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Deb Dawkings and Coal Creek Pottery

HIGH on a hill overlooking Coal Creek, stands the Coal Creek Pottery, where Debra Dawkings ‘potters’ with clay. Inspired by the countryside and colours of Coal Creek, she connects with nature to create.

Response to youth crime

In response to A. Dempsey’s ideas/philosophy of youth crime (June 21, 2023).

They make some highly substantiated comments based on a 5-year-old and what they know or what they don’t know.

The 5-year-old only knows what they know their life.

The band aid that the author speaks of is jail, no bail for youth.

Is that jail for a 5-yearold, as this age bracket seems to be the theme for the correspondence.

Considering that jail for this age group has never been a precedence in Queensland, I am not sure if that this could occur?

However, the author suggests that a 5-year-old knows right from wrong. Option? To detention?

Even though each of the pieces have an earthy, maybe even sculptural feel, they also have a practical purpose.

The July exhibition at Glen Rock Gallery in Esk has brought together members of the thriving Coal Creek

The author uses the term gooders. What is a do-gooder? What knowledge base does the author draw from.

Just like a 5-year-old they only know what they know.

58 % of young offenders released from sentenced supervision were re-sentenced within 12 months and every day spent in youth detention costs the taxpayer $1800 per day.

Stealing a car leads to the author’s sentencing protocol of 3 years in jail.

My estimates amount to the cost of the taxpayer being $1,971,000 over three years.

Is this smart investment in a system that has rate of

year after being released?

Like sending a loved one to a hospital where over half of the patients either die or become sicker.

And yes, my family have been a victim of a particu-

Pottery community, which you too can become a part of. Each artist has created with their amazing pieces.

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lar crime, a homicide.

Bradley Love, Moore

What’s the cost of the Voice?

To the Editor,

I have been reading the opinions expressed in the ‘Letters to the Editor’ of The Lockyer and Somerset Independent local papers about the referendum on the Aboriginal Voice with the Government promoting a ‘yes’ vote - just by having this referendum.

It is interesting that in our relatively free society of today, this referendum has been seen as necessary, when all Australians are able to have their say on an equal basis through the same processes available to all (e.g. through contacting their elected politicians, written letters, petitions, meetings etc).

Also of course is the option of becoming an elected member to represent

all the Australian people in their area.

I am concerned that the Australians, with planned additional taxes and revenue for the set up and ongoing administration for the supposed ‘Voice’ to be implemented, has not been freely circulated to the public by the government in the campaign of promoting what at face value looks like a nice thing for the Aboriginal people. There will be a lot of ongoing money payments to come out of the people’s pockets for this, yet this is not being openly discussed in the media.

changes could be independently investigated and put in an article for people to read separately to the letters / opinions section in the paper.)

Regards,

Joyce Smith, Laidley

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Artists Shan Terry, Julie Buckworth, Amanda Terry, Kahli Dawkings, Deborah Dawkingsof Coal Creek Potters at the Glen Rock Gallery exhibtion opening on July 15.

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Claims police station to close rebuked by QPS

BY JACOB HAYDEN

QUEENSLAND Police

Service (QPS) have denied claims Toogoolawah Police Station was planned for closure.

On Wednesday July 12, theton circulated a media releasement are determined to close Toogoolawah Police Station down’, causing concern amongst the community.

Ipswich District Police on Thursday July 6, and said plans’.

with removing vital police services from our communi-

Ipswich District Country

Nevin said the information contained within the media release was incorrect.

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ing Toogoolawah Station, and we will continue to operate police out of that station,” Inspector Nevin said. -

the area.”

Toogoolawah Station would remain open with ‘no plans to

to this station continuing to serve the local community’.

“Regardless of where

majority of their shift out in the community, responding to calls for service and patrolling the area,” they said.

“Urgent and life-threatening calls for service will

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The story also received airon Tuesday July 11, heightening community concern.goolawah must retain a fully operational police station.

“It is also a township

areas of the Somerset in police presence is crucial at these times,” she said.

Calls for increase to Kilcoy Police

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Deb Frecklington and the Kilcoy District Progress Alliance (KDPA) have called be posted to Kilcoy Police Station.

KDPA president Sally Wright said they raised the issue with Mrs Frecklington after being approached by members of the public.

“We’ve had two police last 50 or 60 years, and a lot has changed over hasn’t increased,” Mrs Wright said.

“We have a lovely new police station that can accommodate a lot more ofwe have limited hours of accessing our police.”

Mrs Frecklington said it was ‘unacceptable’ the station had only two

“I have written to the

Police Minister highlighting that in his own 2018 statement, the Kilcoy Police Station was built to in Charge, administration staff and four further said.

“Since then, instead levels, there are now just

“These hard-working large district including the Kilcoy township, surrounding rural localities and farming areas north to Jimna, east to Villeneuve, south to Somerset Dam and further west to Moore and Linville.”

Mrs Frecklington said this resulted in over-

“I have requested an immediate consideration of an increase in police numbers at Kilcoy to at

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Faith returns to help rebuild kindy, pre-school in Vanutatu

Ella said.

Supporting local suppliers

SOMERSET Regional Council continued its support of local businesses during the

FAITH Lutheran College students and past students

Vanuatu from June 25 to July 3 to visit Iquaramanu Kindergarten and Pre-School. The partnership between FLCP and the kindy began in 2015 when the located under an inactive was wiped out by Cyclone Pam. Each year until trips ceasing during COVID. including year 10’s Bonnie

Greisbach and

away from their families.

“We haven’t been able to travel over for a few years

“We repaired the roof hole

Students worked through language barriers to teach Iquaramanu students English

and maths while others worked on repairs.

Bonnie and Ella said the students had a lot of drive for learning.

“When they get it wrong or they mess up they just keep

“They love when you mark they get the ticks but also when they get the crosses

Bonnie and Ella said they were shocked by the students sporting ability.

“They are brilliant at their -

“They didn’t have proper weaved together these plants Bonnie said.

Year 12 student Cate Ayre the trip opened her eyes.

“Don’t be afraid to step into another person’s shoe

The FLCP group also visitand a local church during their visit.

Councillor Sean Choat said council supported small business and local suppliers

“The total paid to local suppliers and our localed council’s total rates

Businesses located in Vernor, Harlin and Moore were the top-ranked local New Condensery exhibitionRichardson will feature at

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INSET: Year 12 students Gwen Veness and Faith Blakely teaching students at Iquaramanu Kindergarten and Pre-School in Vanuatu.PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

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A new chapter for CEO after 23 years in disability support >>

BY JACOB HAYDEN

AFTER almost a quarter of a century, Anuha CEO Robert Evelyn is moving on to the next chapter in his life.

Mr Evelyn began work with the disability employment and training services provider in November 2000.

“It’s hard to fathom 23 years has gone in that time,” he said.

“The number of things that we’ve done, how we’ve seen people progress through the organisation… it’s just bizarre.”

Mr Evelyn said the biggest milestone of his career was the recycling facility built at Fords Road, Gatton.

“That was commissioned in 2012 as a joint venture between ourselves, council and the federal government… it took a lot of lobbying to get it up and running,” he said.

Mr Evelyn said he had always been around people with disabilities in his life.

“My father had a disability, he lost his arm as a young man in a car accident well

before I was born, and I saw what he was able to achieve with one arm,” he said.

“It never really struck me that he had a disability, he was just my dad and he had

one arm.

“That’s how we operate here, we concentrate on people’s ability, not their disability.

“We’re not here to treat

to treat people as they should be treated.

“Our byline is ‘creating opportunities’ – I created that – and that’s what we’re here for, to create opportunities for people with disability.”

Mr Evelyn is also the Queensland Cadets, and after more than 40 years working two jobs, he said he needed a break.

“You know, inside, when it’s time to move on,” he said.

“After 23 years I think it’s time for a fresh approach in to push the organisation forward.”

Over his 23 years, the Anuha team grew from 20 to

On July 14, the Anuha team celebrated Mr Evelyn’s career and bid him farewell.

Silo project

THE Forest Hill Silos Mural project is moving forward following recent community consultation which indicated strong support for the project. Council has taken on board the full range of feedback and the concept in the detailed design for the Viewing Precinct. For more information on the project visit https://lockyervalley.engagementhub.com.au/ Go paperless and save

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Police brief: public assistance sought to deter hooning

Public assistance sought for Esk hooning

ON July 8, 2023 at around 9:30am, police from Fortitude Valley Station intercepted a large group of vehicles involved in illegal hooning activities in the Logan’s Inlet and Coominya areas.

As a result, a number of infringement notices were issued for offences including driving defective

vehicles, failing to display Provisional Plates, and offences relating to unsafe driving.

Police used PolAir to record and track a number of the vehicles, and investigations are ongoing to identify the relevant drivers.

Police would like to remind members of the public that it is an offence to participate in or attend any

organised hooning events and penalties will apply to anyone found engaging in such events.

Police would also like to remind the community that if they witness hoon related behaviour or any dangerous driving to contact police and report the incidents through the QPS online hoon reporting system forms.police.qld. gov.au/launch/Hooning

Found Cash, Fernvale

An exceptionally honest citizen has handed a sum of money to Lowood Police after they located it near the skate park at Stumer Park, Burns Street, Fernvale.

Police are seeking public assistance to locate the owner of the quantity of cash left near the skate park on June 28.

If you have any informa-

tion regarding the owner of the property, please phone Lowood station on (07) 5426 1108 and quote reference QP2301060975.

Fatal crash, Grandchester

A man died in a single vehicle crash at Grandchester on the afternoon of July 15.

Preliminary investigations indicate the sedan was headed south on Old

Grandchester Road when the vehicle had left the roadway and travelled down an embankment.

The driver and sole occupant, a 30-year-old Ipswich man, died at the scene.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink and quote this reference number: QP2301155518

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Prestigious award for Lions charter member

BY JESSE HAMILTON

FERNVALE Lions

membership chair Colin Moore received the Melvin Jones Fellowship award at a club changeover on July 2.

The distinguished accolade is given to Lions members internationally who display excellence in humanitarian services.

Colin has been involved in several community projects in 2023, including raising funds for Queensland players of Australia’s Blind Cricket team and increasing awareness for prostate cancer through information sessions.

A charter member of the Fernvale Lions, Colin said the award came as a great surprise.

“It came out of the blue and it was just great, I was very thrilled to get it, it was

totally unexpected,” he said.

The second Lion from Fernvale to receive the

honour, Colin will now have his name immortalised at the organisation’s international

headquarters in Chicago, where Lions was established in 1917.

Community wildlife information session

CARE4ESK will be presenting a Community Wildlife Information afternoon at the Anglican Hall, 85 Ipswich Street, Esk on Saturday August 26.

A variety of speakers and presentations will begin at 12:30pm with Welcome to Country by a Dungibara Elder.

The University of the Sunshine Coast Detection Dogs for Conservation team will share an update the recent koala surveys across the region, as part of our KHaRES Project.

This project received grant funding from the Australian Government.

Ipswich Koala Protection Society will present information on koala health and habits, providing the community with a better understanding of endangered species.

Martin Fingland from Geckoes Wildlife will give an interactive presentation, with a selection of wildlife that are found in our region, along with one very special guest.

Birders can learn about the wide and wonderful range of species seen throughout the township and surrounds, with a talk by Sheena Gillman from Birdlife Australia - Southern Queensland.

Bat Conservation and Rescue Queensland Inc. will help the community understand the important in our ecosystems.

Attendees will receive a ticket on entry for the lucky draws.

Bring your family and friends along for a fun afternoon of learning about native wildlife.

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Date: Thursday 10 August

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100 Year 100 Year

Celebrations Celebrations

Friday 8th & Saturday 9th September Mears Pavilion

Toogoolawah Showgrounds

Friday 8th – Memory Lane Displays 12pm – 4pm (all welcome)

Saturday 9th – Dinner & Live Band 5pm til Late

District Governor Elect Lion Andy Fitzgerald (right) presents Melvin Jones Fellowship Award to Fernvale Lions membership chair Colin Moore.

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Esk hosts new cycling festival

BY JESSE HAMILTON

HOLY Red Deer Estate hosted the inaugural Gravel and Flannel cycling festival for Esk from July 14-16.

Run by Gravel Cartel, the gravelling cycling festival aims to bring social enjoyment and entertainment to

gravel riders across a multiday escape whilst supporting local charities.

Gravel Cartel owner Kent Beasley said the festival raised funds for two Esk charities and was the perfect destination for the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail event.

“The reason we’ve chosen

Esk is it’s got a vibrant community that supports the rail trail, it just matched everything we’re looking for, venue, rail trail access, community, the support,” he said.

“We’re supporting two charities, one is the Esk Hospital Auxiliary, so we’re

raising money for the hospital auxiliary, and the other is the Lions Club of Esk, so all to the Lions club.”

Cyclist and Gravel and Flannel festival-goer Vivienne Ip said she was encouraged to come along to the event after a previous

Op Shop gives back

ESK Community Op-Shop gave year with many recipient organisations supporting children and youth.

Since the op-shop opened in October 2020, they have donated $183,922.98 in proceeds to local schools, clubs, and charities.

Esk Community Op-Shop president Jon Cunningham said the amount ‘far exceeded’ what they originally hoped for.

“As always, we can only say thank you to the people of the Somerset for the great support they have given us,” he said.

“Also, I want to say thank you as always to our group of amazing volunteers.

positive experience.

“I had previously been on a gravel trip with Gravel Cartel, and it was awesome, so I found out about this and thought I’d love to do the valley rail trail, you also feel more safe cycling when there’s a support group,” she said.

Multiple St Mary’s teachers nominated for excellence awards

EIGHT St Mary’s Catholic Primary School Laidley teachers have been nominated for the Queensland Catholic Education Commission Spirit of Catholic Education Awards and the diocesan Brisbane Catholic Education Excellence Awards for excellence in teaching.

Patrick Finch and Dearnne Wickham are Catholic Education Award and the Aunty Joan Hen-

driks Reconciliation Award respectively.

The Brisbane Catholic Education Excellence Awards nominees include

the Prep teaching team of Danielle Craig, Angelia Douglass, Liz Lyons, and Kristal Villis.

Year 6 teacher Isabelle

Barnes is nominated for Excellence as an Early Career Teacher.

Year 1 teacher Stephanie Pole is nominated for

Excellence in Learning and Teaching in Primary.

St Mary’s principal Zoe Stewart said the nomiexceptional quality of teaching.

“We are immensely proud of all our nominees and our entire teaching staff for the incredible work they do,” Ms Stewart said.

The winners will be announced on August 23.

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“We are looking forward to donating $100,000 in the next

Recipients include Esk Kindy, Esk State School, Esk Scouts, Esk Girl Guides, Esk Show Society, Esk Men’s Shed, Esk CWA, Esk District Cricket Club, Alara Esk, LJ Hooker Christmas Hampers, Valley of the Lakes Garden Club, Toogoolawah State School, Toogoolawah State High School, Toogoolawah Kindy, Country Kids Toogoolawah, Our House Toogoolawah, Life Flight, Ronald McDonald House, Linville State School, Harlin State School, Coominya State School, Tarampa State School, Patrick Estate State School, Clarendon State School, Esk Bowls and Community Club, Esk Toogoolawah Boomerang Bags, Esk Elves Christmas Hamper, Christmas dinners for Esk Choir Over 50s and OpShop volunteers, Esk Biggest Morning Tea, K Silk Animal Rescue, Esk Play

Group.

St Mary’s School Excellence Awards nominees Isabelle Barnes, Kristal Villis, Dearnne Wickham, Danielle Craig, Angelia Douglass, Patrick Finch, Stephanie Pole, and Liz Lyons.

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Cyclists at the Gravel and Flannel festival Fiona O’Brien, Ann Fordyce, Michael O’Farrell, Gail Mohr, Rose Whiteley, and Wesley Ho.PHOTOS: JESSE HAMILTON

ABOVE: Kustomize It team John Foley and Chris Foley designed Gravel Cartel merchandise with $5 going to support the Esk Hospital Auxiliary with each item purchased.

RIGHT: Nanango artist Paul Ricketts provided the entertainment for the day at Holy Red Deer Estate.

Lockyer Valley Rotary celebrates new president

BY JESSE HAMILTON

THE LOCKYER Valley Rotary Club appointed Lockyer local Jenny Ryan as their new president at the club’s changeover on July 15.

Jenny has been a Lockyer Valley Rotary Club member said it was an honour to step up and continue the good work of Rotary in her new role.

“This is a little club with a big heart, and I’m proud to be doing what I’m going to do this year,” she said.

The Lockyer club has been involved in several local and international initiatives in the past few years.

“We did teacher in a box

with school materials and send them to Tanzania,” Jenny said.

“Locally, we’ve given out -

Jenny said she got great and encouraged new members to join the cause.

Great Trailer Giveaway winner announced

KAREN Mundt from Placid Hills was the prize winner of The Independent Great Trailer Giveaway draw on July 10.

The giveaway had readers collect tokens every week in May and June for a chance to win an 8x5 trailer from Lockyer Trailers.

“If I help somebody else, I feel good and I think that’s a motto in my life,” she said. Contact the Lockyer Valley Rotary Club on 0411385 573.

Karen said the win was a great surprise, and the trailer would be useful for transporting garden materials around her property.

“It was a big shock, the

thought that we’d actually won something for a change was really nice,” she said.

Karen said she and her husband had always wanted a trailer and started collecting tokens as soon as she read about the competition.

“When I was reading the paper one day, I saw that the competition was in there and thought, that sounds good we’ll enter into that,” she said.

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Karen Mundt from Placid Hills is the winner of The Independent Great Trailer Giveaway, pictured with her husband John.

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INSET: President of Lockyer Valley Rotary Club Jenny Ryan with immediate past president Meab Mdimi.

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President of Lockyer Valley Rotary Club Jenny Ryan (centre) with daughter Lisa Ryan (left) and daughter in law Kim Ryan (right).

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Lockyer Valley shines like a diamond

THE LOCKYER Valley is set to sparkle a little brighter this September with the muchloved Laidley Spring Festival celebrating its Diamond Anniversary.

Featuring an array of family-friendly spring-inspired events and experiences, Lockyer Valley Regional Council Mayor Tanya Milligan said this year’s theme of Spring Bling would ensure the festival’s 60th anniversary would be a memorable event for all.

“For 60 years the festival has been an integral part of life in this beautiful country town, with thousands of people coming together each year to celebrate the region’s natural beauty, amazing produce and local talent,” Cr Milligan said.

“Each year the event gets bigger and better, and this year will be no exception, with a jam-packed program full of events the whole family will love.”

Held over three big days

from September 8-10, highlights of the 2023 Laidley Spring Festival include a Street Parade, the annual Spring Garden Fair, Spring Orchid Show, Quilt and Craft

Expo, Spring Gem Show, Open Gardens Competition, a new produce expo and dining precinct, an Under 5’s Day, art shows, artisan market stalls, a Show ‘n’ Shine car

show and more.

The popular Twilight Feast and Fest event will return for the second time with an expanded Friday night program that will see the Laidley

Recreational Reserve sparkle with live entertainment and a mix of local and international food vendors.

New to the festival this year will be a buzzing family

event on the Sunday in the neighbouring village of Forest Hill.

The inaugural Bee Happy Day will feature a morning art and craft workshops, a beekeeper talk, face painting, balloon twisting, artisan markets and food trucks.

Plus, celebrity chef, gardener and television personality Paul West will be dropping by after being named this year’s Laidley Spring Festival Ambassador.

Paul was selected to represent this year’s festival for his advocacy work around real food, sustainable agriculture, as well as community and regional living, which matches perfectly with the Lockyer Valley lifestyle.

For more information about the 2023 Laidley Spring Festival visit www. laidleyspringfestival.com/

You can also stay up to date by liking and following Laidley Spring Festival on Facebook and Instagram.

PAUL

The Laidley Spring Festival returns September 8-10 for a very special Diamond Anniversary celebration.

PHOTO: LVRC

Crash kept Kym in Kilcoy for 45 years

BY JACOB HAYDEN

KYM MODISTACH visited Kilcoy on a holiday in 1977, where he would spend the rest of his life and give much of his time to the community.

Originally from Waikerie, in the Riverland region of South Australia, Kym met his wife, Denise, on a 1974 holiday to Queensland while visiting his brother Peter.

“I’d known Denise for some time and we used to write letters to each other all the time,” he said.

On one Sunday afternoon in Hazeldean in 1977, Kym was teaching Denise how to drive.

“Long story short, I wrecked his car and he couldn’t go back to South Australia,” Denise said.

While waiting for his car to be repaired, Kym found work driving a forklift at a Kilcoy sawmill.

“Things were starting to look a bit shaky with the sawmill after a few months, and Denise had three cousins working in the prison at Woodford at the time,” Kym said.

On the Saturday morning after his 21st birthday, Kym opened a letter asking him to commence work on Monday November 23, 1977 at the training college in Wacol.

Kym said he ‘threw his mother on the bus’, sending her back to SA while he stayed and worked at Wood-

ford prison until September 1991.

“Then I went and worked casual in Brisbane with the courts and hospital escorts until going casual out at what was then Sir David Longlands Correctional Centre at Wacol in 1992,” Kym said.

“I was reinstated back in a permanent position in 1994 and then in 1997 when they rebuilt and reopened Woodford I transferred back… until it was time to retire.”

After 45 years and six retired from prison service on May 21, 2023.

Woodford it was a high security prison with a farm attached with fully operational dairy and a vegetable growing area down the back,” Kym said.

“In the process, they started a community projects group where the prisoners would work in the communi-

ty – mowing lawns, working in churches and police stations, doing maintenance work at the showgrounds –wherever they were needed they were helping out in the community.”

It was a stark contrast to the Woodford Correctional Centre Kym joined in 1997, which housed ‘the worst of the worst’.

“In ’77 all the doors were opened with keys but when we came to the new Wood-

funds for the kindy,” he said.

“Then I went with the State Emergency Services in ’85 or ’86.”

Kym worked his way up to deputy controller and stayed with the SES until 1995 when he began full time work in Brisbane.

“The campdraft came in about ’92, I was a member and helped out,” he said.

“I spent 25 years with the campdraft, 19 years as vice president and three years as president.

“Prior to that, in about ’86, I became involved with the show society.”

Kym was primarily involved with prime beef and has received life membership with the show society and campdraft.

In 1995 he joined the Hazeldean Rural Fire Brigade and is still an active member today.

“When I joined the onlygade was the name, we had to buy all our own uniforms, all our own boots, goggles, gloves,” Kym said.

ford in ’97 everything was computer operated, electronic, nobody had keys.

“We had the state’s worst murderers, we had fellas who had committed murders on the outside, but then also on the inside.”

Outside of the prisons, Kym gave much of his time to the communities of Kilcoy and Hazeldean, starting with his daughter’s kindergarten.

“We were going and doing barbecues at the races, raising

“You had to pay a $3 a year membership but now it’s funded through rate levies and donations… we don’t have to buy anything now.”

Kym is currently the

and is excited for the 50th anniversary celebrations, to be held August 27 at the brigade’s shed.

The brigade will showcase memorabilia and photos with a sausage sizzle and speeches to commemorate the occasion.

Kym Modistach visited Kilcoy in 1977 on a holiday, where he spent the rest of his life with his wife Denise.

PHOTO: JACOB HAYDEN

INSET: Kym has been with the Hazeldean Rural Fire Brigade since 1995 and is excited to celebrate the brigade’s 50th anniversary late next month.PHOTO: DENISE MODISTACH

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LOCAL BUSINESS RECOGNITION DINNER 2023

Local engagement a priority for sparky

GATTON-based electrician

Power Mate Electrics has supported the local community through sponsorships and schoolwork experience opportunities since launching as a business in 2018.

The electrical company will be recognised in the Trades Category at the Lockyer Chamber of Commerce Industry and Tourism’s Business Recognition Dinner on August 5 for contributing to the community and upholding high brand quality.

Power Mate Electrics owner Jake Mohr said the company supported the local community through a range of avenues.

“We regularly used to take kids from Faith Lutheran College, we’ve probably had them and asked if they had any kids that are interested in a bit of work experience,” he said.

“We’re also one of the main sponsors for the Women’s Senior Hawks.

Specialising in solar and hybrid solutions and general electrics, Mr Mohr said the company prioritied ensuring their roles as possible.

couple from Gatton, a couple from Lowood way, and Hatton Vale, Plainland area,” he said.

“We really pride ourselves on presentation.

“Our guys are always getting training, whether it be

nationally recognised courses courses on some of the equipment we use, it’s something we like to make sure we keep on top of.”

Mr Mohr said the business strongly valued being truthful

and accurate when dealing with customers.

“We really value ourselves on being as open and honest and transparent with a customer as we can, and it’s something that’s proved itself as well because we’ve got a

great client base and a lot of reliable work,” he said.

“The motto is you look after people that look after you.”

Starting out contracting as a sole trader in 2012, Mr Mohr got into the electrical

2023 BUSINESS RECOGNITION

business after completing an apprenticeship with a family school.

He said the company would continue to concentrate on providing the best service in their area of

expertise.

“We probably want to narrow the gap with the type of work we do, just so we can be better at what we do as opposed to trying to do many it,” he said.

Power Mate Electrics owner Jake Mohr will be recognised in the Trades Category at the Lockyer Chamber of Commerce Industry and Tourism’s Business Recognition Dinner on August 5.

PHOTO: JESSE HAMILTON

Mulgowie dances the night away

MEMBERS of the public swung into rhythm and danced and sang the night away as the Mulgowie

Bush dance returned on July 15, featuring bush band Band-O’- Coots from Toowoomba.

LEFT: Band-O’- Coots Tony King playing Australian classic ‘Home Among the Gum Trees.’

RIGHT: Mulgowie Canteen crew Colleen, Brett, Margaret, Geoff and Dianne.

BELOW: Couples join for a partner’s dance.

PHOTOS: JESSE HAMILTON

2023 MA MA C REEK EXHIBITION

Everyone joins together in a circle for a collaborative dance.

Mini Bees Playgroup at Gatton State School is the only community playgroup in town.

Lockyer playgroups expand

IT’S A happy week for the Lockyer Valley, with new playgroups starting up in Laidley and Gatton.

Lockyer Valley Early Childhood Partnerships facilitator Marina Kenway said playgroups were great for young families developing friendships and connecting with their community.

Laidley Uniting Church’s new playgroup on Mondays at 9:30am brings Laidley’s total up to six.

Meanwhile, Mini Bees Playgroup at Gatton State

Home is where the heartland is

LOCKYER Valley Art Gallery’s current exhibition is a showcase of local artists inspired by the land they call home.

School is the only community playgroup in town, held Thursdays from 9:15am.

“Laidley is rich in playgroups, it’s a happy week for communities in the Lockyer Valley because Laidley has got a new playgroup, and so has Gatton,” Ms Kenway said.

Mini Bees Playgroup is for children from birth to pre-prep age, regardless of school plans.

For playgroup times see the community noticeboard on page 39.

‘Heartland’ features the work of 17 artists: Steve Lopez, Donna Clissold, AJ Gogas, Kinga Bujdosa, Mary-Ann Galea, Phillipa

Van Gilst, Sarah Ryan, Theresa Miers, Barbara Golden, Rebekah Caudell, Carol Fletcher, Robbie Greer, Gail Currie, Elizabeth Browne, Maree Rosier, Jacqui Blanch, and Nury Barros.

See ‘Heartland’ at the Lockyer Valley Art Gallery until August 27.

PHOTO: JACOB HAYDEN

Artists Barbara Golden, Elizabeth Browne, Theresa Miers, and Rebekah Caudell.

ABOVE: Artists Donna Clissold, Phillipa Van Gilst, Maree Rosier, AJ Gogas, and Jacqui Blanch at the opening of ‘Heartland’.

Artist Steve Lopez. PHOTOS: GRACE CRICHTON

Qld Health falls short on mental health services

Wellness support for small businesses in demand

WELLNESS support for small business owners has proven to be in strong demand since a new service launched last year.

Business Wellness

Coaching administered by the Rural and Small Business Financial Counselling Service was launched in September 2022 and provides emotional and wellness support to small business owners.

QUEENSLAND Health’s shortcomings in mental health have me concerned. The inability, especially for young rural people, to access adequate mental health support is a sad failing of the health system.

Since 2006, data from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare shows that the suicide rate in Queensland has steadily increased, but the lack of trained, experienced professionals has made assisting the most vulnerable increasingly

Without organisations like Beyond Blue, and many such organisations, the situation would be much worse.

For example, on July 4, for 43 Triple M Radio stations across Australia held a No Talk Day.

They just ran programs on men’s health.

Despite all this, access to mental health professionals

In late June, the Director of Queensland Health put forward disturbing proposals to sanction and even criminalise people who expose serious shortcomings in the Queensland Health system.

Fortunately, the Health

Minister tipped a bucket on his suggestions. She certainly did not look very happy. We need to remember, that in all aspects of our lives, it is not what goes wrong that matters.

It is what we do about it that counts.

Beyond Blue: 1300224636

Lifeline: 131114

The management Committee has called a Special general meeting for Saturday 5 August 2023 at its clubhouse at 10.00 am to consider the following special resolution-

Business wellness coach and program co-ordinator Linda-Ann Northey said the government-funded program worked alongside existing services.

“Our approach is more mental health and wellbeing,” she said. had approximately 105 enquiries.

“There was an awful lot of popularity and need immediately.”

provide one-on-one, customised support for small businesses owners who may be stressed, anxious, or struggling.

“Whatever stressors or challenges they’re facing, they’ve got someone to talk to,” Linda-Ann said.

“The way we look at it is, we help them with whatever is needed to add some tools and skills to their toolkit.”

Linda-Ann said the goal was to look after the business’ greatest asset.

“It’s really to look at whatever support can be provided to that small business owner, their partners and family members who are employed by the business, for personal support, any kind of stress can be related or caused by the business,” she said.

Visit sbfcssq.org.au/ wellness/ for more.

The management committee also wish to advise that the Birthday Bash planned to celebrate the club’s 75th year has been cancelled.

People in regional and rural areas can be isolated from mental health support. PHOTO: CANVA

Another action-packed Gatton Show

THE 2023 Gatton Show is on this weekend and we are looking forward to an action-packed event.

Competitors will descend on the Gatton Showgrounds to showcase their talents.

Show Jumping events starting on the afternoon of Thursday July 20 and continuing all day Friday and Saturday.

Equestrian Queensland are running what promises to be an entertaining horse program.

Stud Beef, Sheep, Miniature Goats and Poultry will be judged on Saturday July 22.

Youth competitions in the Beef and Sheep will commence on Friday evening.

The Trots and The Young Farmers Challenge take centre stage in the main arena on Friday evening.

It has been 21 years since

the Trots were at the Gatton Show and we hope many will come along for these popular races, then stay and cheer on the Young Farmers as they

are put through their paces. When you come along on Friday evening, it is only an extra $5 for you to come back on Saturday and have a great

day and evening at the Show. Three state woodchopping championships will be held on Saturday.

Up in the pavilions you

produce, ornamental horticulschoolwork, photography,

craft displays, which will be judged in time for the Show, plus there will be a Lego section.

And on Saturday evening we will again be putting on a great night of entertainment.

ELJAY Freestyle Entertainment’s one-of-a-kind act will have crowds gasping in amazement at insane bike tricks while simultaneously doubled over in laughter.

Aussie FMX Motorcycle Team are returning, as is the Lockyer Ag Challenge. Tickets are available online and we encourage you to buy them beforehand. This is just a slice of what along and experience it.

A massive thank you to all the sponsors who make the Gatton Show possible.

Katherine Raymont Gatton Show Society President

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Perfect Christmas gifts for the little farmer or collector

Gatton Show Society president Katherine Raymont welcomes you to the Gatton Show.

Ag produce shows best of Lockyer

EVERYONE is encouraged to enter this year’s competition of agricultural produce at the Gatton Show.

The various agricultural sections from previous years have been combined into one section only, making the entry process easier for everyone.

Chief steward Grant Ridley said they were hoping for a huge array of fruit, vegetables, grains, hays, grasses, and heavy produce for visiting judges to award prizes and ribbons.

“It is so important to show the youth of our area just where their food comes from,” he said.

“Parents can take this opportunity when visiting the show pavilion and walking with produce to discuss with their children how the fresh fruit and vegetables

on display are used in their everyday life.”

There is a new award

introduced this year in honour of a society’s past steward.

The Jim Golding Memorial will be awarded to the Grand Champion exhibit

of the agricultural produce section.

It honours Jim Golding,

who served as agricultural produce steward at the Gatton Show for many years.

Mr Ridley thanked the sponsors for their ongoing involvement in the agricultural produce section.

“We would not be able to continue with generous prizes for winners without the support of our sponsors,” he said.

“They have also allowed us to continue with free entry into all classes, making enter.”

Entry is open to all areas of the Lockyer Valley and beyond.

Should you need help in getting your entries to the pavilion prior to judging at 11am on Thursday July 20, please phone 0417720874.

The schedule is available at the Gatton Show Society website.

Experience the produce from Australia’s Salad Bowl at the Gatton Show.

PHOTO: FILE

PHOTO: GRACE CRICHTON

BY JACOB HAYDEN

THE STUD beef section at the Gatton Show is looking to have good numbers and strong competition this weekend.

Chief steward of stud beef Simon Bird said Gatton usually got the biggest numbers and the widest range of breeds.

“It’s the last real hit out before Ekka, so everyone’s out to really compete and show what they have,” Mr Bird said.

“We’re looking at numbers from other shows in the area and how they’re going, and it looks like our numbers will be up.”

Last year had around 160 nominations, and Mr Bird expects the same or higher for the 2023 show.

The afternoon of Friday July 21, starting 4pm, has been dedicated to the junior judges.

“We’re trying to compact it and make it just about the judges,” Mr Bird said.

For those who ‘love the cows’

“On the Saturday we’ll have led steers, junior handlers, and our stud cattle.”

Mr Bird thanked led steers and junior competitions major sponsor Stanbroke and stud cattle major sponsor

Tyson Food.

Mr Bird said he had an interest in cattle since he was a member of the Lockyer District High School show team.

“I learned how to show

cattle there and really got the bug for it,” he said.

“It’s more than just an industry, it’s a lifestyle… I just love the cows.”

Gatton Show normally has 5-6 schools competing in stud

beef.

“We hope to get more schools involved, show the kids what the industry is about and how you can go

not just do the physical work

Young farmers show off their skills

YOUNG farmers will take centre stage on Friday night, July 21 at the Gatton Show in between a packed schedule.

The popular Young Farmers Challenge is back with a mystery farm-related obstacle course for juniors (15-17) and opens (18-35).

Gatton Show Next Gen Committee president Clare Webster said some ‘oldies’ were coming back.

“There’s one that we didn’t use last year that’s

coming back, that not everyone likes, but it’s entertaining to watch,” Ms Webster said.

Previous challenges included wheelbarrow races, assembling fences, transporting cabbages and a pregnancy test on a fake cow.

“Wear your winter woollies, because it can be really cold… particularly for some of the obstacles we have this year, it would be good to be rugged up,” Ms

Webster said.

Ms Webster said the earlier teams enter, the better.

“The week of the show is great, they can email gattonshownextgen@gmail. com or visit the Facebook page,” she said. Teams of fours need to include at least one girl and one boy.

Ms Webster thanked sponsor L E & P Davis for their continued support.

JACOB HAYDEN

with cattle,” Mr Bird said. won’t just judge the kids on the way they handle or judge the cattle, but also teach them why they do it the way they do it.”

Working with and showing cattle is more than an industry, it’s a lifestyle.

PHOTO: FILE

The 2022 Gatton Show Young Farmers Challenge one box to another. PHOTOS: FILE

Last year’s challenge included a wheelbarrow race.

BY GRACE CRICHTON

HOMEGROWN Maddie

Stegeman wants to give back to the community she loves.nalists for the 2023 Showgirl and is eager to show who she is.

“I entered because I really enjoy my community and I love helping out my community,” she said.

The 22-year-old is a disability support worker, a job she takes great satisfaction in doing and which has given Showgirl program.

“It’s very rewarding,” Maddie said.

“This job makes me feel happy knowing that I can help someone else.”

Maddie has lived in Gatton her whole life and her family owned the old Gatton

drive-in.

“I’ve been out in the community all my life,” she said.

“I love to get out there and enjoy things, show who I am and what a young woman can do.”

One of the best things about the Gatton Show, for Maddie, is seeing the joy it brings to people.

“I’m looking at seeing all the positivity in people’s faces and how much fun they have,” she said.

“It just brings everything to life.”

She encouraged everyone to come along to the show and make the most of the social occasion.

“Meet up with old friends and old school mates, old work colleagues, and have a good night,” she said.

The 2023 Showgirl will be announced on Saturday night.

Baking up a storm for Gatton Show

THE COOKERY entries are in at the Gatton Show with judging underway today, Wednesday July 19.

Chief steward of cookery Clare Webster said she received more enquiries than usual after numbers dropped through COVID.

“There’s no restrictions and things are back to full capacity,” she said.

Ms Webster said baking for the show was a good

Check out schoolwork with your kids

SOME great work has come in the schoolwork section for the 2023 Gatton Show, according to chief steward Jenny Harch.

Mrs Harch said she loved seeing what the kids can do, and as a former teacher and now a grandparent, she is passionate about the schoolwork section.

“It’s just wonderful to see their faces light up when it’s on display and

they’ve got grandma or grandad with them,” Mrs Harch said.

The schoolwork section will have displays from schools across the Lockyer Valley, but also from children from Toowoomba.

“There’s something for everyone… there’s all different classes from drawing, painting, recycling,” she said.

“We also have a special education class for multi-

age.

“In our section they’ll see building and construction, children make things out of cardboard… they recycle and make a new object out of the old.

“Modelling and carving is a really popular one, they love to play with the clay and make little animals.”

Lego is a separate section this year, open from

Maddie is passionate about her community Jim MCDONALD MP Member for Lockyer er Proud Supporter of the Gatton Show

because even adults love their brickwork.

Mrs Harch thanked Faith Lutheran College Plainland for their sponsorship.

“They donate the money towards the prizes and all the other trophies come from local businesses in the area which have supported us for many, many years,” she said.

“Without their support, the show doesn’t go on, does it?”

excuse to bring the family together and go through old recipes.

“There’s lots of simple little things and it’s a good excuse to talk to mum or grandma, because I’m sure they have a recipe they can use,” she said.

So come around to the Gatton Show and check out the delicious goods our local food-lovers have prepared.

PHOTO: GRACE CRICHTON

PHOTO: FILE

Olivia loves country life

BY GRACE CRICHTON

A PASSION for agriculture brought Olivia Hambling to the country. -

ists for the 2023 Showgirl and is looking forward to being part of the agricultural community.

The second-year UQ student moved to Gatton to study a Bachelor of Veterinary Technology.

She went to Dakabin State High School and was involved in the school’s agricultural program, and is no stranger to Gatton.

“I did sheep showing from grade 7 to grade 10,” she said.

“We’d go to Ekka and all those local shows, even here at Gatton.”

Olivia went on to cattle showing, which she prefers.

“It’s a lot more handling,

it challenges you but it’s always part of the experience,” she said.

“I’ve been showing for been teaching me lots.”

She aspires to be like current Queensland Showgirl, former Gatton Showgirl, and veterinarian Sarah Rose.

“She’s helping animals, but she’s also representing her community,” Olivia said.

“I aspire to be involved agriculturally but then know the medical side and the science side of it as well.”

Olivia joined the Showgirldence and acquaint herself with the local community.

“I thought it would be a great opportunity to gain more involved in the Gatton community,” she said.

The Showgirl will be announced on Saturday night.

Photographers dazzle with their craft

LOUISE Teese is passionate about photography and is ready to share her passion with visitors to the Gatton Show.

The chief steward of photography invited everyone to see what local photographers had snapped.

“Come along and have a look to see what people do, if you think you can do better or you’re as good as you’re welcome to ask some questions,” Ms Teese said.

“Some will wonder ‘why didn’t this one win, why didn’t mine win, what’s wrong with it?’

“They do learn, they pick up a few things.”

The Gatton Show photography section has a broad range of classes.

“The main subjects are native birds, native animals, pets, dusk to dawn, land- sea- and city-scapes, and portraits,” Ms Teese said.

“We just added a new

one this year, ‘Lockyer Valley Events: sports, culture and commemorative’, so they can scratch their heads over that one.”

Ms Teese acknowledges photography is not a cheap hobby, but it is worth it to have your work on display at events like the Gatton Show.

“Get clicking,” she said. “Even if you don’t enter, come in and have a look and have a talk with me.”

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Poultry’s a growing passion

FEAST your eyes on feathered friends great and small at the poultry pavilion.

Poultry chief steward Jack Murphy is expecting a very good showing in this year’s section.

“We’ve got young judges competition, we’ve got junior classes for local kids, we’ve got new classes for geese and turkeys which should bring a lot of interest from the public when they come through and see,” he said.

The wide variety of birds makes the poultry pavilion a star attraction at the show.

“From the smallest of way up to the size of turkeys and geese and everything in between,” Mr Murphy said.

Mr Murphy said many time exhibitors and young families.

“I always look forward to seeing new exhibitors come through the shed,” he said.

GRACE CRICHTON

Dance Showcase & Circus Workshops

Dance Showcase & Circus Saturday, Inside Sport Centre

10:30am Ashton Circus Workshop

11am Starlite Dancers

11:30am Ashton Circus Workshop

12:30pm Ashton Circus Workshop

1:30pm Ashton Circus Workshop 2pm Moove & Groove 2.30pm Ashton Circus Workshop

Entertainmet program

Friday Night Entertainment

4:05pm-4:50pm Doug Massam Memorial slow class pace heat 1, 2, and 3 5:15pm Welcome Back to the Gatton Show fast class pace heat 1 5:30pming by Current Qld Showgirl and a previous Gatton Showgirl Sarah Rose.

5:40pm-6:05pm Welcome

Back to the Gatton Show fast class pace heat 2 & 3 6:30pm Young Farmers Challenge

8pm Doug Massam Memo-

8:25pm Welcome Back to Gatton Show Fast Class

After the last Trot Energex.

All times are approximately and subject to change.

Saturday Night Entertainment Program Centre Ring

6pm Welcome to the night program and National Anthem sung by Grantham State School; Announcement of 2023 Showgirl and

Rural Ambassador.

6:15pm Dog Jumping

6:35pm ELJAY Freestyle Show

7:05pm The Fabulous Aussie FMX Motorcycle Team Stunt Show

7:25pm The Lockyer Ag Challenge (includes horses, motor bikes and V8 Utes)

7:40pm Tracskill V8 Ute

8pm Sparky’s Fireworks provide by Lindsay Lack & sponsored by Qld Corrective Services

All times are approximate and subject to change.

Local Mick Waterhouse plays in the bar area after the night program ends.

A Huge Thank You to our Sponsors Lockyer Valley Regional Council, Lockyer

Farm Machinery, Gatton

Auto Electrical, L & P Davis, RDO Equipment, Lockyer Trailers, Lockyer Mowers and Motorcycles, Orica Australia, Redshaw Plumbing, Rocky’s Own, QLD Corrective Services, Gatton & Plainland’s Mitre 10, ATV Mechanical, Qld Corrective Services.

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Best of dairy on show in Gatton

THE BEST of dairy was on display at the Gatton Showgrounds for the Queensland Dairy Showcase on July 14 and 16.

Gatton Show Society president Katherine Raymont said 145 head were entered from exhibitors as far as Lismore and across the Darling Downs.

The next generation got the chance to show their skills on Friday.

“The young judges and young paraders went well on Friday, there was nearly 30 exhibitors in the young parades so really good numbers for the dairy industry,” Ms Raymont said.

ABOVE: Paulger family won Supreme Champion Dairy Cow with Adadale Sleeping Jingles.

LEFT: Paulger family won Keith Davis Memorial Trophy for most points in dairy sections pictured with chief steward Chris Raymont.

PHOTOS: JESSE HAMILTON, BRUCE HORROCKS

Kealra A Apple Tiffany, exhibited by Paulger Family, Kenilworth.

Supreme Champion Junior Dairy Heifer.

GATTON SHOW 2023

JULY 21st & 22nd

FRIDAY TWILIGHTTROTTING IS BACK AT THE SHOW!

FRIDAY NIGH

Mini Fireworks Display (sponsored by Energex)

Beef Young Judges •Young Farmer Challenge (sponsored by LE & PDavis) • Side Show Alley

SATURDAY NIGHT

•Eljay Freestyle Entertainment Show

• Aussie FMX Motorcycle Team • Dog Jumping

•Woodchop Event

•Fireworks Spectacular (by Lindsey Lack Fireworks)

•The Lockyer Ag Challenge (includes horses, old tractors, motor bikes & cars)

FRIDAY 21ST & SATURDAY 22ND JULY

•Face Painting - Balloon Art - Stilts (from Big Top Entertainment)

•Professor Wallace Puppets • Reptile Display

•Ashton Circus Workshop • Pavilion Displays • Animal Judging

•Trade Displays • Show Jumping • Woodchop • Horses

•Great array of Food available incl. Billy Tea & Damper

•Rock Climbing Wall Plus Great Show Rides

SCAN THE QR CODE FOR YOUR TICKET

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN ENTERING THE SHOW? FULL SHOW SCHEDULE ON www.gattonshowsociety.com.au

WMO declares El Niño, BOM on alert Farm crime survey to help rural policing

BY JACOB HAYDEN

HAVE YOU or someone you know been the victim of farm crime?

The University of New England Centre For Rural Criminology (CRC) launched the Australian Farm Crime Survey on June 16 to shed light on the true scope of rural crime.

CRC co-director Dr Kyle Mulrooney said there was a decent body of research in New South Wales and Victoria, but a 20-year gap in national data had left a ‘dark Australia.

“We know from working closely with police agencies, particularly in rural crime national problem,” Dr Mul-

rooney said.lenge such a problem when understanding of it.”

Dr Mulrooney said farm crime included stock and property theft, trespassing, illegal hunting and shooting, cultivation of drugs, dumping

of rubbish, and biosecurity issues.

from older surveys is that farmers experience really high levels of victimisation, and they often experience it repeatedly,” he said.

“The problem is thattranslate into police statistics. makers, policy makers, politicians allocating resources and making decisions on very, very limited information.”

Dr Mulrooney said unlike Queensland, NSW had a rural crime prevention team with a

Anyone working in the context of farming can take part in the survey, simply

THE WORLD Meteorological Organization (WMO) declared the onset of El Niño on July 4.

WMO Secretary-General Prof. Petteri Taalas said the onset of El Niño would greatly increase the likelihood of breaking temperature records and triggering more extreme heat in many parts of the world and in the ocean.

“The declaration of an El Niño by WMO is the signal to governments around the world to mobilize preparations to limit the impacts on our health, our ecosystems and our economies,” he said.

“Early warnings and anticipatory action of extreme weather events associated with this major climate phenomenon

are vital to save lives and livelihoods.”

The Bureau of Meteorology moved from El Niño WATCH to El Niño ALERT on June 6, but as of July 14 an El Niño event was not yet declared.

Bureau of Meteorology Senior Climatologist Catherine Ganter said while El Niño ALERT criteria have been met, these changes would need to strengthen and sustain themselves over a longer period.

“The Bureau’s longrange winter forecast is for drier and warmer conditions across almost all of Australia and the climate conditions in the factored into our forecasts,” Ms Ganter said.

University of New England Centre for Rural Criminology co-direcaround Australia.PHOTO: CRC

Bird Hill Bull tops $15,000 at

Lilydale Invitational Charolais Sale

The stands were full for the 16th Lilydale Invitational Charolais sale held at Toogoolawah on Saturday.

“General cattle prices are down this year and that translated into a lower sale average, the two are interconnected,” said sale organiser Ross Sticklen.

“It was pleasing to see repeat and new buyers this year from Injune to Beaudesert and all points in between.”

Top price bull was Lot 19 Bird

Blenheim. Bird Hill Samson weighed in at 905kg with a 150sq cm eye muscle selling for $15,000 to Eskdale Cattle Co.

Eskdale were the volume buyers securing seven lots to average $9,111. The Spreadborough’s lot 20 bull Bird Hill Sailor Man sold to longtime sale supporter Tom Crowley for $14,000.

price PTIC Full French cow selling to Lilydale Charolais for $4,500.

David and Helen Reid, Haly Creek averaged $7,667 for their nine bulls topping at $9,000 three times to From

Drynan and Richard Conroy.

average $6,333 with Lilydale Smokey selling to Richard Conroy for their top of $13,000.

Lilydale sold unjoined females to $3,000 three times to longtime supporter Brett Kerle and Tony Durheim.

Greg and Kel Kelly’s 10 bulls averaged $6,100 topping at $8,000 twice to Delacosta Pty Ltd and Eskdale Cattle Co.

Natasha Schultz, Blenheim offered 8 bulls to average $5,300 topping twice at $6,000 to

Bill and Lyn Rose and Peter Carseldine.

Ashley and Michelle Casten sold their bull Cheyenne Solitaire for $5,000 to Malabar Holdings and a PTIC cow for $4,000 the Olivia Cleary.

Overall, the bulls averaged $7,043.00 with the sale grossing $346,000.

PHOTO (above): Top price PTIC Full French cow Lot 55 - Bird Hill Georgia (AI), offered by J & J Spreadborough, Blenheim, sold for $4,500 to Lilydale Charolais.

PHOTO (R): Top price sale bull Lot 19 - Bird Hill Samson, 22mths, offeredy by J & J Spreadborough, Blenheim, sold for $15,000 to Eskdale Cattle Co.

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PHOTO (above): Lot 20 - Bird Hill Sailor Man (AI) (P) (R/F), 21mths, offered by J & J Spreadborough, Blenheim, sold for $14,000 to T Crowley.

New RDO brings ag knowledge to hort

BY GRACE CRICHTON

LOCKYER Valley Growers

welcomed Darren Brown into the role of Regional this year.

Darren brings a wealth of experience in agriculture and education to the role.

Originally from Fassifern Valley, Darren has called the Lockyer Valley home for the past 20 years and has taught agriculture at several high schools in the area.

Darren holds a Bachelor of Agricultural Science and Masters of Agricultural Economic Studies from the University of Queensland.

Although his agricultural experience started in the beef industry and his tertiary studies were primarily in

dairy, he is eager to apply his transferrable knowledge to horticulture.

“The core knowledge is the same,” Darren said.

“The principles of marketing, the soils, the water, it doesn’t matter if its animals or plants.”

Four months into the job,

Carbon EDGE pilot program launching

he has worked closely with growers to learn from their vast knowledge and establish how he can best support them in his role.

“I don’t pretend to be a horticulture expert, not in the slightest,” Darren said.

“The growers I’m working with, they’re fantastic.

“They’re happy enough, if you want to sit and listen, they’ll impart quite a lot of knowledge.”

Darren said the committee were very supportive as he learned the ropes.

“The committee is a lovely bunch of people to work with,” he said.

“It’s a massive career change.

“They’ve been incredibly supportive, both the committee and growers generally.”

MEAT & Livestock Australia (MLA) is launching a new program called Carbon EDGE for Australian red meat producers to support the industry achieving carbon neutrality by 2030.

This goal will only be realised with the adoption of emissions avoidance and carbon storage practices and technologies.

MLA program manager for adoption Sally Leigo said the development of a Carbon EDGE training package would address the knowledge and skill gap.

“This will be done by providing producers across Australia with the knowledge and skills required to generate and interpret a carbon account and formulate a cus-

tomised plan to address emissions and production level,” she said.

Carbon EDGE will run over two days and will provide independent, research and fact-based information.

MLA Carbon Neutral 2030 (CN30) manager Margaret Jewell said the workshops were developed following in-depth discussions and feedback from producers.

“Carbon EDGE will integrate the outcomes from our major sustainability investments, keeping participants up to date with emerging research and technologies,” she said.

Find out more at mla. com.au/extension-training-and-tools/carbon-edge

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EV sales increase but Hilux still #1

AUSTRALIAN customers

took delivery of 124,926 new vehicles during June to mark the end of the 2022-23

This result is an increase of 25 per cent compared with increase compared with the six-month period of January

It is the highest June result

Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries Chief Executive Tony Weber said the continuing sales growth was encouraging, especially considering the ongoing issues

year has traditionally been a strong month for vehicle

“Indications are that demand for new vehicles remains solid, but the supply is not yet at a point to meet

“To put it simply, if we could have landed more vehicles, this would have been a

Sales of zero and

low-emission vehicles contincent being battery electric, hybrid or plug-in hybrid

Battery electric vehicles per cent of new vehicle sales

The Tesla Model Y was the second-highest-selling vehi-

The Toyota Hilux recorded

Tesla Model Y recorded 5,560 sales followed by Ford Ranger (5,334), MG ZS (3,756) and Toyota RAV 4

“The early adopters of the new powertrain technology continue to push up the sales of electric vehicles across the

“The steady introduction of new battery electric models across all model segments at more competitive price points is critically important as we deal with the challenges of supplying electric vehicles that meet business and personal needs at prices mainstream buyers

Sales in Queensland inToyota was clear market leader with a total of 20,948

Mazda recorded 9,706 sales followed by Hyundai

Sales of zero and low-emission vehicles have grown to 16.6 per cent with Tesla Y now the second highest selling vehicle in June

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Vera. 9.50 Bay Of Fires. 10.45 Late Programs.

NITV News: Nula. 3.35 The Cook Up.

4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Tour De France: Bonjour Le Tour. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys. 8.30 Legends Of The Pharaohs. 9.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 19. 1.50 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 PBS News.

Heliopolis: The City Of The Sun. 3.00 Baiae: The Atlantis Of Rome.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 FIFA

Women’s World Cup Highlights. 2.30 Highway Cops. 3.00

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.30 Horse Racing. Bletchingly Stakes Day, Winter Challenge Raceday and Saturday

Trail Towns.

Tour De France: Bonjour Le Tour. 5.30 The Rise Of The Nazis. 6.30 News. 7.30 Going Places.

Amazing Railway Adventures.

Cycling. Tour de France. Stage

Witch Hunt. 3.25 French Food Safari. 4.25 Late

tv guide

ABCTVPLUS7TWO7MATEGEMBOLDPEACHVICELAND

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG, R)

8.30 The Force: Behind The Line. (PG, R)

9.30 Motorway Patrol.

R) 10.00 Beach Cops. (PG, R) 10.30 Surveillance Oz.

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 The Simpsons. (M, R)

8.30 Movie: Paul Blart: Mall Cop. (2009) (PG, R)

10.30 Movie: Night Shift. (1982) (M, R)

12.45 It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia. (M)

1.15 The Simpsons. (M, R)

5.30pm American Pickers.

R)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.00 AFL: Friday Night Countdown.

7.30 Football. AFL. Round 19. Essendon v Western Bulldogs.

10.30 AFL Post-Game Show.

7.20 Football. AFL. Round 19. Port Adelaide v Collingwood.

10.30 AFL Post-Game Show.

11.00 Movie: Underworld: Evolution. (2006) (MA15+, R)

1.20 Hustle & Tow. (PG, R)

1.50 Storage Wars. (PG, R)

6.00pm Border Security: International. (PG, R)

6.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R)

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

8.30 Movie: The Day After Tomorrow. (2004) (M, R)

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

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 As Time Goes By. (R)

8.30 Midsomer Murders. (M, R)

10.30 Madam Secretary. (M, R)

11.30 Footy Classified. (M)

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 Cricket. The Ashes. Fourth Test. England v Australia. Day 2. Morning session.

10.40 Cricket. The Ashes. Fourth Test. England v Australia. Day 2. Afternoon session.

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 Cricket. The Ashes. Fourth Test. England v Australia. Day 3. Morning session.

10.40 Cricket. The Ashes. Fourth Test. England v Australia. Day 3. Afternoon session.

7.30 Cricket. The Ashes. Fourth Test. England v Australia. Day 4. Morning session. (Please note: alternative schedule may be shown due to changes to cricket coverage).

10.00 Movie: The Gauntlet. (1977) (MA15+, R)

5.55pm M*A*S*H. (PG, R)

6.25 M*A*S*H. (PG, R)

7.30 Cricket. The Ashes. Fourth Test. England v Australia. Day 5. Morning session. (Please note: alternative schedule may be shown due to changes to cricket coverage).

The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.30 Seinfeld. (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. (M, R)

11.30 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

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

6.25 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.00 Friends. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

1.30 The Late Late Show With James Corden. (M, R)

7.30pm Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)

8.00 David Attenborough’s Global Adventure. (R)

7.30

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Counting Cars. (PG)

8.30 Movie: True Lies. (1994) (M, R)

11.30 Movie: Kickboxer: Vengeance. (2016) (MA15+, R)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Outback Truckers. (PG, R)

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House.

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 Death In Paradise. (M, R)

8.40 Movie: The Dry. (2020) (MA15+, R)

10.55 Coroner. (MA15+, R)

11.55 Footy Classified. (M)

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House.

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Friends. (PG, R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

1.30 The Late Late Show With James Corden. (M, R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Friends. (PG, R)

5.50pm Forged In Fire. (PG, R)

7.30

8.30

11.25 The Coroner. (M, R) 12.30 Medical Emergency. (PG, R)

8.30 Outback Truckers: Best Of. (PG, R)

9.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. (M, R)

10.30 Railroad Australia. (PG, R)

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (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)

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

6.40 Jeopardy! (R)

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

8.30 Alone. (PG)

9.40 Couples Therapy. (M)

10.40 Super Maximum Retro Show. (M)

11.10 Hoarders. (PG, R)

JULY

Wed July 19

Esk 50 & Over Club International Food Day, 11am, CWA Hall, bring along a plate to share, $2. 0413443261

Thu July 20

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

Fri July 21-Sat July 22

Gatton Show schedule and entertainment program at gattonshowsociety.com.au

Fri July 21

Community Craft FPC Activity Centre

Laidley, 9,30am-12.30pm, welcome front door wreath, $20, book 54652390

Able Open Day 43 Park St Lowood, 10am1pm, come along and discover what services

Able Australia offers in your local area, free BBQ, lucky door prize, fuel voucher draw, Movement to Music demonstration, guest choir performance. 56000730

Sat July 22

Christmas in July Markets Marburg Showgrounds, 8am-2pm, visit from Santa at 1.30pm, unique handcrafted locally made gifts, fashion and accessories, live entertainment, food drink and bar. Visit Marburg Show Society FB event.

Railway Crooners Concert Toogoolawah History Museum lawn, 12pm-2pm, Australian songs and bush ballads by Pete and Bill Rowse, bring a camping chair or rug, bring picnic or thermos, enjoy the music and visit the museum.

Sat July 22-Sun July 23

Stonehouse Open Days Heritage Displays, Markets Stalls, Folk music, Oral histories, Blacksmith, Photo exhibition (at Moore Hall) Bush Poets, Horse drawn Pie cart, Historic horse display, meet our Stonemasons & Carpenter, access to the Stonehouse only via bus that leaves from Moore, bus fare and entry $10pp children 12 and under free.

0429535126

Sun Jul 23

Somerset Rail Trail Classic from 9am ending at Fernvale Sports Park with post-race festival, choose 3km/8km/44km run or ride. Register at somersetrailtrailclassic.com.au Jazz on a Plate dinner at Picnic Society, Toogoolawah 5pm-8pm bookings essential trybooking.com

Mon July 24

Community Craft FPC Activity Centre

Laidley, 9,30am-12.30pm, lightbulb flower holder $15, book 54652390

Tue July 25

Community Craft FPC Activity Centre

Laidley, 9,30am-12.30pm, pot plant people $15, book 54652390

Wed July 26

Esk 50 & Over Club Bingo $4, CWA Hall, 9am. 0413443261

Fri July 28

Community Craft FPC Activity Centre

Laidley, 9,30am-12.30pm, glue gun art on canvas $15, book 54652390

Friday Food Truck Night Colonial Plaza carpark 139 Ipswich St Esk, 4pm-8pm, BYO tables and chairs, 3 hot food vendors and 1 hot/cold dessert vendor 0437110789

Sat July 29

Ma Ma Creek Exhibition kids rides and activities, food and drink stalls, talent show, stalls, cookery, sweets, jams and preserves, fine art, vegetables, heavy produce, photography, flowers needlework, 9am-2pm, official opening 10am.

Souper Dooper Cent Sale Anglican Fellowship, 12noon, Esk Anglican Hall 0417798460

Mon July 31

Community Craft FPC Activity Centre

Laidley, 9,30am-12.30pm, hessian flowers

$15, book 54652390

grounds, walk up artists welcome, day visitors welcome, $5 cover charge per person per day, 11am start each day, food vans on site, camping $25 per side per day, site bookings and enquiries 0408707114.

Fri Aug 4

Glenore Grove Dance Glenore Grove Community Hall, Commodore 7.30pm-11.30pm, $12.50 includes supper, 0423849002

Sat Aug 5

Mulgowie Farmers Market 8am-11am, Mulgowie Community Hall, a real farmers market local farm fresh produce, handmade products, books, plants, live music, coffee and breakfast. markets@mulgowiehall.com.au

Rural Neighbourhood Watch Meeting Coronation Hall Somerset Dam, 3pm, 0419588138

Business Recognition Dinner hosted by the Lockyer Chamber of Commerce Industry and Tourism, shining a spotlight on local business, Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre, 5.30pm lockyerchamber.com.au Marburg Dance 7pm-11pm Marburg Show Hall, $15, Rae Blinco, 0409481681 Sat Aug 5-Sun Aug 6

Equestrian Event for ponies, all breeds welcome, fun day for children Saturday, hack day Sunday, organised by APSB Qld, programs available, entries close July 28, 0449752468

Sun Aug 6

Charity Bowls Day hosted by Lodge Argyle 164, at Laidley Bowls Club, 9am, funds raised will support Bootstraps Veterans Charity, $25pp includes green fees and BBQ lunch, teams of 4 players, single players also welcome, multi-draw raffle. 0408782776 or 0448471654

Country Music at Gatton Seniors Centre, 14pm, Walk-Ups Welcome, Entry $5, Afternoon Tea supplied, Lucky Door & Raffles, 0439030677

Wed August 9

Esk 50 & Over Club Lowood Visit, Esk, 2 lucky door 2 progressive raffle, $8 entry 9am. 0413443261

Sat Aug 12

Ma Ma Creek Community Markets 8am12pm, Ma Ma Creek Hall, live music, delicious morning teas and hot food, local pure honey, "Froth and Bubbles", patchwork and embroidery, eco-print silk scarves, Bags 4U, Brandis' pickles and other goodies, artists with their paintings, bric-a-brac, organic local fresh vegies and lots of plants. Some stalls still available at $10, pls contact Eva on 0467 566 632

Wed August 16

Esk 50 & Over Club lunch at Toogoolawah Hotel 0413443261

Fri Aug 18-Sat Aug 26

Charlotte s Web presented by Lockyer Regional Performing Arts Puddle Jumpers, Laidley Cultural Centre, Fri 18th 7pm, Gala Lunch Sat 19th 12pm, Sat 19th 7pm, Fri 25th

7pm, Sala Lunch Sat 26th 12pm, Sat 26th 7pm, tickets on sale at lrpa.org.au, enq contact 0488113666 or info@lrpa.org.au

Sat Aug 19

Mayoral Gala Charity Ball Somerset Civic Centre Esk, three course meal, drinks package, entertainment, book tickets at somerset.qld.gov.au or call 54244000

Wed August 23

Esk 50 & Over Club raffles and games $2, CWA Hall, 9am. 0413443261

Fri August 25

Friday Food Truck Night Colonial Plaza carpark 139 Ipswich St Esk, 4pm-8pm, BYO tables and chairs, 3 hot food vendors and 1 hot/cold dessert vendor 0437110789

Sat Aug 26

MOORE WEEKLY STARS

Thu Aug —Sun Aug 6

Ken & Annie s Music Show bsuh ballads, country, easy listening, Laidley Show-

Community Wildlife Information Afternoon 12:30pm, Anglican Church Hall 85 Ipswich St Esk, talks and presentations from Geckoes Wildlife, Birdlife Australia, Bat Conservation and Rescue Qld, USC koala survey KHaRES project update, free entry, lucky door, hosted by Care4esK.

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

North St Gatton 0419658914

Al-Anon 6pm Mon Lutheran

Hall Spencer St Gatton

0488216123

Alcoholics Anonymous 7pm

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

0413105825 Zion Lutheran

Hall Minden

Art & Culture Project free

fortnightly art/craft, Lockyer

Community Centre 54623355

Bingo shop 5 Laidley Mall, Thu

9.30am-12pm & Fri 7pm-10pm, run by Lockyer Valley Community Disability Association enq

0412108945

Bingo Brisbane Valley Darts

Clubhouse Lowood, Mon 7pm, Thu 10.30am, $28, 0423833954

Brisbane Valley Ukefreaks

6pm-8.30pm Wed Brisbane

Valley Darts Clubhouse Lowood 0412470875 FB

@ukefreaks

CAMS Multicultural Program support for multicultural community members, Lockyer

Community Centre

0455251581

Cars, Bikes, and Coffee

Monthly Meet last Sun/mth, Tilly’s Auto Café, red shop, main St Moore 0437532556

Chug-along Social Group

2nd & 4th Wed/mth Gatton

Uniting Church 54626763

Cards/Board Games (Adults)

Coominya Public Hall Fri 9am12pm $5 0412685125

Community Auslan classes

Sat 9am-12pm, learning through everyday activities, address available on request, text only 0404885138

Community Playgroups

Grantham S.S. Wed 9am 07

5468 3777; Ma Ma Creek S.S. Thu 9am 07 5462 7271; Gatton

S.S. Thu 9:15am 07 5466

3333; Glenore Grove S.S. Fri 9am 07 5466 6111; Grandchester S.S. Mon 8:30am 07

5466 9222; Kentville S.S. Thu 9am 07 5466 6111; Laidley

Uniting Church Mon 9:30am 07

5403 2198; Laidley Community

Ctre for Babies Mon 10am 07 5465 1889; Laidley Community

Ctr Wed 9:30am 07 5465 1889;

Laidley District S.S. Thurs 9am 07 5466 8222; Laidley Uniting

Church Thu 9:30am 07 5403

2198; Laidley St Mary’s Fri

8:30am 07 5465 1420; Mt

Whitestone S.S. Fri 9:30am 07

5462 6717; Tenthill S. S. Mon 9am 07 5462 7109.

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

Coominya Public Hall General Meeting 1st Mon/mth

6.30pm 0488169162

Country Music Balladeer & Folk Music Walk Up 4th Sun/ mth Laidley Pioneer Village, 11am-4pm. 0428502262

CWA Craft & Friendship Day 3rd Thu/mth 9am-12pm Glamorgan Vale hall 0459320538

Darts Brisbane Valley Darts Clubhouse Lowood, Tue & Thu 7pm, 0423833954

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

Digital Tech Hub Wed & Thu Lockyer Community Centre 54623355

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

Esk 50 & Over Club Wed 9am CWA Hall 0413443261

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

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

Esk CWA Intergenerational Playgroup for ages 0-100, fortnightly Thu 9am-11am, CWA Hall Heap St 0449842965

Esk Glen Rock Stitchers Thu 9am, Anglican Church Hall, Esk 0417798460

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

Euchre Wed 7.30pm, Lowood Showgrounds 0411334382

Fernvale Art Group Thu

9.30am-12.30pm, Fernvale Community Hall, 0407072926

Free Craft 2nd Thu/mth 12pm

Lockyer Community Centre 54623355

Gatton & District Historical Society 6.30pm 3rd Mon/mth

Caffey Hall Gatton Historical Village 0420967022

Gatton Senior Citizens 13 North St. Mon & Thu Euchre

9am, 1st Tue/mth HOY, 2nd & 4th Tue/mth Craft Days, 3rd Tue/mth social days 9.30am. Morning tea & raffles, lunch supplied 0439030677

Gatton Table Tennis 9.30am12pm Tue, Woodlands Rd 0427912051

Gatton Quilters 9.30am 3rd Sat/mth, Gatton State School Hall 0438727355

Gatton Village Markets 1st Sun/mth, Lake Apex, 0492831969

Glamorgan Vale CWA -9am

1st Thu/mth Glamorgan Vale Community Hall 0413046168

Glamorgan Vale Tennis Club Inc 10am-2pm 2nd Sun/mth

697 Glamorgan Vale Rd see Facebook.

Glenore Grove QCWA Meeting 2nd Mon/mth 1pm 0419642913

Glenore Grove QCWA Craft

1st 3rd & 4th Mon/mth 1pm

QWCA Hall 0459320538

Glenore Grove CWA Street Stall last Thu/mth 8.30am12pm IGA mall Gatton 0459320538

Grantham/Gatton Indoor Bowls Club Fri 1.30pm Senior Citz Hall North St Gatton 0754627708

Horse Archery Qld Lockyer Valley 3rd Sat/mth, 8.30am12pm, Laidley Showgrounds. 0422982035

Laidley Friday Markets Fridays 7am-2pm, Laidley Village Mall, run by Lockyer Valley Community Disability Association. 0423760066

Laidley Garden Club 9.30am

2nd Mon/mth Laidley Cultural Centre function room 0413136861

Laidley Indoor Bowls Club Mon 2pm-5pm Laidley Cultural Centre 0408631292

Laidley Uniting Church Playgroup Thu 9.30am-11am, Laidley Uniting Church hall 0427536513

Laidley Weight Support Group Inc. 9am Wed Laidley RSL 0403501170

Line Dancing Classes Toogoolawah RSL Tuesdays 12.30 -2.30pm 0422889530

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

Lockyer International Women Group Tue 9.30am11.30am, Gatton Seventh Day Adventist Church North Sfind us on Facebook.

Lockyer Ladies Support & Seniors Group 2nd & 4th Tue/ mth, 9.30am-12pm, Grantham Butter Factory, 0438765212 or 0409676526

Lockyer Valley Art Society

Inc. 24 Bertrand Ave Kensington Grove, Mon 9am-11.30am pottery, Wed 9am-11.30am social, Thu 9am-11.30am

painting mediums, 1st Sat/mth

9.30am-12 facilitated workshops (bookings essential, fees apply) 0490825846

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 Community Activity Shed Saleyard Rd

Gatton, Tue & Thu 8am-12pm.

Lockyer Valley Dog Training Club 6.30pm Mon Laidley

Showgrounds Facebook or 0428048823

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

Lockyer Valley Orchid Society 1st Tue/mth Gatton Showgrounds room under grandstands 0409475504

Lockyer Valley Tai Chi for Health Wed 10am Lowood

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

Lockyer Valley Toastmaster

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

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

Gatton Library, 4th Tue/mth

Laidley Library, lockyervalleywriters@gmail.com

Lockyer Woodcrafters Group

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

Lowood Community Action

Group 2nd Tue/mth 7pm at Brisbane Valley Darts Clubhouse 0407279412

Lowood Craft Group 9.30am Fri Lowood RSL Sub Branch 0409343446

Lowood CWA 2nd Tue/mth

CWA Hall 54261514

Lowood District Residents Network Inc. 3rd Tue/mth, 7pm, Brisbane Valley Darts Clubhouse, 0488234553

Lowood 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

Movement to Music Mon 10am-12pm 43 Park St Lowood 0756000733

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

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

Mt Bepp Rd, 0437197381

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

Painting Classes 10am Fri Summerholm 0450656356

Parkinson Support Group 1st Fri/mth, 9.30am, Brisbane

Valley Darts Clubhouse Lowood, 0400926709

Poker Fri 7pm, $25, Brisbane

Valley Darts Clubhouse Lowood, 0423833954

Rosewood 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

Rural Neighbourhood Watch bi-monthly at Coronation Hall, Somerset Dam, 3pm. 0419588138

Something to Sing About Choir Fri 9am-11am Laidley Anglican Church 0417799679

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

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

Tranquillity Zone, guided meditation, every Tues 7pm, Laidley Heights. 0429861086 Veterans Support Centre Tue 10am-12pm, Lockyer/Bris Valley, cnr Rosewood Laidley Rd and Frome St (Next to saleyards), Laidley, 54652591 secretary@laidleyvsc.com.au

Walloon QCWA Cent Sale

2nd Tue/mth 9.30am Walloon QCWA Hall 54645243

Withcott & District Creative Corner 2nd Wed/mth 6pm Postmans Ridge Hall, withcottprogress@gmail.com

Withcott & District Progress Assoc. 3rd Tue/mth, Postmans Ridge Hall withcottprogress@gmail.com

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

Zumba Mon 6.30pm school term, Postmans Ridge Hall withcottprogress@gmail.com

In Loving Memory

SHAUN MICHAEL REINA

12 - 7 - 2019

FORD,JohnAndrewThomas

Late of Gatton, passed away peacefully 8th July, 2023, aged 87 years.

Beloved Husband of Dawn. Much Loved Father and Father-in-law of Warren and Janise; Brian and Andrea (dec'd); Dianne and Paul; and Alison. Loved Pa to his five Grandchildren and four Great-Grandchildren. Loved Brother, Brother-in-law and Uncle to his extended family.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend John's funeral, to be held at St Mary's Catholic Church, 15 Maitland Street, Gatton. Service commencing at 11.00am, Monday 24th July, service complete at the church.

KNUDSEN, Joyce Aileen

Late of Glenore Grove, passed away peacefully on th July, 2023, aged 88 years.

Beloved Wife of Spencer (Dec'd). Dearly loved Mother and Mother-in-law of Kerri and George; and Andrew . Loved Nanna of five Grandchildren and five GreatGrandchildren. Loved Sister of Isabel and Merle (dec'd). Special Friend to Nancy and Chris.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Joyce's funeral, to be held at St Alban's Anglican Church, corner Spencer and Railway Streets, Gatton. Service commencing at 10.30am, Friday 21st July, followed by interment at Gatton Cemetery.

LINNAN,Josephine

Aged100yearsand10days

Takenonthe8thofJuly2023.

MuchlovedSisterandSister-in-lawto ThomasandMarie,MaryandDoug(Dec), BerniceandReg(Dec),PatriciaandAndy (Dec).LovedAunty,GreatAuntyandGreat, GreatAunty.

AMassofThanksgivingwillbeheldat StPatrick’sCatholicChurchLaidley, Fridaythe21/07/2023at10am,followedby aburialattheLaidleyCemetery.

Remembered and Loved Always Mum - Gabriele.

FAMILYREUNION

Morris/Gutsell (Samuel&Charlotte) Reinhart/Reinhardt (JohnandEliza)Swann/(Williamand Sarah)(MargaretandJohn)Stevenson/ (MargaretandJohnAndersonBarr)Families

WHEN-SUNDAY10thSEPTEMBER2023

WHERE-JUNCTIONVIEWHALL (SouthofGatton)

TIME–9amto3pm

EXPERIENCED DIESEL FITTER / MECHANIC

Windolf Farms operates a vegetable farming, growing, packing & transportation business, and currently has a position available for an experienced & qualified diesel fitter. The successful applicant will work as part of our maintenance team to maintain farm vehicles & equipment. The applicant is required to have good working knowledge of general machinery maintenance, excellent work ethic with the ability to work in a team environment as well as individually.

This is a full-time position with wages negotiated on an individual basis to reflect skill & experience level. Due to the nature of our business, may involve some weekend work. Current Driver's Licence and the current right to work in Australia is essential for the role. Immediate start.

If you would like to discuss this position further please call into our office, phone 07 5462 6121 or email hr@windolffarms.com.au

To apply, please email resume & cover letter, or call into our office.

671 Mt Sylvia Rd, Upper Tenthill

Ph: 07 5462 6121

Office Hours 9am to 4pm

EXPERIENCED FARM HAND

Windolf Farms has a position available for an experienced Farm Hand. The successful applicant will need to have the experience & skills in Irrigation, Tractor Driving, Small Crop Production and General Farm Duties. Other favourable skills and qualifications include Chemcert, Forklift Licence and HR Licence, however a Current Driver's Licence and the right to work in Australia is essential to the role.

Wages will be negotiated on an individual basis to reflect the skill and experience level.

If you would like to discuss this position further please call into our office, call 07 5462 6121 or email hr@windolffarms.com.au

To apply, please email a cover letter & your resume, or call into our office.

Please only genuine workers who can fulfil the above requirements with current right to work in Australia need apply. Please also note NO on farm accommodation.

671 Mt Sylvia Rd, Upper Tenthill Ph: 07 5462 6121

PUBLIC NOTICE

QUEENSLAND POLICE

I, Elizabeth Burns-Hutchinson, Officer in Charge, Ipswich Police Station, hereby give Notice on Sunday 23 July between 7:45am and 9:15am the intersection of Prospect Street, Glamorgan Vale Road and Forrest Hill Fernvale Road LOWOOD will be closed for the purposes of holding the annual Somerset Rail Trail Classic in the area. The Police Service regrets any delay that may be caused.

Signed by Elizabeth Burns-Hutchinson

Officer in Charge, Ipswich Police Station

Office Hours 9am to 4pm

EXPERIENCED DIESEL FITTER / MECHANIC

Windolf Farms operates a vegetable farming, growing, packing & transportation business, and currently has a position available for an experienced & qualified diesel fitter. The successful applicant will work as part of our maintenance team to maintain farm vehicles & equipment. The applicant is required to have good working knowledge of general machinery maintenance, excellent work ethic with the ability to work in a team environment as well as individually.

This is a full-time position with wages negotiated on an individual basis to reflect skill & experience level. Due to the nature of our business, may involve some weekend work. Current Driver's Licence and the current right to work in Australia is essential for the role. Immediate start.

If you would like to discuss this position further please call into our office, phone 07 5462 6121 or email hr@windolffarms.com.au

To apply, please email resume & cover letter, or call into our office.

671 Mt Sylvia Rd, Upper Tenthill Ph: 07 5462 6121

Office Hours 9am

ACROSS

3 Name the national legislative body of the US (8)

7 What is the head of a Muslim State known as (6)

8 To be rich is to be what (8)

9 Who is employed to tend a furnace (6)

10 Name a telephone link with a counsellor for people in distress (8)

11 What are burdens known as (6)

14 Who are one’s father’s brothers (6)

17 Which items of apparatus are used by gymnasts (8)

18 Name the seventh major planet in order from the sun (6)

19 What might we call one who mimics (8)

20 Name the headquarters of the Murrumbidge Irrigation Area (6)

21 Which term describes dampness (8)

DOWN

1 Which drawing symbolises some subject or person (7)

2 Name a renowned English novelist; Charles ... (7)

3 Which prince is the eldest

son of Queen Elizabeth

ll (7)

4 Which large sailing vessel was formerly used by Spain (7)

5 Name the 26th book of the Old Testament (7)

6 What are breeds of longhaired hunting dogs (7)

11 Which large twotoed swift largest of existing birds (7)

12 Which metallic element is the basis of the atomic bomb (7)

13 Name a rare green variety of beryl highly valued as a gem (7)

14 To not be churlishly rude is to be what (7)

15 What is another term for a corpse (7)

16 Name the former monetary units of Portugal (7)

SUDOKU GENERAL CROSSWORD 1029 SOLUTION

AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL

BRISBANE VALLEY RATTLERS

QFA DIV 4 SOUTH. Brisbane Valley Rattlers; 1,1; 2,6; 3,7; 4,10 - 34

Ipswich Eagles; 2,5; 5,6; 10,8; 12,12 - 84

Goal kickers; Jye Cruff, Emmanuel Mwaka, Joshua Spicer, Rhan Hooper Best; Harrison Sippel, Joshua Spricer, Paul Macknamara, Emmanuel Mwaka, Ringo Chol, Jordan Lyne BOWLS

KILCOY BOWLS

Friday Night Members draw on the 14th July # 105 – Barbara Thomas –not present. Next week $180.00

Tuesday Bowls 11th July Results; Star of the Green – Rhonda Cochran defeated David Tonkin. Next week she will play Rod Goldsborough

The winners of the day were Bill Edwards, Tom Hunter and Peter Wainhouse who defeated Greg Staniforth, Sharon Carseldine and Ray Smoothie 23 – 4. Other results were Ron Sansom, Gerry Carseldine & Ann Pope defeated Pam Taylor, Vivienne Meenan and Neil Barradeen

21 – 15. Jenny Edwards, Rhonda Cochran, Sandra Sansom defeated Dave Tonkin, Sharon Walker and Lyn Chandler 16 – 10. Jackpot next week will be worth $ 78.00

PUB DAY – Open Four’s. We had a full green with all 8 rinks in use.

1st Round winners were. Ian Apps, Peter McDonald, Doug Whitehorn (Rhino) and John Edgar.

2nd Round Winners were ; Dennis Parson team including Tony, Bob and Ken. No Photo.

Runner Ups; Harold Alford, Sandra Sansom, Lester Bechly and Peter Bell

And Winners on the Day; Derek James, Noel Lanes, Pam Taylor and Geoff Blogg

Upcoming events; Tuesday Bowls on every Tuesday everyone is welcome to come and try a game of bowls.

Great fun, names in by 8.45 game starts at 9.15. 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. Flat soled shoes please.

Remember the Club is open very Friday night from 5 pm – come in for a game of pool (50 cents a game) aircon and some of the cheapest drinks in town! Members draw at 7.00 pm most Friday nights. (7.30pm

1st Friday of the month)

LAIDLEY BOWLS CLUB

L.Anderson, C.McGuire.30. A.Roffe, P.Grantham. 6. A.Farley, M.Zabel, R.Webb. 13. J.Mace, J.Budd,

E.Muller. 11. B.Yates, J.Thomas, P.Morgan. 19. E.Roffe, D.Moyle, S.Reck. 15. D.McGuire, C.Faranda.

29. M.Whereat, B.Silk. 11. News on the Mens Champions of Champion Fours in next week’s issue.

Laidley Indoor Bowls

Game 1: D.Sempf, J.Mace & M.Purcell 14 d V,Zischke, G.aitcheson, K.Windolf & K.Morrison 4

K.Degen & K.Granzien 8 d P.Kubler & R.Zabel 6

Game 2: M.Purcell& K.Windolf 18 d

J.Mace & K.Morrison 6

V,Zischke, P.Kubler, G.Aitcheson & K. Granzien 15 d K.Degen, R, Zabel & D,Sempf 4

Game 3: G.Aitcheson, K.Morrison, V.Zischke, K.Granzien & R.Zabel

13 d K.Degen, J.Mace, D.Sempf & P.Kubler 5

Lockyer District Indoor Bowls

Assn Triples: Open Winners: R.Zabel, K. Granzien & P,Kubler 11 Runners

Up: M & B Purcell & D.Sempf 7

Consolation Winners: W.Hyde, C.Freeman & T.VanAnsen 20

Runners Up: G.Aitcheson, J.Mace & K.Degen 6

TOOGOOLAWAH BOWLS CLUB

On Tuesday 11th July we held our Monthly Pub Day with a full green and in perfect conditions. Winners on the day were, Kilcoy team: Gary Jenson, Kev Preece, Rennea Lachlan and Lester Bechly, Runners Up were Kevins Team: Peter Bousen, Kevin Cook, Russel Turner and David Booth. First Round Winners were Harolds Team: Michael Dunn, Dave Tonkin, Harold Alford and Rodney Goldsbrough. Second Round Winners were, Lindsays Team: Lindsay Ross, Peter King, Wazza Nydam and Adam Kelly. A very big thankyou once again to our sponsors D and C Shields. Without our sponsors these days could not take place.

On Wednesday 12th July, Keith McWhirter, Gerrit Winkeler, Vivian and Peter Anderton travelled to Kilcoy where they had two good games but no wins on the day.

On Sunday 16th July we had 14 players and played two pairs games and one triples game. Winners on the day were: Len Smyth, Peter Anderton and Dot McVeigh. Runners up were Wayne Thompson and Brian 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 also given coaching to ensure that they enjoy their game. Come along and get some exercise, meet new people, enjoy a bit of fun and a social afternoon. We have bowls of all sizes for you to use.

For the Calendar:

1. Our next Club Meeting will be our AGM and will be held on Sunday 13th August 2023. All members are invited to attend at 9.00am and to help in the running of the club by participating in discussions. All positions on the Committee will be open to Club Members who are willing forms are available at the club, It is requested that all members pay their Annual Dues by that date and participate in the election process. Please don’t leave all the work that goes into the running of our club to the same old willing few. Get involved. We need you.

2. Barefoot and Barby arvo this month will be on Saturday the 29th July so come on down for a bit of fun, exercise, meet some new people and get a Sausage Sizzle for only $10.

3. Our next Pub Day will be held

on Tuesday 8th August so please contact Gerrit if you have a team wanting to play.

4. Players are also required for away games to ensure that we balance Home and Away attendance . Our presence at other clubs ensures their presence at ours. Please contact Gerrit on 5424 2569 if you would like to be included in the roster for 2023.

See you on the Green.

BOXING

HARD KNOX BOXING & FITNESS

LAIDLEY

the evening, in the ring for a Qld title started fast and hard, with Lachlan’s opponent [Josh Shannon - Ingham] getting the upper hand. Lachlan took Second round Lachlan landed some well calculated combos, his opponent counter punched, and Lachlan received another stand and count. It had then become realisation

Lachlan, third round Lachlan came out hard, but he couldn’t match the intensity of the punches from his opponent, the referee stopped the It is still early in Lachlan’s boxing career, he has taken the loss and gained some invaluable experience from it and will continue to train 5th Aug, 2023.

BRIDGE

LOCKYER BRIDGE CLUB

Tuesday 11th July, 2023. Round Six of the Club’s Individual Championship was held with Rhonda McLucas & Sue Hooper leading the way 62.39%, congratulations the Ladder results are becoming quite interesting.

T Fitzgerald & J Orrin 54.49%, B Fitzgerald & M Porter 53.09%, W Pickles & G Orrin 51.85%, R Drouin & P Hooper 50.85%, J Kuhle & A McLucas 49.57%, L Gunthorpe & E Bishop 40.95%, H Geitz & P Ziebarth 40%. Our 29th Annual Lockyer Bridge Congress was held on the 9th July in Laidley with 68 players taking part – a great day was had by all with visitors attending from Clubs far & wide.

Remember, the Club is always ready to welcome new 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 is also at the same venue, The Catholic Community Hall, Maitland Street, Gatton. Pat Ziebarth is the organizer for Tuesday’s play phone 0490 539 734.

GOLF

ESK GOLF CLUB

played Friday arvo for the Turkey Run. Jeff Humprey playing well to take the win. Gary Punch took Runner-up.

The Run-down:

Winner - J Humphrey 43/27

Runner-up - G Punch 45/29

NTP 4 - M Beetz, NTP 11 - G Ray

I McIntyre 48/30, B Glanville 46/30, G Ray 45/33, M Beetz 39/34, M Lerm 74/38 P Cook 47/39, D Maddy 61/43, J Lumsden 62/44

Saturday 15/7/23 - Club Competition

Winner - I Macintyre 59nett

R/UP - D Lockwood 60

3rd Prize - C Nielsen 61

Ladies Winner - F Pickering 63

R/UP - C Guest 73

NTP -

Handicap 0-17 - 1/10 3rd B

Farnham

H/c 18+ - 5/14 3rd D Lockwood

Ladies - 7/16 3rd F Pickering

All In - Sponsor Esk IGA

4/13 B Farnham

Sponsor Brisbane Valley Meats

8/17 2nd I Macintyre, 9/18 2nd C

Pettet

Shortened course today as Camp

18 hole win I believe, and a pin shot ensured he had a top day. Lockie taking R/UP spot, and a pin shot with Fay winning, the Ladies prize and a pin shot. Many thanks to the President Darren Fisher and Vice Toni Webster of the Camp Draft for getting together with Golf Club President Luke Latter to allow us to play on a shortened course, which worked out great with Luke patrolling the course to ensure every ones safety.

GATTON GOLF CLUB

Medley Single Stableford resultsTuesday 11/7/23

Winner- P Buzza 37 points

Runner up- I Wratten 36 ocb

Rundown- G Kluck

NTP #16 C Woolacott

Sporters Results - Friday 14/7/23

Winner- A Palmer 29 nett

Runner up- S Brooking 32

Run down- D Woodall 33.5, C Creedy 35.5

Mens & Ladies Single Stableford results - Saturday 15/7/23

Div 1 Mens Winner- B Woolacott 38 points, Runner up- L Kajewski 37

Runners Up: Marie Voorma & Christine Scheiwe 62

Run Down: J. Sippel & J. Taylor 66, F. Lee & M. Taylor 67

Pins: (Pro Pin) Ttish Harris (Div.1) Judy Logan (Div.2) Jan Sippel

(Div.3) Dot Manteufel

1st Round Ladies Pairs Matchplay to be played Wednesday 19th July

1. M. Voorma & C. Scheiwe to play

O. Luck & S. Hulett

2. F. Lee & M. Taylor to play

H. Gray & S. Morgan

3. J. Murray & R. Matthews to play

E. Llewellyn & T. Pyers

4. J. Paroz & P. Davis to play J. Logan & T. Harris

LOWOOD GOLF CLUB

Results for Tuesday 11 July 2023

Single Stableford

Winner: R Heathwood 39 R/Up: C

Petrohilos 37

BRD: J Luxford 36 G Winter 35 M Whitwell 34 R Young A Bolton K Poultney 33

points

Div 2 Mens Winner- L Gehrke 40 points, Runner up- R Weier 38 points

Run down- B Wegner 38, L Perrett

37, K Bellert 37, K Hannant 37

NTP 3 D Woodall & F Braban, 7 C

Creedy & S Kirkwood, 10 L Gehrke, 13 K Bellert, 16 B Woolacott & F Braban

Pro Pin #17 L Kajewski

Turkey Nest #10 L Gehrke

Birdie Hole #2 C Brown & J Kajewski

Ladies Winner- Faye Braban 42 points

Runner up- Xyleigh Zischke 39 points

Run down- Kylie Kajewski 34, Rebecca Creedy 33, Laurie Didsman 32

Lucky Card $120- Krysti Riley

LAIDLEY GOLF CLUB

Saturday 15th July - Men & Ladies

Single Stableford for Club Trophies

Ladies Winner: Cheryl Sternberg 37

Runner Up: Helen Gray 36

Run Down: Judy Logan 36, June Blaney 32

Pins: (Pro Pin) Helen Gray (Div.1) Cheryl Sternberg (Div.2) Helen Gray (Div.3) June Taylor

Men’s Winner: Jim Gilbert 40

Runner Up: Anthony Sheppard 35

Run Down: F. Sippel 35, C. Smale

34, P. Brandt 32, J. Stewart 32, R. Stagg 32, D. Garbutt 32

Pins: (Pro Pin) Anthony Sheppard (Div.1) Chris Fletcher (Div.2) Ken Luck (Div.3) Jim Gilbert

Also 1st Round of Men’s Pairs

Matchplay

C. Bichel & D. Hauser defeated C. Panzram & B. Maugeri 2/1

L. Edwards & D. Cannard defeated T. Grimshaw & D. Morrow 6/5

C. Fletcher & A. Parker defeated S.

Luck & P. McFie 6/5

A. Paroz & D. James defeated K. Goebel & G. Heuston 6/5

2nd Round Pairs Matchplay to be played next Saturday 22nd July

C. Bichel & D. Hauser to play A. Paroz & D. James

L. Edwards & A Parker to play C. Fletcher & A. Parker

(Please arrange times).

Thursday 13th July - Open Competition - Single Stableford

Winner: Steven Luck 38

Runner Up: Chris Smale 35

Run Down: R. Core 35, K. Luck 34, J. Ormaechea 34, G. Natalier 33, D. Garbutt 33,

Pins: (Pro Pin) Steven Luck (Div.1) ----

(Div.2) Ray Davis (All In) Chris Smale

Wednesday 12th July - Ladies Competition - 4BBB Stroke

Qualifying Round Ladies Pairs

Matchplay

Trophy Donors: Jill Darley & Jenny

Paroz

Winners: Wendy McIntosh & Dot

Manteufel 60

NTPs: 5: R Irwin 11: R Heathwood

14: B Victor 4/13 2nd shot Div 1: C Petrohilos Div 2: A Cattanach

Results for Wednesday 12 July 2023

Single Stableford

Winner: K Jessen 34 ocb R/Up: M Barnes 34 BRD: S Kopelke 33

Results for Thursday 13 July 2023

Single Stableford

Winner: Peta Dwyer 37 ocb R/Up: D Sheraton 37

BRD: S Mahoney I Dobbie L Sheraton 35 L Gleeson Sue Kopelke 34 A Bolton B Gargano P Cattanach M Joyce M Blackley Shane Kopelke 33

NTPs: 2: A Skinner 5: P Cattanach

11: Peta Dwyer 14: B Green 14

Ladies 2nd shot: P Dwyer 9/18 2nd shot Div 1: V Birchall Div 2: A Skinner

Results for Saturday 15 July 2023 2

Person Ambrose Winners: G Sippel & O Abakumov 61

R/Up: B Lowe & D Blackmore 64.5

3rd: D Gray & P Muller 66

BRD: H Buckley & M Rennie S Kopelke & S Kopelke 66.25 P Lawrenson & K Lawrenson 67.75 S Butler & S Henshall 68 H Doran & K Glover

68.5 J Luxford & P Quirk M Sharpe & G Sharpe 68.75 D Hellyer & L Pratt

69.25 S Mahoney & K Bacon 69.5 W Lee & B Graham 70.25 T Norris & S Norris 70.75 B Richards & P Hallett 71

NTPs: 2: H Doran 5: B Wieland 11: O Abakumov (HOLE IN ONE) 14: P McGuigan 14 Ladies 2nd shot: E Jensen 1/10 2nd shot Div 1: C Wieland Div 2: P Jensen

ROSEWOOD GOLF CLUB

Rosewood 50 & Overs 10.7.23:

Single Stableford:

Trophy Donors: D Stanley & P Brown

Winners: Men: I McComb 39 pts,

Ladies: A Finch 38 pts

Runner Up: Men: J Demmery 37 pts

OCB, Ladies: D Stanley 34 pts OCB

Run Down: Men to 34, Ladies to 32

NTP: No 2: R Ala-Outinen, Ladies: A

Arumugam No 9: M Soich, Ladies: A Arumugam No 11: I McComb, Ladies: A

Arumugam No 15: B Keogh, Ladies: P Brown

Approach (No 14): T Maroske,

Ladies: S Goodbun

Next game: Monday, 14th August 2023 - 8.30am start

All golfers 50 & over with current GA Handicap welcome.

RESULTS 15.7.23

Single Stableford:

Winner: Div 1: S Muggeridge 37 pts

OCB, Div 2: M Sparke 36 pts OCB, Div 3: J Francis 38 pts, Ladies: J Hauser 35 pts

R/Up: Div 1: M Newman 37 pts, Div

CONTINUES PAGE 46

Somerset Scooter Championship Junior Boys Winners Noah and Levi from Freestyle Scootering Association, Fletcher Goff, Bryce Sprecak, Hudson Goff and Somerset Regional Council Mayor Graham Lehmann.

PHOTO: SRC

Lockyer Veterans Cricket report

SPORTS RESULTS FROM PAGE 45

2: G Hauser 36 pts OCB, Div 3: M

Voller 34 pts

Run Down: Men to 34, Ladies to 34

NTP: No 2: R Robertson, Ladies: E Nelson in Hole

No 9: (0-18) R Robertson, (19+)

K Niemeyer, Ladies: E Nelson in hole

No 11: S Nicholls, Ladies: L Johnston

No 15: M Newman, Ladies: M Humphreys

Approach (No 18): T Tupai, Ladies:

E Nelson

4 Ball Matchplay Winners:

Ladies: Sulu & Tuai, J Stack & M Morton

Men: R Brooks, R Graham & M Clem, G Woodford & L Woodford, C Gehrke & B Gehrke

TOOGOOLAWAH GOLF CLUB

Wednesday 12th July Ladies AM Golf

Winner Sandy Gleeson Runner up Judi Marshall Enid’s NTP Pat Dennis.

PM Chook Run Winner Len Smyth 21 points, Runner up Geoff Bailey 20 points.

NTP 2/11 Michael O’Connor, 4/13 Peter Eldridge.

Saturday 15th July Toogoolawah

Members travelled to Crows Nest for 1st Round BTC Shield.

A Great Turn out from Team Toogoolawah with 20 players competing. Trevor Friedrich was the happy winner for Toogoolawah.

Progressive Scores

Crows Nest 347, Blackbutt 320, Toogoolawah 300 Home game this Saturday so hopefully home ground advantage will see us catch up a bit. Coming Events

Saturday 22nd July 2nd Round of BTC Shield at Toogoolawah.

Names by 10.30am for a shotgun start at 11.00am.

Wednesday 26th July Ladies AM Golf 8am for 18 hole play, 9am for 9 hole play.

PM Chook Run Tee off 3.00pm.

RIFLE

GATTON

CLUB

GLENORE GROVE RIFLE

Another exquisite cool sunny Saturday afternoon for the mid 600yd target, a mild north Easterly breeze, easing, hada sneaky mirage that caught some shooters napping.

Iron Sights out of 105.21.

C. Greenwood98.4 andR. Perry 97.6

All F class out of 126.21

F. Open.

J. Hickmott 124.11 andA Steele 116.3

FTR

R. White 114.5

FSTD.

G. Chandler 122.5, R. Bowman 120.6, R. Cowburn 119.6, T. Schulz 117.3, and J. Findlay 101.1. Next week 800yds.

RUGBY LEAGUE

GATTON HAWKS

Sunday 16.7.23

Gatton v Valleys - each team won 2 games.

Rematch of the Madsen-Rasmussen seesawing scoreline, 6 minutes from full time Gatton were in the lead, Gatton fell a meter short of taking the win.

A Grade Valleys 30 def Gatton 26 Gatton Tries - Luke SELF 2, Joel BRETT, Regan WILDE, Luke SELF, Tye GRAY, Conversions - Haydan LIPP 3 Reserve Grade Gatton def Valleys

Tries - Mitchell GRAHAM, Raymond ERBACHER 2, Riley GODWIN, Kaden BUHSE, Tyrell WOODLEY, Conversions Jagan SWAN 4

Women Gatton 54 def Valleys 0 Tries - Natalia WEBB 3, Courtney ROBINSON 3, Sarah HOGER, Rikki-Lee BONEY, Tanaye ZISCHKE, Kamryn DUNEMANN

Conversions - Sarah HOGER 7

U 19 Valleys 44 def Gatton 20 Tries - Ethan DOWIE 2, Connor PAGE, Jackson COLE Conversions - Hayden DUNN 2 Next Sunday Gatton travel to Highparticipating.

SKATEBOARING

RUMBLE SKATEBOARDING

FERNVALE Skate Park was the place to be when skateboarders and scooter riders vied for a place in Somerset Regional Council’s 2023 championship event on 1 July. Rumble Skateboarding and Free Style Scootering Association ran

the events and provided prizes and giveaways for Junior Boys and Girls and Open Men’s and Women’s categories.

Somerset Regional Council hosted this event as part of their school holiday program of activities. The placegetters in all categories were:

Somerset Skateboard Championship

Open

1st place: Corentin Hue

2nd place: Les Wilson

3rd place: Andy Williamson

Juniors

1st place: Yo Wutoi

Somerset Scooter Championship

Junior Boys

1st place: Bryce Sprecak

2nd place: Hudson Goff

3rd place: Fletcher Goff

Junior Girls

1st place: Evelyn Hattan

2nd place: Aurora Hattan

3rd place: Billie Cadioli

Open Men

1st place: Faron Sabine

2nd place: Aston Ryder

3rd place: Myles Richardson

Open Women

No entries

SOCCER

ROSEWOOD UNITED SOCCER

CLUB

Saturday 15 July 2023:

Under 10’s:

RUSC Knights, Whitehill 5; RUSC Merlins 0, Blackstone 6 RUSC Warhorses (bye).

Under 11’s Div 3: Southern Districts 4, Rosewood 6.

Under 12’s Div 3: Boonah 5, Rosewood 1.

Under 13’s Div 2: Rosewood 1, Whitehill 1.

Under 14’s Div 2: Westminster 2, Rosewood 5.

CONTRIBUTED

Senior Men Div 5: Rosewood 1, Whitehill 5; Senior Women Div 3: Rosewood (bye).

SWQ THUNDER FC

Boys/Men

13’s - 3-0 Win (North Star F.C.)

14’s - 3-0 Win (North Star F.C.)

15’s - 4-0 Loss (North Star F.C.)

16’s - 3-0 Win (North Star F.C.)

18’s - 3-1 Win (North Star F.C.)

23’s - 1-0 Win (Albany Creek Excelsior F.C.)

Seniors - 2-1 Win (Albany Creek Excelsior F.C.)

Girls/Women

13’s - 4-3 Win (Gatton Redbacks)

15’s - 3-1 Loss (Capalaba F.C.)

17’s - 1-0 Loss (Capalaba F.C.)

23’s - 1-1 Draw (Moreton Bay United F.C.)

Seniors - 3-2 Win (Moreton Bay United F.C.)

TOUCH FOOTBALL

LAIDLEY TOUCH

Laidley Touch commenced on 10th july.

Played at the Laidley Recreation Reserve from 6.15pm on monday nights.

We have 12 mixed teams and 7 men’s teams this season.

RESULTS FOR 10/7/23

MIXED GAMES:

Layabouts 11 defeated 434Run 1 Dirty Ruckers 8 def Sweathogs 1 Sitting Ducks 5 def Dirty Dingoes

3 Bits ‘n’ Pieces 5 def Rovers Mx 4 Gammin Mx 9 def Golden Oldies 5 (Uncos and Smash & Pass both had a bye and will play a catch up game)

MEN’S GAMES:

Gammin Men’s 8 defeated LOFT 3 Waterboys 10 def Penetrators 2 Rovers Men 16 def Sambuca’s 6 (Laidley High Boys had the bye)

Help bring soccer back to Laidley this Sunday

LAIDLEY Soccer Club will host presentations for its 2022 season and a free family fun day this Sunday July 23 at the Laidley Recreational Reserve to boost membership and participation in 2024.

Laidley Recreational Reserve Committee president Pat Byrnes said the soccer club was seeking new committee members and players for its 2024 season.

“The club functioned in 2022, they were in the competition, but then at the end of 2022 the committee didn’t want to be involved anymore,” Byrnes said.

“We’ve gone through and got it back on the straight and narrow, and some really good people have stuck their hands up and come to meetings.

Hostplus Cup match puts

“The last thing we want to do is see is another sporting club fold at the Rec Reserve, so we want to get the soccer club up and running for 2024.”

To garner interest, the club will invite locals to a family fun day and the presentation of 2022 trophies.

“We’re putting on a fun day for the presentation, with jumping castles, mini of things for the kids to do,” Byrnes said.

“We’ve organised all the trophies for the kids.”

The club will have its AGM on the following Sunday.

Anyone previously involved with the club or interested in joining can make enquiries at the presentation, July 23 at 11am-2:30pm.

BY JACOB HAYDEN

THE KILCOY Yowies Rugby League Club hosted the Suzuki Brisbane Tigers and Tweed Heads Seagulls for round 18 of the Queensland Rugby League Hostplus Cup on Saturday July 15.

Yowies president Rob Fischer said the event attracted a great crowd and bellies for their home game against Pomona/Cooran ahead of the QRL match.

“We got a really good crowd and everyone was there supporting it,” Fischer said.

A QRL representative and old-school Yowie, from back when they were known as the Yowies Koalas, also made an appearance.

“He gave a half-time speech for the Yowies which was awesome, to see and oldschool boy who works for the meant to him,” Fischer said.

The Yowies won their game against Pomona/Co-

oran 28-20, and the Seagulls beat the Tigers 38-12.

The Yowies, senior and and learn from QRL players and representatives.

“We had a dinner on Friday night in a private function

out the back of the Stanley Hotel with the Seagulls and Tigers,” Fischer said.

“We invited some of our munchkins to run out with the Hostplus Cup teams, and they looked pretty happy running out with those boys.”

Brisbane Tigers.

PARKRUN 10TH ANNIVERSARY

BY JESSE HAMILTON

GATTON parkrun celebrated its 10th anniversary on July 15, with more than 100 runners starting their mornings run at Lake Apex Park.

Participants were encouraged to wear G-themed attire to mark the Gatton annivercelebrate the occasion.

Parkrun Australia regional ambassador Lachie Miners suitable for the whole family

so it is quite inclusive for everyone from past runners who do it in 15 minutes right through to walkers,” he said.

The 37th parkrun event to start in Australia, Miners said the Gatton parkrun has both

for the local community.

parkrun,” he said.

“For most people that come a long, it’s the social interactions that they get.

“It’s a good way to get the community more active and

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The Gatton parkrun marked its 10th anniversary at Lake Apex Park on July 15.PHOTOS: JESSE HAMILTON

Three generations of the Ilka Family getting ready to run in the Gatton parkrun.