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Renaming Table Top MY response is to Mr Master’s comments about sentiments to the indigenous name of the Table Top mountain.

I cannot understand Mr Master’s focus or point on third or fourth generation.

To elaborate I am a child that was schooled in the 80’s and I feel I was denied many truths or factual recording of history.

Doesn’t time allow the to light.

Discussions may take place about the feats of Toowoomba regions warrior Multuggerah and his skirmishes with the Europeans.

If Mr Masters would rather focus on older

generations of recall of history, we could be in trouble.

Previous Prime Minister Scott Morrison called for the re-enactment of Cook’s circumnavigation of Australia and former National Deputy Leader Bridget McKenzie’s historical account was that 26th January as the anniversary when Captain Cook stepped ashore (Coleman, 2021, p. 82).

Mr Mark Tedeschi QC, a respected barrister and law professor highlights that just as our explorer exploits be acknowledged, so should be what happened to the Aboriginal inhabitants, that includes incidents of cultural destruction and massacres

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(Lydon & Ryan, 2018, p. 166).

Australia is a signatory of the United Nations Declaration of Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

These rights establish that that indigenous peoples have the right to organise themselves for political, economic, social and cultural enhancement in order to end discrimination and oppression.

Control by indigenous peoples over developments affecting them and their lands, territories and resources enable them to maintain and strengthen their institutions, cultures and traditions. (UN Declarations of Indigenous Peoples, 2006).

My point is that if we

can acknowledge the culture that accommodated this land by harnessing their knowledge, traditions and lore there may well be

It’s only taken 230 years to destruct our waterways and erode our lands.

Name changes are abundant.

Capalaba West is now Chandler.

Part of the Warrego Highway is Darren Lockyer Way.

Your comparison of inhabitants and owners are irrelevant and is of an ethnocentric view.

I believe the same thoughts are what possessed the use of the term terra nullius.

Bradley Love, Moore.

Artisans fundraise for Leukemia Foundation

TEAM Jody has invited residents to the Forest Hill Artisans Gathering this Saturday October 29 at 8am to support their fundraising efforts for the Leukemia Foundation.

Gayle Daetz started Team Jody after her son, Jody, passed away in 1999.

“My son, Jody, was diagnosed with Leukemia when he was 17, back in

1993,” Mrs Daetz said.

“He had six years of treatments but he passed away.

“He was 23 when he passed away, and he’s been gone for 23 years, and I’ve been volunteering for 23 years.”

The Artisan Gathering is Daetz.

It will include various local artisans, guest speaker

and life coach Diane McKendrick, two musicians, and the Laidley Lions will have a sausage sizzle and coffee.

“The store-holders will pay a fee and the funding from that will go to the Leukemia Foundation,” Mrs Daetz said.

The gathering will be held at the Forest Hill School of Arts Hall.

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Gayle Daetz has been fundraising for the Leukemia Foundation with Team Jody for 23 years.

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Somerset’s last bank standing

BY JACOB HAYDEN

AS OF Thursday November 3, 2022, the Lowood & Fernvale Bendigo Community Bank will be the only operational bank in the entire Somerset region.

Esk NAB will close its doors on 3 November 2022, and this follows in the wake of the closures of ANZ branches in Kilcoy and Toogoolawah.

Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington said the community has every right to be angry over the closures.

“People in regional towns value their local banking services, but we are seeing the big banks relinquish their commitment to serve country people who believe they can service their customers just as well online,” she said.

“We all know that many people in regional areas have poor internet connection, or no computer access at all, so internet banking isn’t always the answer.

“More and more people are being targeted in scams and there is a genuine need for victims of these crimes to be able to access their bank in person to discuss their situation.”

Former member of parliament and Toogoolawah

local Beryce Nelson said the banking sector’s closures across rural Australia showed little understanding or concern for the consequences of their actions.

“When we corporatise our world, we create an environment where good corporate outcomes have absolutely no

connection to good quality service delivery,” she said.

“This behaviour is really out of control, and it needs to be brought in by regulation.”

Mrs Nelson has called on local, state and federal governments to address the crisis.

Member for Blair Shayne Neumann said he was bitterly

disappointed in the banking sector.

“Admittedly, more people are going online to manage are still times when a face-toface meeting is important,” Mr Neumann said.

organisations who are paid in

cash.

“Does the treasurer hang on to the cash until they have the time to go to Ipswich?”

Lowood & Fernvale Bendigo Community Bank chairman Aaron Heck said customers could be assured the bank was there to stay.

“Saturday trading, unusual

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in today’s banking world, continues as a valued service to busy clients and those who work away from the region during the week,” Mr Heck said.

“Cash also remains importby the high usage of our ATM machine.”

The Lowood & Fernvale Bendigo Community Bank will be the last remaining bank in the Somerset region after NAB Esk closes on November 3.

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Fundraising for hall repairs

BY GRACE CRICHTON

QUEENSLAND Country Women’s Association (QCWA) Lowood branch are holding a cent sale on October 29 to raise much needed funds for repairs to their hall.

Branch secretary Pam Elliott said vandals broke eight of the hall’s windows with a metal garbage bin in early August.

“We’ve just had a few large bills with insurance and everything, and that’s not cheap these days,” Mrs Elliott said.

“We’re hoping the cent sale will pay for the last window.”

Local supplier Gav’s Glass donated a window and gave Elliott said, but the QCWA branch needs community support.

“One of the new windows has already been broken again,” Mrs Elliott said.

“Gav has very generously donated that window to us.

“All up the bill, even

though they gave us very good pricing and a large discount, it was pretty close to $3000.”

Prizes for the cent sale have been donated by local businesses.

“We really appreciate the help that the local businesses in Fernvale and Lowood give us at these times,” Mrs Elliott

said.

The hall is hired out to several community groups and the QCWA committee have invested in air conditioning

their comfort.

“It’s a little bit sad that it’s used for the community and we’re trying to keep it in as good a condition as we can,”

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Mrs Elliott said.

“It’s just a shame that young boys or girls or whoever just can’t respect that it’s there for the community.

“That’s the saddest part for me.”

The cent sale will be held at the Lowood QCWA Hall on Saturday October 29 and begins at 1pm.

Desert Rose delivers

SERVICES Australia Mobile Service Centre (MSC), Desert Rose, toured Lockyer and Somerset earlier this month to support struggling communities.

MSC manager Steve Bell said the Desert Rose van had over 100 visitors between Toogoolawah, Esk, Coominya, Plainland and Laidley from October 5 to October 13.

The MSC also stopped at Gatton on October 18-19.

“Locals have told us how much they really value the service we provide through the Mobile

Service Centre,” Mr Bell said.

“Our team have assisted people with things like accessing and linking their myGov accounts to services like Medicare, updating personal information online, and providing tutorials on how to use our website and Express Plus apps effectively.

“We’ve also helped a number of customers with Department of Veterans’ Affairs services.”

The MSC provided support for locals in towns with minimal access to Centrelink services.

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The Lowood QCWA are holding a cent sale this weekend to help foot the bill for repairs wrought by vandals.

The Desert Rose van on Crescent St, Gatton on Tuesday October 18.

Revolting rate of recycling contamination in our bins

BY JACOB HAYDEN

DO YOU need a refresher on what does and does not go in the yellow-top recycling bin?

Lockyer Valley Regional Council (LVRC) Deputy Mayor Jason Cook said the region has experienced the highest contamination of recycling bins ever recorded.

ing capacity, we’re working hard to divert, recover and recycle as much as we can to reduce the long-term impacts on the community,” Cr Cook said.

“Despite the greater portion of our region doing the right thing when it comes to being jeopardised by those who blatantly disregard the correct use of bins, and are contaminating our recycling streams.

“When individual residents throw items such as soiled nappies in the recy-

cling bin, the entire truck load is at risk of becoming contaminated and ending up

“When it comes to recycling, we all need to do the

right thing by chipping in and playing our part – we all have a role to play in helping the environment and we all

LVRC will be ramping up

nation by partnering with JJ Richards Waste & Recycling and Anuha.

Anuha CEO Robert Evelyn said Anuha was operat-

ing at 10-12% contamination rates in 2019, but the rate has now reached 25%.

“We’re talking about all manner of things that shouldn’t be in the recycling bin,” Mr Evelyn said.

Among the kerbside-collected recycling Anuha workers have seen dirty nappies, food waste, microwave ovens, and dead goats, rabbits and birds.

Mr Evelyn said he suspects some residents are protesting council with their recycling choices, but it is Anuha workers who deal with the contamination.

“It can’t just be a misdeliberately placed in the recycling bin,” he said.

“That puts people at harm at the other end when they have to manually sort

Visit the Lockyer Valley and Somerset Regional Councils’ websites for detailed recycling guidelines.

Have your say on the future of aged care standards

CONSULTATION on the revised Aged Care Quality Standards is open now until November 25.

The Department of Health and Aged Care is conducting a review of the Aged Care Quality Standards, as recommended by the Royal Commission, and is seeking feedback

on a new, strengthened version of the standards.

Minister for Aged Care Anika Wells is encouraging older people, their family, friends, carers, and aged care providers to share their views on strengthening quality in aged care.

“I want to ensure all older people receive high

quality care that is best suited to them and meets their individual needs, which is why it’s so critical that as many people engage as possible and have their say,” she said.

“We heard what the Royal Commission said and are raising the bar for quality and safety.”

The review responds to the recommendations of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety.

This includes strengthening key areas such as food and nutrition, diversity, dementia, clinical care, and governance.

The content and struc-

ture of the current Quality Standards have been retargeted consultation with key stakeholders including consumer representatives, the sector, peak bodies and experts.

Visit agedcareengagement.health.gov.au/qualitystandards

LVRC news

Acknowledging long-serving employees

FORTY-seven Lockyer Valley Regional Council (LVRC) employees with more than 600 years’ combined service have been recognised by council.

This year marked a milestone for a host of employees, who were acknowledged for reaching 10, 15, 20, 25 and 35 years’ service.

Mayor Tanya Milligan commended council’s employees on their efforts and work ethic.

“This is a remarkable achievement and something both our employees, and council as an employer, can be proud of,” Cr Milligan said.

Business Preparedness Workshops

LVRC has joined forces with AusIndustry to roll out free Disaster Management Preparedness Workshops for businesses across the region.

The workshops will be held on:

October 27 at Withcott Hotel from 10am -11.30am

November 3 at Gatton Shire Hall from 3pm - 4.30pm Call 0416 856 560 or email renae.berry@ep.industry.gov. au.

Nominate for Australia Day Awards

NOMINATIONS for the 2023 Australia Day Awards will close on November 11.

LVRC will present six categories of community-nominated awards: Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year, Senior Sportsperson of the Year, Junior Sportsperson of the Year, Event of the Year, and Community Organisation of the Year.

Nominate at lockyervalley. smartygrants.com.au/AustDay2023 – hardcopy forms available upon request.

Anuha staff working at the Material Recovery Facility in Gatton.

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Reliving the days of dance

BY GRACE CRICHTON

FAMILY, friends, and dance-lovers reunited for a dance at Glenore Grove Hall on Saturday October 22 in

honour of Lyn Kerr.

Mrs Kerr taught dance to hundreds of people over forty years, from Coominya to Mulgowie, Grandchester to Gatton.

for perform the Gypsy Tap, Boston Two-Step, Pride of Erin, and for the kids, the Chicken Dance.

Mrs Kerr was joined by her

four children, 10 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren and their families.

Proceeds from the dance went to the Glenore Grove Hall Committee.

Michelle marks 25 years as a Justice of the Peace

MICHELLE Hunter celebrated 25 years as a Justice of the Peace (JP) earlier this month.

Member for Lockyer Jim McDonald congratulated Mrs Hunter on her service and thanked her for her ongoing dedication.

JPs are volunteers who undertake special responsibilities like signing documents that require hearing some court matters.

By performing these

services, they allow lawyers and the courts to concentrate on complex legal matters.

Mrs Hunter said she has seen and heard some interesting things in her time.

“I used to sit in on police interviews,” she said.

“It was really nice to be recognised for my time.”

Mrs Hunter balances her volunteering with her work as the Gatton Hospital acting nursing unit manager.

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Member for Lockyer Jim McDonald and Justice of the Peace Michelle Hunter.

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Lyn Kerr (seated) and her family at the dance held in her honour on October 22.

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Vorpagel, Rita Rasmussen, Noel Steinhardt, Diane Acworth.

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Darren Sippel, Amanda Sippel, Mal Jahnke and Maree Jahnke.

Global aid, local impact

BY GRACE CRICHTON

LOCKYER Valley residents and community groups benby receiving care packages Sunday October 23. to Gatton to distribute 700 tions. er said Iglesia Ni Cristo’s project.

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Updates from SRC

Make Somerset sparkle

HELP bring the sparkle of Christmas to Somerset by lighting up your home or business and entering the annual Somerset Christmas Lights Competition.

Entries are now open and will close on 4pm Thursday November 24. Visit somerset.qld.gov. au for more information. Let’s talk about art at The Condensery

TWO new exhibitions at The Condensery art gallery in Toogoolawah will hold a performance and panel discussion about art, open to the public from 4.30pm on Saturday October 29.

Book your free tickets at thecondensery.com.au Wild dog and pig bounty charges

CHANGES to SRC’s dingo, wild dog and pig bounty payment method will begin on November 16 at the bounty days held in Esk and Kilcoy.

Bounty payments will no longer be paid in cash, but to a Somerset rate assessment nominated by the claimant.

Understanding your

SRC has implemented a to allow residents to asVisit bit.ly/3M9tpEs and follow the prompts. Register for Garage Sale Trail

THE 2022 Garage Sale Trail will take place over four weekends from October 29 to November 20.

The trail was made locally possible by SRC. Register and learn more at garagesaletrail. com.au

Get free weather alerts

SRC offers residents the opportunity to receive free alerts from the Early Warning Network for severe weather direct to your phone or email.

To sign up, visit somerset.qld.gov.au/ewn

Iglesia Ni Cristo (Church of Christ) donated $10,000 collectively to Lockyer Valley community organisations, represented by Sue Ward, Val Schwede, Vikki Carsburg, Bec Daikin, Linda Roberts, Jackie Porter, and Idell Wadley.

Rock ‘n’ Roll never dies

BY GRACE CRICHTON

GATTON partied like it was 1959 at the Seniors Month rock ‘n’ roll dance at the shire hall on October 22.

Organised by Lockyer

Community Centre and funded by the Council on the Aging (COTA), the event attracted not only locals but rock ‘n’ roll enthusiasts from Brisbane, Logan, Ipswich, and Toowoomba.

Lockyer Community Centre manager Linda Roberts said the event celebrated Seniors Month, but also brought together people of all ages to enjoy themselves through dance.

“Music connects everybody,” she said.

“Think about the old dance nights, it’s where people met their partners, their wives.

“That’s what inspired the idea.”

Raising funds to stop crime

CRIMESTOPPERS Lockyer Valley held their annual Greg Steffens Memorial Bowls Night on Saturday October 15.

Chairperson Janice Holstein said this year’s ‘tradie’ themed night was sold out and teams donning their best hi-vis to raise money for the charity.

“A lot of the team have gone to a lot of effort with their tradie gear, there

there,” Cr Holstein said. The best dressed team were the ‘Mo Bros’ Kerrod Doyle, Chantelle Austin, Casie Shakespeare and Lee Shakespeare.

The event made $1651 and the committee extended their thanks to all who supported the Greg Steffens Memorial Bowls Night.

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Breakaway Dance Group provided the entertainment and Sweetsville provided and popcorn.

Seniors Month activities wrap up this weekend.

Telco backup keeping Kilcoy connected

KILCOY will be better connected during emergencies and natural disasters following the installation of a backup NBN Sky Muster satellite at the main administration centre.

It was installed under the Australian Government’s Strengthening Telecommunications Against Natural Disasters (STAND) program.

The satellite services will provide backup and alternative communications facilities.

Federal Member for Blair Shayne Neumann said staying connected during a natural disaster could be the difference between life and death, whether receiving the latest information or contacting emergency services.

“This satellite upgrade is a major boost for the town of Kilcoy in my electorate and will help ensure we minimise the risk of local communications network disruptions when natural disasters strike,” he said.

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The rock ‘n’ roll themed dance night attracted 70 people to the Gatton Shire Hall on Saturday.

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Crimestoppers Lockyer Valley hosted a bowls night to raise funds.

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The best dressed team (‘tradie’ theme) were the Mo Bros.

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Sweetsville awarded Heather Stegeman ‘best dressed’.

Life-long dancers Linda and Ken Brooker of Vernor.

Country weddings prove a winner

BY GRACE CRICHTON

HOLY Red Deer Estate is setting the bar for Esk destination weddings as the winner of two Wedding Industry Awards.

The historic church and grounds on Ipswich St won best Chapels, Churches & Ceremony Locations, and Wedding Venue DIY in the Southern Queensland Country categories, announced on October 18.

Owner Michelle Goodchild bought the venue in 2020 and months ago.

“I didn’t expect to get it,” she said.

Mrs Goodchild said she found the DIY aspect of wedding planning has proved popular with brides.

“I think that’s why it’s so good,” she said.

“People come in and I walk them around, tell them what a few people have done, and then they do what they actually want to do, which is

a real freedom in this world.”

Holy Red Deer has hosted weddings of varied styles, from rockabilly, to country, and boho.

Mrs Goodchild said she encouraged brides to use local vendors and businesses.

“It’s been great business for town because all these people have got to stay somewhere,” she said.

“I’ve really loved the journey and I love giving people this beautiful opportunity to be out here.”

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A quiet life in the Lockyer Valley

BY GRACE CRICHTON

JOSEPHINE Linnan had enjoyed a quiet life in the Lockyer Valley.

She was born in 1923 to Thomas William and Josephine Julia.

They were farmers in Lake Clarendon, a property which has been in the family for 100 years as of last year.

“It was mixed farming, lettuce and lucerne, that sort

Her paternal grandfather came from Ireland and her maternal side came from Germany.

She grew up on the 53-acre three sisters and one brother.

“We enjoyed life on the

“We had a few cows, just half a dozen or so, just for

Like many farming families, the children all pitched in to help their father with the farm work.

“We used to sit on the potato planter and help Josephine went to school

“We all went to school at “We rode ponies and bikes to school, about three miles.

“No cars in those days to Getting to Forest Hill and taking the train to Gatton to

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obstacle so Josephine began her working life at a shop.

“I worked at Forest Hill in a grocery shop for two years she said.

It was at Gatton Agricultural College (now UQ Gatton Campus) where Josephine spent the majority of her working life.

“The 18th of May 1942 I on the day Australia won the That was September 26, 1983.

Her 41-year career was spent working in the kitchen, feeding the hungry students at the college, sometimes up to 400 people.

“I started as a waitress and

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The college was a base for America soldiers during World War II.

Until the war ended in 1945, the cooks worked in make-shift kitchens.

“We were sort of scattered

she said.

As the times changes, by bike or pony was left in the past. said.

“A blue one with a swipe

her mother, who passed away in 1986, to a house on Woodlands Rd in Gatton.

Although Josephine did she remained close with her siblings and their children.

“They are all really good

Church life was important missed a Sunday’.

She attended the Catholic Church in Gatton.

sports, namely tennis and indoor bowls.

“We played a lot of tennis, she said.

She started playing indoor bowls in Forest Hill then

“There were around Josephine said.

“It was really good

Josephine has spent her life in the Lockyer Valley.

“I was either working or looking after mum. far anyway, I was always happy to stay at home.

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Josephine Linnan, now a resident at Tabeel, grew up on the family farm in Lake Clarendon.

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Festival shows best of Linville

PROVING a small village can do big things, Linville Heritage and Arts Festival returns November 19 and 20 with a program that is bigger than ever.

The Linville Progress Association and local businesses have joined forces to make the two-day festival one not to be missed.

Linville Heritage and Arts Festival chair Jan Bathersby said the festival has grown since its debut in 2020 thanks to the contributions of Linville community and businesses.

“The whole of the Linville community and businesses are supporting it this year,” she said.

“That’s why it’s so big this year.”

There are more than 30 events planned, from markets, music, art, poetry, history displays, walking tours and more.

Linville State School, Linville Store and Café, the Linville Hotel, Picnic Society, Total Sawmilling and Timber,

Blackbutt RSL Sub-Branch, Camp Duckadang, Deer Linville, and Linville Station

make this festival a must-see experience.

“For the village, it’s been really important to bring the businesses and the commu-

nity together to plan it,” Ms Bathersby said.

Throughout the day on Saturday visitors can watch chainsaw artist Luke Sheehan carve a timber sculpture, enjoy bush poetry, and watch artists at work as they participate for the Linville Art

Prize.

There’s no shortage of good food, with the hotel holding a Great Aussie Barbecue for lunch on Saturday, picnic boxes at the Picnic Society’s pop-up shop, and as just a few of the options.

Angel Strings return for classical music under the stars on Saturday night, a highlight of last year’s program.

Sunday’s program includes markets, horse and carriage rides, and the community garden stage three reveal.

It’s a celebration of small village charm.

“It’s just lovely that people are discovering what we all know, and we love it,” Ms Bathersby said.

“It’s a good place to be and a good place to visit so why not share it.”

Visit Linville for the annual Heritage and Arts Festival on November 19 and 20.

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LOCKYER VALLEY ‘everyday heroes’ Kimberly Allen and Tracey Eelkema were announced as the recipients of the QBANK Everyday Hero Awards on October 12.

The annual awards program celebrates Queensland Frontline and Public Service workers who have gone above and beyond the call of duty across the past 12 months.

Constable Allen, who was nominated six times, initiated a domestic and family violence crisis pack drive at Gatton Police Station along with colleague Tracey Eelkeme.

“Tracey and I often purchase a few items that are on special each week while doing our personal grocery shop,” Constable Allen said.

“Friends, family and some community members are also supporting our initiative by donating items to help support DV aggrieved women.

“We have now expanded our range to include packs for aggrieved children and

aggrieved men.”

The packs are all individual in content, but typically include toothbrushes and toothpaste, shampoo and hair conditioner, sanitary products, hand lotion, body lotion, cotton buds, tissues, hand sanitiser and a face mask.

The children’s packs include colouring-in pencils, tissues, socks, stationery, activities and snacks.

All the items are paid for by Kimberly and Tracey, or donated by friends, family, or community members.

They were joint winners in

the ‘excellence’ category.

QBANK Chief of Distribution and Partnerships Paula Hayes said the nominations for this year’s awards indicate the number of committed and said QBANK was proud to serve those who have gone above and beyond to serve their communities.

“We congratulate the outstanding winners of this year’s awards, along with every incredible nominee that has displayed great character and commitment our frontline services are known for.”

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Ten stories: ‘Coming Home’

BY PETA LISTER

Then

Riding high on the pommel of dads saddle, the gelding carefully picked his way through the slippery rocks in the creek. Cold raindrops from dads Akubra dripping on my smiling face, with his DrizaBone coat wrapped warmly about me. The oily smell, horse sweat and leather, delicious aromas to a daughter of a cattlemen, a light horseman.

1967

The vinyl seat of our ‘62 station wagon was hot and sticky. Our family of seven drove down the dirt road for the last time. I twisted round, but my view out the dusty back window was clouded with sadness running down my cheeks. I wanted to remember everything, the blue hills surrounding our farm, lucerne paddocks, horses, places where I used to run in soft spring grass. At 7 my childhood world was fading round another bumpy dirt bend. I hated cattle ticks and the quarantine that forced my mum and dad to sell up our farm at Biarra.

‘Valley settlers’ who planted roots of Faith here could see us leaving. My great great grandfather James Dunlop and his bachelor son David who raised dad, my great grandfathers Lars Andersen from the Esk sawmill and Henry Plantagenet Somerset of whom Somerset dam is named after, the McConnells from Cressbrook Station and the Peters from Gallanani Station.

Brisbane must have thought the Beverly Hillbillies had arrived when we moved into our new house! But even when the thick air was a cacophony of city noise I could still hear the willy wagtails calling to each other like they did on the farm. Calling to me I imagined, to the hills and valleys

1974

My dad died. Of all the dark days in my life this was the worst. My high riding

hero had crossed the bar to his maker. Everything was silent, in slow motion. I reckon he died from chemical poisoning used to dip the cattle for ticks. Dad made the best of everything in Brisbane, but he dearly missed the horses and the farm. During that tough time mum’s faith, family, friends, and church family kept us going.

1979

At 18 nursing became my professional calling for the next 36 years.

1982

‘Creation in Him’ matched me with my husband of 39 years. We share three beautiful children who also

For each of us have grown under the stars and birdsong, walking the dusty tracks and watching lightning strikes with awe and wonder.

2014

where three children lived was now silent. The empty rooms beckoned us to an old

house in Esk, neatly nested under ‘Glen Rock’. The hills standing anciently as in childhood days. Nature in its rawest unconformity.

ers from our garden and place them on the Cenotaph on Anzac Day with a note to my grandfather to tell him I love him. The rough barbed wire wreath placed ever so dearly at the base of the cenotaph, symbolic of macarbness and horror of war, somehow gives me peace.

Yahweh has returned the freedom to this Valley child, whose forebears rest quietly. Willy wag tails call and the smell of the frosted grass, I know I am home.

This work is part of Somerset Regional Council’s 10 Stories project, celebrating the region’s unique and diverse culture. This project is supported by the Queensland Government through the Independent Creations Fund, an initiative of Arts Queensland.

Sunday

Fun for the whole

Then you will live in the land that I gave your forefathers, you will be My people, and I will be your God.

‘The oily smell, horse sweat and leather, delicious aromas to a daughter of a cattlemen, a light horseman.’

PHOTO: PETA LISTER

1. Which Aussie horse was known as a social media star for their unique name?

2. In what year did Michelle Payne (pictured) win the Melbourne Cup?

3. Who was the first jockey to win the Melbourne Cup?

4 In which year was the Melbourne Cup officially declared a public holiday?

5. Which of these celebrities has not attended the Melbourne Cup? a) Sarah Jessica Parker b) Snoop Dogg c) Kylie Jenner

6. What is the Melbourne Cup locally known as?

7. Which jockey was the winner of the 2021 Melbourne Cup?

8. Which of these names is not a real racehorse name: a) Maythehorsebewithu b) Waikikamukau or c) Pasture Bedtime? Flemington racecourse track is shaped like

Who was the first, and to date the only, Aboriginal jockey to win the Melbourne Cup?

What is the prize for the 2022 first place

What age were the oldest three horses to win the Melbourne Cup?

The Cup is the biggest event of what annual series?

14. What headwear is traditionally worn by women attending the race?

15. Is the Melbourne Cup traditionally held before or after the Caulfield Cup?

16. The prize for the first Melbourne Cup was made of what material?

17. How many barriers are there for the race?

18. What place did Queen Elizabeth II’s horse Arabian Story come in the 1997 Cup?

19. Trainer Bart Cummings has won the Cup a record how many times?

20. Horse trainers, and previous winners of the Melbourne Cup, David Hayes and Gai Waterhouse both recently attended which historic event?

21. The 2021 Melbourne Cup was the first time the race’s winner started from what barrier number?

22. Who in 2001 became the first female trainer to win a Melbourne Cup?

23. In 2006, Delta Blues became the first horse from which country to win the Melbourne Cup?

24. What is a farrier?

25. Jockey Bobbie Lewis holds the record of how many Melbourne Cup wins?

26. In which year did celebrity supermodel Gigi Hadid attend the Melbourne Cup?

27. Which Australian precious metals specialist has made the Melbourne Cup trophy since 2016?

28. And is the present day trophy made mostly of bronze or gold?

29. In what year was the call of the Melbourne Cup first broadcast on radio?

30. Was the Melbourne Cup race originally one mile, two miles or three miles long?

FLEMINGTON

Why does this race stop the nation?

BY BRUCE HORROCKS

IT IS THE best known horse race in Australia, in fact the world.

It’s the race ‘most wanted’ by horse trainers and owners worldwide.

For many years it was Australia’s richest horse race, but it has since been eclipsed by the Everest in Sydney. was run in 1861, the glamour and the mystique of the Melbourne Cup still excites.

What entices the once-a-

What is it that entices us to get dressed up, take the day

In my view, it is not just about the race.

The Melbourne Cup has become an occasion, a true Australian tradition and an event that not only stops the nation, but unites it.

It is known as the race ‘that stops the nation’ and it truly is.

Victoria Racing Club is very astute to time the race for the worldwide audience but also so mums could go to

the parties and still get home in time to do the school run.

In Melbourne it is a public holiday and in my view it

should be a holiday right across Australia as productivity slows to a crawl after the big race.

I think the Melbourne Cup does more to unite Australians than a lot of the other public holidays we have now.

It’s the only city in the world where there is a public holiday declared for a horse race.

Australia has long and deep relationships with the Melbourne Cup.

A quarter of Melbourne’s population reportedly visits the race, making it one of events.

Many of those visitors are not ‘racing’ people and

have not been on a race track before or since.

It’s the ‘place to be seen’ for the stars and politicians and others of note.

It is also important to note that it has been run every year since its inception in 1861.

Even through the war years and more recently during COVID, the Cup has run every year.

Whether the occasion, the tradition, or the race itself, the Melbourne Cup is undoubtedly woven into the cultural fabric of our nation.

Makybe Diva, three time winner of the Melbourne Cup.

PHOTO: MAKYBE STUD

The Spring Meeting of the Victoria Racing Club – The Cup Day, Samuel Calvert, 1865, print from wood engraving.

PHOTO: STATE LIBRARY OF VICTORIA.

Developing cures from native plants

BY JACOB HAYDEN

Associate Professor in for Drug Discovery (GRIDD, NatureBank manager Rohan Davis said his work with native Australian plants could one day lead to life-saving medications.

Recently, Prof Davis has been working with Lowood native plant specialist Peter Bevan to grow and analyse native plants belonging to the genus Eremophila.

“Years ago, I happened to meet Peter Bevan at a talk that I was giving to the Australian Native Plants Society… and I was talking about these Eremophila plants that I had become fascinated in due to their novel chemistry,” Prof Davis said.

“We talked about our love of these plants, he loves them because they’re very

Discovery.PHOTOS: JACOB HAYDEN

hardy plants, have beautiful out at Lowood.

“I love them because they have some interesting chemistry that might be biologically active.”

Mr Bevan and Prof Davis planted 100 Eremophila

plants in Lowood near the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail early this year, in order to supply more material of

for chemical and biological investigations by Prof Davis’ team of PhD students at

ing compounds from nature that might have, one day, an impact on drug discovery and may even become a pharmaceutical of the future,” Prof Davis said.

“That’s a long road, the development of a drug can take up to 18 years and we’re at a very early stage.

“Studying unique and under-investigated Australian plants is a great place to start when looking for new bioactive compounds that might impact drug discovery and

development.

“We’re looking for new compounds which have anti-malarial, anti-viral (HIV, cer (breast, prostate, glioblasProf Davis has been visiting Lowood monthly to take small samples of the plant crop.

“We’re investigating how the seasons might impact the chemistry of this particular plant,” he said.

ed for analysis in the GRIDD labs in order to see if there ical make-up.

Mr Bevan, who has worked with native plants for decades, has been maintaining the crops for the GRIDD’s research.

“It’s all very interesting,” Mr Bevan said.

“The word Eremophila means desert lover, because most of the grow in very arid areas, and that’s why it does so well out here.”

“BASIC science can lead to wonderful things, interesting discoveries that you wouldn’t have expected.”

Agritourism grants available

FOLLOWING strong interest in Round 1 of the Queensland Agritourism Business Grants program, the Queensland Government has again partnered with the Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) to deliver Round 2.

Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries and Minister for Rural Communities Mark Furner said providing co-funding so farmers could establish or expand their agritourism businesses supported the ongoing growth of agritourism in Queensland.

“Previous grants allowed the development or expansion of agritourism businesses through the provision of professional or specialist consultancy services, or conon-farm infrastructure,” Mr Furner said.

“A series of agritourism development workshops have also been conducted

across the State under this initiative, making a real they approach the tourism part of their agritourism business, and to understand what resources are available to them.”

there is a 50 per cent co-contribution up to a maximum

of $25,000 to match farmers’ funds.

In 2020 the Queensland Government established a $2 million agribusiness diversi-

Queensland Government’s Unite and Recover: Economic Recovery Plan, to build capability and explore potential

in agricultural businesses.

mechanism for agribusinesses and with DAF’s assistance, partnered with agritourism specialists Regionality Pty Ltd to research and write the Queensland Agritourism the barriers to, and opportu-

nities for agritourism growth across the state.

QFF CEO Jo Sheppard said this important early

themes of Strategic Leadership; Regulatory and Policy Reform; and Agritourism Sector Development as critical to the future of agritourism in Queensland.

“QFF partnered with DAF to deliver Round 1 of the Queensland Agritourism Grants Program earlier this year,” Ms Sheppard said.

“This was oversubscribed, attracting over $1.5M in applications, proving the value many Queensland farmers are placing on the opportunity of agritourism as a business

“People often ask, what is agritourism?

“Agritourism is a tourism-related agricultural experience, service or product that connects visitors with people, places or products on a farm.

“Agritourism is an important growth industry for Queensland’s economy, particularly in regional and rural areas over the next decade and is worth an estimated $4.5 billion by 2030.

Round 2 closes at midnight on November 13.

Farms’ expansion to meet demand, provide jobs with RED grant

LOCKYER Valley’s own CJZ Farms and Reck Farms are set to increase production and create new jobs as the successful recipients of a Rural Economic Development (RED) Grant. Reck Farms business

Salter said the grant will be the family business but to

the wider community.

“The addition of the new technology will complement the existing grading line to produce better output new and existing markets,” he said.

“The improved infrastructure in the packing house will also allow us to take on

an increase of supply from onion growers interstate.

“This means we will be able to process and package produce all year round instead of only four months of the year.”

Director of CJZ Farm’s Calvin Zischke is a fourth-generation horticulture producer and said consumer demand for their

products continues to grow.

The ‘shovel ready’ project will enhance the horticulture producers current packing and processing infrastructure to help the business keep up with consumer demand for ready to eat and snacking products.

“The markets have been rapidly expanding over the last few years and the

current facility limits growth due to infrastructure constraints,” he said.

“This project will enhance our capability to meet these markets by for processing a variety of different crops, increase storage capacity, streamline the bulk export process

transport and logistics zone.”

CJZ Farms and Reck Farms are two of 16 businesses approved in the fourth round of the RED Grants program with total funding of just over $3 million.

For more information on the RED Grant scheme visit www.qrida.qld.gov.au

CONTRIBUTED

A second round of the popular Agritourism grants is now open.

PHOTO: QUEENSLAND FAMERS FEDERATION.

Grain Fed Steers sell to $3463 at 29th Moreton Beef Show & Sale

Agents Boyd O’Brien Bartholomew reported a yarding of 630 head at their 29th annual Moreton Classic Beef Show and Sale, which has supported the Royal Flying Doctor Service for over 20 years. A top-quality line-up of grain accredited, grain assisted, crop/pasture and feeder cattle came to hand and met with strong competition from a full panel of buyers.

Jilabri Family Trust exhibited the Champion grain fed pen, with the limousin steers selling for 467.2c/ kg to return $2795. Champion grain fed export beast was presented by Kingsford Farms from Freestone Feedlot. The charolais cross steer made 477.2c/kg to return $3125. Hillcroft Feedlot Pty Ltd presented the limousin steer Champion grain fed trade beast and sold to 503.2c/kg to return $2440. Creekview Cattle Co Pty Ltd was awarded champion grass exhibit with a pen of 3 brangus x ox that made 425.2c/kg to return $2140. From Enterprises presented

From Enterprises presented a pen of charolais x heifers, which were named Champion pen of feeder heifers and sold to 461.2c/kg to come back at $1746. The Clarke family, Beechmont, presented the Champion pen of feeder steers. The charolais x steers sold for 499.2c/kg to realize $2542.

Hillcroft Feedlot sold a 100-day accredited limousin steer for 461.2c/kg to return $3643. A grass fed charbray bullock from Thompson Bros made 431.2c kg to return $3320. Bernie Duncombe consigned a grass fed charolais x steer that sold for 440.0c/ kg to realize $3234. A vendor bred grain assisted santa/limousin x ox from Ben Beling sold for 440.2c/kg to return $3323.

Kingsford Family Trust, Freestone Feedlot, sold a pen of six 100-day accredited charolais x steers for 461.2c/kg to realize $3336. Creekview Cattle Co, Kilcoy, sold a pasture fed speckle park x

steer for 433.2c/kg to come back at $2902. A charbray x grain assisted steer from Beaudesert SHS sold for 435c/kg to come back at $3001. GS and DF Argent & Sons sold grain assisted limousin steer for 449.2c/kg to return $3234. A grain accredited charbray steer from Triple P Pastoral made 457.2c/kg to realize $3108. Faith Lutheran College, Plainland, exhibited grain assisted charolais steers that sold to 443.2c/kg to return $2799. A grain accredited limousin steer from Tom & Joy Surawksi made 459.2c/kg to come back at $2663. Royston Grazing sold grain accredited steers for 439.2c/kg, 425.2c/kg and 437.2c/ kg to return $2313, $2338 and $2470 respectively. Grain assisted Speckle Park x steers from Barry

realize $2234. The Knopke Family presented a home bred grain assisted limousin steer that made 464.2c/kg and returned $2785. Grain assisted angus steers from the Issell Family sold for 433.2c/

kg to come back at $2758.

Len and Pat Haynes sold a grain accredited charbray steer that made 447.2c/kg for $3085. Grain accredited charbray heifers from Greendale Cattle Co made 441.2c/ kg to return $2228. From Enterprises exhibited charolais feeder steers that sold for 500.0c/kg to return $1858. A grass fed 6 tooth charolais x steer from Dallas Allery made 417.2c/kg to come back at $3379. Greg Beard consigned a grain assisted limousin steer that made 468.2c/kg to realize $2434. Grain assisted limousin steers from Graham Bell sold for 477.2c/kg to realize $2242. The

santa Gertrudis cows to 387.0c/kg to come back at $2592. Grain assisted greyman steers from Sword Holdings made 420.0c/kg to return

sold charbray x feeder steers for 517.2c/kg to realize $1830. A santa Gertrudis pasture fed steer from Camp View Grazing made 420c/ kg to come back at $2646.

Eurara Pty Ltd consigned grain assisted brahman steers that made 432.0c/kg to return $2937.

Agents Boyd O’Brien Bartholomew would like to sincerely thank all our vendors, buyers and underbidders.

A special thank you to all our valued sponsors and supporters for your ongoing contributions. A for your hard work in the lead up to and on the day of the sale and show.

PHOTO: Beef Show judging of a top quality line up before a strong sale. PHOTO SUPPLIED.

LIVESTOCK & PRODUCE MARKET REPORTS SPONSORED BY MORETON SALEYARDS

CoominyaSchoolaimstogiveitschildrenawiderangeofexperiences andsupportthroughouttheschoolyear.

Support

Ourschoolinvestsheavilyinsupportservicesforchildren.Wecommit resourcestohaveaSpeechTherapistandGuidanceOfficerattheschool formoredaysthanisnotionallyallocated.Wealsohaveextendedtime foraLearningSupportteacher. BeforeandAfterschoolcare(runbyanaccreditedprogram)isavailable onsiteattheschool.

PrepTransition

IsyourchildduetostartPrepin2023(childrenbornbetweenJuly2017 andJune2018)?Coominyaisofferingtwoopportunitieswhereyourchild cancomeand‘sample’schoolforamorning(9amto11am).Session1–Friday4thNovember.Session2–Monday7thNovemberincludinga parentinformationsession.

It’snotjustschoolagedchildren!

Theschoolcurrentlyemploysa‘PlayGroup’coordinatorsothatfamilies ofchildrenwhoaretooyoungforschoolcanlearntoplaywithothers. Thegroupalsoseekstobeasupporttoparentsofyoungchildrenas well.PlayGroupmeetsfortnightlyonaWednesdaymorning.

Activities

Theschoolyearcanbeverybusy,asweensurechildrenhaveaccesstoa rangeofexperiencesoutsideofthe‘normal’schoolday.

Childrenareofferedavarietyofopportunitiestoengageininterschool sport,aswellasculturalactivities.

·Under8swasagreatsuccesswithdisplaysandactivitiesfromawide rangeofcommunitygroups.

·NAIDOC–VirtualRealityexplorationofIndigenousculture.

·Cultural–thedigeribone,anAustralianinventedmusicalinstrumentwas demonstrated,Drumming,allchildrendrummedtogetherledbysome westAfricanseducators,StoryArtsFestival,listeningtoandlearningfrom children’sauthorsandillustrators

·Sporting–TrackandFieldandCrossCountry–achancetoqualify throughtostatestandards,NRLandAFLgaladays,tennisandAFL coaching,swimming

·Academic–StudentsrepresentedourschoolattheSomersetReaders Cup.Ourteamwas requiredtoreadanumberofbooksandanswer questionsaboutthemonthedayoftheCup.

SportsReps

Avibrantandauthenticeducationthatequips youngpeopletoboldlyandconfidentlyshape ourworld.

Establishedin1999,FaithLutheranCollegeissituatedwithinthe expandingruralcommunityofPlainland,mid-waybetween IpswichandToowoombainSouth-EastQueensland.

ProvidingeducationalopportunitiesfromYear7toYear12,and beginningfromaninitialcohortof40learners,theCollegehas growntoaccommodatemorethan750students.

Purpose-builttocaterforeducationacrosstheLockyerValleyand GreaterWesternBrisbaneregions,ourcampusfootprint encompasses70acresofland,designedtosupportadiverse curriculumofteachingandlearning.

ThespaceaffordedbyourruralsettingenablesourCollegeto offeranumberofspecialisedfacilitiesforstudents,includinga fully-equippedagriculturalandruraloperationsprecinct,amultidisciplinetradetrainingcentre,anindustrygradehospitality trainingkitchen,andstate-of-the-artsportsauditoriumandfitness centre.

AtFaith,webelievethatcuriosityisattheheartoflearning,and thateducationextendsfaroutsideoftheclassroom.Our curriculumisdesignedtoamplifythepassionsandGod-givengifts ofeachindividualstudent–providingopportunitiestoexplorea broadrangeofpathways,engagewithadiverserangeoflearning styles,andpursuetheirownuniquejourneytoasuccessfulcareer –andlife–beyondschool.

GlenoreGroveStateSchoolpridesthemselvesonsupporting studentswithbothacademicachievementsandsocialemotional wellbeing.Wedeliverstrongteachingandlearningbasedonthe AustralianCurriculumtoensurethatstudentsarewellprepared fortheirfuture.Wealsoknow thattoensurestudentscanengage andlearneffectivelytheyneedtohaveskillstomanagetheir feelingsandwellbeing.

TheschoolhasdevelopedaframeworkwecallSWELL(Student WellbeingforEngagingLiterateLearners).Thisframeworkishow weensurethewellbeingofallmembersoftheschoolcommunity. Werecognisethatwellbeingisconnectedtolearning.AttheGrove, wenurturestudentssothey becomeresilient,lifelonglearners whocanbecomesuccessfulintheirlifepursuits.Teachers regularlyteachaspectsofthisframeworktoensurethewellbeing ofourstudents.Wealsoengageincollectinginformationofhow ourstudentsaretravellingusingsurveysandappstosupport themdaily.

AsaPBL(PositiveBehaviourforLearning)schoolweworkto ensurethatstudentslearnappropriatebehaviourstoBeSafe, RespectfulandResponsible.Wefollowacurriculumandexplicitly teachafocuseachweekschoolwide.

OurSEL(SocialEmotionLearning)lessonssupportstudentsto learnhowtomanagetheirfeelings,friendshipsandsolve problems.Theseareessentiallifeskillstosupportwellbeingand positivementalhealth;ithelpstopromotechildren’sabilitiesto copewithdifficulties.WeengagewithprogramsincludingPATHS, URStrong,SecondSteps,SmilingMinds,Switch4Schoolsand Gymzoonasiumtosupportweeklylessons.

BrainBoostisalsoapartofourSWELLframeworkthatincludes weeklylessonstopromotewellbeingofourstudents.This curriculumlooksatbrainhealth,executivefunctioning,growth mindset,self-regulation,andmindfulness.Eachweekclasseswork onaspecificareato helpgivebrainsaboosttobeeffective learners.

OtherpartsoftheSWELLframeworkincludethehealth curriculum,staffwellbeing,inclusiveeducationandparent& communityengagement.

WebelievethattheSWELLframeworkhassupportedstudent engagementandimprovedlearningoutcomesforourstudents andcreatedpositiveenvironmentsforallofourschoolcommunity members.

BeingthemosteasternschooloftheDarlingDownsSouthWestRegion, itisperfectlyplacedhalfwaybetweenQueensland’slargestsatellitecity ofToowoombaandthestate'scapitalofBrisbane.Withtherapidly growingsemi-ruralacreagetheschoolpopulationsitsatanaverageof 520students.HattonValeStateSchooltakesprideinitsinclusive practicesvaluingperformance,wellbeing,diversityandsustainabilityin alleducationalenvironments.

Overthepast12monthstheschoolhasseensignificantgrowthin studentenrolmentasmoreandmorepeoplesettleinourcatchment areasofKensingtonGrove,RegencyDowns,Summerholmandofcourse HattonVale.Wehaveenjoyedaverysuccessful2022witharegional showcasecommendationinourWritingprogram-PAGESinAction. Coupledwithoursuccessfulreadingprogram,Englishresultshaverisen atandabovestatelevels.Thewidevarietyofextracurricularactivities includingchoir,instrumental,environmentalsciences,art,digital technologiesandsportcontributetodevelopingthewholechildoutside ofthemainstreamclassrooms.

HattonValeStateSchoolisagreatchoiceforyourchild’seducation.

Buildingacommunityofavidwriters!

Alongwithreading,writinghasbeenourtoppriorityatHattonValeState Schoolin2022.Ourapproachtotheteachingofwritinghasa straightforwardgoal:toproduceconfident,competentandvoracious writers.

Students engageinmodelled,shared,guidedandindependentwriting lessonswheretheydiscoveranauthor’spurposeofwritingtoinform, persuadeandentertain.Theprocessofwritingcanbebroadlydivided intotwoseparatebutequallyimportantfields-

·Theauthorial,creativeaspectofwriting

·The“mechanics”ofwriting

PAGESinAction addressesbothcomponentsofwritingtoprovidea balancedandcomprehensiveapproachtotheteachingofwriting. TheacronymofPAGESidentifiesPunctuation,beanAuthor,Grammar, EditingandSentences,clearlydefiningtheelementsofourrationale.

HattonValeStateSchooliscurrentlyacceptingenrolmentsforstudentsin Prepandacrosstheyearlevelsfor2023.Pleaseinquirewithourfriendly officestafftobegintheprocess.

AtLakeClarendonIndependentPublicSchoolour curriculumreflectsourcommitmenttoimplementing evidence-basedapproachesandourdesiretobalance innovationandcurrentresearchinamannerwhich reflectsourstrongruralflavoursteepedinhistory.

Ourschoolboastsapassionateanddedicatedstaff committedtoachievingourmoralpurposeandwhom shareacommonunderstandingofwhatconstitutesbest practice.Weplaceastrongemphasisonthekey curriculumareasanduseexplicitteachinginallareasof thecurriculum.

Overthepast3yearsourschoolhashadanumberofkey achievements,including:

•AccreditedasaSchoolofExcellencethroughtheAustralasian SchoolsAccreditationAgency

•ShowcaseAwardforExcellenceinSchools

•ImprovedineverymeasuredcriterioninNAPLAN(over50% studentsachievingintheU2B)

•UtilisedtestedresearchfromAustraliaandacrosstheglobeto informschooldecisionmakingandselecteducationprograms.

•Maintainedhighlevelsinourschoolculture(evidencebySchool OpinionSurveyresults-‘Thisschoolhasastrongsenseof community’100%-2018,2019,2021).

•Highlevelsofstudentbehaviourandengagementasaresultof GlasserChoiceTheory(ParentSchoolOpinionSurvey– ‘Student behaviouriswellmanagedatthisschool’100%)Weofferopportunitiesforchildrentoexploreandreach theirpotentialbyensuringaccesstoarangeofspecialist programs(PhysicalEducation,TheArts&Science/STEM, JapanesePrep–Year6,SAILSExcellenceAcademyYear46)andextra-curricular(Choir,Clubs,StudentProjects, StudentLeadership,RugbyLeague,SoccerandTennis Coaching)toprovideabalancedandwell-rounded curriculum.

Service Before Self

“The combined classes has had positive benefits to our son above and beyond what we imagined and has had a positive impact on his confidence ”

“The teachers at Marburg have also developed a positive learning environment for the kids to excel in all aspects of their learning, whilst also creating a great community conscious school for our little town.”

“Marburg School is amazing.”

“Mrs Storta has nurtured and encouraged my children in their early school learning and keeps them engaged and eager to learn! The smaller, country school environment is really friendly, supportive and welcoming. A beautiful community to be a part of.”

“Here we discovered a traditional, small country school with dedicated staff and a forward thinking Principal who genuinely care about each and every child under their tuition.”

“Marburg is a haven for community minded families who are seeking somewhere safe and supportive for their kids.”

“We moved interstate and moving into a small community we could not have asked for a better school and amazing teachers.”

“Community is important to our family and as students of Marburg State School our children have had many great opportunities, from Playgroup to Year 6, to be an active part of the Marburg community.”

“Our children have learning delays and all the teaching staff have worked tirelessly with them and we have seen immense growth in their learning. They also absolutely love going to school now.”

Academic Achievements: 100% of Prep students achieving a C or above in English (Semester 1, 2022) 95% of Prep to Year 2 students achieving a C or above in English (Semester 1, 2022)

Aim For The Best

At Minden State School we acknowledge each student is unique and we embrace this diversity in learning through our consideration and implementation of multi-age classrooms and educationally appropriate programs. This way, students are exposed to a variety of learning strategies, as well as a combination of academically challenging learning content, and content that is more revisory in nature. Students are able to work collaboratively, while also enabling the potential for peer-based mentoring and reviews. These are just some of the many benefits of multi-age classes, and some of the reasons why Minden has adopted composite class structures schoolwide this year.

With the easing of COVID restrictions, Minden was once again able to host our annual Science Fair. And this year’s event was a great success. We welcomed back some familiar guests to share their scientific knowledge and passion, while also introducing some bright new faces with the inclusion of Solar Buddy to the line-up of guests for the day. Teaming up with Origin Energy, Solar Buddy ran a workshop with our Year 5 and 6 students to discuss the lack of sustainable light sources in developing countries. Students learned about the illuminating work of Solar Buddy in countries like Papua New Guinea and Tanzania, before assisting with the construction of solar powered lights which were to be sent to the children in these countries, enabling them to travel safely at night and complete their homework after dark. We were also treated to presentations from the University of Queensland where we learned about micro-organisms and parasites. Minden Students had a wonderful morning participating in hands-on displays, exploring scientific concepts with inquiring minds and peer support.

The school has an excellent team of dedicated, inclusive and experienced staff who value strong working relationships with students and parents.

Our aim is to provide all student with opportunities to engage in a variety of educational activities that promote the love of learning and personal achievement.

The school is proud to have been teaching local families for generations. Our small school boasts a rich history of educating and engaging the surrounding community. Our school has provided and participated in community events as well as sharing the products from our gardens and orchards for many years.

Our school provides a learning environment that is engaging, innovative and progressive to support the high expectation of the school and the wider community. We relate learning to the real world through purposeful and practical experiences.

Our core curriculum implementation aligns with the Australian Curriculum and provides opportunities for all learners to engage in experiences.

The focus is to support students to be individual, self-directed and lifelong learners who have the skills, knowledge and understandings to make a difference in our world.

CLIMB FOR SUCCESSC

Are you looking for a school with a difference?

Mount Whitestone State school can give your child the opportunity to grow in a caring and family style environment. We support each individual needs both academically and wellbeing throughout their whole learning journey from prep to year 6, and we are only 15 minutes from Gatton CBD!

At Mt Whitestone State School we Bound for Success! We offer a quality, multi-age education in a small country school environment. Mount Whitestone is a great place for your child to grow. All classrooms are equipped with modern resources and staff are committed to support your child to grow and achieve. Staff, students and families work together in the learning environment to challenge students to reach their potential and excel. We have a passion for improving reading and writing outcomes at our school, and for providing our students with rich and engaging opportunities in other areas of the Australian Curriculum. We believe that learning life skills is a valuable experience for children and we cater for the diverse needs of our students in a nurturing and individual manner.

Our focus is on:

Providing an enjoyable and safe educational setting

Encouraging innovation and creative thinking

Developing intellectual processes that facilitate independent learning Challenging and rigorous teaching and learning programs

Nurturing the development of the whole child fostering healthy emotional growth and a love of learning.

Why chose our school?

We have experienced and committed staff who support the needs of all students

Provide small group learning opportunities where learning programs cater to the individual needs of your child

Our students care about and respect each other

All stationery, online subscriptions and textbooks are provided by the school

Air-conditioned, and modern spacious classrooms

Well-resourced classrooms and library

Integrated technology, interactive large screens and a computer / iPad ratio of 1:1 for all year levels

Spacious playgrounds, oval and up to date play equipment Extension, Support and Chaplaincy programs

Our signature programs at Mt Whitestone SS consist of:

‘Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program’, where students grow, harvest and cook a range of produce, learning healthy habits and sustainability.

Instrumental Music lessons - brass, woodwind and percussion conducted by a specialist instrumental teacher weekly visiting from Toowoomba. All instruments are supplied by the school for family’s convenience.

Weekly after school sporting programs run by qualified ‘Sporting School’ coaches Online ‘IMPACT’ educational programs

Students are equipped with own laptop and iPad air to support technology programs 3D printer and Green Screen

Mt Whitestone SS truly believes in developing the potential of each student. We recognise that each child is unique and that learning experiences can’t be a “one size fits all”. The staff aim to develop students’ potential within a caring and supportive learning environment.

Our expectations for all members of the school community are: Be Responsible - Be Respectful - Be Safe - Be a Learner

We pride ourselves on developing meaningful relationships with each individual child and acknowledge the extremely important role of parents/carers in helping us to achieve this.

In this family, our children are our future!

ASmallSchoolMakingABigDifference

WhenIstartedmyteachingcareer,Irememberbeingononeof myfirstbeforeschoolyardduties.Iwaswatchingparents droppingtheirchildrenoffatschool.Somewereinahurry,some weren’t.Anotherteacherwaswithmewhohadbeenteachingfor agoodnumberofyears.HeleanedacrossandaskedmewhatI saw.Ilookedathimandsaid,“Iseeparentsdroppingtheir childrenoffatschool.”WhatotheranswercouldIpossiblygive?! Helookedatmeandsaid,“Noyoudon’t.Whatyouseeareparents entrustingyouwiththemostimportantthingintheirworld. Rememberthat.”Hiswordshavestayedwithme,andhewas 100%correct.AtPeaceLutheranPrimarySchool,wearemindfulof thegreatprivilegeitistopartnerwithyoutosupportyourchild’s learning.Youentrustuswiththemostpreciouspeopleinyour world.AtPeace,wedesiretocreateandnurtureanengaging learningenvironmentwhereeachstudentfeelssafeandcaredfor. Whenthishappens,itmeansthatchildrenflourishintheirlearning andintheirlife.

AtPeacewestrivetodothreethingsforeachstudent.We endeavourtoprovidethecontentknowledgethatstudentsneed forlife.Westrivetofosteranddeveloptheskillsandmindsetthat studentsneednowandintothefuture.Skillssuchas collaboration,creativity,andworkingindependentlyaswellasa mindsetthatisnotafraidtohaveago,bechallenged,be persistentandgrowinresilience.Wealsostrivetowalkwith studentssothattheydevelopaloveforthemselvesandalovefor otherpeople.

The onethingwecanbecertainaboutthefutureisuncertainty. Ourtaskistonotonlyequipstudentsforthefuture,buttoassist indevelopingthemsothattheycanconfidentlyandcourageously walkintothefuture.Someofthewayswestrivetoachievethese resultsarethroughprovidingastaffingstructurethatprovides amplesupportforstudents.Wehavepassionateandwellresourcedteachers,skilledanddedicatedTeacherAidesineach yearlevel,

EducationSupportstaffandprograms,aPastoralCareWorker, DirectorofLearning,DirectorofWellbeing,fantasticLibraryand staff,aswellasaschoolcampusthatiswellequipped.Twoofour passionareasareProjectBasedLearningandPlayIsTheWay.I encourageyoutoGoogletheseandtoseehowtheyassistusat Peacetonurtureeachindividualthatisentrustedintoourcare.All ofthisisdoneinacaringandChristianenvironment.

Wewouldwelcometheprivilegetopartnerwithyouasyouentrust ustoworktogetherinsupportingthemostimportantpeoplein yourworld.Yourchildren,ourstudents–togetherwecanprovide allthattheyneedtobeconfident,compassionate,creative,and caringindividuals.

IfyouwouldliketoknowmoreorwouldlikeatourofPeace LutheranPrimarySchool,pleasecalltoarrangeanappointment.I wouldwelcometheopportunitytolistentoyourstoryandto sharewithyoumoreaboutPeaceandhowithasbeenservicing theLockyerregionforthelast40years.

SET for LIFE at Sophia College

Sophia College is a Catholic co-educational secondary school providing a quality education for the young men and women of the Lockyer Valley and West Moreton region. The College, master-planned for Years 7 to 12, presently offers learning experiences for Year 7 and 8 students but will soon extend to include Year 9 students in 2023.

At Sophia College, we actively contribute to the formation of exceptional young people in partnership with their families.

LEARNING

Situated on 19 Hectares, the College is designed as onecontinuousclassroom with learning and teaching occurring both inside and outside.Learning spaces reflect David Thornburg’sthree archetypal learning spaces— the campfire, cave, and watering hole. Sophia College delivers a comprehensive curriculum that is reflective of the requirements of the Australian Curriculum. The curriculum incorporates a Religious Education Program delivered across the year levels, integral to the faith life of the community. We see our students as individuals and value the diversity of our learners, supporting them through our differentiated pedagogy and curriculum. We spark curiosity and are driven to maintain engagement, utilising our innovative and integrated approach to modern learning in a variety of contexts. Each student is challenged to reach their potential through our uncompromisingly high expectations.

INTEGRAL ECOLOGY

At Sophia College integral ecology is part of our call to see ourselves in deep relationship with all of creation, and to see that all of creation is in a deep relationship with God. Integral ecology is being embedded across all aspects of learning to empower our graduates to bring a contemporary lens to the industries and professions they engage with in the future. It is a lens that allows us to give witness to our faith and to bring about sustainable change.

We strive to develop a growth mindset – providing a window to the world through the lens of integral ecology. Science, Ecology and Technology (SET) underpin learning at Sophia College. The College is committed to Pope Francis’ call to action, Laudato Si’.

FAITH

Sophia College is a community that seeks to see the goodness in all. As a Catholic Community, founded on respect for self, others and creation, we respond to St Francis’ mission and the call to care for our Common Home.

In our contemporary Catholic college, we live out our faith in many ways. These include every student, across all year levels, engaging in the study of Religious Education, and the whole school supporting the religious life of the College, where students engage in prayer and reflection as well as experiencing opportunities to be of service to those less fortunate than themselves.

ENGAGEMENT

Sophia College offers a unique caring and supportive environment. Our community focus and size, coupled with our Pastoral Care Program, provides greater opportunity to respond to the needs of each individual where positive relationships form the basis of all our interactions. The students are provided with the skills to be responsible decision makers through our Positive Behaviour for Learning framework and encouraged to accept the consequences of their actions.

Our growing co-curricular program enables the students to actively participate in service, cultural and sporting activities. In addition to the onsite co-curricular opportunities, students are able to participate in the Kokoda Challenge, eisteddfods, festivals and sporting carnivals beyond the Moreton region.

Planning has already commenced for Stage 3 while the construction of Stage 2 is due for completion later this year. Students will continue to enjoy new, innovation and flexible learning spaces for years to come. Our priority is the holistic education of our students!

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St Mary’s Primary School, Laidley - Celebrating 2022

In its 110th anniversary year, St Mary’s is celebrating some highlights for a primary school that's punching above its weight in the district.

In a remarkable achievement for the region, one staff member was nominated finalist in the Queensland Catholic Education Commission Spirit of Catholic Education Awards and three in the Brisbane Catholic Education Excellence Awards

Linda Davenport, Finance Secretary for outstanding service to others in the school community and beyond

Summer O'Neill for excellence as an early career teacher

Jenny Hurd for excellence in learning and teaching in a primary school

Michael Eustace for excellence in promoting safety and wellbeing.

Principal Zoe Stewart expressed her delight saying, “How privileged we and our families are to work with professionals who model excellence in education. These awards acknowledge the contribution of staff and their commitment to deepening learning for students and cultivating positive relationships with parents and community. Our students are indeed blessed by a resilient team of high-performing staff at the school."

In another accomplishment, the Year 5/6 rugby league team is celebrating a win over their century-long Gatton rivals as they won the 101st Cahill-Henry Cup for the second year in a row.

St Mary's School, Laidley PE Teacher and the team's coach, Andrew Hales said: “The games, whilst producing tough and entertaining football, are also renowned for exceptional sportsmanship and school spirit. Many players who have played in this series have gone on to play representative rugby league and rugby union in high school and represent Darling Downs and Metropolitan West Regions.”

St Mary’s Year 5/6 Cahill-Henry Cup Winning Team

L-R St Mary’s School Workplace Health and Safety Officer, Michael Eustace, Finance Secretary, Linda Davenport, Principal Zoe Stewart, Year 3 teacher, Summer O’Neill and Primary Learning Leader, Jenny Hurd.

Victor in Arduis - Victory in Hardship

At Toogoolawah State School we take great pride in students being Safe, Respectful Learners. Our learning environments are a focus; a calm, structured environment ensures that all students have an opportunity to achieve at or above the Australian Curriculum standards. We achieve this through our Positive Behaviour for Learning program that involves teaching students the correct behaviours expected at school and is supported by our “gotcha” rewards system.

We offer intervention and extension programs for those who are eligible – our aim is to ensure every student has the prospect of being their best, regardless of their ability level.

Our school community is 100% supportive of our school, teachers and students. The P and C are actively involved in the wellbeing and improvement of Toogoolawah State School, together with community members who volunteer for our Ready Readers’ program which assists greatly in student reading outcomes.

At Toogoolawah State School our enrolment numbers sit at around 200 students. This number allows us to know each student as a learner and to support their wellbeing needs in a proactive way. Students have access to technology with two computer labs, and each classroom has six iPads.

All students from Prep through to Year 6 learn the core Standard Australian Curriculum alongside learning experiences in Health, Physical Education, Music, Auslan and Information and Communication Technology.

Our teachers are committed professionals with a passion for teaching and learning.

WalloonStateSchoolissemi-ruralschoollocatedabout15mins westofIpswichwithanenrolmentof235.Opensince1877,our schoolhasaproudhistoryofprovidingmoderneducationina heritagesetting.Thishasbeenachievedthroughadedicationto continuousimprovement,helpingourstudentstoberesponsible citizensandbyforgingdeeprootsintoourcommunity.

In2022ourExplicitImprovementAgendais:

Reading,WritingandSpellingthroughthecurriculum Knowingourstudents

Thesefocusareasarecomplimentedbyourqualitycurriculum offerings,theprofessionalismofourstaffmembersandourdrive toenableourpeople’sheartsandmindstoachievetheirhopes anddreams.

Weworkcollaborativelyasateamwhereweallholdthecore beliefthatwecanhelpeverystudentimprove.Student improvementisattheheartofwhatwedo.Webelievethat childrenneedtobechildrenthereforeweencourageriskyplay andnatureplay.Wemanagerisk,wedon’tovertitandwewant studentsandstafftomovefromthecomfortzonetothecourage zone.Ourmantraisthat

Our10SchoolValuesunderpinallthatwedo.

WalloonStateSchoolhasmanyofferingsthatmakeusunique, settingusapartfromothers.Wehave3deliberatebreaksfrom learningperday.Aroundourexpansivegrounds;studentscan playinourartificialcreeks,sandlagoon,timberadventure playground,lowropescourse,scootertrackandnatureplayzone (constructingwithsticks).WalloonStateSchoolalsooffers specialtyprogramssuchasHighRopes,Playgroupandthenewto 2023,AthleteDevelopmentProgram (ADP).

LDV set to release 3 electric models

WITH the automotive market

the history of the LDV brand tion of three new electric vehicles arriving in Novemelectric ute.

Not since the brand’s launch in 2014 has there been such a fundamental stepchange in product strategy.

Where once LDV was synonymous with value-driven motoring, now LDV is setting the agenda for commercial electric vehicles in Australia.

LDV is backed by SAIC, and has extensive experience as an electric vehicle manufacturer. The new models are: electric ute; eDeliver 9, an segment-leading large van; and Mifa 9, a luxury electric people mover.

General Manager of LDV

Australia Dinseh Chinnappa said the global auto market was undergoing its most decades. “Every major manufactur-

er is committed to developing electric vehicles, but what is less spoken about is the

EV market on the rest of the world – and we in Australia

eT60, eDeliver 9 and Mifa 9,” he said.

2.4 million EVs were delivered to customers in China, more than double the total annual new car market in Australia. EVs now account for 26% of all car sales in China, and 57% of global EV sales.”

Headlining this new product onslaught from November 2022 will be the all-new LDV eT60.

Also coming in November is the LDV eDeliver 9, the

The last of the electric trio to be unveiled in November will be the LDV Mifa 9, a luxury electric 7 seat people mover.

and pricing of the eT60, eDeliver 9 and Mifa 9 will be announced soon.

LDV Australia is set to release the LDV Mifa 9, a luxury electric 7 seat people mover as part of a three model electric vehicle rollout.

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RECIPE COURTESY OF THE COUNTRY KITCHENS TEAM RECIPE COURTESY OF THE COUNTRY KITCHENS TEAM

LAMB KEBABS

SERVES: 4 (MAKES 8 KEBABS)

PREP

INGREDIENTS

garlic clove,

lamb steak,

red capsicum,

2cm

mushrooms, cut in 2cm cubes

2cm

apple, cut in 2cm cubes

green capsicum, cut in 2cm cubes

pear, cut in 2cm cubes

Mint dressing:

cup mint, chopped

teaspoon honey

teaspoon white vinegar

METHOD

MIX red wine, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and rosemary in a bowl. Add lamb and marinate for at least one hour.

THREAD marinated lamb, vegetables and fruit onto skewers, alternating.

COMBINE mint dressing ingredients in a bowl and drizzle over the kebabs.

on medium heat on a BBQ or a chargrill pan for 15-20 minutes or until the meat is cooked through. Rotate occasionally.

the kebabs hot with your choice of side salad.

courtesy of Kerry Hampstead, Wallangarra Branch

SPINACH & RICOTTA PASTA SHELLS

SERVES: 6 PREP TIME: 20 MINUTES • COOK TIME: 30 MINUTES

serv

INGREDIENTS

12 giant/jumbo pasta shells • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 cups fresh or frozen spinach, packed • 350g ricotta ½ cup parmesan • 1 egg, lightly beaten Black pepper • 1 tablespoon Italian herbs • ½ cup fresh basil, chopped 2 cups tomato passata • Extra parmesan, to serve

METHOD

PREHEAT oven to 180°C and bring water to boil in large pot. COOK pasta shells till al dente or according to packet instructions. HEAT olive oil frypan over low heat. Add spinach and sauté for 5 minutes. Remove from heat. ADD ricotta and parmesan to cooked spinach and mix through. ADD egg, pepper, Italian herbs and basil to spinach and cheese mixture.

SPOON the spinach mixture into each pasta shell and place the shells in the dish, open side up. COVER dish with aluminium foil and bake in the oven for 20 minutes.

SERVE with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.

RECIPES FROM THE QCWA COUNTRY KITCHEN

courtesy

Kathryn Howard, QCWA Cook at Home Challenge Winner

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

Mighty Ships. (PG, R)

The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)

Escape To The Country. (R)

I Escaped To The Country.

The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)

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

Steam Train Journeys. (PG)

The Yorkshire Steam Railway: All Aboard. (PG)

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

Escape To The Country. (R)

Bargain Hunt.

Doc Martin. (M, R)

A Touch Of Frost. (M,

Crash

Digger.

To The Country.

Hunt.

The Midwife.

John Deed.

Crash

6.00pm American Pickers. (PG, R)

Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

Family Guy. (M, R)

8.00 American Dad! (M)

8.30 Movie: X-Men. (2000) (M, R)

10.35 Movie: Dredd. (2012) (MA15+, R)

6.00pm Cricket. Women’s Big Bash League. Game 19. Brisbane Heat v Adelaide Strikers.

9.30 Movie: Non-Stop. (2014) (M, R) Liam Neeson, Julianne Moore.

11.40 Movie: Drive Angry. (2011) (MA15+, R)

1.50 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.00 Football.

AFL Women’s. Round

10. Brisbane Lions v Collingwood.

9.00 Movie: Aliens Vs Predator: Requiem. (2007) (MA15+, R)

6.00pm Cricket. Women’s Big Bash League. Game 23. Brisbane Heat v Perth Scorchers.

9.30 Movie: Just Cause. (1995) (MA15+, R) Sean Connery, Laurence Fishburne.

11.40 Movie: Black Mass. (2015) (MA15+, R)

6.00pm Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament Of Houses. (PG)

7.00 Movie: Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix. (2007) (PG, R)

9.45 Movie: Geostorm. (2017) (M, R)

12.00 Blokesworld. (PG, R)

6.00pm American Pickers. (PG, R)

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 American Pickers. (PG)

8.30 Movie: Venom. (2018) (M, R)

10.35 Movie: It. (2017) (MA15+, R)

6.00pm American Pickers. (PG, R)

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG, R)

8.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. (M)

6.00pm Cricket. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Super 12. New Zealand v Afghanistan.

9.00 Movie: Survivor. (2015) (M, R)

11.00 In Ice Cold Blood. (MA15+)

12.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

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

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 Grantchester. (M, R)

8.30 Poirot. (PG, R)

10.40 Snapped. (M) 11.40 House. (M, R)

12.35 My Favorite Martian. (R)

7.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 Antiques Downunder.

8.00 Antiques Roadshow Detectives.

8.40 Movie: Death Becomes Her. (1992) (M, R)

7.30 Movie: The Time Traveller’s Wife. (2009) (M, R)

9.40 Movie: Chocolat. (2000) (M, R)

12.05 The Avengers. (PG, R)

1.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

6.30 Bondi Vet. (PG, R)

7.30 Mega Zoo. (PG, R)

8.30 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Pre-Show.

9.00 Cricket. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Super 12. India v South Africa.

12.00 Reel Destinations: Lodge Life. (R) 12.30 Fishing Australia. (R)

6.00pm Cricket. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Super 12. Australia v Ireland.

9.00 Movie: Safe House. (2012) (M, R) 11.15 Snapped. (M) 12.15 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.45 Explore. (R)

6.00pm Cricket. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Super 12. England v New Zealand.

9.00 Movie: The Terminator. (1984) (M, R) 11.10 Forensics: The Real CSI. (M, R)

5.30pm MacGyver. (PG, R) 6.30 MacGyver. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R)

8.30 Hawaii Five-0. (M, R) 10.20 Tommy. (M, R) 11.15 Evil. (M, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R) 6.30 Friends. (PG, R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.20 Two And A Half Men. (M, R)

10.10 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

6.05pm Forged In Fire. (PG)

6.55 Jeopardy! (R)

7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R)

8.25 Video Killed The Radio Star. (M, R)

8.55 Soccer. FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. First semi-final.

5.30pm MacGyver. (PG, R) 6.30 MacGyver. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 Bull. (M, R) 10.30 Elementary. (M, R) 11.30 48 Hours. (M, R) 12.30 Infomercials. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 2.00 Tommy. (M, R)

5.30pm MacGyver. (PG, R) 6.30 MacGyver. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M, R) 10.30 Evil. (MA15+, R) 11.30 Star Trek: Discovery. (MA15+, R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Soccer. A-League Men. Matchweek 4. Macarthur FC v Sydney FC. 9.00 Scorpion. (PG, R) 10.00 MacGyver. (M, R) 11.00 48 Hours. (M, R) 12.00 Elementary. (M, R) 1.00 Evil. (MA15+, R)

6.00pm Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 6.30 MacGyver. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 10.20 48 Hours. (M) 11.15 Star Trek: Discovery. (PG, R) 12.15 Movie: The Final Destination. (2009) (MA15+, R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R) 6.30 Friends. (PG, R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R)

1.30 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 Mom. (M, R) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 6.25 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

10.15 Friends. (PG, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R) 1.15 Infomercials. (PG, R)

1.45 The Big Bang Theory. (M, R)

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

6.25 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.00 The Neighborhood. (PG, R) 10.00 Friends. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG)

7.05 Jeopardy! (R)

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

8.30 The Curse Of Oak Island. (M)

10.10 Escaping Polygamy. (M, R)

6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG)

7.05 Jeopardy! (R)

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

8.30 Hoarders. (MA15+)

9.20 Atlanta. (MA15+)

9.50 The Big Sex Talk. (MA15+)

10.20 Feed Me.

6.00pm Travel Man. (R)

6.30 The Bob Ross Experience.

7.30 Impossible Engineering. (PG)

8.30 The Good Fight. (M)

9.25 The Handmaid’s Tale. (MA15+, R)

10.25 Me And My Tourette’s. (MA15+, R)

6.35 The Buildings That Fought Hitler. (PG, R) 7.30 Abandoned Engineering. (PG, R)

8.30 The UnXplained With William Shatner. (MA15+) 9.15 Cracking The Code. (M)

10.15 Dark Side Of Comedy. (MA15+)

(PG,

Digger. (M, R)

9.30 Outback Truckers. (PG, R)

11.30 Hustle & Tow. (PG)

12.25 My Favorite Martian. (R)

5.30pm MacGyver. (PG, R) 6.30 MacGyver. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 10.20 Elementary. (M, R) 11.15 Motor Racing. Formula 1. Race 20. Mexican Grand Prix. 12.15 Home Shopping. (R) 5.30pm MacGyver. (PG, R) 6.30 MacGyver. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8. 30 Bull. (M, R) 10.20 48 Hours: The Online Life And Death Of Bianca Devins. (M, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R) 12.45 Infomercials. (PG) 1.15 Home Shopping.

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R) 6.30 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 12 .30 Infomercials. (PG, R)

1.30 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 Mom. (PG, R) 11.10 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R)

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

5.45pm The Joy Of Painting With Bob Ross. (R)

6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG)

7.05 Jeopardy! (R)

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

8.30 Dracula Unearthed. 9.50 PEN15. (MA15+)

10.35 Hillary. (M, R)

6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG)

7.05 Jeopardy! (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Alone. (PG)

9.45 Movie: Monty Python’s The Meaning Of Life. (1983) (M, R)

Acoustic Jam last Fri/mth 9am12pm Laidley Pioneer Village 0457600022

Afternoon Melodies Gatton Cota Seniors 3rd Sat/mth 1pm-4.30pm cost $5 0439030677

Al-Anon 6pm Mon Lutheran Hall Spencer St Gatton 0488216123

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

Minden

Boutique Market 9am-2pm every Wednesday, Hypatia s House, 151 Patrick St, Laidley Brisbane Valley Ukefreaks 6pm8.30pm Wed BV Darts Assoc Building Lowood 0408183870 FB

@ukefreaks

CAMS Multicultural Program support for multicultural community members, Lockyer Community Centre 0455251581

Chug-along Social Group 2nd & 4th Wed/mth Gatton Uniting Church 54626763

Cards/Board Games (Adults) Coominya Public Hall Fri 9am12pm $5 0412685125

Community Chess Club School term Thurs 6pm-8:30, Fernvale SS Library, gold coin.

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

Coominya Public Hall General Meeting 1st Mon/mth 6.30pm 0488169162

Craft with Kate 2nd Thu/mth 12pm Lockyer Community Centre 54623355

CWA Craft & Friendship Day 3rd Thu/mth 9am-12pm Glamorgan Vale hall 0413046168

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

Digital Tech Hub 12pm Thu Lockyer Community Centre 54623355

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

Centre, 54623355

Esk Bowls & Community Club

Bingo Bowls Club Thu 11am 0412824267

Esk Community Choir Tues 6:308:30pm Somerset Civic Centre 0477540507

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

Euchre Wed 7.30pm, Lowood Showgrounds 0411334382

Games Morning Gatton Cota Seniors, 2nd & 4th Thu/mth 9am-12pm gold coin. 0439030677

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. 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 0419642913

Glenore Grove CWA Street Stall last Thu/mth 8.30am-12pm IGA mall Gatton 0421286821

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

Laidley Garden Club 9.30am 2nd Mon/mth Laidley Cultural Centre function room 0413136861

Laidley Indoor Bowls Club Mon 6pm-9pm Laidley Cultural Centre 0408 631 292

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

Lockie's Toy Club toy library pro-

gram Lockyer Community Centre 54623355

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

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

Lockyer Valley Celtic Pipeband Wed 6pm-8pm Grantham Butter Factory 1st Sat/mth Lake Apex 0447003423

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

Lockyer Valley 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 13pm 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 3rd Tue/mth at Lowood Darts Club 0407279412 or FB Lowood CWA 2nd Tue/mth CWA Hall 54261514

Lowood District Residents Network Inc. 7pm 3rd Tue/mth, BV Darts Assoc Building 0488234553 Lowood Lions Club 7pm 2nd & 4th Mon/mth Lowood Railway Station lowood@ lionsq3.org.au Lowood Craft Group 9.30am Fri Lowood RSL Sub Branch 0409343446

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

Lowood Slimmers Tue 5.30pm Lowood Show Hall 54261468

Midweek Market Wed 9am Hypatia s House, 151 Patrick St Laidley 0448326246

Mulgowie Farmers Market 7am11am 1st Sat/mth Hall grounds 0417799679

My Local Market Plainland 7am12pm 3rd Sun/mth Porters Hotel mylocalmarket.net.au

My Local Market Jumble 6am11am 2nd Sun in Mar, May, Aug, Nov, Walloon Hotel hello@mylocalmarket.net.au

My Local Market Wallon 7am11am 1st Sun/mth behind Walloon Hotel hello@ mylocalmarket.net.au Open Mic Sun 1.30pm-3.30pm, Fernvale Lions Club Hall $2 entry 0490366148

Painting Classes 10am Fri Summerholm 0450656356

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

Rosewood Euchre Group Mon 9am m'tea, play at 9.30am, CWA Hall Rosewood 0412170484

Rosewood Men s Shed Fri 9am12pm 361 Marburg-Rosewood Rd Tallegalla 0417079426

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

Rosewood Seniors Group 1st Tue/mth 9.20am-11am at Girl Guide Hut, Matthew St. 54641544 Something to Sing About Choir Fri 9am-11am Laidley Anglican Church 0417799679

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

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

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

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

Yoga Classes 5.30pm M&F, 9am Tue, 7.30am Fri, Catholic Church Hall Laidley $10/class 0439730986

MOORE WEEKLY STARS

OCTOBER 24-30, 2022 ARIES

Tuesday’s intense Solar Eclipse highlights

trust issues. And watch your enthusiasm for a project doesn’t overtake your ability to knuckle down and get the job done. If you promise more than you can deliver, then other people will just end up disappointed. So slow down, look within, and listen to the wisdom of your inner voice. It offers an alternative perspective that can point you in the direction that’s right for you.

TAURUS

Bulls prefer to plod along in a methodical fashion but, this week, you could be dogged by unexpected dramas! Pluto squares Mercury, so daily life could be intense and rather disruptive. If you prioritise and are mentally

less stress and strain. Courtesy of the Solar Eclipse, romantic relationships and platonic outcomes will be.

GEMINI

Expect some highs and lows this week! The Solar Eclipse and Venus promise improved relations with a friend, client or colleague. But

of a large bill, an unexpected expense or a retrospective tax debt. Which reinforces the importance of having a smart savings plan and a well-stocked emergency fund. Strive to be cautious and thrifty, rather than impulsive and extravagant.

CANCER

This week (courtesy of the Solar Eclipse and and romantic relationships. Avoid making assumptions! Communicate your expectations and then double-check what others expect from you in return. Attached Crabs – working through a partnership problem requires persistence and commitment. Singles – give

someone who is mature, dependable and ready to commit.

LEO

need to ask yourself, “Am I leading others or just bossing them around?” If you power ahead without considering other people, then you’ll create unnecessary drama. Do your best to accommodate the needs of those around can incorporate a spiritual ritual into your daily routine. Something like yoga, tai chi, chanting, meditation or creative visualisation would be

VIRGO

When it comes to the way you think, blast out of a boring rut and jump into an exciting new phase. Use your imagination and think outside the box. The Solar Eclipse, Venus and Mercury tion zone. So stop avoiding issues and start discussing what you really want and need. You can’t expect others to magically read your mind! For some clever Virgos, a joint venture

LIBRA

Tuesday’s Solar Eclipse signals a fresh start

to manage money better – and learn to love yourself. Jupiter jumps back into your work zone until December 20. So a lucky opportunity could be heading your way but you must reach out and grab it or it will pass you by. great, singer Katy Perry: “If you’re presenting ty much anything.”

SCORPIO

This week the Solar Eclipse, Venus and Mercury are transiting through your sign, but Scorpio resilience. So it’s time to bounce

your strengths – including passion, determination and discretion. Your motto is from fellow Scorpion, singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell (who confess that enrich the world, and things that need not be said.”

SAGITTARIUS

Sagittarians can be feisty and unpredictable souls. But don’t allow yourself to be drawn into a heated exchange (especially involving

the Solar Eclipse, Venus and Mercury in your privacy zone, slow down and chill out as you relax, rejuvenate and contemplate. After some

start to see things from a refreshingly different perspective.

CAPRICORN

It’s time for an unexpected pivot! Examine all possibilities this week, especially ones that Venus and Mercury moving through your hopes-and-wishes zone, it’s important to have ambitious long-term goals that you’re working towards. You’ll have to be patient though, as you focus on bringing your dreams down to earth via a practical plan. Then – when everything is in place – you’ll know the perfect time to pounce.

AQUARIUS

With the Solar Eclipse, Venus and Mercury stimulating your career zone, start thinking about strategic ways to maximise your professional potential. As singer Katy Perry (born on

gift is and nurture it.” It’s also a good week to get feedback from your bosses, clients or customers. But you may have to bite the bullet and criticise a colleague, sack an employee, ditch a struggling project or look for a better job.

PISCES

Are your aspirations for the future ambitious enough? Bountiful, expansive Jupiter transits

favours ruminating over big-picture ideas. And there’s no room for false modesty or passive Piscean procrastination as you enjoy talking, texting, posting, promoting, socialising and circulating. The Solar Eclipse stimulates creative thinking and encourages you to come up with a cracking plan, and then pursue it.

COPYRIGHT Joanne Madeline Moore 2022

Fri Oct Sat Oct 29

presented by Lockyer Regional Performing Arts, info and tickets lrpa.org.au enq ph 0488113666

Fri Oct 28

Lowood Bunyip Markets— Halloween theme 4pm-8pm, hosted by Lowood Community Action Group, Clock Park.

Trivia Night—for Laidley Ambulance Committee, Redeemer Lutheran Hall 21 Patrick St Laidley, 6.30pm for 7pm start, teams of 6 $10pp, BYO snacks and drinks, prizes for best decorated table, best dressed, lucky door and raffle prizes. Book your table at Kelli s Diner of call 0413578735

Sat Oct 29

Artisan s Gathering—8am-2pm, Forest Hill School of Arts, local stall holders, food and coffee, art demo and stall, entertainment, yoga, reiki, raising funds to support work of the Leukaemia Foundation.

Cent Sale—Lowood QCWA Hall Main St Lowood, raising funds to repair hall damage, doors open 12 noon starts at 1pm, great prizes, afternoon tea supplied, 0407323056, 54267279

Marburg Dance—7pm, Marburg Show Hall, Two Cuppucino 0409481681

Sun Oct 30

Native Plant Sale—16 Wilkinson Pl Grantham, 9am-12pm. flora4faunaqld@gmail.com

Mon Oct 31

Halloween Fright Night Trick/ Treat—4.30pm-8pm Lockyer Community Centre, free entry. 5462 3355

Fri Nov 4

Treasures of Iran—Art and Rug Exhibition opening night, 6pm., Hypatia s House 151 Patrick St Laidley. 044826246

Sat Nov 5

Mulgowie Fresh Farmers Market7am - 11am, Mulgowie Hall Recreation Grounds, over 50 stalls, hot food, plants, vegetables, live music and lots more. 0417 799 679

Cent Sale - Laidley RSL, 100 prizes, $5 entry, includes afternoon tea, doors open 12pm, 1.30pm start. Bookings essential 54651436 or 0401151147

Marburg Dance—7pm, Marburg Show Hall, David C.

Sun Nov 6

Gatton Village Markets—7-11am at Lake Apex, See FB or ph 0492831969

My Local Market Walloon am11am, Walloon State School, mylocalmarket.net.au

Thu Nov 10

Peace Ladies Fellowship Stall— 9am, in front of Gatton IGA. 0754621334

Sat Nov 12

Annual Service/Open Day

Caboonah Church, service commences 11am, followed by picnic lunch to share, everyone welcome. 54231211

Cardigras Car Show & Markets— 5pm-9pm Cahill Park Sports Complex Gatton, register at cardigras.com.au

Sun Nov 13

My Local Market Walloon—7am11am, Walloon State School, mylocalmarket.net.au

Bazza s Country Music Walk Up Show—Tenthill Hotel, 11am to 4pm, $5 entry, Lucky Door, Raffles, Tea & Coffee, Light Afternoon Tea, meals available at hotel, everybody welcome. 0402 058 098

Thu Nov 17

Community Connections—Gatton Shire Hall 6pm, promote your business or community group. 0448326246

Sat Nov 19

Lowood Slimmers Bus Trip—4hr river cruise, p/u Gatton 7am, Plainland 7.15am, Lowood 7.30am. 54261468

Uniting Church garage sale— 7am, UCA Maitland St, Gatton. Books, plants and more.

Christmas Hand Crafts Markets— Glen Rick Stitchers, Anglican Hall Esk, 8.30am-2pm, quality hand crafted gifts, free admission

0417798460

Art Auction and Afternoon Tea— hosted by Tenthill Lower State School 150th Anniversary Committee, Ma Ma Creek Hall, arrive 2pm. RSVP 0447062201

Marburg Dance—7pm, Marburg Show Hall, Rae Blinco 0409481681

Sun Nov 20

My Local Market Plainland—7am12pm, Porter s Plainland Hotel, mylocalmarket.net.au

NIETHE,AndrewEdward "Andy"

LateofLockrose,passedawayon 17thOctober2022,aged79years.

DearlylovedHusbandofKath.Muchloved FatherandFather-in-lawofBrad;Lindaand John;RobynandAndrew.AdoredGrandyto Jayne,Tom,Alice,Lachie,Lucy,Joe,Graceand theirpartnersandGreat-GrandytoLindsay. LovedBrothertoBronwyn,Rhondaand Howard(dec'd).

Familyandfriendsarerespectfullyinvitedto attendAndy'sfuneral,tobeheldattheGreen PasturesLut heranChurch,ZabelRoad, Lockrose,servicecommencingat10:30am, Friday,28thOctober2022.

The College is seeking applications from suitably qualified applicants for a variety of part time positions within our expanding Performing Arts Program. These positions are to commence mid-term 1 for the 2023 academic year.

Woodwind Tutor – 3 hours per week

Brass Tutor – 3 hours per week

Percussion Tutor – 3 hours per week

The College is committed to providing affordable, quality music education to students with a range of experience. Tutors will be paid directly by parents, who elect for either individual or small group lessons in alignment with tuition rates advised by Queensland Music Teachers Association. Hours are subject to change based on confirmed 2023 enrolments. Days are currently very flexible. Contracts are inclusive only of the 2023 academic year, with the view to continue and increase hours in 2024.

The ideal applicants for these positions will:

Be a team player and demonstrate flexibility

Be able to work with staff, parents, and students

Be professional and friendly

An education degree/qualification preferred but not required

A multi-instrumentalist with the ability to teach across woodwind, brass and percussion would be highly regarded.

We invite applications from energetic and innovative individuals who are excited by developing a new school instrumental program with modern facilities. If interested in working with an ensemble, please express interest in your application.

Applications including a cover letter, full CV and the names and contact details of two professional referees should be emailed by 5pm Friday 28th October 2022 to splainland@bne.catholic.edu.au

Please forward any enquiries about the position to rhamilton@bne.catholic.edu.au

Late

Gatton, passed away peacefully at Toowoomba Hospice on 20th October, 2022, aged 81 years.

Dearly loved Brother, Brother-in-law and Uncle. A gentle soul loved by all.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Robert's funeral, to be held at St Mary's Catholic Church, corner of Spencer and Maitland Streets, Gatton, service commencing at 10.30am, TODAY, Wednesday 26th October, followed by interment at Gatton cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Toowoomba Hospice, gift envelopes available at the service.

Personal Carers Wanted

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Motor vehicle ramp, full steel plate, mounted on concrete blocks, easily assembled - $500. Ph: 0408 876 054

0432 291 076.

VY Commodore wagon, as is, 326,500km, runs well, 2 sets of wheels including GMH originals.

0407 122 325.

Tailgate lifter, as used in taxis - $250. Ph: 0408 876 054.

BOOKS

Cornwell, Di

CAMPING & BOATING

GARDENING

Stihl FS38 brushcutter, 27cc 2-stroke curved shaft line trimmer with bump feed line head. Serviced & tuned in VGC - $90. Ph: 0413 631 863.

Stihl FS56 brushcutter/curved shaft line trimmer, older Japanese built model, serviced & tuned, VGC - $80. Ph: 0413 641 863.

Bromeliads - potted or cuttings, potted aloe vera also available. Gatton. Ph: 07 5462 5313.

Ph: 0456 761 391

HAY & PRODUCE

Passionfruit Vines - Panama Red variety, 2 for $15. Ph: 0423 527 543

Farm fresh navel oranges - Glamorganvale Ph Barry 0402 058 098 or Kym 0497 225 681

Hay for sale - small square & round bales. Ph: 0432 629 192 / 07 5462 4965.

Freshly picked custard apples $3.00 each - Hass avocados $1.00 each pick up Adare Ph 0409 997 103

MACHINERY

5hp, pressure adjustable, multi use - $400 ONO Ph: 0408 876 054

Wanted - 4 row covington planter in working condition. Ph: 0428 427 815

MISCELLANEOUS

Ph: 07 5462 2551

Disability wheel chair - Gatton. Ph: 07 5462 2551 Collection of over 50 Teddy Bears. Ph 0417 073 332 to

CPAP - RESMED POWER STATION II BATTERY PACK

FOR TRAVELLER & ACCESSORIES $450 Neg. Regency Downs. Ph. 0413 273 144

CPAP ACCESSORIES - PREVIOUS USE FOR PHILIPS

CPAP BREATHING TUBES SUITABLE FOR MOST CPAP / BIPAP MACHINES $60 Neg. Regency Downs. Ph. 0413 273 144

CURTAIN PELMETS & CURTAIN TRIMS & CURTAINS, Professionally made by “Hanna’s” 5 Sets Cream set & Ph. 0413 273 144

Porta Cot, used 3-4 times - $80. Ph: 0433 620 426

new. $20. Can email a photo. Ph. 5464 4368

Tupperware vintage Meat Keeper, Burgundy base, clear cover. Like new. $15. Can email a photo. Ph. 5464 4368

TOOLS & IMPLEMENTS

Case diesel injector pump with injectors, reconditioned, suit CX50, CX60 & other 3-cylinder tractors. Ph: 0408 876 054.

& APPLIANCES

Pulford Compressor T5005 150 litre 3 phase, good condition. Ph: 0413 351 892 2 x Handsaws - $5. Ph: 0429 964 567 Big stilcen - $30. Ph: 0429 964 567

WANTED TO BUY

5462 2879 Ph: 0456 761 391

tion. Ph: 0428 427 815

Wanted vintage toys, tin, plastic, cereal toys and cards $$ Matchbox, Dinky, Corgi. Ph 0407 746 744

Second hand boom spray 500-600L, must be serviceable. Phone after 6pm 07 5462 7367

DEADLINE 2pm FRIDAY 07 4574 5200

New era dawns for Lockyer Cricket

WHEN the committee of Lockyer Cricket surveyed the landscape of the 2021/22 season, it was aware that regeneration measures were needed, if cricket was to survive and prosper into the future.

Over the preceding decade, there had been an exodus of quality players to higher standard cricket in Toowoomba and Ipswich.

This resulted in only three teams of A Grade standard, which meant repeated byes

and predictable opposition.

If the trend was allowed to continue, the outlook for future viability looked pessimistic.

Aware that community team sports, like cricket, were fundamental to the community, the committee set about a revamp to not only stop the player exodus, but also to create competitions of greater diversity and enjoyment.

Hence, the decision was Team in the Ipswich associa-

standard of cricket within the Lockyer system without having to play elsewhere.

This project required a

Firstly, to negotiate an invitation from Ipswich, secondly to raise funding to support a new team, and thirdly, to ensure quality players would come in behind the venture.

It was not a concept which could be forced on the player group.

If they wanted a higher

standard of cricket then they would have to drive the idea.

A Player Leadership group was set up under Chris O’Brien, which set about player recruitment for the venture.

Once players got behind O’Brien and his group, they forged their own identity, the Valley Vikings and team colours and logos.

The challenge of assembling a side was made much easier when classy Coaching Support joined the venture in the shape of Lenny Martin, a

coach of the highest standing in Qld Cricket, and Graham Bichel, a force in Lockyer Cricket for many decades.

Added to the leadership group as team manager was Randall ‘Recka’ Reck, one of the most highly respected and knowledgeable personalities in Lockyer cricket.

When joined together, this was the dream team.

Lockyer Valley Regional Council, especially Mayor Tanya Milligan and Councillor Jason Cook immediately saw the value of the

initiative, and got behind the Vikings project with funding support through Community Grants and personal attendance at key functions.

Local MP, Jim McDonald, has been equally engaged.

Enthusiasm for Cricket has regenerated to the extent that Mulgowie and Helidon have re-entered A Grade, making

only more enjoyable, but underpinning the community basis of cricket into the future.

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which we will have a game with eats and presentations after.

BRIDGE LOCKYER BRIDGE CLUB

Results for Wednesday 19th October, 2022.

Tonight’s play was a quiet affair with only a small group available to compete.

However, a great night was had and won by Lynne Gunthorpe & Michelle Porter 66.67%.

Well done Ladies. P Ziebarth & R Drouin 54.17%, R & A McLucas 50%, J Kuhle & J Orrin 45.83%, B & T Fitzgerald 40%.

The Club will be joining in the 2022 Australia-Wide Restricted Pairs Competition next Wednesday 26th October, 2022.

BOWLS

TOOGOOLAWAH BOWLS CLUB

On Both of our play days this week we were rained out but it will be all hands on deck getting the club ready for the weekends Valley of the Lakes.

On Saturday 15th October, We had our monthly Barefoot and Barby day where we had a good rollup and lots of banter across the paddock. From all reports everyone will be back for our November event on the 26th. We hope to see you all there as this will be the last for the year.

On Sunday 16th October, We had a game of triples with the winners on the day were Dot McVeigh, Lyn McWhirter and Linda Winkeler over Neville with Keith McWhirter overcoming a great comeback by Gerrit Winkeler.

On Tuesday 11th October it was off to Gatton for their Pub Day. Keith McWhirter, Gerrit Winkeler, John Greany and Martin Bailey. A great day was had by all the attendees, and we thank Gatton for the invite.

On Tuesday 11th October Toogoolawah Bowls Club Hosted the Annual Emergency Services Challenge between the Toogoolawah Police Firies and Ambos. Winners on the evening were the Police team.

On Wednesday 12th October, Keith McWhirter, Gerrit Winkeler, Len Smyth

great day was had by all. Thanks Kilcoy for the invite.

Members and visitors please note that you are invited to play on Thursdays with names in by 12.00pm for a 12.30pm start and on Sundays with names in by 12.00pm for play at 12.30pm.

Please Contact Gerrit Winkeler on 5424 2569 should you wish to be involved with away games which ensure we have visitors at out home games. Its time to get involved and make sure that Bowls in Toogoolawah continues in to the future.

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

For the Calendar:

1.Our next Club Meeting will be held on Sunday 13th November. All members are invited to attend at 9.00am and to help in the running of the club by participating in discussions.

2.Our next Pub Day will be held on Tuesday 15th November. Sponsors will be L J Hooker Esk and Toogoolawah.

3.Our next $10.00 Barefoot and Barby Day will be held on Saturday 26th November. Please let your friends and associates know and help to make these days successful. Please be at the club at 1.00pm and the game starts approx. 1.30pm.

4.Our Christmas Breakup day will be held on 11th December, It would be great if all members could make themselves available for that day on

5.Players are still required for away games to ensure that we balance Home and Away attendance. Please contact Gerrit on 5424 2569 if you would like to be included in the roster.

See you on the Green.

GOLF

GATTON GOLF CLUB

Medley Single Stableford results, Tuesday 18/10/22

Winner- R Bachmann 39 points

Runner up- D Howe 37 points

Run down- P Morgan 37 ocb

NTP #3 R Bachmann

Birdie Hole #12 J Osman

Sporters Results, 21/10/22

Winner- M Capner 31 nett

Runner up- T Waikari 34 nett

Run down- C Blake 34 nett

Medley Single Stableford results, Saturday 22/10/22

Winner- B Kallinicos 37 points

Runner up- B Jamieson 36

Run down- M Norman 35, C Linnan 35, M Norman 34

NTP #3 P Morgan, #8 M Clarkson, #12 K Groves, #15 B Kallinicos, #17 M Clarkson

Pro Pin #7 B Wegner

Birdie Hole #12 B Kallinicos, B Jamieson & K Groves

Lucky Card- H Hoger (present)

LAIDLEY GOLF CLUB

Wednesday 19th October The Ladies played a single stableford for Helen Gilbert’s Trophies

Winner: Julie Murray 40 pts Runner Up: Cheryl Sternberg 35

Rundown: M Voorma 34, J Logan 34, R Matthews 32 J Darley 32

Pins: Pro Cheryl Sternberg Div 1 Cheryl Sternberg Div 2 Helen Gray Div 3 Petal Davis & Dot Manteufel

Thursday 20th October Open Single Stableford

Winner: Adam Cullen 39 pts Runner Up: Steven Luck 37

Rundown: G Natalier 36, J Lewis 34, A Paroz 34, G Hulett 34

Pins: Pro Glen Natalier Div 1 Robin Core Div 2 John Lewis

The 3rd round of 2022 Club Championships were cancelled as the course was unplayable. The Final Round will be played on Saturday 29th November 2022.

Lockyer cricket dream team: Randall Reck, coach Graham Bichel, Captain Chris

O’Brien, Lockyer President Bob Lutherborrow, and coach Lenny Martin.PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

Toogoolawah Bowls Club police team, winners of the emergency challenge night.

Devlen reps Queensland right on cue

GATTON teenager Devlen Brown found he had a natural sporting talent at the pool table.

The 15-year-old represented Queensland in a weeklong snooker tournament in Albury Wodonga, where he placed 8th in Australia in under 18s.

“I had about three weeks of snooker training then I went down to Albury to play he said.

and placed eighth in Austra-

He placed second in under 16s at the Queensland trials and fourth at Queensland 8ball trials for under 18.

“I also have attended Queensland Blackball for my

“I’d like to continue with this sport however it’s a parents with the cost of fuel he said.

The promising player got into the sport while watching his father play, and when he had a hit found he had a natural talent for it.

“I only just started doing Queensland competitions this

“Other than that I was just doing comps around Toowoomba, Brisbane, and Ipswich.

“The furthest I went was Brisbane and now the furthest I’ve gone is to Albury and the next one I know of that I could make is over in Western Australia.

“I’d love to keep playing this sport, stay in the commu-

Devlen and his family are looking for a sponsor to help him pursue his passion and help with travel and accommodation costs.

Interested sponsors who can help Devlen pursue his passion are asked to call his mother, Kylie, on 0412674275.

Not just tennis players: tennis elbow injury and treatments

TENNIS elbow is a common cause of elbow pain.

The injury occurs on the bone on the outside of the elbow from repeated use or overstrain of the muscles that bend back the wrist.

Tennis players had this from excessive stress in backhand strokes.

The inside of the elbow

may be affected by ‘golfer’s elbow’ caused by excessive strain on the wrist or forearm during tennis forehand or golf swing.

A variety of sports can cause tennis elbow, or any excessive or repetitive strain while gardening, DIY or hobbies can be at fault.

Treatment for both is rest

from the injury that caused it.

Physiotherapy looks for what’s involved: muscle, ligament, or joint problems, and treats that.

Massage, ice, dry needling and tennis elbow brace help to settle the pain: stretches, gradual strengthening and endur-

ance tasks form the rehab.

While it’s getting better, you must prevent it being reinjured.

An effective tennis elbow brace does this.

In sport, the condition can be prevented by effective warmup, using good technique, and having good conditioning for your sport.

In recreational sport or home activities, warm up and stretch before you start, feel the weight of what you’re lifting, take a break, have a few different tasks on the go.

The condition can last up to six months, so it’s important to act sooner to get you back to your activity.

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Devlen Brown is making his mark in competition snooker and billiards.

PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

State Athletic Reps

Ipswich State High School handed Keys to the City

HUNDREDS gathered together to support Ipswich State High School as they were given the Keys to the City in a civic ceremony on Friday October 21.

Ipswich Mayor Teresa

way to acknowledge the

historic triple-title sporting achievement in rugby league the school accomplished this year.

“This year, Ipswich State High School has taken its sporting achievements to another level by winning the Allan Langer Cup, Phil Hall

Cup and National Schoolboys Cup in the same year and they worked tirelessly to achieve this,” Cr Harding said.

Principal of Ipswich State High School Michelle Campbell accepted the keys on behalf of the school from

Mayor Harding.

Ipswich State High School rugby league captain Josiah Pahulu thanked the city for supporting them.

“Tonight shows how much support we have in the community,” he said.

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(RIGHT) From Laidley State High School, Ashley Taber competed in the Met West team for 18-19 years Javelin on Friday October 14. position out of 14 competitors.

LOOKING FOR A GAME OF

Lowood & District Golf Club THEN WHY NOT BOOK A GAME

(LEFT) Lachlan Harrison of Faith Lutheran College competed in U/15 High Jump on October 13. Placed 10th out of 21.

Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding with Keys to the City recipients Ipswich State High School.

PHOTO: ICC

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