will set you on the road to a satisfying long-term solution.

CANCER

With no less than six planets activating your career and aspirations zones, it’s time to have ambitious dreams and set Humungous Goals. Stop procrastinating and, instead, ask yourself an important question: “Do I need to tweak my dreams to make them a more yourself, be authentic and reach for the stars! But you may feel rather crabby on Thursday and shortens your patience.

LEO

This week the Sun (your patron planet) links up with Neptune in the gentle, mystical sign of Pisces. So slow down and calm down, Cats! Tap into your imaginative, intuitive, spiritual side. Dream a special dream that will propel you into a magical future. And aim to surround yourself with family and friends who support and encourage your aspirations. So your motto is from birthday great, actress Glenn Close: “Be aware of your inner voice and follow it.”

VIRGO

Attached Virgo – is your relationship stuck inspective, as you view your lover in a promising (and realistic) new light. Single Virgo – are you or Princess is waiting in the wings, but you and romantic declarations in the moonlight.

LIBRA

With lucky Venus and prosperous Jupiter in your partnership zone, this week is all about cosy companionship, inspired collaboration and generous joint ventures. The more you focus on the needs of loved ones (and the more you cooperate with others) the happier everyone will be. However – with Mars increasing your impatience – take extra care when driving, travelling and talking (don’t speed, double-check your itinerary, and don’t pass on garrulous gossip).

SCORPIO

You’ll feel more inspired than usual, as the planets stimulate your self-expression zone. Use the power of your imagination to solve problems and soar into higher realms of creativity. Your motto for the week is from birthday great Albert Einstein: “Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.” Love and friendship are favoured on Thursday, and the weekend’s a great time to organise a neighbourhood get-together or a romantic rendezvous.

SAGITTARIUS

Are you confused about which path to follow nightly dreams. They are full of creative ideas and symbolic wisdom that can lead you in the right direction. Painters, artists, writers, musicians and performers will feel particularly inspired as Venus, Jupiter and Saturn boost creativity and productivity. Some Sagittarians will bump into a lover from the past. But do you really want to travel down that rocky road

CAPRICORN

Family matters and domestic DIY projects are favoured this week, as lucky Venus and prosperous Jupiter navigate their way through

ing you to come up with the goods so get creative! For many Capricorns, luck and family effort you put into education, communication and social media, the more successful you’ll be.

AQUARIUS

The Sun, Mercury, Saturn and Neptune are all take their own course seems tempting but you need to keep up to speed with money then it will pay off handsomely further down the track, as you replace short-term whims with wise long-term strategies. Slow down on Thursday and Friday, otherwise you could do something rash or say something stupid.

PISCES

Perceptive Pisceans have an uncanny sixth sense and you’ll be using it in spades as the Sun, Mercury, Saturn and Neptune all meander through your sign. You’ll feel increasingly inspired, compassionate and/or spiritually inclined. So, it’s the perfect time to break out the paint brushes, dance in the moonlight, help someone in need or explore a new spiritual practice. The Sun/Mercury/Neptune hook-ups particularly highlight creativity and healing.

COPYRIGHT Joanne Madeline Moore 2023

MARCH

Thu Mar 16

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

Sat Mar 18

Lowood Slimmer Bus Trip Kingsley Grove Winery, pizza lunch, p/u Gatton 7am, Plainland 7.15am, Lowood 7.30am. 54261468

Afternoon Melodies Gatton COTA Seniors, 1pm-4.30pm, cost $5. 0439030677

Trivia Night Lowood Bowls Club, 6.30pm for 7pm, overs 16s only, entrance $10pp, teams of 8, licensed bar, BYO nibbles, supper provided, raffles, prizes, presented by Lions Club of Lowood, 0459241041

Marburg Dance St Patrick s Dance, 7pm-11pm Marburg Show Hall, Rae Blinco 0409481681

Sun Mar 19

My Local Market Plainland Porters Plainland Hotel, 7am-12pm, fresh produce, art, preserves, plants, handmade children s clothing, live music.

Tree Planting Brisbane Valley-Kilcoy Landcare, 8am-11am, Harvey Rd north of Toogoolawah, wear enclosed shoes, bring a hat and subscreen, 0474211681 or Brisbane Valley-Kilcoy Landcare website/Facebook page.

Glenore Grove Country Music St Patrick s Day Shindig 12pm-4pm, Glenore Grove Hall, $7 entry, come dressed in green, afternoon tea provided, BYO lunch, lucky door prizes, raffles, tea & coffee, live band and walk-up artists, everybody welcome 0418875939

Sat Mar 25

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

Forest Hill Annual Artisan s Gathering Forest Hill School of Arts Hall, local artisans, handcrafted goods, plants, cooking and baking, woodwork, lapidary, guest speakers, art society, coffee, sausage sizzle, much more, funds raised support Leukaemia Foundation. 0402085260

Lowood Cent Auction Lowood RSL, doors open 12pm starts 1pm, afternoon tea after auction, 0409343446

Sun March 26

Colours of the Lockyer Arts & Culture Festival Ferrari Park Laidley, 10am-3pm, all day live entertainment, free workshops, food trucks, talent quest & more, 0448326246

Back to Townson Day Crosby Park Townson, BYO lunch and chairs, from 10.30am, 54667159

Esk Community Choir presents Kyrie Classic with special guests

Brisbane Concert Choir, Women in Harmony Toowoomba, Blackbutt Singers, Something to Sing About Laidley, Somerset Civic Centre Esk, 2.30pm, tickets from SCC Box Office 54242713

APRIL

Sat Apr 1

Lowood Spudds & Dudds B&S Lowood Showgrounds, 9am to midnight, bands Jeremy Turner and Tori Drake, day activities circles, 4x4 pull off and rev off from 12. 0432164225

Marburg Dance Easter Dance, 7pm11pm Marburg Show Hall, Diamonds 0409481681

Sun Apr 2

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

Country Music Concert Gatton Seniors Centre, 1.30pm-4.30pm, walk-ups welcome, afternoon tea supplied, lucky door and raffles, entry $5. 0439030677

Mon Apr 3

Easter Tombola QCWA Glenore Grove, 9.30am for 10am start, homemade morning tea, $5 entry, tombola ticket $1/sheet, lots of prizes, raffle, lucky door prizes, held at Glenore Grove QCWA rooms. RSVP appreciated 0459320538

Tue Apr 11-16

Marburg Art Group Exhibition Green Shed Community Centre, 112 Queen St Marburg

Sat Apr 15

Afternoon Melodies Gatton Cota Seniors,1pm-4.30pm cost $5. 0439030677

Snake Safety & Snake Bite Management Hattonvale State School, 5pm7.30pm, $5 per ticket, available on Eventbrite.

Marburg Dance 7pm-11pm Marburg

Show Hall, $15, Rae Blinco 0409481681

Fri Apr 21

Ambitious April Challenge Paint pouring with Bill, 9.30am-12.30pm, Rosewood Community Art Group, Girl Guides Hut 79 Matthew St Rosewood, limited numbers please register 0754641544

Tue Apr 25

Anzac Day Check with your local RSL or council for services and parades.

Sat Apr 29

Withcott Community Markets Steve Jones Community Hall (Meadows Rd & Honan St), 8am-12pm. 0437841704

MAY

Fri May 5

Marvelous May Challenge Sketching with charcoal with Bev and Judith, Rosewood Community Art Group, Girl Guides Hut 79 Matthew St Rosewood, 9.30am12.30pm, 0754641544

Sat May 6

Flora 4 Fauna Volunteer Program 8.30am-12.30pm, 16 Wilkinson Plc Grantham, for those interesting in volunteering and learning about Australian bush foods, bush medicines, and more. RSVP email flora4faunaqld@gmail.com

ABC News.

7.30 The Larkins. 8.20 Under The Vines. 9.05 Grantchester. 9.55 Traces. 10.40 Miniseries: Time. 11.45 Rage.

5.00 Rage.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Gardening Aust. 2.30 The Larkins.

3.20 Griff’s Canadian Adventure. 4.10 Grand Designs: The Streets. 5.00 Art Works. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.

6.30 Compass. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.30 Miniseries: In Our Blood. 9.20 Rampant: How A City Stopped A Plague. 10.20 Queerstralia. 11.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Ultimate Bowls 2022. Event 2. Final. 3.00 Surf Life Saving. Super Surf Teams League.

3.30 Trampoline World Cup Series.

4.30 Still Running. 5.30 The Abyss: The Rise And Fall Of The Nazis. 6.30 News. 7.35 The World’s Most Beautiful Landscapes. 8.30 Britain’s Scenic Railways. 9.25 Britain’s Most Luxurious Hotels. 10.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Australian ProMX Championship. Round 2. 4.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Paris-Nice Race. Highlights. 5.00 Going Places. 5.30 The Abyss: The Rise And Fall Of The Nazis. 6.30 News. 7.30 Bettany Hughes: Treasures Of Jordan. 8.30 Lost City Of Gaul: Unearthing Bibracte. 9.30 Edward VIII: Britain’s Traitor King. 10.25 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Horse Racing. Golden Slipper Day and AllStar Mile Race Day. 5.00 News. 5.30 Creek To Coast. 6.00 News. 7.00 Football. AFL. Round 1. Gold Coast Suns v Sydney. 10.00 MOVIE: Hitman: Agent 47. (2015) 12.00 Mighty Ships. 1.00 Travel Oz. 1.30 Harry’s Practice. 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 Get Arty. 5.00 House Of Wellness.

Morning Programs. 1.00 MOVIE: Beetlejuice. (1988) 3.00 The Chase.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Living Proof. 1.30 My Way. 2.00 MOVIE: Pretty In Pink. (1986) 4.00 Destination Australia. 4.30 Garden Gurus. 5.00 News. 5.30 Getaway. 6.00 News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Space Invaders. 8.30 MOVIE: Bridesmaids. (2011) 10.55 MOVIE: The House. (2017) 12.35 From Hell: Caught On Camera. 1.30 Late Programs.

Bull. 1.30 Late Programs.

5.30pm

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Heartbeat. (PG, R)

8.45 Foyle’s War. (M, R)

10.55 Frankie Drake Mysteries. (M, R)

11.55 Cities Of The Underworld. (PG, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Father Brown. (M, R)

8.30 Murdoch Mysteries. (M)

9.30 Kavanagh QC. (M, R)

11.15 Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R)

12.15 Father Brown. (M, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Border Security USA. (PG, R)

8.00 Border Patrol. (PG, R)

8.30 Escape To The Country.

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

6.30 The Highland Vet. (PG)

7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG)

8.30 Escape To The Country. (R)

9.30 I Escaped To The Country. (PG)

10.30 Vintage Roads: Great And Small. (PG, R)

6.30 Border Patrol. (PG, R)

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

8.30 Heathrow. (PG) 9.30 Chris Tarrant’s Extreme Railways. (PG, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Doc Martin. (PG, R)

8.30 Inspector Morse. (M, R)

10.50 Air Crash Investigations. (PG, R)

11.50 Gold Digger. (M, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Call The Midwife. (M, R)

8.45 The Inspector Lynley Mysteries. (M, R)

10.45 A Confession. (M, R)

11.45 Call The Midwife. (M, R)

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG, R)

8.30 Motorbike Cops. (PG, R)

9.30 Motorway Patrol. (PG, R)

10.30 Surveillance Oz. (PG, R)

6.00pm Football. AFL. Round 1. Richmond v Carlton.

9.30 AFL Post-Game Show.

10.00 Movie: We Are Marshall. (2006) (PG, R)

12.45 American Pickers. (PG, R)

1.45 Towies. (PG, R)

6.00pm AFL: Friday Night Countdown.

6.30 Football. AFL. Round 1. Geelong v Collingwood.

9.30 AFL Post-Game Show.

10.00 Armchair Experts. (M)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

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

7.30 Movie: Shazam! (2019) (M, R) 10.20 Movie: The Hangover Part III. (2013) (MA15+, R)

6.00pm Movie: The Karate Kid Part II. (1986) (PG, R)

8.30 Movie: John Wick: Chapter 2. (2017) (MA15+, R) Keanu Reeves. 11.00 Movie: Romeo Must Die. (2000) (M, R)

1.25 Blokesworld. (PG, R)

1.55 The Car Club. (PG, R)

6.00pm American Pickers. (PG)

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Storage Wars. (PG)

8.00 Storage Wars: New York. (PG)

8.30 Movie: We Were Soldiers. (2002) (MA15+, R)

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Outback Truckers.

(PG, R)

8.30 Heavy Tow Truckers Down Under. (PG)

9.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. (PG, R)

10.30 Truck Night In America. (PG)

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

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 As Time Goes By. (R)

8.50 Midsomer Murders. (MA15+, R)

10.50 One Deadly Mistake. (MA15+)

11.50 Footy Classified. (M)

6.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 3. Manly Sea Eagles v Parramatta Eels.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 RBT. (PG, R)

8.30 Paramedics. (M, R)

9.30 Australia Behind Bars. (M, R)

10.30 Silent Witness. (MA15+, R)

6.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 3. Sydney Roosters v South Sydney Rabbitohs.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 For The Love Of Pets. (PG)

8.30 Movie: He’s Just Not That Into You. (2009) (PG, R)

6.00pm Rugby Union. Super Rugby Pacific. Round 4. Brumbies v Moana Pasifika.

8.30 Super Rugby Pacific Post-Match.

8.45 Movie: In The Heart Of The Sea. (2015) (M, R)

11.10 Memory Lane. (PG, R)

6.30 Desert Vet. (PG)

7.30 David Attenborough’s A Perfect Planet. (PG, R)

8.40 To Be Advised.

11.30 Major Crimes. (M, R)

12.30 My Favorite Martian. (R)

1.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 Death In Paradise. (M, R)

8.40 The Madame Blanc Mysteries. (M)

9.40 Coroner. (MA15+)

10.40 Law & Order: Criminal Intent. (MA15+, R)

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

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (PG, R)

7.30 New Tricks. (M, R)

8.40 The Closer. (M, R)

9.40 Rizzoli & Isles. (MA15+, R)

10.40

9.25 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M, R)

10.20 Evil. (M, R)

11.15 MacGyver. (PG, R)

12.15 Home Shopping. (R)

1.15 Infomercials. (PG, R)

6.00pm Soccer. A-League

Men. Matchweek 21. Sydney FC v Western Sydney Wanderers.

9.15 JAG. (PG, R)

10.15 MacGyver. (PG, R)

11.10 48 Hours. (M, R)

12.05 SEAL Team. (M, R)

1.00 NCIS: New Orleans. (M, R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 10.20 Movie: The Gentlemen. (2019) (MA15+, R) Matthew McConaughey. 12.40 SEAL Team. (M, R) 1.35 In The Dark. (M, R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 Scorpion. (PG, R) 7.30 Bull. (M,

10.10

12.00

6.00pm

6.00pm

6.30

1.15

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

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

6.25 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.00 Friends. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R)

1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

1.30 The Middle. (PG, R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Friends. (PG, R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R)

11.00 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R)

1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

1.30 Becker. (PG, R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Friends. (PG, R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.30 Mom. (M, R)

10.20 Becker. (PG, R)

11.10 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R)

1.00 Home Shopping.

6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG, R)

7.05 Jeopardy! (R)

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

8.30 Travel Man’s Greatest Trips. (M, R)

9.25 The Machines That Built America. (PG)

10.15 The Swap. (M, R)

KACHEL,AllanLloyd

LateofToowoombaandformerlyofRockmount, passedawaypeacefullyon6thMarch2023, aged88years.

BelovedHusbandofHeather(dec'd).Dearlyloved FatherofTrevorandLynette.Muchloved

Father-in-law,GrandfatherandGreat-Grandfather oftheirfamilies.LovedBrotherofDaphneand Thirlean.

Relativesandfriendsarerespectfullyinvitedto attendAllan'sfuneral,tobeheldgraveside,atSt Stephen'sMaMaCreekCemetery,Gatton-Clifton Road,MaMaCreek,servicecommencingat 11.00am,TODAY,Wednesday,15thMarch2023.

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This Saturday 18th March at 9am

3088 Ipswich Boonah Road, Roadvale

Machinery: Kioti Daedong DK751 tractor with AL90 frontend loader bucket, forks & weights, NH 3pl disc mower, Silvan 400L boom spray with hose reel, Howard 500 fert spreader, Superior offset mulching slasher with side shute, carryall, hay spears, 3pl blade, 3pl forks, 7 tyne chisel plough, MF MF165 12 speed tractor, Yamaha 250 2wd quad bike, TE20 petrol tractor & 4ft slasher, single tyne ripper, Clark forklift

Farming items: mesh & bar gates, elect fence gear, fire brands, freeze brands, poly fittings, poly pipe, calf feeders, tyre feeders, round bale feeders, hay rack, water troughs, Detroit 4 cylinder diesel motor, Ruston Diesel motor & pump, peg driver, plain wire Workshop: large amount of workshop equipment, tools & wood working equipment & tools

Misc: 20ft container with roof, zero turn mowers, gardening equip, camping gear, large amount of collectables, household item, furniture and much much more

Farmcraft Sponsored

18th Annual Kalbar

Weaner Show & Sale

Saturday 25th March

Kalbar Showground Yards

is proud to have been part of a variety of Community Events

Without the support of our readers & advertisers this simply wouldn’t be possible. In this time we have had the opportunity to donate over $200,000 worth of vouchers

• Cahill Park Community Markets

• CardiGras Show & Shine

• Lockyer Chamber of Commerce & Industry

• Lockyer Community Centre

• Lockyer Cricket Association

• Lockyer Regional Performing Arts

• Valley Rugby Union Club

• Lockyer Valley Billy Cart Association

• Lockyer Valley Turf Club

• My Local Markets

• Spirit of the Valley Events Inc

Proposed Development

GARAGE SALE

4 Moore Close, Hatton Vale

Saturday 18th March

9am to 4pm

Household furniture, swing set, appliances & much more - GRAB A BARGAIN!

sought:

EVENTS

• Beaudesert All Red Show & Sale

• Beaudesert Euro Show & Sale

• Beaudesert Santa Gertrudis Show & Sale

• Black Snake Creek Festival

• Charnelle Charolais Invitational Female Sale

• Colours of the Lockyer Festival

• Colours of Somerset

• Community Back to School Project

• Coolabunia Classic Charolais Bull Sale

• Daffodil Day Charity Golf Day

• Esk Garden & Lifestyle Fair

• Esk Show

• Gatton Cup

• Gatton Fun Run

• Gatton Hospital Auxiliar Show & Shine

• Gatton Kindergarten Bike-A-Thon

• Gatton Show

• Greg Steffens Memorial Bowls Night

• Laidley Christmas Carnival

• Laidley Cup

• Laidley Show

• Laidley Spring Festival

• Lilydale Charolais Invitational Sale

• Linville Heritage Festival

• LJ Hooker Christmas Hamper Charity Drive

• Lockyer District Dancing Festival

• Lockyer Valley Billy Cart Derby

• Lockyer Valley Foothills Art Show

• Lockyer Valley Multicultural Festival

• Lowood Rodeo

• Lowood Show

• Ma Ma Creek Exhibition

• Marburg Garden & Outdoor Expo

• Marburg Show

• Memorial Race Day

• Moreton All Breeds Bull & Female Sale

• Moreton Beef Classic Show & Sale

• Mulgowie Hotel Birthday Charity Fun Days

• Mulgowie Hotel Mulga Bullride

• NAIDOC Week

• Prenzlau Pride Car & Music Show

• Rosewood Show

• Somerset Christmas Lights Trail

• Somerset Garden Competition

• Toogoolawah Annual Weaner Show & Sale

• Village of the Doomed

2023 Harvestival Music Festival

LVTC Tradies Day Withcott Hotel Australia Day Celebrations

ANIMALS & POULTRY

COCKATOO cages. 2 large $10 each, 5 medium $8 each, or the lot for $50, good condition. Phone 0439 108 362.

Kelpie blue cattle pups, Male & female pups available from March 12. Make great working dogs or pets. Mother WKC registered, father purebred blue cattle dog. BIN0012846946632 - $600. Ph: 0414 965 053

Purebred mini daschund pups, 2 x red female, 2 x black/ tan female, 1 x black/tan male, born 18/02/23, BIN: 0012389003163. Ph: 0439 391 012.

Family of goats for sale Buck 2yrs, Doe 3yrs, Doe kid 3 months. $250 each or $600 for all three. Ph: 0411 658 870

FURNITURE

China Cabinet, 4 glass shelves, mirrored back with storage draw underneath $495.00 Ph: 0422 315 707

Two Recliners, good cond, $100 each. Ph: 0422 315 707

King single bed - mattress with protector, two sets of sheets included. $150. Ph: 0447 416 064.

Giveaway 2 x single beds, good condition, wire base & head/base, Lowood. Ph: 07 5426 1613

For sale 7 white dorper ewe lambs, about 7 to 8 months old will make good quality breeders. $250 each. Ph 4697 7769 4pm to 9pm Helidon.

Rooted established Dragon Fruit plants from $

Large range of antique and vintage items available. Rustic, farm relics, tools, garden art, machinery, petrol and oil collectables, items for projects and much more. Helidon Spa Ph 0429 776 071.

ACCESSORIES

Ph: 07 5465 2713.

Orchid books - cheap, over 50 volumes, good condition, some near new. Ph: 0439 725 924

Pool table - 1180 x 2120, adjustable legs, pool balls, triangle rack, Palco Flight pool cue & cross rest cue. $300.

0400 760 987

GIVEAWAY various magazines: Australian Geographic, Africa Geographic, Travel Africa, Women’s Weekly (special editions). Ph: 0400 004 209

Edgar Allan Poe, complete illustrated stories & poems, copyright 1987, 16cm wide, 22 1/2 cm height, 6cm thick, hardcover, excellent condition, $30.00 ph 0417 778 982

Mark Twain, complete and unabridged short stories, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, The Prince & the Pauper, & ors, black hard cover with gold writing & gold tinted pages, 16 cm wide, 24cm length, 5 1/2 cm deep, excellent condition, $30.00 ph 0417 778 982

15ft caravan with ensuite, queen bed, roll out blinds & sides, along with many extras. Ph: 0477 477 889.

Golden eagle 2 berth, double island bed, front lounge & dining (could convert to kids bed), microwave, TV, storage, annexe & roll out. Ph: 07 5465 2713

EQUIPMENT & APPLIANCES

Westinghouse 400lt pigeon pair upright freezer & all fridge, both working, VGC, selling together only - $700.

Ph: 0407 746 744.

List your item for free* DEADLINE 2pm FRIDAY

Al-Anon 6pm Mon Lutheran Hall Spencer St Gatton

0488216123

Alcoholics Anonymous

7pm Wed Peace Lutheran Hall Gatton 0419725801, 10.30am Thu 0419725801, 7pm Sun 0413105825 Zion

Lutheran Hall Minden

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

Brisbane Valley Ukefreaks 6pm-8.30pm Wed

BV Darts Assoc Building Lowood 0408183870 FB

@ukefreaks

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

0455251581

Cars, Bikes, and Coffee

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

0437532556

Chug-along Social Group

2nd & 4th Wed/mth Gatton Uniting Church 54626763

Cards/Board Games

(Adults) Coominya Public Hall Fri 9am-12pm $5

0412685125

Community Chess Club School term Thurs 6pm8:30, Fernvale SS Library, gold coin.

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

Coominya Public Hall

General Meeting 1st Mon/ mth 6.30pm 0488169162

Country Music Balladeer & Folk Music Walk Up

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

Craft with Kate 2nd Thu/ mth 12pm Lockyer Com-

munity Centre 54623355

CWA Craft & Friendship Day 3rd Thu/mth 9am12pm Glamorgan Vale hall

0459320538

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

Digital Tech Hub 12pm Thu Lockyer Community Centre 54623355

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

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

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

Esk CWA Intergenerational Playgroup for ages 0-100, fortnightly Thu 9am11am, CWA Hall Heap St 0449842965

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

Euchre Wed 7.30pm, Lowood Showgrounds 0411334382

Gatton & District Historical Society 6.30pm 3rd

Mon/mth Caffey Hall Gatton Historical Village 0420967022

Gatton Senior Citizens 13

North St. Mon & Thu Euchre 9am, 1st Tue/mth

HOY, 2nd & 4th Tue/mth

Craft Days, 3rd Tue/mth

social days 9.30am. Morning tea & raffles, lunch supplied 0439030677

Gatton Table Tennis 9.30am-12pm Tue, Woodlands Rd 0427912051

Gatton Quilters 9.30am

3rd Sat/mth, Gatton State School Hall 0438727355

Gatton Village Markets

1st Sun/mth, Lake Apex, 0492831969

Glamorgan Vale CWA9am 1st Thu/mth Glamorgan Vale Community Hall 0413046168

Glamorgan Vale Tennis Club Inc 10am-2pm 2nd

Sun/mth 697 Glamorgan Vale Rd see Facebook. Glenore Grove QCWA Meeting 2nd Mon/mth 1pm 0419642913

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

Glenore Grove CWA Street Stall last Thu/mth

8.30am-12pm IGA mall Gatton 0459320538

Grantham/Gatton Indoor

Bowls Club Fri 1.30pm

Senior Citz Hall North St Gatton 0754627708

Horse Archery Qld Lockyer Valley 3rd Sat/mth, 8.30am-12pm, Laidley Showgrounds. 0422982035

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

6 Clive St, BYO instruments 0481574615

Laidley Garden Club

9.30am 2nd Mon/mth

Laidley Cultural Centre function room 0413136861

Laidley Indoor Bowls

Club Mon 6pm-9pm

Laidley Cultural Centre 0408 631 292

Laidley Weight Support Group Inc. 9am Wed

Laidley RSL 0403501170

Lockie's Toy Club toy library program Lockyer Community Centre

54623355

Lockyer Ladies Seniors Support Group 2nd & 4th

Tue/mth, 9.30am-12pm, 18

Tryhorn St Grantaham, 0438765212 or 0409676526

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

Lockyer Valley Cancer

Support Group 1st Thu/ mth Davson Room, Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre, Gatton 0419646902 or 54621766

Lockyer Valley Celtic Pipeband Wed 6pm-8pm

Grantham Butter Factory 1st Sat/mth Lake Apex 0447003423

Lockyer Valley Dog Training Club 6.30pm Mon Laidley Showgrounds Facebook or 0428048823

Lockyer Valley Karate

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

Lockyer Valley Orchid

Society 1st Tue/mth Gatton Showgrounds room under grandstands

0409475504

Lockyer Valley Tai Chi for Health Wed 10am Lowood

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

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

Lockyer Valley Writers

Group 1-3pm 2nd Tue/mth

Gatton Library, 4th Tue/mth

Laidley Library, lockyervalleywriters@gmail.com

Lockyer Woodcrafters

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

Lowood Community Ac-

tion Group 2nd Tue/mth

6.30pm at Lowood Darts Club 0407279412 or FB

Lowood CWA 2nd Tue/ mth CWA Hall 54261514

Lowood District Residents Network Inc. 7pm

3rd Tue/mth, BV Darts Assoc Building 0488234553

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

Railway Station lowood@lionsq3.org.au

Lowood Craft Group

9.30am Fri Lowood RSL Sub Branch 0409343446

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

Lowood Slimmers Tue

5.30pm Lowood Show Hall 54261468

Midweek Market Wed 9am

Hypatia’s House, 151 Patrick St Laidley 0448326246

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

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

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

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

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

Painting Classes 10am Fri Summerholm 0450656356

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

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

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

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

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

Something to Sing About Choir Fri 9am-11am

Laidley Anglican Church 0417799679

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

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

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

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

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

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

BOWLS

KILCOY BOWLS CLUB

RESULTS 12TH MARCH 2023

Friday night members draw on the 10th March was #82 – Rhonda Cochrane. Not Present – next week

$40.00. Lucky Number Board was drawn. #76 Harold Alford, #74 Brett Ringlestein, #40, Barking Mad (Ringo, Kirsty, Barbara and Mark)

7th March Tuesday Bowls; Margaret Worrall defeated Ann Pope in the Star of the Green and will play Bill Edwards on the 14th March. Other results; Winners of the day were Jenny Edwards, Janis Grover and Sharon Carseldine who defeated Pam Taylor, Sharon Walker and Rhonda Cochrane 21 – 14. Michael Dunn, Gerry Carseldine and Pauline Lawson defeated Bill Edwards, Greg Staniforth and John Pratt 15 – 10.

Noel Lanes defeated Tom Hunter in the Men’s A Championship games

Rnd 2.

8th March PUB DAY – Winners were Bill Edwards, David Phillips, Mel Harrison and Denis Bleakley. Runner

Ups Yvonne Ambrey, Geoff Jones, Colin Armstrong and Mick Ball. 1st Round winners Rhino, Barry Huth, Brian Armstrong and Col Orr. 2nd Rnd winners were Greg Staniforth, John Glanville and Gerry Carseldine.

Q7’s – Our 3 teams won this week playing at home against Bribie Island. 70 – 43 with 3 Rink wins.

Congratulations.

Coming events;

Friday night 17th March; Bring a Friend Bare Foot Bowls. For $12.00 you can have a game of bowls and a Burger. Names in by 5.30 pm for a 6.00 pm start. No need to book just roll up! The Club has bowls available for those that don’t have their own, or wish to try another size. Barefoot

Tuesday Bowls; Every Tuesday every one is welcome to come and try a game of bowls. Great fun, names in by 8.45 game starts at 9.1`5. Phone the Club to put your name down 5497-1084 if you’re running late. The Club has bowls available for those that don’t have their own, and

A reminder that our Meal Night in April has changed to the 31st March due to Good Friday.

LAIDLEY BOWLS CLUB

Social games D.Moyle, R.Webb, D.McGuire 13.

M,Zabel, E.Muller, D.Allison. 9.

B.Yates, C.McGuire, R.Knight. 28. J.Mace, Ruth, Pagett, P.Capon. 6. Our wonderful 7s teams have had another good win 67-55 over Jindalee. Well done they are now in second place. Go guys.

Laidley Indoor Bowls Club

Game 1 K & D Windolf, V.Zischke & J .Mace 15 d G.Aitcheson, K.

Degen, D.Sempf, K Granzien & K.Morrison 6

M.Purcell & P.Kubler 23 d B.Slater & B.Purcell 12

Game 2 K.Granzien & v.Zischke 25

d K.Windolf & J.Mace 5

K.Degen, D.Windolf, P.Kubler & D.Sempf 7 d K.Morrison, G.Aitcheson, B & M Purcell & B.Slater 6

Game 3 K.Degen & G.Aitcheson 14

d K.Morrison & D.Windolf 13

B.Purcell, J.Mace, D.Sempf & P.Kubler 9 d M.Purcell, B.Slater, K.Granzien & V.Zischke 8

TOOGOOLAWAH BOWLS CLUB

On Sunday 12th March we had a game of triples with Gerrit Winkler, Neville Finlay and Lynda Hansen were winners over Phil Gregory, Cindy Mills and Reg Hansen

On Friday 10th March we had our Valley Farm Direct and what a great evening it was. With plenty of willing participants and a wonderful meal all involved had an outstanding time. Both Jasen and Sarah supplied a feast that was enjoyed by all. Next one on the 14th of April and we hope to see you all there.

On Wednesday 8th March Gerrit Winkler Kim Dorman and Keith McWhirter travelled to Kilcoy for their pub day and a great day it was. With one win and one loss with very enjoyable company as always we couldn’t ask for more. Thankyou Kilcoy for the invite.

On Tuesday 7th March we had our pub day proudly sponsored by Esk Dental, with 56 eager contestants vying for a win in the very tropical weather. Winners on the day were Gerrit Winkler, Pete Hassall, Kate Hassall and Col McGrath. Runners up were Allan, Des, Pearlie and John. Round one winners Col Melcer, Graham Heaton, Alex Calendar and Craig Boundy, Round two winners Lester Bechly, Renie Laughlam, Kevin Preece and Gary Jensen. A great day was had by all and we thank all our visitors and volunteers.

On Sunday 5th March at home we Championship in which Phil Gregory and Martin Bailey defeated Keith McWhirter and Wayne Thompson in a very tight game. Congratulations Phil and Martin. Also played was a Triples Game Which was won by Gerrit Winkeler, Linda Hansen and Neville Finlay by 1 point in a very close encounter with Len Smyth, Cindy Mills and Reg Hansen. Overall winners on the day were Phil Gregory went to Cindy Mills.

Whether you are a resident or visitor to Toogoolawah, an experienced bowler or not, you are welcome to join us for a game. Novice players are given coaching lessons to ensure that they enjoy their game. To all those of you who are past bowlers, it is time for you to reunite with the club and get involved. Come along and make your presence felt while you get that necessary exercise to keep you going. We have bowls of all sizes for you to use.

For the Calendar:

1. Our next Club Meeting will be held on Sunday 9th April 2023. All members are invited to attend at 9.00am and to help in the running of the club by participating in discussions. games to ensure that we balance Home and Away attendance. Please contact Gerrit on 5424 2569 if you would like to be included in the roster for 2023

3. Our next Barefoot and BBQ day will be held on Saturday 25th at 6.00pm See you on the Green.

BRIDGE

LOCKYER BRIDGE CLUB

Wednesday 8th March, 2023. Numbers were down but it didn’t hinder the robust play by all present.

this week 64.58% - congratulations.

A McLucas & R Drouin 58.33%, W Pickles & M Porter 52.08%, L Gunthorpe & J Kuhle 43.75%, B & T Fitzgerald 40%.

The Club is always ready to accommodate more Players. If you are a visitor to the Lockyer Valley & are looking for a game of Bridge or just like to observe some games, phone

Peter Hooper 0408 782 776, we would love to see you, Wednesday evenings arrival 6.45pm. Lessons for Beginners held on Tuesday morning, arrival 8.45am also at the same venue, The Catholic Community Hall, Maitland Street, Gatton. Pat Ziebarth is the organizer for Tuesday’s play phone 0490 530 734.

CRICKET

VALLEY VIKINGS

It is not uncommon for weather to be a factor in cricket, and so it was against Centrals. For their turn at the crease, they were confronted with a seaming deck in overcast conditions which favoured bowling. Hopes of an upset win faded in the mist, with only Sam Steinhardt on 33n.o looking in

credentials in a tougher environment, and will eagerly look forward to 2023/24.

LOCKYER A GRADE

In a tantalising match up and

second over. Ropehill dug in, with ever reliable Reese Teske on 48, before rain stopped play. In the end, no light was thrown on how a rematch would play out.

At the other end of the table, two -

and at 7/64, could not deal with the splendid bowling of Forest Hill’s Hayden Sipplel, who had 4/16. Rain meant they had to settle for a draw, which left the rivalry undecided.

Helidon and Gatton Fordsdale will face off, with the battle of the top three on both sides likely to determine the outcome. The regular season has concluded, with close games being the order of the day, and the emergence of talent which blossomed in new format.

GOLF

ESK GOLF CLUB

Saturday 11/3/23, Steve & Marj

Lerm Sponsored Day

Stableford

Winner

D Richards 38pts

S Lerm 37

R/UP

G Smith 36 Run Down win a ball

Run Down: Graham Robinson 33, P. Bird 33, J. Haddrell 33, N. Channells

32, B. Maugeri 32, J. Stewart 32,

Pins: (Pro Pin) Andrew Paroz (Div.1)

Chris Bichel (Div.2) Phil Mihulka

(Div.3) Greg Heuston

1st Round Men’s Single Matchplay

Division 1 - Scratch

Mick Burke defeated Ken Luck 8/7

Jeff Etherden defeated Todd Dennien 1 up

G. Zischke defeated Andrew Paroz on the 19th

Chris Bichel defeated Nathan Faulks

1 up

Division 2 – Handicap

D. Morrow (L. Carson forfeited)

C. Panzram defeated P. Mihulka 2 Up

J. Gilbert defeated G. Heuston 4/3

K. Godwin defeated L Edwards 4/3

2nd Round Men’s Single Matchplay to be played Saturday 18th March

Division 1

M. Burke to play J. Etherden

C. Bichel to play G. Zischke

Division 2

D. Morrow to play C. Panzram

J. Gilbert to play K. Godwin

Thursday 9th March - Open Competi-

Coles 37

BRD: H Doran, C Wieland, E Hoger, B Graham, P Cattanach, C Mayne, M Rennie 36

NTPs: 2: S Norris 5: C Mayne 11:

B Wieland 14: Shane Kopelke 14

Ladies 2nd shot: C Faneco 4/13

2nd shot Div 1: B Graham Div 2: P McGuigan

NETBALL

SOMERSET STORM NETBALL

CLUB

Storm 1 (Win) - 65 vs Brothers 2

(loss) - 22 Division 3 Grading Game

Storm 2 (Loss) - 35 vs Rebels 6 (Win)

- 44 Division 4 Grading Game

Storm 3 (Loss) - 13 vs Brothers 4

(Win) - 20 Division 5 Grading Game

Storm 4 Cadets (Win) - 48 vs SWW

Game

Storm 5 14yrs (Loss) 18 vs SWW

10 Cheetahs 46 - 14yrs Division 2

Grading Game

Storm 6 13yrs (Win) - 27 vs SWW

11 Panthers - 19 - 13yrs Division 1

Grading Game

Storm 7 12yrs (Loss) - 5 vs Brothers

14 - 49 - 12yrs Division 1 Grading

L Robson 35, P Cook 34, D Misso 34 Best of the Rest S Wilson 33, H Knubel 33, G Collins 32, C Pettet 32, S Brown 32, E Lee 31, T Adams 30, B Tumney 30, I Knopke 30, D Lockwood 29, B Moore 27, B Thorogood 27, J Guest 26, R Weier 25

NTP

Mens H/C 0-16

1/10 3rd S Wilson

H/C 17+

3/12 3rd B Thorogood

ALL IN

Sponsor Esk IGA

4/13 S Wilson

Sponsor Brisbane Valley Meats

8/17 2nd I Knopke, 9/18 3rd D Misso (in hole)

Overcast day which kept the numbers down with the threat of rain. day. Dennis taking the win (it’s been awhile).

With Geoff pinching R/UP spot from Steve as he was the sponsor for the day and can’t take his own prize. Bad luck Steve, but your handicap might come down. Many thanks to Steve and Marj for all the prizes and putting on the food.

Sunday 12/3/23, Chooky Championship

Winner

J Humphrey 31nett

R/UP

B Glanville 33, C Pettet 33, P Cook 34, S Wilson 35, D Back 36, V Scott 37, M Beetz 38 M Lerm 40+(L)

Putting Competition

Jeff Humphrey 14putts

NTP

No 13 V Scott

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er again not looking good, fortunately a bit of form to take the win with Brian getting R/UP spot after a count back with the Old Pom Col. Jeff also taking out the putting comp, and Victor winning the pin shot.

LAIDLEY GOLF CLUB

Saturday 11th March - Men & Ladies

Single Stableford

Also 1st Round Men’s Single Matchplay

Ladies Winner: Judy Logan 31

Runner Up: Marie Voorma 31

Run Down: D. Manteufel 30, Pins: (Pro Pin) Dot Manteufel (A Grade) Cheryl Sternberg (B Grade)

----- (C Grade) June Blaney

Men’s Winner: Tony Howe 41 (visitor)

Runner Up: Robbie Yeo 39

tion - Single Stableford

Winner: Robbie Core 42

Runner Up: Graham Robinson 36

Run Down: Joe O’Loughlin 35, S. Luck 34, A. Paroz 34, W. Hawthorne

34, K. Luck 34, P. McFie 33, R. Yeo 33, Ken Rowles 33, G. Rodgers 32, Jeff Etherden 32,

Pins: (Pro Pin) Andrew Paroz (Div.1)

In) Jeff Etherden

Wednesday 8th March - Ladies Competition - Single Stableford

Also 1st Round Ladies Single Matchplay

Winner: Lorraine Emery 36

Runner Up: Joan Kane 34

Run Down: W McIntosh 33, T. Pyers 32

Pins: (Pro Pin) Helen Gilbert (A

Grade) Cheryl Sternberg (B Grade)

Trish Harris (C Grade) Teena Pyers

1st Round of Matchplay results:

Flo Lee defeated Trish Harris 3/1

Judy Logan defeated Enid Llewellyn 3/2

Michelle Taylor defeated Chris Scheiwe 3/2

Jenny Paroz defeated Cheryl Sternberg 6/5

2nd Round to be played Wednesday

22nd March

Flo Lee to play Jenny Paroz

Judy Logan to play Michelle Taylor

LOWOOD GOLF CLUB

Results for Tuesday 7 March 2023

Single Stableford

Winner: B Victor 39 R/Up: C Petrohilos 38

BRD: P McGuigan 37 S Webb 36 W

James, R Young 35 J Morris, D Sheraton, D Sippel, S Henshall 34

NTPs: 2: D Sippel 5: D Sippel 11: D Sheraton 14: W James 9/18 2nd shot Div 1: B Richards Div 2: A. Skinner

Results for Wednesday 8 March

2023 Single Stableford

Winner: P Dwyer 37 R/Up: L Sher-

aton 36 BRD: K Jessen 35

Results for Thursday 9 March 2023

Single Stableford

Winner: A Jones 42 R/Up: J Mc-

Queen 40

BRD: I Gow, I Coates 38 L Sheraton

37 Shane Kopelke, E Jensen, R Young, V Bales 36

NTPs: 2: Shane Kopelke 5: P Dwyer 11: P Cattanach 14: G Hair 14

Ladies 2nd shot: Sue Kopelke 3/12

2nd shot Div 1: Shane Kopelke Div

2: A. Skinner

Results for Saturday 11 March 2023

Single Stableford

Winner: J Ormaechea 38 R/Up: P

Game

Storm 8 12yrs (Loss) - 1 vs Aztecs 16 - 25 12yrs Division 2 Grading Game Storm 9 11yrs (Win) - 15 vs Rebels 16 - 7 11yrs Pool 3 Grading Game Storm 10 10yrs; Storm 11 9rs; Storm 12 8yrs; Storm 13 8yrs - Non Competitive competition. All our SetGO team had a ball and were cheered on by a positive and supportive sideline.

RIFLES

GATTON GLENORE GROVE RIFLE CLUB

Club held there Open Prize Meeting. Weather was favourable for the 500

the second 600yds forcing further shooting to be cancelled. We were pleased to have attend the OPM Mr Bruce Scott CSC, 2006 Commonwealth Games gold medallist for fullbore shooting.

Mr Scott presented the winners with their medallions, badges and prizes.

See https://www.results.nraa.com. au/gggrc-2023-results/ for full results

RUGBY UNION VALLEY RUGBY UNION CLUB

Well done to all our players, families and supporters who braved the wet conditions and contributed to a great night of rugby.

The QS Commodities U15s fought hard against the competitions best, Toowoomba Bears. The Valley Boys showed a lot of heart, considering they defended nearly the entirety of the contest and the slippery conditions didn’t play in our favour, although it was great to see the a score was 67-5, well done both sides.

The Udu Electrical Pty Ltd U17s game was a similar story, the slippery conditions resulting in a lot of errors from both sides and it was clear the game was going to be won in the middle. The Valley Boys worked hard to win territory, howevwith the conditions. At halftime the scores were close, with the bears just ahead 3-5. Fullback Joesph Hertrick kept The Valley Boys in the game slotting 3 penalty goals, unfortunately it wasn’t enough with the Bears scoring the match winner in the last phase of the game, the

Toogoolawah Bowls Club Pub Day, sponsored by Esk Dental. Winners: Gerrit’s team - Mellisa, Anna from Esk Dental, Pete, Kate, Col and Gerrit. PHOTO: TOOGOOLAWAH BOWLS CLUB

Awards at GGGRC open prize meeting

BY JESSE HAMILTON

Club held its open prize meeting on March 12, with plenty of shootersed day.

place winners across 27 matches.

Gatton Glenore Grove Club captain Colin Greenwood said the majority of the events were completed in spite of the weather.

“We started the second 600 yards and got 90 per cent through it until reasons,” he said.

The Open Prize meet is the highlight of the club’s calendar.

Shooters compete across three range distances, one 500 yards and two 600 hundred yards.

Among the winners at this year’s event was Commonwealth Gold medalist Bruce Scott.

Scott, who competed internationally for 12 years, said the Gatton Glenore Grove Club is a great place to shoot.

“It’s a great range, it’s a typical Australian country range,” he said.

Small voices band together for sport recognition

President of the Brisbane Valley Darts Association, Susan Shaw, with daughter DeeDee Shaw. PHOTO: JESSE HAMILTON

PHOTO: JESSE HAMILTON

BY JESSE HAMILTON

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