The Independent - Wednesday 19th April 2023

Chris Hay and Dr Christina Zdenek with a red-bellied black snake at Hatton Vale State School.

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IN WHAT is generally regarded as the largest survey into rural and regional newspapers ever conducted, Deakin University handed down a report recently that makes for very interesting reading.

papers are not dead.

In fact, they are very much alive and well, especially in the country.

The survey found that print newspapers remain very much a part of the lives of those who live in rural and regional Australia.

Many respondents said they felt their local newspaper was performing a valuable community service.

They also class the stories in local newspapers as more detailed and trustworthy than online sources, and it is on this basis many respondents said

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GATTON Police are investigating vandalism at Gatton State School.

There was a break in at the school between March 31 and April 11.

Police report there was some of the play areas, on some sheds and

Good Luck with That I CONGRATULATE Care4Esk in “securing a substantial amount of funding” from the Federal Government to undertake a Koala Research project in Esk, as reported in a recent edition of The Lockyer & Somerset Independent.

Unfortunately, we have prior experience of Care4Esk as a reliable source when two identical letters from overseas correspondents protesting about the Glen Rock Adventure Park were published in two different newspapers, but with each a different author, and Care4Esk claimed they were authentic. It wasn’t even 1 April.

Furthermore, the members of Care4Esk displayed

they were happy to pay for their news.

The Deakin University study spoke to respondents from across Australia in all demographics, all adult age groups, male and female, to come up with these results.

against the tide of popular belief that print is dead and online news sites are the only way forward.

to come out of this survey is that respondents feel so passionately about their local papers that policies

the way they would vote at the next election.

There are some things print does best, according to the survey. Funeral and death notices, public notices, and coverage of local and

buildings, and an attempt to gain entry to a sports shed.

This was the only crime of this nature over the holiday period.

Anyone who can identify to contact Gatton Police on 4631 6999

very little interest in Glen Rock before the adventure park project was announced, which leads to suspicion of green washing to conceal an acute case of NIMBY-ism.

There is already plenty of evidence of mountain biking co-existing quite happily with Koala Conservation at places like Daisy Hill Conservation Park and Hidden Vale Adventure Park.

I hope that in the interestsre4Esk will take cognizance of the real world research data that is already available from those two sources.

Mind you, if the intention is to use the ‘research project’ as part of their anti-Glen Rock Adventure Park campaigning, it stretches

state politics affecting the local area are best in print.

Politics was highly scrutinised as an important part of what we do.

Regional audiences overwhelmingly indicated that any additional funding should be directed towards employing more local journalists rather than digital connectivity and innovation products.

The onus was placed squarely on governments and their representatives at all levels to support local newspapers with advertising that gets right to the core market and not be swayed by the reach of digital advertising.

The more things change the more they stay the same because after this survey it is obvious the passion for print newspapers has not died, especially in the country.

credibility that any research undertaken by members of a group so virulently opposed to the Glen Rock Adventure Park project will be unbiased, so I’m not sure what they hope to achieve.

In their own words, “Sadly, these revved up mountain bike riders (about 90%) show little or no etiquette with regard to pedestrians inside or outside the bike trails - as they head to their “haven’’ for the adrenaline rush. No such haven for the walkers.” (Facebook, 20/05/2022).

It is perhaps ironic that on the same page in the newspaper there was also an article about mountain bikers assisting with the planting of 770 Koala hab-

itat trees at the site of the old Yimbun Station on the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail. Mountain bikers and Koalas have been co-existing very well in the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail corridor for several years.

Somerset Regional Council will be undertaking their own research into the environmental and cultural impact of the proposed adventure park, so the Care4Esk project seems like duplication.

We should all respect the outcome of the studies being undertaken by Somerset Council, which is what Care4Esk should be doing instead of wasting taxpayer’s money.

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Lowood Police to serve community 24 hrs a day

BY JACOB HAYDEN

AS OF Saturday April 22, Lowood Police Station will provide its community a 24 hour response, seven days a week.

as the area’s population had

“We will now have the ability to conduct proactive patrols, provide a timely response to reported incidents and community concerns,” S/

The station’s operational hours came under scrutiny in November 2022 when several police cars and part of the station’s carport were

wich District police may be required to provide support

as required and additional allocation of police would be considered.

Somerset Mayor Graeme Lehmann said council welcomed the news.

“Council has been camaround-the-clock police

presence based at Lowood to cater for the needs of our

Cr Lehmann said. Member for Lockyered station since 2017 and would continue to do so, but

Madden cleared of misusing funds

MEMBER for Ipswich

West Jim Madden has been cleared of wrongdoing after an investigation into allegations of purchasing artwork at a school auction with taxpayer money.

Clerk of Parliament

Friday Mr Madden did not use public funds for the purchase.

Mr Laurie said the investigation established the Labor backbencher purchased three pieces of artwork, including one that was given to a third party and later retrieved.

was also pleased with this announcement.

peace of mind to the locallice will be on-call 24 hours each day and more operational time to respond to calls for service,” he said.

Helidon to Calvert

He said the photographs were ‘by default paid for by the member personally’ and were valued at $185 in total.

“I have found the complaint is not substantiated,” Mr

Friday.

“No misuse of the [Electorate and Communications Allowance] as particularised above has been established.” The Independent has reached out to Mr Madden for comment.

EIS workshop – Social performance and sustainability

You are invited to participate in a workshop on social performance and sustainability to inform the H2C project’s revised draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). The workshop will involve a short presentation followed by the opportunity to provide input into the social impact and sustainability sections of the revised draft EIS.

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Laurie wrote in a letter tabled in parliament on

Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington, Mitre 10 Fernvale owner Mark Wells and Member for Lockyer Jim McDonald outside Lowood Police Station to celebrate its 24/7 status.

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Member for Ipswich West, Jim Madden. QLD LABOR

‘Please see us’: cyclists unsafe on Gatton roads

BY GRACE CRICHTON

A GATTON couple are urging motorists to look twice for cyclists, and they experience.

Kirsten Sippel and Trent Bowers have both been struck by vehicles while they were cycling.

In August 2021, Mr Bowers was riding from his Laidley workplace when he was struck from behind on Gatton Laidley Rd. He was airlifted to the Princess Alexandra Hospital with a brain injury, where he stayed for three months.

His recovery is ongoing.

In the setting sun, the driver did not see Mr Bowers on the shoulder of the road.

“I was wearing bright colours, a bright helmet,” Mr Bowers said.

back light and front light and Similarly, the driver who struck Ms Sippel did not see

her.

While on a Gatton roundabout on the evening of March 4 this year, Ms Sippel was struck and sustained

Bank gives back to Somerset

THE BENDIGO Community Bank Lowood-Fernvale recently purchased four -

this equipment across the community should an urgent health need arise.

Somerset Region Community Enterprises Ltd chairman Aaron Heck said proven track record.

“While no one wants to think they may ever need

such equipment, the detrack record in times of emergency for saving lives,” Mr Heck said. Minden Baptist Church

to receive one of the live-saving devices, with Reverend Bruce Eckers-

Malcolm Sippel.

Bank manager Caroline Bradley and Lowood Golf

and visitors in the event of a medical emergency.

Mr Heck has advised

the Folk Art Cooperative in Lowood.

Contributed by Somerset Region Community Enterprises Ltd

whiplash injuries.

Mr Bowers and Ms Sippel want drivers to take the time to look twice for cyclists.

“There are cyclists on the

road and we’re allowed to be there, but please see us,” Ms Sippel said.

Street Smarts Queensland advises drivers to give cyclists 1m of space if travelling under 60kmph, or 1.5m when travelling over 60kmph.

Ms Sippel said the roads were not ideal for cyclists and ultimately she would like to see them improved to accommodate bikes.

“There are certainly more and more people who are cycling,” Ms Sippel said.

“I’d really love it if there were a bike lane that I didn’t have to be near cars at all.”

Until such bike lanes are installed, the cyclists are asking for their fellow road users’ respect.

“I know we’re small, but if you see us give us a bit of respect,” Mr Bowers said.

RATE RECOVERY

SOMERSET Regional Council (SRC) has approved starting sale of land action to recover rates.

Councillor Cheryl Gaedtke

“While we would prefer not to go down this path, paying rates is not optional,” she said.

Properties are located throughout Somerset Coominya, Esk, Fernvale, Harlin, Kilcoy, Lowood, Minden, Mount Hallen, Somerset Dam, Toogoolawah, Villeneuve and Wanora. DEVELOPMENT REJECTED

earmarked for Fernvale. The development

Road, Fernvale.

said the application was deemed not to meet the requirements of the Somerset Region Planning Scheme.

“Reasons for refusal included inconsistencies with settlement pattern, overall density, minimum lot size, safe pedestrian access and development sequencing,” he said.

EMERGENCY SERVICES

Fire and Emergency Services

Mayor Graeme Lehmann

Somerset.

Kirsten Sippel and Trent Bowers have both been struck by vehicles while cycling. They are calling on road users to look twice for cyclists and potentially save a life.

PHOTO: GRACE CRICHTON

Minden Baptist Church Reverend Bruce Eckersley received Bendigo Community Bank Lowood-Fernvale director Malcolm Sippel. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

Road safety crack down on dangerous driving this Easter

POLICE were out in force across the state’s roads over the school holidays to crack down on dangerous driving.

Operation Victor Easter, QPS’s Easter road safety campaign, ran from April 1 to 16.

Queensland police issued drivers over the Easter long weekend, including 1,217 to speeding drivers, while 363 motorists were caught while of drugs or alcohol.

Acting Assistant Commissioner Chris Stream said police were pleased with driver behaviour but there were still many preventable incidents putting lives in danger.

“This is simply not acceptable – this is behaviour that puts their lives, their passengers and others in the community at risk.”

There were three drink from April 14 to 16.

On April 9, a motorist travelling at 105kmph in a

60 zone.

Lowood Police Station -

geant James Bromley said the Ipswich District Highway patrol division issued 83

for exceeding the speed

He said it was a great result but some drivers’ be-

haviour was disappointing.

“It is disappointing to see that some motorists are not changing their bad habits and placing members of the public at risk,” he said.

VMS BOARDS ACTIVE

VARIABLE Message Signs

(VMS) have been installed at Hatton Vale and Withcott.

Mayor Tanya Milligan said the VMS would form part of council’s disaster preparedness and response suite of tools.

“The VMS form part of council’s commitment to improve communication with the traveling public, enhance safety, and promote greater situational awareness among motorists,” she said.

The VMS will be used for a variety of messages, including incidents/hazards, community safety, disaster preparedness campaigns, regional information, and major events.

SILO PROJECT

Residents can have their say on the draft designs for a vital component of the Forest Hill Silos Mural Project.

Community consultation on the overall silo mural project was completed in July 2021.

LOCKYER Valley residents now have immediate

advice with Lockyer Valley Regional Council’s (LVRC) new Flood Information Portal (FIP).

The FIP was developed over several years with the assistance of specialised consultants and with thanks to funding support from the Queensland Government through the Innovation and Improve-

ment Fund.

LVRC Councillor for Planning and Development

Rick Vela said the portal

“This service allows council to consolidate the used in the past into a sleek, automated online system – with reports generated online for free, in just minutes,” he said.

While other councils

LVRC’s FIP specialises in -

formation, ideal for larger rural and rural residential constraints can vary widely within a lot.

“Landowners and developers will be better constraints, and this will improve the quality and appropriateness of development proposals,” Cr

Vela said.

The FIP is accessible via computer and quickly produces a report highlighting the engineering parameters like depth, velocity, and hazard of the water at those locations.

processing and ground truthing of the data has resulted in an accurate and reliable resource for our community,” Cr Vela said.

Cr Vela said the FIP pro-

vided data for calibrated events from 2011, 2013 and 2017, in addition to modelled events.

“Other calibrated events, including the available over time,” he said.

“We are grateful to the Queensland Government for their funding assistance.”

Visit the FIP at lockyervalley.qld.gov.au

Council received strong community support for the art project, while key themes for the artwork

To view the concept designs and options to provide feedback, visit lockyervalley. engagementhub.com. au or attend a pop-up consultations at 33 Victoria St Forest Hill on:

April 22, 9am – 12pm

April 26, 3pm – 6pm

April 30, 9am – 12pm

May 2, 3pm – 6pm

Queensland Police increased RBTs over the long weekend as part of their Easter road safety campaign.

PHOTO: QPS MEDIA

Community help for veterans support

BY JESSE HAMILTON

The AUSTRALIAN Veteran Support Connect group in Lowood have received a helpful gesture of support from the community, with $1600 raised at a cent auction to increase mental health advocacy for veterans.

Orchestrated by the Lowood Craft Group, the cent auction comprised of prizes donated by the community and materials created by the crafts group.

Lowood Craft Group member Dawn Lange said the money raised was a true “90 per cent of what we had as prizes was donated from around the community,” she said.

“We also had home-made cards and crochet blankets for prizes that the crafts

group made.”

Ms Lange said the craft group were just returning the favour of support the veteran’s group had shown them.

“We were looking for a room to hire for our craft this one, and because they’ve been so good to us, we decid-

ed to raise money for them,” she said.

Veteran’s Advocacy Community of Practice chairman Peter Ryan said the group are here to support the veterans and Lowood community.

“We are a community practice, it’s all about the Lowood community so that

by Marita FitzGerald

Locks lopped off

WHEN asked why she was shaving for a cure, Sarajane Roberts said, ‘because I can’.

She went under the clippers on April 14 at Liam’s Gatton Barber Shop.

the craft groups and so forth can come in here, we also run a JP centre here,” he said.

“We have advocates all over Australia that help veterans with their claims.”

The cent auction had over 130 prizes donated from businesses and the greater community.

It is the second time she has participated in World’s Greatest Shave and is no stranger to taking part in fundraising.

“I used to do the 40 Hour Famine when I was younger, every year,” she said.

“My little fella, he does

the MS read-a-thon and all that sort of stuff, so I though I’ll do something.”

For Sarajane, supporting a variety of charities close to you.

“Somebody you know could be affected by any of them, really,” she said.

Sarajane’s goal is to raise $300.

Donations can be made at my.leukaemiafoundation.org.au/sarajaneroberts or at Liam’s Gatton Barber Shop.

Lowood Craft Group members Dawn Lange, Debbi Jeffery, Barb Hurst and Gabby Yesler, with Australian Veteran Support Connect members Mark Anthony, Ron Price and Peter Ryan. PHOTO: JESSE HAMILTON

Sarajane Roberts chopped her locks for the World’s Greatest Shave, with the help of Gatton barber Liam Monaghan.

PHOTO: GRACE CRICHTON

PCYC preparing local teens for future career pathways

BY JACOB HAYDEN

PCYC FERNVALE is launching its Get Set for Work program on April 24, inviting young people aged 15 to 19 years who are not at school or at risk of leaving school early to learn the skills needed to transition to employment.

Program coordinator Matoya Waters said the 10-

and Vocational Pathways, resume and cover letter writing classes, interview practice and preparation, industry visits and more.

“During those 10 weeks we have a Registered Training Organisation come two days a week and they units,” Miss Waters said.

“When participants are not doing their training they un-

Pool trial extension

cards, blue cards and relevant licences.”

Miss Waters said PCYC Queensland is all about building safer, healthier communities through youth development and programs like Get Set to Work help achieve this.

“We’re here to help young people explore opportunities and equip them to achieve success by giving them the practical skills and helping them understand the expectations when it comes to going to work,” she said.

The Get Set for Work program receives funding support from the Queensland Government’s Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative.

dertake industry visits, work experience and volunteering.

“We’ve also got headspace, Drug ARM, and being a PCYC, the Queensland Police are coming along to

share information too.”

Youth worker Kate Pates said the program is free to partipants and they get free access to the PCYC gym while enrolled.

nity to learn and, yes, get set for work,” Miss Pates said. “Participants also get to courses, RSAs, RSGs, white

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Enquire by visiting PCYC Fernvale, via Facebook, calling 0498 565 582, or by emailing matoya.waters@ pcyc.org.au

SOMERSET Regional Council has placed the Lowood Pool season extension under trial to decide whether it is viable for future years.

The pool’s season was extended from April 17 to May 15, with the pool’s usage, contractor viability and overall cost to be examined.

Councillor Cheryl Gaedtke encouraged the community to make the most of the trial.

“I encourage all Lowood Fernvale residents to hop in there and build those numbers up and use it in the way it should be used so we can actually budget funds against it in the future,” she said.

In 2014 an extension trial was conducted following the installation of electrical heat pumps, the results of which did not warrant an extension.

PCYC Fernvale youth worker Kate Pates and Get Set for Work program coordinator Matoya Waters.

PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

Heritage of the Lockyer returns

BY JESSE HAMILTON

THE LOCKYER Valley Heritage Festival is back again on April 22 and residents and visitors are encouraged to come and indulge in the region’s rich history with a

The festival will be hosted by Laidley Pioneer Village and Museum, Das Neumann Haus Museum, and Gatton and District Historical

Laidley Pioneer Village vice president Ron Johnstone welcomed all to join in on a

“Come along to the village, we’ll have some woodworking displays, some sheep

“We’re also going to have some historical organs, and the spinners and weavers will be coming from Ipswich as well as a small animals

Das Neumann Haus president Marion Davis said the Heritage Festival allowed

people to step back in time and experience how people

“We’ve got the Clydesdale horses, so people can be taken around in the carriage for

Das Neumann Haus will

showcase the region’s German heritage, with market stalls featuring jewellery and books, and live music from

The Gatton Historical Village will be showcasing the heritage of the region with

a working engine shed and tractors on display as well as

Lockyer Valley Regional Council Mayor Tanya Milligan said the Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival was an opportunity to showcase

some of the history of the region and celebrate its unique

“The Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival is a family-friendly event that continues to grow in attendance

of the region’s heritage, the

People are encouraged to dress up in period costumes for the day, entry is free with

Years My Home’ at Glen Rock

Artist Robin GarlandSticovich with ‘Afternoon Light’ (right) and a piece of her husband Antonio Sticovich’s woodwork collection, ‘Egret’, at

Esk

PHOTO: JACOB HAYDEN

The Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival returns in 2023 with a host of fun activities on throughout the day to celebrate the region’s heritage.PHOTO: FILE

Snake catchers

line of defence when dealing with snakes.

Pictured: Lachlan Stenzel from Stenzel’s Wildlife Relocations and Krys Beattie and Chris Jennings from Lockyer Valley Snake Catchers.

‘Surviving a bite is in your control’

BY JACOB HAYDEN

THE COMMUNITY asked for it, and the snake experts delivered.

On Saturday night, April 15, Dr Christina Zdenek and Chris Hay visited Hatton Vale State School and presented Lockyer Valley residents with useful tips and tricks for what to do, and what not to do, when dealing with venomous snakes.

Dr Zdenek said the pair came from a science backthey approached the night. Discussions were based

primarily on red-bellied black and eastern brown snakes, both common to the Lockyer Valley and surrounds.

“As long as a snake is you want to treat them all the same,” Dr Zdenek said.

“The most dangerous snake is the one that just bit you, so you want to prevent that from happening.”

Mr Hay said snakes would do everything they can to avoid biting humans.

“If you want the thing gone, please consider using a snake catcher,” he said.

The presenters’ key take-

Tuesday 25 April 2023

April 25, 2023 marks the 108th anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War. All current and ex-service men and women, people representing ex-service personnel, schools, and sporting and community groups are invited to participate in Anzac Day Marches. It is preferred that uniforms are worn. Everyone is welcome to attend the Anzac Day Services across the region and/or register for the RSL’s Light up the Dawn 2023 at 6am.

Forest Hill

9am Gather at cnr Church and Victoria Street

9.15am Service commences

Contact:laidleyrsl@bigpond.com or 0428 198 333

Gatton

AUSLAN INTERPRETER AT MAIN SERVICE at 10.30am

4.20am Gather at the Anzac Memorial Park, Littleton Park

4.25amDawn Service commences

10am March assembles outside the Council office in North Street

aways for visitors were:

Snakes are cowards

Give snakes space to stay safe

Do not insert yourself into a dangerous situation

Train your dog not to chase reptiles

Keep cats indoors for their safety and that of wildlife’s Surviving a snakebite is in your control

And pressure-immobilisation saves lives

Event organiser Deb Larcombe said the community asked for the event, and she hoped every visitor took something away.

Helping reduce weed infestations

WEED infestation threatens our remaining stands of vine thicket rainforest in the Lockyer Valley.

Volunteer Lockyer Uplands Catchment Inc (LUCI) members have been working in the Dwyers Scrub Conservation Park in cooperation with Queensland National Parks for years to help reduce weed impact and check wildlife activity.

Koala, glossy black cockatoo and black breasted button quail are just some of the fauna closely monitored via audio and camera devices.

Anyone who is concerned about protecting our diverse western Lockyer Valley ecosystems will be happy to know many locals are involved and doing great work.

LUCI and is made up from landowners, citizens and a crack team within LVRC.

They believe in having fun and increasing social connectivity is a big part of volunteering.

Anyone can join and is welcome to come on the biodiversity walks and talks with access to some and fauna scientists.

If you are a concerned citizen, a farmer or own

a block of land, having knowledge is vital.

LUCI’s strategic vision is to improve native habitat connectivity across private and public tenure in our local landscape and contribute to greater connectivity across the Main Range-Helidon Hills corridor.

For more info go to www.lockyeruplandscatchmentsinc.org.au

CONTRIBUTED

10.30am March commences to Boer War Memorial and Littleton Park

Contact: 0419 653 897

Grantham / Ma Ma Creek

7.30pm Service commences at the Ma Ma Creek Community Hall

8.30pm Light supper provided

Contact:0499 508 528

Hatton Vale

7.30am Service commences at Hatton Vale Memorial, cnr Australia II Drive and Thallon Road

Contact: laidleyrsl@bigpond.com or 0405 247 270

Helidon

12.15pm March assembles at Helidon Railyard

12.30pm March commences to Helidon Memorial

1.15pmRefreshments at the Helidon RSL

Contact:0417 718 226 or 4697 6508 (after 4pm)

Laidley

4.20am Gather at the Anzac Memorial Park, Patrick Street

4.25am Dawn Service commences

10.20am March assembles outside the Anglican Church, Ambrose Street

10.40am March commences to Anzac Memorial

Contact: laidleyrsl@bigpond.com or 0497 087 383

Murphys Creek

10am Service commences at Murphys Creek Grounds

10.45amLight refreshments at Murphys Creek Community Centre

Contact: 0418 457 411

Withcott

7.45am Gather at Withcott Memorial, Meadows Road

8am Service commences

8 her Wi W thcott t Memor o ial, vice e co c mm m ence c s

9amLight refreshments at the Withcott Hotel

Contact:0458 410 711

t re r frreseshments at t thhe e Wi W th t co c tt t Hot o el e 8 0 1

PHOTO: JACOB HAYDEN

Lockyer Uplands Catchment Volunteers.

PHOTO: LUCI

Break down taboos on military suicide

MIKENOWLA CONTRIBUTED

BY MIKE NOWLAN VOLUNTEER BEYOND BLUE SPEAKER

LAST year at Laidley’s Anzac Day service, Salvation Army Chaplain BJ Moulder spoke about suicide in the armed forces.

I had never heard suicide mentioned at an RSL service before and I was surprised as well as extremely pleased.

From 2001 to 2019, 1273 Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel took their own lives.

Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide was tabled in Parliament on August 11, 2022.

Findings of the report include recognition of the unique nature of military service and its

impacts.

Data shows that the suicide of ex-service males is almost three times that of permanent defence personnel and ADF reserves, and 24% higher than the civilian male population.

Sadly, the female ex-service suicide rate is double that of civilian females.

Unfortunately, the suicide

rate of ex-service personnel who were discharged for medical or other reasons is much higher than those who completed their service time.

It could be concluded that issues arising before their discharge have led to such a high rate of suicide amongst those discharged before their completed time.

Every Anzac Day we rememmade by past and current service personnel. We should also remember those who died at their own hands.

When depression takes control of your mind, you think thoughts and do things that are not of your doing.

Your local Anzac Day services and marches

COOMINYA March from Railway Park at 9.15am, service at 9.30am in Memorial Park.

ESK at Esk Cenotaph, dawn service 5am followed at 10.40am and service at 11am.

FERNVALE 8am at Fernvale Memorial Park.

FOREST HILL march at 9am from corner of Church and Victoria Sts, service at 9.15am at Memorial Park.

GATTON dawn service at

Littleton park at 4.25am, march from North St at service at Littleton Park.

GRANTHAM/MA MA

CREEK 7.30pm at Ma Ma Creek Community Hall.

GRANDCHESTER 6am at Bigges Camp Park.

HATTON VALE 7.30am at Hatton Vale Memorial.

HELIDON march at 12.30pm from Helidon Railyard, luncheon to follow.

KILCOY dawn service at

5.15am at the cenotaph, march at 10.30am from Anzac Park, 11am service at Kilcoy RSL.

LAIDLEY dawn service

Anzac Memorial Park at 4.25am, march from Ambrose St at 10.40am.

LINVILLE dawn service at 5am, service at 8am, cenotaph in George St. LOWOOD dawn service in Clock Park at 4.30am

breakfast, service at 10am at Lowood High School hall.

MARBURG march from Church of Christ at 7.20am, service at Marburg Heritage Centre at 7.30am.

MURPHYS CREEK service at 10am at Murphys Creek Grounds followed by light refreshments.

ROSEWOOD dawn march at 4.20am from Rising Sun Hotel to Memorial Hall, service at 4.28am. March from cnr John and William Sts at 9am followed by service at Memorial Hall at 9.30am.

Taking your own life is not a conscious deliberate decision; the many varied stress factors in your life can allow depression to take total control of your life.

Chaplain Moulder commented that ‘raising community awareness and breaking down the taboo is one very important way to make progress in preventing suicide.’

Remember, it is not what goes wrong in your life that matters.

It is what you do about it that counts.

Beyond Blue Support: 1300224636

Lifeline: 131114

Open Arms Veterans and families counselling: 1800 011 046

TOOGOOLAWAH dawn service at 5am at McConnel Park cenotaph, march at 10.30am for service at 11am at cenotaph.

WATTS BRIDGE 10am at Watts Bridge Memorial

WITHCOTT service at 8am at Withcott Memorial, Meadows Rd. Refreshments at Withcott Hotel to follow.

Contact your local RSL sub branch for information.

Jimna gets ready to rock

THIS MAY Day long weekend, the Somerset countryside will come alive with the sounds of classic rock at Jimna Rocks.

Curated by Karen Andrews of MMK Music Promotions, this unique festival features 24 exceptional musical acts

from southeast Queensland.

Now in its third year, the festival celebrates the timeless spirit of rock and proves that ‘they don’t make ‘em like they used to’ is a myth.

Jimna Rocks takes place at the scenic Jimna Base Camp.

With family-friendly

camping facilities amidst lush Australian bushland and national parks, this grassroots to support talented musicians and help revive the arts and cultural scene after a challenging pandemic period.

In addition to the fantastic

line-up of musicians, the Jimna community will host a two-day market from 9am2pm at the community hall.

The festival is BYO, with the nearest facilities 35km away in Kilcoy.

The Jimna Cricket Club bar will also be open for a cold

beer on Saturday and Sunday.

Additionally, for the culture vultures among you, paint ‘n’ sip classes will be held as a welcome moment of serenity amidst the antics.

Soul Sistas and Wild Thingz Market stall will be back again on site this year

for all your festival fashion. Jimna Rocks invites you to reconnect with live music, celebrate iconic sounds from the past, and experience the magic of live performances in a stunning outdoor setting. Secure your tickets through Moshtix and Eventbrite.

Jimna Rock Festival 2023 brings a fantastic line-up of musicians to the bush.

PHOTOS: CONTRIBUTED

BY JESSE HAMILTON

FASHION lovers are getting ready to dress up in their

on April 22.

Doors open at 6:30pm, 8:30pm, featuring dance provide the night’s music.

secretary Susan Kunde saidand dance moves.

body because they like dressthey can do,” she said.

“They get dressed up in admission to, and special privileges at the Marburg

“They get invited to the said.

Last year’s Marburg rural

on to be the West Moretonthe region at this year’s Ekka.

against other sub chambers the agricultural sector.

involvement in agriculturalricultural sector in general,” he said.

JUNIOR SHOW

SHOW PRINCE & PRINCESS (13-17yrs inclusive)

SHOW QUEEN & JUNIOR SHOW MALE (18-30yrs inclusive)

JUNIOR SHOW MATRON (31-50yrs inclusive)

SENIOR SHOW MATRON & SENIOR SHOW MALE (51yrs & over)

“One of the things that I the rural sector.”

The Marburg Show Ball is back again this year with plenty of prizes to be won and an opportunity to attend the Marburg Agricultural Show for the winners.

PHOTO: MARBURG SHOW SOCIETY

Teaching tolerance from island to valley

BY GRACE CRICHTON

A RESPECTED Elder and community member, Milton Walit has always taught ‘think before you speak’.

Uncle Milton grew up on Thursday Island with nine brothers and learnt cultural traditions and protocols from the Aunties and Uncles. He came to Australia in the 1990s and has worked with the defence force and police service.

“It was wonderful and also adventurous… it was a big change,” he said. His role with QPS was in the Indigenous workforce group, helping bridge the divide between First Nations people and law enforcement.

“I was working as a public servant with the QPS and approaching our people,” he said.

This role in Ipswich was an ‘eye-opener’.

His approach was to teach patience and not speak out in anger, a principle he continues to live by.

“’Don’t get angry,’ I say,” he said.

“If I’m too quick to judge you instead of thinking what you’re saying to me, then I’ll retaliate back to you straight up, without thinking.

“Then you walk away going ‘oh I’m an idiot to say that’, too late!

“Your words are out there.”

Uncle Milton was awarded the Mayoral Award at this year’s Lockyer Valley Australia Day Ceremony, an acknowledgement of his contribution to the Lockyer Valley community.

He met with the Traditional Owners of the Lockyer Valley before moving to Laidley from Ipswich.

“The Elders know who you are, what your role is to become,” he said.

“Once an Elder said to me ‘hey, you’re from the sea, not from the land’.

“He said ‘don’t feel like you’re a stranger here, you’re quite welcome’.”

Although he retired in 2013, Uncle Milton has not stopped using the skills he learnt in public service to preach patience and understanding.

He now works with West Moreton and Darling Downs Health boards and the Indigenous Voice to Parliament.

Societal attitudes have changed in his lifetime, but he still witnesses racism.

“It’s still there, it’s still there, but it’s up to the individual,” he said.

“I can go up to you and see the hatred in your face and be humble and respectful.

“I will sit down with you, whether you like it or not, and make you realise that no no no no, we are the same.”

CNR DRAYTON AND PIONEER STREETS, LAIDLEY - ENTRY BY DONATION | 8AM TO 3PM

Historical Organ recitals in the Pioneer Chapel (by Gary Young fromHolmwood Lavender Farm)

“Big Brekky” plus all day menu

Entertainment by local musicians

Small engines displays

Woodworking displays

Blacksmith shop

Vintage cars & farm machinery

Spinners and Weavers,

Fine Artisans of Ipswich

Highland dancers

Sheep shearing demonstrations

Village Artwork Display

-Robbie Greer

Small Animal Display -

SUNDAY 23RD APRIL | 11AM-4.30PM

door prize. BYO lunch

Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival

*All information is correct at time of printing

CNR PATRICK AND WILLIAM STREETS, LAIDLEY - FREE ENTRY | 9AMTO 3PM

Free entry to house museum Markets

Horse-drawn carriage rides

FERRARI PARK, LAIDLEY | 7AM - 12PM

Live Music Kids balloons and face painting Markets

SUPPORTED BY

Uncle Milton Walit spent decades in public service and continues to advocate for the First Nations community.

PHOTO: GRACE CRICHTON

Black Duck brings home two ribbons

BY JACOB HAYDEN

BLACK Duck Charolais

Sydney Royal Easter Showing to Junction View with

Black Duck owner Greg Nicholson’s two most recent

Duck Thor and Black Duck

Mr Nicholson said Black -

-weeks and we’ll prepare them

“I’m not going to com-

He thanked Graham-

Mr Blanch said Black Duck Charolais’ herd has -

Mr Nicholson has his eye

set on the 2024 Sydney Royal

“Now to start planning on Greg thanked Pinedock Fit-

11-month-old embryo calf Black Duck Thor placed 2nd in the 9-12 month junior bull class at the Sydney Royal Easter Show. PHOTOS: BLACK DUCK CHAROLAIS

8-month-old Black Duck Top Gun is an embryo calf out of Black Duck Charolais’ Royal Sydney junior champion 2 years ago.

The rodeo returns to Toogoolawah

BY JACOB HAYDEN

THE TOOGOOLAWAH

Charity Rodeo returned for a big show on Saturday April 15.

Cowboys and cowgirls from across the region giddied up and showed Toogoolawah what they were made of in the day-long event.

Rodeo treasurer Tania Lukritz said the event had been delayed due to

this year the rodeo needed to give back to itself.

“Last year when the rain came through we had a lot of expenses to pay for but no been a total claw-back... then next year it’s done and we can re-focus.”

The rodeo hosted various community groups including Toogoolawah State School P&C and the Brisbane Valley Pony and Hack Club.

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LEFT: Former rookie champion 2019, Warwick’s Blake Weier competing in calf roping at Toogoolawah.

RIGHT: Lowood’s Abby Hingst competing in U18 roping, scoring 4.246 + 10 seconds.

BELOW: Toogoolawah State School P&C amongst other community groups kept bellies full and crowds happy on Saturday.

Brisbane rodeo lovers Jamie and Sharon Reid try to come to every Toogoolawah Charity Rodeo. PHOTOS: JACOB HAYDEN

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The show societies need stewards

BY GRACE CRICHTON

LOVE ag shows? They need your help.

Laidley Show Society is looking for volunteers and stewards to step up and lend a hand at this year’s show.

Laidley Show Society president Craig Wass said they were after chief stewards for the produce, cattle, and photography sections, and to run the ute show.

“Photography we have a steward… but we’re trying out,” he said.

“Produce, we don’t have any steward.”

Mr Wass said people do not need to have extensive knowledge to be able to take on the role.

“You say chief steward and people think they need to know a lot about it, but they don’t,” he said.

“You don’t need to be an

expert in anything.

“If you know what vegehead start.”

not go ahead unless the is prepared to take on a chief steward’s role.

At this stage, the show not be a cattle section this year.

prepared to do the cattle, we it,” Mr Wass said.

“We’re working on the cattle.”

Lack of volunteers is not unique to the Laidley Show Society.

“Every show society needs volunteers,” Mr Wass said.

“Whether it’s helping in

the canteen, or helping out in

“I don’t know whether it’s COVID, whether it’s the way the world is now, all show societies are struggling with volunteers.”

Contact Laidley Show Society on 07 5465 1284, or visit the showgrounds on Tuesdays. Consider reaching out to your local show society and

Laidley Show Society is calling for more volunteers to keep sections running.

PHOTO: FILE

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‘Fun Machine’ Saphire Blue T-Bucket

BY DAVID GREER

LOCKYER man and longtime avid Ford enthusiast his immaculate 1923 Ford T-Bucket for this week’s My Ride feature.

Keith said he had always wanted to get an open-top car as they don’t make anything like them anymore, so when he saw the T-Bucket for sale in 2017, he jumped at the opportunity.

“The previous owner had restored the T-Bucket, and the work done was outstanding in every way, from the motor to the body and suspension setup,” he said.

The T-Bucket was built with all Ford parts, the motor being a stroked 302 Cleveland with worked heads, a special grind cam to match and twin 680 Holley carbs sitting on top of a high-rise manifold.

The car’s motor was manufactured by Kostecki Engine Centre, Morley, WA, who are known for their involvement in building motors for the Australian V8 Supercars.

Keith said there was nothing like a ride in an opentop beast of a machine like

the T-Bucket with the wind whirling in your face.

After a couple of years of ownership, Keith said he made the hard decision to

sell the T-Bucket in 2019 to have funds for a race car he planned to compete with.

Keith admitted that he missed the vehicle the day it

left his possession. “I asked the new owner to let me know if they ever wanted to sell it to give me

he said.

“I got the call saying it was going up for sale as the then-owner was venturing into a property purchase, and

it took me less than one second to buy it back last year in 2022.”

Keith has raced cars for 54 years, from go-karts to sports sedans, and said this year would probably be his last.

“The T-Bucket will be my fun car, it always puts a smile on adults’ and kids’ faces at car shows, and anywhere they spot it,” he said.

Keith used the T-Bucket last year for a formal school ride, photo shoots, and a dying man’s last wish to ride in a T-Bucket.

Keith has won a couple of trophies and hopes there will be more in the future while he and his family enjoy the T-Bucket for years to come.

Keith Edwards’ 1923 Ford T-Bucket, known affectionately the ‘Fun Machine’.

PHOTOS: DAVID GREER

The T-Bucket was built with all Ford parts.

There’s nothing like a ride in an open top beast.

Kona brims tech, comfort, convenience

THE NEW generation Hyundai Kona small SUV has arrived.

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

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

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

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

apply this iconic design.ter is embodied by rugged

wheel arch cladding with integrated front and rear lamps, side panels with dynamic wedge proportions and char-

acteristic chrome moulding that runs from the belt line to the spoiler. Its specially designed

spoke 19-inch wheel design

The all-new KONA provides roomier, more versatile

interior space for increased passenger comfort and easy cargo storage.

In addition, the column-type electric shift-bywire gear selector set behind the steering wheel allows more space for an open, clean console structure that can be used for cupholders or storage for big bags.

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

The new generation system updates are easy with electronic control technology through Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates. The customisable smart power tailgate opening is an added convenience for drivers.

Adventist Community

Kitchen 1st 2nd 3rd and 5th Monday of the month, 5.15pm-6.45pm, free meals all welcome, 49 North St Gatton 0419658914

Al-Anon 6pm Mon Lutheran Hall Spencer St Gatton

0488216123

Alcoholics Anonymous

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

Lutheran Hall Minden

Boutique Market 9am-2pm 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 Community Centre 54623355

CWA Craft & Friendship

Day 3rd Thu/mth 9am12pm Glamorgan Vale hall 0459320538

Devotional Meeting, all

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

Digital Tech Hub 12pm Thu Lockyer Community Centre 54623355

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

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

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

Esk CWA Intergenerational Playgroup for ages 0100, 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

Fernvale Art Group Thu 9.30am-12.30pm, GFernvale Community Hall, 0407072926

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

Laidley Garden Club

9.30am 2nd Mon/mth

Laidley Cultural Centre function room 0413136861

Laidley Indoor Bowls Club Mon 6pm-9pm Laidley

Cultural Centre 0408 631

292

Laidley Weight Support Group Inc. 9am Wed

Laidley RSL 0403501170

Lockie's Toy Club toy library program Lockyer

Community Centre

54623355

Lockyer Ladies Seniors Support Group 2nd & 4th Tue/mth, 9.30am-12pm, 18

Tryhorn St Grantaham, 0438765212 or 0409676526

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

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

Lockyer Valley Celtic

Pipeband Wed 6pm-8pm

Grantham Butter Factory

1st Sat/mth Lake Apex 0447003423

Lockyer Valley Dog Training Club 6.30pm Mon

Laidley Showgrounds Facebook or 0428048823

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

Lockyer Valley Orchid Society 1st Tue/mth Gatton

Showgrounds room under grandstands 0409475504

Lockyer Valley Tai Chi for Health Wed 10am Lowood

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

Lockyer Valley Toastmaster Club 7pm 2nd & 4th

Thu/mth, Gatton Senior Citizens Centre 54627576

Lockyer Valley Writers Group 1-3pm 2nd Tue/mth

Gatton Library, 4th Tue/mth

Laidley Library, lockyervalleywriters@gmail.com

Lockyer Woodcrafters

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

Lowood Community Action Group 2nd Tue/mth

6.30pm at Lowood Darts Club 0407279412 or FB

Lowood Craft Group

9.30am Fri Lowood RSL Sub Branch 0409343446

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

Lowood Show Society

7.30pm 1st Mon/mth, Lowood Showgrounds 0407674864 or 0403464338

Lowood Slimmers Tue

5.30pm Lowood Show Hall 54261468

Midweek Market Wed 9am

Hypatia’s House, 151 Patrick St Laidley 0448326246

Mulgowie Farmers Market

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

Mt Beppo Art Group Wed 9am-1pm, Community Hall 916 Mt Bepp Rd, 0437197381

My Local Market Plainland 7am-12pm 3rd Sun/ mth Porters 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 MarburgRosewood Rd Tallegalla 0417079426

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

Rosewood Seniors Group

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

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

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3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.30 The Italians. 3.40 The Cook Up. 4.10 Elizabeth: Into The Storm. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust.

News. 7.35 Wrecks That Changed The World. 8.30 Walking Britain’s Lost Railways. 9.25 Exploring Northern Ireland. 10.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 Golf. LIV Golf League Adelaide. First round.

tv guide April19–25

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (PG, 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. (PG, R)

7.30 Father Brown. (M, R)

8.30 Murdoch Mysteries. (M)

9.30 Kavanagh QC. (PG, R)

11.15 Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R)

12.15 Father Brown. (M, R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (PG, R)

7.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R)

8.30 Escape To The Country.

9.30 Impossible Builds. (PG)

10.30 Australia’s Most Amazing 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)

7.00 The Vicar Of Dibley. (PG, R)

7.50 Mrs Brown’s Boys. (M, R)

9.00 Chris Tarrant’s Extreme Railways. (PG, R)

10.00 Billy Connolly’s Tracks Across America. (PG, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (PG, R)

7.30 Doc Martin.

11.00 Movie: Charlie’s Angels. (2019) (M, R)

1.30 Last Stop Garage.

2.00 Irish Pickers. (PG, R)

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

8.30 Movie: Wrath Of Man. (2021) (MA15+)

11.00 Movie: RocknRolla. (2008) (MA15+, R)

1.30 Blokesworld. (PG, R)

2.00 Border Security: International. (PG, R)

6.00pm American Pickers. (PG)

7.00 Football. AFL. Round 6. Melbourne v Richmond.

10.30 AFL Post-Game Show.

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

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Outback Truckers.

5.30pm Dr Quinn, Medicine Woman. (PG, R)

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 As Time Goes By. (R)

8.50 Midsomer Murders.

(M, R)

10.50 Law & Order. (M, R)

11.50 Footy Classified. (M)

5.30pm Dr Quinn, Medicine Woman. (PG, R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow.

7.30 RBT. (PG, R)

8.30 Paramedics. (M, R)

9.30 Embarrassing Bodies. (MA15+)

10.30 Silent Witness. (MA15+, R)

5.30pm Dr Quinn, Medicine Woman. (PG, R)

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 Escape To

6.30 Friends. (PG, R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

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

11.00 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

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

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Friends. (R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R)

11.00 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

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

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Friends. (PG, R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.30 Two And A Half Men. (PG, R)

10.30 Charmed. (M)

11.30 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

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

6.25 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

10.15 Friends. (PG, R)

12.15 Home Shopping. (R)

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

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

(PG, R)

8.30 Movie: The Great Escape. (1963) (PG, R) Steve McQueen, James Garner.

12.00 Major Crimes. (M, 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 Law & Order: SVU. (MA15+, R)

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

5.30pm Dr Quinn, Medicine

6.25 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.00 Friends. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

1.30 Movie: Paris Can Wait. (2016) (PG, R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Friends. (PG, R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R)

11.00 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

1.30 Charmed. (M, R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Friends. (PG, R)

6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG, R)

7.05 Jeopardy! (R)

6.30

(M, R)

8.30 Heavy Tow Truckers Down Under. (M)

9.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. (PG, R)

10.30 Truck Night In America. (PG, R)

R) 10.20 48 Hours: The Shooting Of Lauren Kanarek. (M)

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)

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

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

8.30 One Night In... (M)

9.25 The Machines That Built America. (PG)

10.15 Alone Australia. (M, R)

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APRIL

Wed Apr 19

Threatened Species of Somerset + Landcare Meeting hosted by Brisbane Valley-Kilcoy Landcare, 6.45pm for 7pm start, Kilcoy Visitor Information Centre, guest speaker Dr John Hodgon from Qld Dept of Environment and Science, event open to members and non-members, free event, tea and coffee provided. More details in event on Brisbane Valley-Kilcoy Landcare Facebook page.

Thu Apr 20

Author Talk Laidley Library 1pm, Gatton Library 3pm, Jim Nicholls Book your spot ph 5466 3434 or 5462 0351

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

Sat Apr 22

Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival Das Neumann Haus: Entry is free from 9am to 3pm. Laidley Pioneer Village: Activities and entertainment will be held from 9am – 3pm and entry is by donation. Gatton and District Historical Society 9am-2pm. 0439 588 054 or visit www.luvyalockyer.com.au

Somerset Flavours Banquet Somerset Civic Centre, 6pm, a decadent 5 course degustation menu with paired wines created by three of Brisbane s executive head chefs, menu showcases produce from Somerset. Tickets online through Somerset Civic Centre box office.

Sat Apr 22-Sun 23

Auditions: Charlotte s Web Lockyer Regional

Performing Arts, actors aged 18 years and under welcome, visit lrpa.org.au or visit Facebook event to download audition pack Enq 0488113666

Tue Apr 25

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

Sat Apr 29-Sun Apr 30

Clydesdale & Heavy Horse Field Days Gatton Showgrounds, 6am-5pm, clydsdale and heavy horse displays and demonstrations, dressage, plough ring, horse-drawn vehicles, obstacle courses. 0407928292

Sat Apr 29

Laidley RSL Market 7a,-12pm, free entry, Laidley RSL carpark behind Laidley Cultural Centre 0437717208

Lowood Slimmers Bus Trip Jondaryan Woolshed p/u Lowood 7am, Plainland 7.15am, Gatton 7.30am. 54261468

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

Jimna Rocks Jimna Base Camp, 11am, a festival unlike any other in the region, Jimna Rocks, founded and curated by Karen Andrews of MMK Music Promotions, now in its third year, is a showcase of over 100 musicians (24 acts from southeast QLD and Nth NSW ), weekend camping available or day passes via Moshtix online. Bookings essential no tickets on the gate due to a cap.

0411029564

Coming to Gatton Seniors Centre Gunbarrel Highway Men, Reg Poole, Terry Gordon, Owen Blundell, 13 North St. Gatton, Saturday 29th April, starts at 1pm, $25 Entry, bookings are essential phone Lorelle 0439030 677 or call at The Senior Centre, Monday to Thursday, between 9am & 12pm.

Village of the Doomed Come celebrate all things creepy and macabre! A fun filled fright fest with live entertainment, a bizarre bazaar and great prizes, Laidley Showgrounds, 6pm9.30pm, tickets on sale now. 0448326246 or Visit Facebook event.

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, 9.30am-12.30pm, 0754641544

Kilcoy Multicultural Carnival Yowie Park, 3pm -7pm, live music and cultural performances, children s activities, workshops, stall holders, food vendors, hosted by Somerset Regional Council.

Glenore Grove Dance Commodore 7.30pm11.30pm, $10 includes supper, Glenore Grove Hall 0423849002

Sat May 6

Flora 4 Fauna Volunteer Program 8.30am12.30pm, 16 Wilkinson Plc Grantham, for those interesting in volunteering and learning about Australian bush foods, bush medicines, and more. RSVP email flora4faunaqld@gmail.com

Marburg Dance Anzac Dance, 7pm-11pm Marburg Show Hall, $15, Cappucino, 0409481681

Sun May 7

My Local Market Walloon 7am-12pm behind Walloon Hotel, local farm fresh produce, handmade products, plants succulents and seedlings, live music, lawn games, coffee and breakfast hello@mylocalmarket.net.au

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

Mon May 8

Special Storytime: Geckos Wildlife bring along a camera and get ready to be up close and personal with a range of unique Australian wildlife, 9am at Lowood Library, 11.30am at Kilcoy Library

Fri May 12-Sat May 13

Lockyer Valley Autumn Orchid Show Anglican Church Hall Gatton cnr Railways and Spencer Sts, plant sales, cultural advice, growers stalls, potting requirements, raffles crafts, Fri 9am-4pm Sat 9am-1.30pm.

Sat May 13

Marburg Show Marburg showgrounds, dog judging on Friday May 12.

Ma Ma Creek Community Markets Fresh fruit and vegies, local honey, woodwork, morning teas, artisan soaps, patchwork and sewing, live music, sausage sizzle, face painting and so much more.

Cent Sale at Gatton Seniors Centre, starts at 1pm, afternoon tea supplied, raffles and lucky door prizes. 0439030677

Sun May 14

Mothers Day High Tea Toogoolawah and District History Group fundraising event, RSL Hall, Cairnscroft St Toogoolawah, 10am for 10.30am, cost $25, bookings essential RSVP by May 8. 0433427337 mail@toogoolawahmuseum.org

Wed May 17

Morning Melodies with the Esk Community Choir, morning tea at 10.30am, show at 11am, Somerset Civic Centre. Tickets from civic centre box office.

Thu May 18

Lockyer Valley Koala Forum Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre, 5pm-7.30pm, join koala conservation experts from Lockyer Valley and SEQ for an educational and engaging evening. Join in-person or online. Tickets at Eventbrite.com.au

Sat May 20

Book Sale, Plants & Garage Sale Uniting Church Lockyer congregation, cnr Maitland and Spencer Sts Gatton, tea coffee and sausage sizzle, bring your own bags, from 7am. Afternoon Melodies Gatton Cota Seniors,1pm -4.30pm cost $5. 0439030677

Lowood Show Ball Lowood Showgrounds, 6.30pm, Showgirl and Rural Ambassador awards plus many more, 0419759647 Marburg Dance 7pm-11pm Marburg Show Hall, $15, Rae Blinco 0409481681

Sun May 21

My Local Market Plainland 7am-12pm next to porters Plainland Hotel, market plus jumble, $20 sites second hand welcome, local farm fresh produce, handmade products, plants succulents and seedlings, live music, lawn games, coffee and breakfast hello@mylocalmarket.net.au

Multicultural Festival 10am-3pm Ferrari Park Laidley, all day live entertainment, food trucks galore, and a massive international market. 0448326246 or Visit Facebook event.

Thu May 25

Peace Ladies Stall 8am-11.30am in front of IGA Gatton

List your event here for free email news@tlsindependent.com.au

MOORE WEEKLY STARS

April 17-23, 2023 ARIES

It’s action stations, as Jupiter and the Solar Eclipse turbo-charge your motivation and boost your determination. If you’re lacking than a courageous ram) then spend time with an uber-Aries friend. Hopefully, some of their chutzpah and self-assurance will rub off on you the week is from Aries actress, producer and is everything.”

TAURUS

People are looking to you for powerful leadbe a bossy, stubborn Bull. Aim to be more adaptable and adventurous this week, as you focus attention on helping those around you. Being of service to others sees you glow on the inside. When the Sun shifts into your sign on Thursday, it’s time to sparkle and shine, as you all cylinders, it’s hard for others to resist your

GEMINI

don’t really need. So perhaps it would be best for clever Twins to avoid spontaneous spending sprees … both in person and online. In the on April 17, 1837): “If you have to ask how turns retrograde on Friday so prepare to revise, reboot and re-do.

CANCER

projects and creative collaborations with colleagues are favoured, as you spark ideas off each other and pool your talents to produce something special. The Solar Eclipse and Jupiter increase enthusiasm and encourage rebooting a rickety work relationship that’s you don’t get into an emotional stew over a festering secret, a broken promise or a breach of trust.

LEO

your adventure zone, which is good for travel, relationships with loved ones or colleagues could be stressful as Pluto squares the Sun,cury turns retrograde, which will limit patience, shorten timelines and lengthen frustrations. So you’ll need to be on your best behaviour if

VIRGO

lar Eclipse on Thursday – it’s not an appropriate ahead with projects. Instead, use the time wisely to revise, research and review. Be patient, pace yourself and move ahead slowly in stages.

LIBRA

This week positivity planet Jupiter and the Solar Eclipse energise your relationship zone, so you’re keen to motivate, encourage and inspire others. But are you barking up the wrong tree?

birthday great) Charlotte Bronte: “What you

paying attention to your nightly dreams.

SCORPIO

ic stars encourage you to be proudly proactive as you get your body moving, set challenging daily goals and then actively pursue them. Not sure how to do that? Try rubbing shoulders with your kick-ass Aries friends … they’ll show you how to crank up your motivation and energise your enthusiasm. But – with Pluto squaring the Sun – be careful you don’t stir up trouble and play power games.

SAGITTARIUS

With your sparky Sagittarian mojo and momentum running on high speed, you’re planet) and the Solar Eclipse activate your leisure-and-pleasure zone. So all forms of entertainment will appeal as you socialise with

– be careful you don’t say the wrong thing to the wrong person at work. Think things through before you speak.

CAPRICORN

fresh start involving family plans, a domestic situation, a revamped living space or a new

proceed with a pragmatic attitude plus plenty of tact and caution. As birthday great Charlotte Bronte reminds us: “Look twice before you leap.”

AQUARIUS

square on Thursday, which could reactivate a festering family issue that’s been brewing and stewing. Tonnes of Aquarian tact – and a heap of humility – will get you through. With Jupiter

and educational activities in your local community. When it comes to an ongoing neighbourhood problem, think global and act local.

PISCES

Jupiter and the Solar Eclipse shine a light on person and online); avoid letting negative selftalk drag you down; and stop worrying about the qualities you perceive you don’t have. Be

fuel that will take you where you want to go. As birthday entrepreneur Victoria Beckham says: “If you haven’t got it, fake it.” So your motto for

get there, you’ll be able to see further.”

ACROSS

1 Name a kind of celestial being (6)

7 Bib and brace refers to which item of clothing (8)

8 What is a superior grade of morocco, used for book binding (6)

9 To thaw out, is to do what (8)

10 To be insane is to be what (6)

11 Which term describes inactivity (8)

14 A native of Edinburgh is a what (8)

18 What is the given name of Mr Moore, the associate of Peter Cook (6)

19 To be derisive, is to be what (8)

21 Which term describes blunt in form (6)

22 Name a reclining type of seat (8)

23 What are funeral songs (6)

DOWN

1 Who is commonly regarddiscover America (8)

2 What are baked dinners

called (6)

3 Name a disease of the nervous system - often fatal (8)

4 What is money or riches known as (4)

5 In which establishment are food and drink served (6)

6 What are open spaces in cities (6)

12 Name the master of an inn, etc (8)

13 What is an alternative term for briskness (8)

15 Name a Roman statesman, orator and writer, Marcus ... (6)

16 Which term implies “three times” (6)

17 Who is responsible for the activities of a newspaper (6)

20 What is an authoritative decree, sanction or order (4)

SUDOKU GENERAL CROSSWORD 1016 SOLUTION

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DevotedhusbandtoJoan.BrotherofBrian (Deceased).MuchlovedsonofWilliam& Annie(bothDeceased).NephewofMayand JimO’Brien(bothDeceased),TomandDulcie Hennessy(BothDeceased).Cousinto MargaretO’Brien.

Lockyer Valley Regional Council

MONSTER CLEARANCE SALE

Saturday 29th April Commencing

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ANIMALS & POULTRY

Giveaway greyhound training starter box 0419 221496

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

MISCELLANEOUS

Glass Table Top in excellent condition. Clear glass 1200 mm diameter x 10 mm thick. Phone 0439-885311 Price $30.

Ph Bill 0447 198 691

VITRO CORNIN G CLEAR GLASS 20 PIECE DINNER

SET. never been used. $30.Phone 0428 128 129.

Gymball new with foot pump $ 15 ONO Ph 0484 785 555

Gymball and foot pump NEW $ 15, PH 0484 785 555

2 x Akubra

engraved pattern. Can sent picture.Good condition. $40. Phone 0458585357 Rosewood.

AUTOMOTIVE, PARTS & ACCESSORIES

Left and Right sliding glass windows in frames for Flexiglass canopy $150 0419 221 496

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

EQUIPMENT & APPLIANCES

1 X Bernina 217, Swiss made, one horse power motor runs very smooth and quiet, just serviced $900 ONO Ph 0484 785 555

FURNITURE

Electric bed, queen size $800. Ph: 0447 416 064

Single bed complete with spring base & mattress on casters comes with protector and bedspread, unmarked no stains. Located at Villeneuve $65 PH 0418 886 803

GARDENING

Rooted established Dragon Fruit plants $ 20 Ph 0484 785 555

List your item for free* DEADLINE

2pm FRIDAY

AFL

BRISBANE VALLEY RATTLERS

Brisbane Valley beat Beenleigh 99-57. Rattlers best players: Jye Cruff, Paul Macknamara, Zane Emblen-Reeves, Jimmy Scarce, Joshua Spicer, Jack Treschman.

Rattlers Goal Kickers: Paul Macknamara 4, Jye Cruff 3, Andrew Philp 3, Corey Roulent, Harrison Sippel, Joshua Spicer, Daniel Thompson, Jordan Lyne 1 each.

BOWLS

LAIDLEY INDOOR BOWLS CLUB

GAME 1 M.Tanenov, D.Sempf, D.Windolf & J.Mace 9 d K.Granzien, K.Morrison, K.Degen & K.Windolf 6 V.Zischke, G.Hughes, P.Kubler 10 d M & B Purcell & M.Hughes 8

GAME 2 D.Sempf, P.Kubler, 17 d

D.Windolf & K.Morrison 10

K.Degen, K.Windolf, J.Mace, M.Tanenov,K.Granzien & M.Purcell 16 d

G.Hughes, V Zischke,M.Hughes & B.Purcell 5

GAME 3 K.Morrison, K.Windolf, J.

Mace, K.Degen, D.Windolf, B.Purcell,V. Zischke 14 d M.Purcell, M.Tanenov, D.Sempf, M & G Hughes, & P.Kubler

4. Another enjoyable evening and welcome to new players Gary & Margaret Hughes.

TOOGOOLAWAH BOWLS CLUB

On Tuesday 11th April was Lowood

Pub Day and although a very sad day as Lowood lost one of their long time and well loved members, by all who knew him everyone did a great job of carrying on as Ernst would have wanted us to. Although we were runners up on two occasions, we had a good day Thankyou Lowood for the invite.

On Wednesday 12th April Gerrit Win-

Kath Coughlan travelled to Kilcoy for their pub day and had another great day. Runners up x 2 but that’s bowls. Thankyou Kilcoy for the invite.

On Sunday 16th April we had two pairs games with the winners on the day being Martin Bailey and Judy Hansen.

to see Mike and Judy Hansen from Bongaree Bowls club back again to enjoy the hospitality of our club and town. 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 14th May 2023. All members are invited to attend at 9.00am and to help in the running of the club

by participating in discussions. This is a week later than normal but we have easter the week earlier.

2. Players are required for away 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 29th at 5.30pm for a 6.00pm start. Barby approx. 8.00pm

See you on the Green.

BRIDGE

LOCKYER BRIDGE CLUB

Wednesday 12th April, 2023.

Championship Competition was held with Michelle Porter & Gerry Orrin well out in front with 66.67% - congratulations to this pair.

L Gunthorpe & J Orrin 54.17%, E Bishop & P Hooper 50.00%, W Pickles & R Price 48.33%, J Kuhle & R Drouin 46.67%, S Hooper & P Ziebarth 40.00%.

The Club is always ready to welcome 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 is also at the same venue, The Catholic Community Hall, Maitland Street, Gatton. Pat Ziebarth is the organizer for Tuesday’s play phone 0490 530 734.

GOLF ESK GOLF CLUB

Saturday 15/4/23, American 4Somes

Sponsor Rockies Own Transport

Winner G / N - M Rowe/M Simpson

77/65. R/UP - C Wheeler/M Robson

74/67.625

Mixed Winners - B Gargano/H Gargano(L) 91/71.5

NTP - 1/10 3rd M Robson

Sponsor Brisbane Valley Meats - 8/17

2nd M Robson

Mixed Pair - 7/16 2nd F Pickering(L)

28 players contested the Rockies Own Transport Day. Finally getting some of our younger members making an effort and getting in the winners circle, with Matty Rowe and Matty Simpson taking out the win and Wheels and Robbo taking R/UP Spot. Bob and Heather grabbing the mixed pair prize. Good to see the younger members of our Club getting in there as they are the future of our fantastic little Golf Club. Many thanks to Rockies Own Transport courtesy of David and Julie Lee for sponsoring today’s event and providing some top prizes.

Sunday 16/4/23, 9 Hole Chooky Championship

Winner - G Punch 30nett

R/UP - B Glanville 33, V Scott 33, J Humphrey 33, J Lumsden 35, S Wilson 36, M Scott 38, C Pettet 39, G Steele 40, M Beetz 42

Putting Competition - Matty Scott

15putts

NTP - No 4 V Scott, No 8 2nd S Wilson

Usual players out for our Chooky run, with Punchy taking a good win with Brian getting R/UP Spot after a 3 way count back. Matty Scott winning the Putting Comp after another 3 way count back. Victor taking out the pin shot on no 4 with Shaun again taking No 8 pin. Played with Vic and Jim today and they have both come on heaps lately, good to see. Mario getting worst score which gets him a shot back on his handicap. To cap the day for the second week in a row. Another good day on the Golf Course.

GATTON JUBILEE GOLF CLUB

Medley Single Stableford results, Tuesday 4/4/23

Winner- D Howe 43 points

Runner up- G Gablonski 38 points

Run down- W Fazerkerley 37 points

NTP- #3 W Raddatz

Sporters results, Friday 7/4/23

Winner- TJ McGoldrick 28.5 nett

Runner up- T Linnan 33.5

Run down- T Waikari 34.5, N Pinnell 34.5, J Kuhle 34.5

Medley Single Stableford results, Saturday 8/4/23

Winner- J Raddatz 41 points

Lady Winner- C Osman 36 points

Runner up- T Robinson 39 points

Run down- L Perrett 38, D Woodall 37, P Gray 37

NTP 3 S Brennan, 7 K Groves, 10 J Raddatz, 13 C Creedy, 16 L Briody

Pro Pin #4 C Simon

Birdie Hole #15 T Robinson

Lucky Card $120- C Creedy (Present)

Medley Single Stableford results, Monday 10/4/23

Winner- S Mildren 37 points

Runner up- S Brennan 36 points

Run down- C O’Brien 35, C Creedy 34

NTP #10 J Woods

Medley Single Stableford results, Tuesday 11/4/23

Winner- B Schimke 41 points

Runner up- W Fazerkerley 36 points

Run down- S Brennan 35 ocb

Birdie Hole- #15 W Fazerkerley, S Brennan & B Woolacott

Ntp #16 G Pennell

Sporters Comp results, Friday 14/4/23

Winner- T Spears 32 nett

Runner up- A Sippel 33 nett

Run down- S Brooking 34, B Miners 35, J Osman 35

Single Stableford results, Saturday

Mens Winner- T Page 45 points

Runner up- M Woolacott 40 points

Run Down- A Groves 38, T McGoldrick 38, R Olm 38, B Kallinicos 38, P

Morgan 38

NTP 3 M Woolacott, 7 S Kajewski & S Kirkwood, 10 K Groves & K Sippel, 13 A Groves & R Creedy, 16 M Clarkson & M Stiller

Pro pin #6- A Groves

Birdie Hole #12- C Creedy, C Barry, M Woolacott, A Groves & J Kleidon

Lucky Card- $30 J Kajewski

Ladies Winner- K Sippel 37 points

Runner up- K Riley 35 ocb

Run down- J Osman 35, M Porter 35, K Kajewski 31 LAIDLEY GOLF CLUB

This week was the Finals of the 2023

Single Match Play for both Men and Ladies.

Jenny Paroz 1 Up.

defeated Chris Bichel 4/3

The Men’s Handicap Ken Godwin

defeated Cameron Panzram 2/1

Saturday 15th April - Men & Ladies

Single Stableford

Trophy Donor: Craig Pearen

Ladies Winner: Cheryl Sternberg 38

Runner Up: Marie Voorma 36

Run Down: E. Llewellyn 34, J. Paroz 33, S. Hulett 30, T. Harris 30, F. Lee 30

Pins: (Pro Pin) Judy Logan (Div.1) Flo Lee (Div.2) Vikki Etherden (Div.3)

Enid Llewellyn

Men’s Winner: Anthony Sheppard 38 on c/b

Runner Up: Robbie Yeo 38

Run Down: A. Forbes 37, J. Etherden

37, G. Hulett 35, D. Hauser 33, P. Mc Fie 33, G. Natalier 33, R. Gray 32, J. Stewart 32, R. Stagg 32

Pins: (Pro Pin) Rick Vela (Div.1)

Andrew Forbes (Div.2) John Stewart (Div.3) Anthony Sheppard

Thursday 13th April - Open Competition - Single Stableford

Winner: Paul McFie 33 on c/b

Runner Up: Peter Notley 33 on c/b

Run Down: M. Butler 33, P Wood 31, J. Pyers 31, G. Robinson 30, H. Gilbert

29, Garry Hulett 29, R. Yeo 29

Pins: (Pro Pin) Ken Luck (Div.1) Gary

Paul McFie

Wednesday 12th April - Ladies Competition - Single Stableford

Winner: C. Sternberg 36

Runner Up: F. Lee 31

Run Down: H. Gilbert 30, R. Matthews

29,

Pins: (Pro Pin) Judy Logan (Div.1)

Cheryl Sternberg (Div.2) ------ (Div.3)

Rae Matthews

LOWOOD GOLF CLUB

Results for Monday 10 April 2023

Single Stableford

Winner: P Hallett 40 R/Up: M Wellings

39

dy &A Milady 43 G Sharpe & S Norris

43 K Glover &P Cattanach 43

NTPs: 2: C Wieland 5: S Henshall 11: Paul Coles 14: Paul Coles 3/12 2nd

shot Div 1: J Grace Div 2: A. Skinner

TOOGOOLAWAH GOLF CLUB

Wednesday 12th April Ladies played a 9 holesingle stableford.

Winner Robyn Edmonds 18 points, Run/up Enid Faulkner 15 points Enid actually won the count back from Chris Stevens 15 points.

Enid’s NTP no 13 Sam Maclean.

PM Chook Run alsoa 9 hole single stableford.

Winner Geoff Bailey, Run/up Gavin Alyward.

NTP no 17 Peter Eldridge, no 18

Saturday 15th April TheGrand Hotel

Esk Trophy Day - A 2 Person Ambrose.

Winners were Richie Marschke and Robyn Edmonds 64 1/4 nett.

Runner up Michael O’Connor and Graeme Kuhn 64 1/2 nett.

2nd Runner up Eric Cox and Geoff Bailey 65 1/2 nett.

Grand Hotel NTP’S

2/11 Lea-Jayne Marschke, 5/14 Peter Eldridge,9/18 Richie Marschke

7/16 Men’s Blue Reidy, Ladies LeaJayne Marschke. Exchange Hotel Groovy Goat Pizza 3/12 Clinton Smith.

For Frank 6/15 Graeme Kuhn.

A Big Thank you to Joe, Roxy and Staff of The Grand Hotel Esk for an Awesome trophy day.

Coming Events

Saturday 22ndApril 2nd Round of Esk/Toogoolawah Challenge, The Frank Massingham Shield.

At Esk Golf Club, onceagain the challengeis sponsored by LJ Hooker Esk/ Toogoolawah. 11.00am Shotgun start. Toogoolawah leads by 42 points going into the2nd Round.

Let’s go Toogoolawah Members, we need tobring Frank home again.

Wednesday 19th April Ladies AM Golf, please notean 8.30am Hit off.

PM Chook Run please notehit off time is back toa 3.00pm start.

RIFLE

GATTON GLENORE GROVE RIFLE CLUB

Saturday for the600yd range, a warm sunny afternoon with a North Easterly breezeand a strong mirage. Good scores were hard to come by as the scores sheet show.

G. King 99.3 andC. Greenwood 95.2

All F class out of 126.21.

FTR

A. Beetham 111.1. and White 110.5

F. Open

John McDonald Sporting Complex on halves of rugby league, Valleys were for the faint hearted with both sides leaving nothing in the tank. After the break, the tight tussle continued and Gatton’s Tyson White welcomed an intercept from an errant Roosters pass right on their own tryline to score under the posts and time 6-4.

respond when Daniel Bain scored out wide to regain the lead for the Roosters 8-6.

The match settled and Valleys got the better of possession and capitalised with good grinding rugby league. Valleys skipped to a 18-6 lead thanks to tries from veteran Drew Jackson and a Player of the match Dwayne Duncan about out of reach for the Hawks 19-6. match but Duncan was cool under pressure and he had some excellent team mates in Sam Betros, Jason Sharpe, Matthew Waites and Jarryd Dodd who did not make a mistake. Sione Foueti scored for the Hawks with seven minutes remaining to give the Hawks a glimmer of hope 19-10 but Valleys put away the match and deserved to win.

Valleys 19 (Jackson Shelswell, Daniel Bain, Alex Hinch tries Sam Betros goal, Gatton 10 (Tyson White, Sione Foueti tries Haydon Lipp goal)

Webcke Price Medal Points: 3 Dwayne Duncan (Valleys) 2 Haydan Lipp (Gatton) 1 Jason Sharpe (Valleys) Reserve Grade

Gatton 20 d. Valleys 12

Under 19

Valleys 46 d. Gatton 6

Women-Gatton 48 d. Valleys 10

KILCOY YOWIES

The Yowies had a 24-24 draw with Yandina at Yowie Park on Saturday. The game had the crowd on the edge (Yowies) and missed penalty goal leave the game in a draw. The Yowies hoping to take the chocolates next week against Beerwah.

LAIDLEY LIONS

Laidley Lions 30 defeated Brisbane Valley Bulls 4

RUGBY UNION

GATTON BLACK PIGS

BRD: G Milady D Hines A Bolton S

Henshall 36 H Doran H Powell C

Faneco 35

NTPs: 2: S Henshall 5: K Daymon 11:

A Page 14: A Page 14 2nd shot ladies:

S Kopelke 9/18 2nd shot Div 1: H

Powell Div 2: S Webb

Results for Aggregate Stableford

Monday 10 April 2023 & Saturday 8

April 2023

Winner Ladies: C. Faneco 61 Winner

Mens: P Hallett 75 ocb

Results for Wednesday 12 April 2023

Ladies Single Stableford

Winner: F Overington 44 R/Up: K Jessen 37 BRD: P Dwyer 33

Results for Thursday 13 April 2023

Single Stableford

38

BRD: P Harmon 37 R Peachey L Gleeson M Whitwell 36 C Petrohilos P Muller 35

NTPs: 2: R Ward 5: P CAT Tanach 11: C

Petrohilos 14: K Clarkeson 14 Ladies

2nd shot: K Clarkeson 1/10 2nd shot

Div 1: P Muller Div 2: P Harmon

Results for Saturday 15 April 2023

4BBB Stableford Winner: D Hellyer & G Sippel 46 R/Up: P Harmon & S Henshall 44

BRD: A Wieland & C Melvin 44 G Mila-

D. Reddan 119.6, R. Graham 115.5, J. Hickmott 114.4, P. Hayden 107.2 and A Steele 107.1

F STD., G. Chandler 111.2, R. Bowman 110.4, new shooterM. Dunlop 110.4 (coached), T. Schulz 109.3, J. Findlay 109.1, R. Cowburn 108, K. Hartwig 105.2 M. McKenna 101.1 and T. McKenna 96.0

Next week 900yds.

RUGBY LEAGUE

BRISBANE VALLEY BULLS

Bulls vs Lions kicked off Saturday afLaidley 3 tries until Bulls hit back through Brenton Ellue, then Laidley hit back again beforehalf time20 - 4 Lions at half time.

in defence, the poor completion rate from Brisbane Valley took its toll. Laidley running out winners 30 – 4. Bulls stand out players second row Shelton Williams, Centre Jake Richter, Prop Joel Tuiloma.

GATTON HAWKS

Valleys 19 d. Gatton 10

Roosters won a hard fought game against traditional rival Gatton at

Saturday saw the Gatton Black Pigs compete in an away game in Goondiwindi. All three grades of the club versed the Goondiwindi Emus. A-Grade started the game strong, however Goondiwindi took the win 45-9. B-Grade, Warwick Water Rats (our B-Grade team) also saw defeat 34-10. C grade won 29-19 against Goondiwindi Emus.

SOCCER

BRISBANE VALLEY SOCCER CLUB

U6 Eagles 2-1 Boonah

U7 Eagles 1-0 U7 U7 Hawks

U7 Falcons 0-1 Westminster

U8 Eagles 3-0 Dinmore

U8 Hawks 4-0 Silkstone

U9 Eagles 11-0 St Cat’s Grey

U9 Hawks 1-4 St Cat’s White

U10 Eagles 2-2 Blackstone

U10 Hawks 1-1 Whitehill

U11 Eagles 4-0 Boonah

U14 Eagles 5-2 Boonah

U16 Girls Eagles BYE

U18 Eagles 2-2 Boonah

SM Div 3 Hawks 4-2 Sunnybank Saints

SM Div 1 Eagles 4-0 Whitehill

Over 40’s Eagles 4-4 Whitehill

The Rosewood Roosters’ spirits have not been beaten after their

BY JACOB HAYDEN

THE ROSEWOOD Roosters

Volunteer Cup C grade team left North Ipswich with their tail feathers between their legs after an 8-34 loss to Swifts Bluebirds on Sunday April 16.

Brendon Hurst and Zack

Collins scored the only two tries for the Roosters with unsuccessful conversions.

Club president Shane Brandley said the game got away ‘by a long shot’ in the heat of the day.

“[The Swifts] just managed to get over the line when we couldn’t get over the line,”

Brandley said.

Brandley is still optimistic for the season, after a good preseason, fair trial matches and a 10 player sideline.

“We’ve got a lot of young fellas in there, some of them aren’t even 18 yet,” he said.

“We’ve got to start juggling from week to week to

them.

“It’s just ball possession, we were turning it over when we shouldn’t be turning it over.”

Brandley said there were some champions on the team.

“If we keep them together for a couple of consecutive

seasons it will make a mas-

Brothers Joel (31 years), Conor (22) and Cody (20) Adams have a long history with the club, but are playing 2023.

“Individually, Joel’s been playing for 12 years, I’ve

been playing for 12, Conor’s been playing for 8,” Cody said.

“It’s good, I’ve got some big guardian angels hanging over me.

and when we want to be there and holding the ball.”

AGE IS JUST A NUMBER FOR THE BVSC’S OVER 40S TEAM

BY JACOB HAYDEN

THE SENIOR members of Brisbane Valley Soccer Club are optimistic for the new Over 40s team’s chances in the Queensland Christian Soccer Association 2023 season.

The team comprises former Over 30s players, parents and grandparents to younger club members, some new talent, and is supported by an all-female managing-coaching team.

The team tied 2-2 in their April 14 against Whitehall

Over 40s coach Hannah Johnston is also the wife to a player.

“I normally just bring the cheeseboard and sit on the line, but I come to every game and every training,” Johnston said.

“I YouTubed drills and stalked the other teams and watched them because I had no idea what to do, but I’m really liking it.

“They used to just come in and kick the ball at the net, but now we’re actually running drills.”

Johnston said she hoped the team would make it to the premiership.

“We have a goal, and I want to hold that trophy at the end,” she said.

Similarly, team manager Melissa Snell is married to a player, with a son and

daughter competing in junior competitions too.

“One of our players is going to change his holidays in anticipation that we’re Snell said.

“I feel like that’s some good enthusiasm.”

Member of 26 years Allan Warren said he was less optimistic, but still excited for the season.

“We’ll do okay if we can keep our numbers… in a normal season you’ll start

in you’re struggling to put a injuries,” Warren said.

“We just don’t heal like we used to.”

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