The Independent - Wednesday 28th June 2023

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HERE AT the Glenore Grove QCWA we are often asked, what do we do? As we also get support from our community – those who attend our fundraising events and buy from our stalls and sausage sizzle, this small article is an update for you. Our year started off with a bang – we won the esteemed Australia Day LVRC Community Organisation of the Year Award. We are very proud of this achievement. This year so far, we have supplied community grocery shops of $250 each, to the Laidley and Gatton Community Centres. We have just recently paid for 2 students from the Glenore Grove State School to go to camp this

Lowood State High School Students exhibition at Open Door Gallery

SATURDAY the 10th of June was the opening of student art exhibition at the Open Door Gallery at Lowood.

The Lowood Lions Club has generously hosted the students from Lowood State High School to display and sell their artworks.

through the gallery on Saturday for the opening.

There was a morning tea

The Voice Referendum AS A retired legal professional I would very much like to air to your readers my concerns regarding the Australian public giving permission to the Albanese Government to make constitutional changes to our Australian constitution by way of a referendum

“yes” vote on The Voice to Parliament without divulging to the Australian people prior to the referendum vote full details of the written constitutional changes it will make to the core democratic fabric

year, $290 each.

We have held 2 Tombolas this year, our regular Easter Tombola and our 78th Birthday Tombola. At these tombolas, we contribute many small prizes and make morning tea. Our guests each pay $5 for morning tea and buy It is a great get-together for

many.

We have recently held sizzle, which was a success, and we also continue to hold our monthly stall on the last Thursday of the month in the IGA Mall at Gatton. We also held stalls at the Forest Hill Artisans Fair and at the Heritage Day Festival at Das Neu-

man Haus in Laidley. We thank all in the community who support us with our fundraising.

We continue to donate Comfort Teddies to the local hospitals, and knee rugs and beanies to the local nursing homes. Hopefully you noticed our poppy displays in the area – crocheted poppies at the Forest Hill cenotaph and Das Neuman Haus. We make many of our crafts at third and fourth Monday of the month at our rooms at 1pm. Anyone is welcome to come along and craft with us.

Keep up-to-date on our facebook page.

Judith, Secretary, Glenore Grove QCWA

There were a lot of very positive comments about the high standard of work.

The following were written in our comments book:

‘Most impressed by the talent in our town’.

‘What a wonderful opportunity for these artists, well done and such beautiful work’.

‘Great space to see their talents’.

Students have every reason to be very proud of their work!

provided with guests of all ages. A variety of art works

of the constitution which exists for the protection of the democratic rights of all Australians, regardless of skin colour or otherwisewe are all Australians, one people, one nation under

A point of law I would like to mention which

should for you also is if the “yes vote” is successful and the Australian public gives the Albanese Government permission to make constitutional changes to our national constitution, can we trust the Albanese

were sold with students excited about seeing their art works on display.

Government to only amend the constitution in relation to the voice?

Do I trust the Albanese Government to only make changes to our constitution regarding The Voice to Parliament, no I do not, hence I will be voting a resounding hard no to The Voice referendum.

I am not racist and I feel nothing but empathy for the plight of our First Nation’s people and the injustices they have been forced by our governments to endure, but I cannot with a clear conscience

Photography and article written by Jade Gilpin, Year 10

give a politician, even if he is the prime minister of this country, permission to make amendments to our national constitution when he reluctantly will not divulge to the Australian people before the referendum vote exactly what will be implemented and enshrined forever more in our nation’s national constitution - I believe the public have the right to know in detail what they’re voting for and the impact it may have on our democratic way of life forever after.

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Glenore Grove QCWA members have continued to donate comfort teddies to the local hospitals.PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

Jade Gulpin and Mrs Kerry Hetherington at the opening of the student art exhibition at the Open Door Gallery.

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Desley Daley, Mt Hallen

Will Energex stay in Esk?

BY JACOB HAYDEN

THE FUTURE of the Esk Energex Depot has reached a critical moment following Somerset Regional Council’s (SRC) rejection of a Development Application proposed by Energex for a new site at Highland Street, 500 metres from the existing site.

An unprecedented crowd members visited the Kilcoy Information Centre on Wednesday June 21 ahead of SRC’s ordinary meeting to support the application.

ETU assistant secretary Stuart Traill said the current depot at 13 Highland Street was a health risk with the threat of asbestos looming.

“These workers cannot continue to work in a depot that’s riddled with asbestos, the moment there’s any airborne asbestos that depot needs to be demolished,” Mr Traill said.

“There’s no commitment that if we can’t keep the depot in Esk that it will stay

in the Somerset region.”

SRC Mayor Graeme Lehmann said it was ‘regrettable’ that Council had to refuse the application but the chosen location in Highland Street, Esk was unsuitable.

“The proposed location is on residential land and council must consider impacts on visual and scenic amenity,

Cr Lehmann said.

“The reality is the site simply didn’t meet the requirements of our planning scheme, or the State Government planning scheme so our hands are tied.”

Mr Traill said it was frustrating to reach this point after three years of consultation.

“Instead of putting hurdles and giving us the false belief that this DA was going to get

approved two or three years ago, we should have been location,” he said.

Adjacent property owner Grahame Rackley was one of several residents who submitted objections to council.

“We only purchased our property 12 months ago and it did not come up in any of the searches that there was a DA

there,” Mr Rackley said.

“They didn’t address any of the issues council raised in their proposal… every time they came back it was half answered.”

An Energex spokesperson said the proposed location was chosen for its size and quick access to the highway.

“We will now be required to investigate all possible options to ensure the community continues to receive the our crews provide on a daily basis and in times of emergency,” they said.

Councillor Kylee Isidro listed an item for future meetings, requesting SRC to further engage with Energexpriate site.

Mr Traill said he appreciated SRC’s commitment.

“I think it’s a positive step in the right direction to get around the table with all the relevant stakeholders to trycial outcome to keep the Esk

SOMERSET FINANCES IN TOP 17 OF STATE

Somerset Regional Council (SRC) is one of only 17 councils across Queensland to score top marks for its management from the (QAO).

GROWTH FOR FERNVALE SPORT

A draft master plan for Fernvale Sports Park,

SRC at the June 21 ordinary meeting.

SRC Deputy Mayor Helen Brieschke said the draft master plan was the vision for the sports park.

LOWOOD POOL OPENING HOURS TRIAL

SRC has authorised the negotiation of a trial extension of opening hours for the Lowood Swimming Pool. The proposal will see the weeks from April 15 to April 28, 2024, dependant on community demand.

A large crowd of Energex staff and ETU members gathered outside the Kilcoy Information Centre on Wednesday June 21 ahead of Somerset Regional Council’s ordinary meeting.PHOTO: JACOB HAYDEN

SRC budget announces projects across region

SOMERSET Regional Council (SRC) handed down its 2023-2024 budget at its special budget meeting on Wednesday June 21.

SRC Mayor Graeme Lehmann said council was mindful of the economic pressures facing the community.

eral rate increase for owner occupiers on the minimum

year will see a $125 million budget program with $48 million in capital works

Major capital projects for 2023-2024 include starting the replacement of the Lester widening of key emergency

channelling renewal and road and bitumen resealing works throughout the region.

Ipswich budget includes

THE 2023-2024 Ipswich

City Council Budget includes cost of living support as well as a strong focus on roads, rubbish and recovery.

Stage two refurbishment

signage and fencing. Streetscaping works in Toogoolawah will include footpath and stormwater upgrades in Cressbrook Street. Kilcoy Memorial Hall

channelling and stormwater

“An estimated $30 million will help council build back better from the immense damage caused to our road network from two declared said.

Mayor Teresa Harding said the impacts of rising living costs on residents resulted in the endorsement of a total rates and charges increase of 5.5%, or $1.99 per week.

“Like our residents, council has faced unprecedented budgeting challenges this year,

but I’m proud that our city has stepped up to become more resilient, supportive in the tough times,” she said.

“Council has set aside over $70 million to boost our waste and resource recovery services and infrastructure.”

Cr Harding said Ipswich council is facing challenges of a booming population, a lack of investment in roads and the ongoing

GATTON SHOW 2023

FRIDAY

TWILIGHTTROTTING IS BACK ATTHE SHOW!

FRIDAY NIGHT

• Mini Fireworks Display (sponsored by Energex)

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

SATURDAY NIGHT

•Eljay Freestyle Entertainment Show

• Aussie FMX Motorcycle Team

•Dog Jumping

•Woodchop Event

•Fireworks Spectacular (by Lindsey Lack Fireworks)

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

FRIDAY 21ST & SATURDAY 22ND JULY

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

•Ashton Circus Workshop • Professor Wallace Puppets

•Reptile Display

•Trade Displays

Pavilion Displays

Show Jumping

•Great array of Food available incl.

Animal Judging

•Rock Climbing Wall Plus Great Show Rides

Somerset Regional Councillors Sean Choat, Bob Whalley and Kylee Isidro, Mayor Graeme Lehmann, Councillors Jason Wendt and Cheryl Gaedtke, Deputy Mayor Helen Brieschke.

PHOTO: SRC

Ipswich Deputy Mayor Russell Milligan, with Councillors Kate Kunzelmann, Marnie Doyle, Andrew Fechner, Mayor Teresa Harding, and Councillors Sheila Ireland, Jacob Madsen and Nicole Jonic with the 2023-2024 Budget.PHOTO: ICC

Local rural

receive the 2023 Order of Australia Medal.

PAYMENT SYSTEMS TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE

LOCKYER Valley Regional Council’s payment systems will be temporarily unavailable at Customer Contact Centres and Lockyer Valley Libraries from 3pm Friday June 30.

The early closure is necessary for End of Financial Year processing.

EFTPOS facilities will be unavailable at the facilities, meaning residents will only be able to make cash payments after 3pm.

UPPER Flagstone Rural Fire

Kennedy has been recognised for his many years

a nomination on the King’s Birthday honour list for the Order of Australia Medal for 2023.

Upper Flagstone brigade for he helped form the division after identifying the region’s demands.

“We desperately needed a

“A group of locals got

local volunteers and community members.so I started clearing up the

I’ll load my dozer up and

LAIDLEY HEIGHTS FIRE

DETECTIVES from the Gatton Criminal Investigation Branch declared a crime scene at a house in Laid-

the address on June 20. Emergency services

“We don’t do it for the acgreat to get the recognition

were called to the home just after 4pm with police

were accounted for and the house was unoccupied

ROSEWOOD CAR CRASH POLICE are investigat-

Rosewood on June 22.

Initial information indicated just before 10am a ute and a car were travelling in opposite directions before they collided on Ipswich Rosewood Road.

Emergency crews attempted to revive an 82-year-old Laidley man who was the driver and sole occupant of the ute, however, he passed away at the scene.

The 25-year-old Marburg

woman, the driver and sole occupant of the car, suffered non-life threatening injuries.

Police Link: 131 444

Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000

Payment systems are expected to return to normal the following morning, Saturday July 1.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused.

RESILIENT HOMES FUND EOI CLOSING SOON

Was your home inundated Register your interest for the Resilient Homes Fund before midnight Sunday July 30, 2023.

Program funding is availableed homeowners to repair, retproperties.

Visit: qld.gov.au/housing/cial-help-concessions/resilient-homes-fund

GROWING REGIONS

Council resolved to write to the Australian Government to seek a change to the administrative boundaries for the Growing Regions Program to include the whole of the Lockyer Valley Region.

The Australian Government has adopted eligibility criteria based on Greater Capital City Statistical Areas that has split the Lockyer Valley Council Area from north to south, excluding areas such as Laidley and Forest Hill from the program.

Upper Flagstone Rural

PHOTO: ROSEMARY KENNEDY

BY JESSE HAMILTON

Distinguished entomologist remembered

LONG-TERM Gatton

resident, Dr Errol Hassan (March 15, 1935 – June 27, 2022), is being remembered as an incredible entomologist and educator, who made many contributions to the Australian and overseas agricultural communities.

On the one-year anniversary of his passing, Errol Hassan is also celebrated as an irreplaceable husband, dear father, fun-loving Dede, brother, son, uncle, and friend.

In paying tribute to Errol, his family held a ‘Celebration of Life’ memorial service at the Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre, Lake Apex, on October 22, 2022.

Family, friends, the Gatton farming community, present and former University of Queensland (UQ) Gatton College colleagues, and past and present students all remembered fondly the extraordinary life Errol lived, his warmth and kindness, and everything he achieved professionally.

Flags from Turkey, Germany and Australia were backdrops to the memory tables that displayed the many and varied aspects of Errol’s personal and professional life, including his vast insect entomology reference books his homeland Cyprus, his cooking, and cherished family mementos.

Guests enjoyed traditional Turkish mezze (using recipes

from the Hassan’s), and Australian delights catered and made by Fiona Smith and her team at Colonial Catering.

In keeping with Turkish customs, all guests were gifted with Turkish Delight and a Turkish Evil Eye (an bad energy).

Overall, Errol’s ‘Celebration of Life’ service was a who dedicated his life and working career to serve and help others.

ERROL ACHIEVED MUCH DURING HIS LONG AND VARIED LIFE:

Adjunct Associate Professor in Entomology and Plant Protection over a 49-year career at UQ Gatton College.

Dedicated and engaging lecturer and research mentor to many undergraduate and higher degree postgraduate students (even across family generations), until March 2022.

Instrumental in setting up, storing, and curating UQ Gatton’s extensive insect and Wrote and published papers and book chapters.

In 2019, he discovered a new insect species in the USA, that he named in his wife’s honour to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary.

Dr Hassan’s contribution to entomology worldwide has been recognized by colleagues who have named

insect species after him, such as the wasps, Epitranus hassani sp. and Megastigmus erolhasani

Throughout his life, Dr Hassan developed many close friendships, and personal and professional associations.

He worked with farming communities throughout Queensland, helped Gatton growers, local gardeners to identify insects and pests, and agricultural groups overseas.

He was both well liked and highly respected.

Dr Hassan’s warm and cheerful smile, generosity, and passion for all things insects has left an indelible mark on the lives of many.

Importantly, Errol was a family man.

He was a committed and faithful husband to Ursula (Kessi) for more than 50 years.

He was also a proud, loving, and devoted father to his three daughters.

However, his most favourite role was being Dede to his four beautiful grandchildren.

Errol’s deep-rooted love will live in his family’s hearts forever.

CONTRIBUTED BY DR HASSAN’S FAMILY

MAIN: Dr Errol Hassan

INSET: Dr Errol Hassan

Action and glamour at Race Day

BY JESSE HAMILTON

GATTON’S biggest day of horse racing returned with a bang this year, with record prize money, nail-biting fashion.

Lockyer Valley Turf Club president Terry Kirkwood said the 2023 races were a big success for the region this year.

“It’s the biggest crowd

we’ve had for a number of years,” he said.

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“This year, prize money has been increased up by $10,000 for the Gatton Cup, which is now a $40,000 race.”

Mr Kirkwood encouraged all those who had yet to witness race day to come along next year.

ch o od t ere’s ”

“It’s a good venue, good vibe, there’s entrainment there’s music playing, there’s something for everyone.”

Twelve Harch siblings reunited at the Grandchester Hotel

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Great learners are great thinkers

LOWOOD State School is committed to making great thinkers.

We have focussed our teaching to ensure our students are doing the thinking in our classrooms.

Things you will see walking around our school are learning walls, with students work samples, their writing, ideas, learning and feedback. every class and, although consistent in our approach, helps to cater for the needs and personalities in each classroom.

It has been so wonderful to learn and grow together.

We’re also working on our transitions in to and out of Lowood SS.

have been visiting the local kindys and talking to our little friends about what ‘Big School’ is like.

We will welcome 2024 prep enrolments to participate in our transitions program in Term 3 and 4.

We look forward to our prep students for 2024 program both through and making new friends.

If you have a prep student for 2024, we would love to hear from you so we can help to get them started on their

ABOVE: At Lowood State School, great learning comes from being a great thinker. INSET: Lowood State School students and staff learn and grow together.PHOTOS: LOWOOD STATE SCHOOL

transition journey.

We’ve also -

tion day for students transitioning out of primary school and into high school.

Our cluster is working together to bring students from

local schools onto our school site early to make friends entering through the high school gate.

The Lowood State High ‘get to know you’ activities with close to 80 young peo-

ple from the lower Somerset Region.

We have recently completed our quadrennial school review cycle and loved the experience which provided feedback to our school through many conversations -

ents and local community.

We look forward to completing our strategic planning for the next four years to help ensure Lowood State School continues moving forward and improving for our students and families.

Check out our Lowood

State School Facebook page where we share photos of our students, their amazing work, learning walls and their progression, key events and good news stories!

At Lowood State School, great learners are great thinkers!

LOWOOD STATE SCHOOL

LOCAL BUSINESS RECOGNITION DINNER 2023

Laidley Transport grew with the Valley

BY JACOB HAYDEN

PETER Wilson has been trucking Laidley to Brisbane and on Saturday August 5

Laidley Transport will be recognised at the Lockyer Industry and Tourism’s Business Recognition Dinner for the Long Established category.

Peter purchased half the business and worked alongside -

tonne J5 Bedford.

way line opposite the amTransport used to run

In 1976 Peter who then doubled down on her commitment by purchasing Uncle Jim’s half of the business.

In 1981 Laidley

Qually’s Transport. said.

“I swapped into Internatoo.

“We’re the only ones left there were 26 local trucks

produce he said.

As small farms in Queensland’s salad bowl the competition.

“More people can grow produce anywhere in Australia now and road freights are

Peter said Laidley Transport was the only business

carting general freight back from Brisbane in the early

“The produce that was going out was huge those around now.

“We do Brisbane-Laidley

Peter said the business has grown ‘as the Valley hasrounding towns. you’d go out to Plainland there were no houses… now Lowood and Rosewood and

“The place has grown that much; we were doing 40 tonne a week those days and we’re doing 350 to 400 tonneing Peter.

Peter said it was an honour the Chamber for the business’ history in Laidley.

“I’m local through and town’s been good to me and

Peter said the business per-

“We must be doing something right because we’re still

and Rosewood.

ABOVE: Laidley Transport co-owner and driver Peter Wilson is a Laidley local through and through.PHOTOS: JACOB HAYDEN

New leader for Esk Lions

BY GRACE CRICHTON

LIONS Club of Esk passed the torch to its new president last week.

The club held its change over dinner on Monday June 19 at Stonehouse Retreat and installed Cameron Wyatt as its new president.

Toni Skott takes on the roles of secretary and treasurer and Ken Sippel continues in his role as vice president.

Mr Wyatt takes the reigns from outgoing president Anne Henry who, alongside her husband Pat, have been Lions members for eight years.

“We have worked hard for the Lions and we’ve seen many changes,” Mrs Henry said.

“I had a huge list of things when I became president of things I thought I could do.”

Mr Wyatt said his ‘to-do’ list was a continuation of the past president’s, all centred around community.

Esk Lions have donated

funds to a wildlife organisaEsk State School, the Men’s Shed, and the Esk Garden and Lifestyle Fair, to name a

Mr Wyatt said the theme he adopted for the next 12 months was ‘Lions against

loneliness’.

“I don’t think it’s ever been more important,” he said.

“Each of us can think of some small thing that we can do to check on someone, to check in with someone, to even check in with ourselves.

“And we should start by

being good neighbours to the other clubs that are close.

“There’s some really good work that can happen there.”

The Lions Club of Esk was joined by members from Fernvale and Lowood clubs, volunteers from the op shop, and councillors.

BY SARAH LEWIN NATUROPATH

WINTER is here, the days are colder, with fewer hours of daylight. It is the perfect time to learn about those tips our grandmothers knew, during winter. Looking after ourselves by boosting our immune system will help guard us There is no guarantee we won’t still succumb to winter bugs and viruses, but we will feel better, recover sooner, and stay on top of things. It is important to make sure we stay hydrated.

YOUR CHANCE TO YOUR CHANCE TO

Drink around two litres of water a day, limit caffeine drinks and replace with herbal teas.

Eat at least two pieces of fruit and three vegetables (leafy greens in particular) each day and add garlic, ginger and turmeric in cooking.

Exercise regularly - walking is awesome, aim for at least four days a week. Get enough rest, around 8 hours of sleep a night. Diffuse essential oils to promote calmness, boost energy and cleanse our living areas.

Citrus, lemongrass, and clove are great oils to diffuse over winter. Keep our homes clean by wiping down benchtops, door handles, whitegoods daily.

Get a little fresh air and sunlight each day. These tips will help all our family stay healthy over winter.

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Esk Lions past president Anne Henry, incoming president Cameron Wyatt, and secretary/treasurer Toni Skott at the Lions change over dinner on June 19.PHOTO: GRACE CRICHTON

Think of water with Plainland business

BY JACOB HAYDEN

ARE YOU thinking what I’m thinking?

I’m thinking about going to Think Water Plainland’s grand opening this Friday and Saturday June 30 and July 1.

The independently owned franchise opened its doors on Tuesday May 2 with a warm welcome from the community.

Owner Matt Thompson said the business had ‘really picked up’, for what is meant to be the quiet time of the year.

“We do pool testing and lawn care products and there’s a lot of people in the area that either have both or at least one of those as a requirement,” he said.

Think Water Plainland is already working with local governments to further its service to community, and is excited for future prospects.

Mr Thompson said sports turf irrigation was his specialty, with a history of

work on major golf courses and stadiums, including the Gabba and Suncorp.

“It’s something that I take pride in,” he said.

project for Think Water Plainland at Wolston Park

Golf Club in Gailes.”

Mr Thompson is maintaining his status in the Golf Course Superintendent Association Queensland and the Sports Turf Association Queensland, and said he is looking forward to working

with local sporting groups.

Think Water Plainland is -

ular Puretec water range, as well as free pool testing and mobile testing.

“We’re the only ones in

service around Plainland,” Mr Thompson said.

He said he was excited to tradespeople.

plumbers on the books,

and wastewater guys that are already starting to use our products because we’re local,” he said.

“I try to spruik as much that’s what I’m hoping to rest my laurels on.”

Tradies and the public are welcome to attend the grand opening on Friday June 30 from 12-5pm, with suppliers bringing demonstrations of new products on sale at Think Water Plainland and food and drinks available.

Saturday July 1 will cater to the general public with other demonstrations from 7:30am-12pm.

“Come down and have a squiz, we’ve got plenty of prizes and giveaways,” Mr Thompson said.

Prizes include a Davey and a LawnPride lawncare package.

“If you buy any of those brands in store you go into the draw for those items on opening day,” Mr Thompson said.

Think Water Plainland franchise owner Matthew Thompson is excited to welcome the public to the store’s grand opening on Friday and Saturday June 30 and July 1.

PHOTO: JACOB HAYDEN

IT’S ALL ON at the Rosewood Show this weekend.

New cattle compeition Rosewood will be buzzing 2023

On Friday June 30 and Saturday July 1 the showgrounds will be buzzing with all the entertainment, competition, displays, and fun you’ve come to expect from the local show.

Rosewood Show Society president Paddy Lenihan said the popular bull ride would return on Friday night.

Over in the equestrian ring, there is a new section especially for former racehorses.

“We’ve got another section past racehorses that Queensland Racing are promoting this year,” Paddy said.

“We’ve still got all our normal horse event, including the Gordon McGeary Challenge.”

Saturday will feature all your show favourites from sideshow alley and food vans, to plenty of poultry, horticulture, cattle com-

arts, and schoolwork displays.

“And the pavilions and the chooks and the feathered friends, they’ll all be there,” Paddy said. plenty to see and do.

“We’ve got pig races, we’ve got dog jumping, you name it, we’ve

got it,” Paddy said. Head on down the Rosewood Showgrounds and enjoy one of the best days out in town.

“Come out and support it, you’d be surprised what you see there,” Paddy said.

“A lot of people put a lot of

hard work in, it’s a very small committee and they all try their best to put on a bit of a show for the local community.

“Come down and meet the people you haven’t seen for a while, have a beer at the bar, and watch a bit of entertainment.”

KICKING off at 12pm on Friday, the Elizabeth Boughen Memorial Youth Challenge is judged on a combination of Young Judges, Young Paraders, and herdsmanship.

The individual award is given to a junior and senior entrant with the highest combined points across the two competitions as well as for showing exemplary herdsmanship.

A school prize will also be awarded to the school that wins the most points based on herdsmanship, and the average score of all students across the Young Judges and Paraders competitions.

Herdsmanship is judged on animal welfare, presentation and overall conduct and attitude.

The inaugural challenge is in honour of the late Elizabeth Boughen who passed away in January this year after battling an autoimmune disease.

Liz was a passionate local cattle breeder and judge, and a previous Rosewood Show Rural Ambassador.

The Rosewood Show is on June 30 – July 1 and it will be a weekend packed of fun and entertainment. PHOTO: FILE

Dash for Cash Entertainment central at 2023 Rosewood Show

BY JESSE HAMILTON

THE ROSEWOOD Show is returning this Friday June 30 and Saturday July 1.

The two-day event will kick from 9am Friday, with Sideshow day and a bull riding event taking place from 5pm.

The show’s second day will feature all day pig races, reptile demonstrations, pony rides, and an animal nursery also running throughout the day.

There will be a Rooftop Exhorse riders.

Saturday night entertainment will also feature the ‘Dash for Cash’ and Queensland band Route 33 will keep the party going.

Rosewood Show entertainment

manager Cassie Seppanen said the committee made sure the show was better each year.

“I think one thing our committee is very good at is assessing what works and what doesn’t

and looking at what we can do to make our show better each year,” she said.

SEE expert horsemanship in action and maybe bring home some cash too, as ‘Dash for Cash’ returns to the Rosewood Show on Saturday night.

Rosewood Show Society president Paddy Lenihan said the cut-out competition would be an entertaining event and a chance for the crowd to get involved.

“We take about 20 competitors and they go through a round,” he said.

“The idea is to pick one beast out of a mob of cows, get it to the front, show that you can control the beast and get it outside.

“The judge will give you a score then we’ll take a top ten or top six.

“We’ll run a calcutta for the general public to buy the horse that they think will win.”

The lucky winner will take home a share of the prize money.

“The crowd can get involved and put their hand in their pocket, have a punt, and hopefully they can pick the one that wins it,” Paddy said.

Dash for Cash is planned for 6pm on Saturday night.

Don’t miss seeing this Queensland top country duo on stage

ROUTE 33 will keep the party going as Saturday night’s entertainment at the Rosewood Show.

The Queensland-based country duo, comprised of Jock Barnes and Trent McArdle, have been playing together for more than a decade and are now an ARIA #1 Australian Country charting act.

in November 2016, Route 33 have been featured on lineups at CMC Rocks, Tamworth Country Music Festival, Gympie Music Muster and Groundwater Country Music Festival.

In 2016, ‘Last First Kiss’ was the iTunes Country Chart. Their debut album ‘The Switch’, from which the single was lifted, went to #6 on the ARIA Australian Country Album Chart, demonstrating that Route 33 had arrived.

Their next album three years later, ‘Coro Drive’, proved to be an outstanding collection of modern country-pop tracks, and genre that the pair grew up on.

In 2020, they took to the stu-

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dio, writing and recording tracks they started releasing throughout 2021.

The singles quickly gained traction in the charts and new fans following them to festivals such as Groundwater Country Music Festival, Savannah in the Round and NQ Rockin Country. With effortlessly catchy tracks, good-time personalities, infectious energy on stage, and a knack for crowd interaction, this duo feels bound for success.

Don’t miss your chance to see Route 33 perform live at the Rosewood Show on July 1.

The Rosewood show returns this weekend, with two jam-packed days of entertainment for the whole family to enjoy.

PHOTO: FILE

Queensland country duo ‘Route 33’ bring their infectious energy to the stage.

PHOTO: ROUTE 33

Greyhounds to be judged on looks, not speed

BY JACOB HAYDEN

THE ROSEWOOD Showgrounds will be packed to the brim with man’s best friend on Friday June 30, 9am with the dog showing competition.

ever, on Saturday July 1

Rosewood will also host the Racing Greyhound Sweepstakes, with racing, retired, and pet greyjudged on their looks and not their speed.

Dog section chief steward Adrienne Holzapfel was excited to see the greyhounds introduced to Rosewood Show and encouraged people to interact

with the big, beautiful animals.

“They’re going to have some there for people to have a pat and interact with,” Mrs Holzapfel said.

“They are a big breed but they’re really loving, they’re a beautiful dog.”

Mrs Holzapfel said she hoped visitors might even consider adopting greyhounds through the experience, like her own cousin did recently.

“It wasn’t a breed they were thinking of, but they gave it a go and now they’re hooked,” she said.

Mrs Holzapfel encouraged dog lovers to visit and mingle with like-minded people.

“It’s a social day out for

you and your dog, that’s what dog shows are,” she said.

“That’s why I like going to them, because you get to go out and spend your day with people who love dogs.

“There’s breeds there people will never have seen, and there’s always new breeds coming into the country.”

For those who have not shown before, this is your chance to learn how to handle dogs and learn from experienced breeders and presenters.

“Someone who can put naughty dog into something pretty special.”

Dog jumping display at the Rosewood Show

DOG lovers will have the opportunity to display the talents of their canines at this year’s show, with the popular dog jumping display returning on Saturday.

The crowd favourite section will have dogs competing in three different heats throughout the day, with cash prizes to be won for the highest jumping dogs.

Rosewood Show entertainment manager Cassie Seppanen said the contest was good entertainment for anyone participating or just wanting to watch.

“We’re putting that in the main arena so lots of people can watch it,” she said.

“Whoever jumps the highest, they go up in increments, so once all the dogs pass a certain height, they go to the next peak.”

The Everest Wildtrack is the newest edition to the Ford Everst SUV family.

Fight continues against

SOMERSET Regional Council (SRC) is getting season and encourages residents to do the same.

fast-spreading invasive restricted plant that can on local farmers, is poisonous to horses and livestock, and is considto control.

Pest Management Working Group member and Deputy Mayor Helen Brieschke said local landholders had done a great job to minimise the it’s an ongoing battle’.

parent plant.

“A light breeze is enough for seeds to become airborne and massively increase the number of plants in a small area.”

Councillor Sean Choattinued efforts against invasive plants like lantana

“I’ve seen the truck out

of our country councils in southeast Queensland have just given up on,” Cr Choat said.

Seedlings appearing to die back in spring to early summer as the

Australia’s cattle herd reaches decade level high

THE GROWTH of the Australian national cattle herd is on track to increase throughout 2023, resulting in a high supply of both young cattle

This is according to the latest Cattle Industry Projec-Favourable seasonal conditions last year for large parts of Queensland has resulted in the beginning of the state’sAtkinson said the continu-

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the rebuild for this region herd in southern Australia

of higher supply is ensured,ing rates continuing despite a forecast return to average

are expected in both supply as slaughter rates increase for

The growth of Australian cattle is on the rise in 2023.

PHOTO: UNSPLASH

Make a plan to curb feral cat and fox populations

THE CENTRE for Invasive Species Solutions (CISS) have release two new planning guides to better equip communities across Australia against feral cats and foxes.

CISS national feral cat and fox management coordinator Gillian Basnett feral cat and fox populations were ‘huge’.

“It’s estimated that the number of feral cats ranges seasonally from 1.4 and 5.6 million, and the number of foxes is steady at about 1.7 million,” she said.

The invasive animals threaten native animals and spread disease among wildlife and livestock.

Feral cats spread toxoplasmosis which can infect any animal or bird.

“Together with another disease, Sarcocystis, toxoplasmosis spread by feral cats is estimated to cost farmers more than $12 million a year,” Ms Basnett said.

“Throw in predation by foxes and you add a further $28 million in costs a year.”

Ms Basnett has found there is huge community interest in controlling feral cats and foxes.

The new Planning Guide for Feral Cat Management in Australia and its companion, the Planning Guide for Fox Management in Australia have been written to help land managers, community

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Updated fees at Laidley Saleyards

groups, pest control professional, biosecurity organisations and others ask the right questions and their circumstances and resources.

“A useful plan doesn’t need to be long and complicated,” Ms Basnett said.

“People might want to bait, shoot and trap, or invest in exclusion fencing, or habitat improvements and rabbit control. It depends on what they can commit to and what works for them,” Ms Basnett said.

People interested in the new

line at pestsmart.org.au/pest-animals/glovebox-guides-order-form/ Also available to help communities record pest animal sightings are the free FeralCatScan and FoxScan apps which can be found at feralscan.org.au

PESTSMART

LOCKYER Valley Regional Council endorsed changes to fees and charges for Laidley Saleyards in its ordinary meeting on Wednesday June 21.

Yard fees for cattle will go up to $7 from $5 per head.

Calves will stay at $4 per head.

The fees for pigs, sheep, and goats, have been discontinued, as the current infrastructure at the Laidley Saleyards does not accommodate the sale of these animals.

The per head fee for horses has increased from $5 to $10.

Agent’s fee per sale has increased from $517.05 to $750.

Dipping fees remain at $3 per head but the minimum charge has increased from $174.25 to $220.

The council report noted all fees were ‘reviewed against other nearby saleyards fees and adjusted accordingly and reviewed by the Saleyards User Group in May and found to be appropriate’.

The fees are effective from July 1.

Feral cats kill huge numbers of native animals and spread disease to other animals

PHOTO: TONY BUCKMASTER

Winners are grinners at second Coolabunia Weaner Show Sale

show sale of the season did not disappoint, with this year’s second Weaner Show and Sale on Thursday June15th yarding and selling

1,300 head in total.

The combined agent sale was conducted by Aussie Land & Livestock Kingaroy, and Grant Daniel & Long of Dalby.

In additional to winners from the show judging, the Kubota Australia Zero turn Mower was also drawn, donated by Ken Mills Machinery & Kubota Tractor Corporation.

Weaner Steers under 200kg averaged 287c/kg and out to 340.2c/ kg. 200 - 300 kg Steers peaked at 382c/kg averaging 319c/kg. 300 – 400 kg Steers made to 344.2c/ kg to average 329c/kg return a top of $1,116. Weaner Heifers under 200kg averaged 192c/kg topping at 246c/kg. 200- 300kg Heifers topped at 270c/kg and average 207c/kg. 300 – 400kg Heifers averaged 201c/kg topped at 208c/kg. There was a wide array of breeds current market conditions.

Grand Champion Pen of Weaners: Hoogstraten Family Charolais x Steers sold for 366.2c/ kg for a total of $1096.94 per head averaging 299.5kg

Reserve Champion:

G & T Pomfret Charolais x heifers sold for 232.2c/kg for a total of $602.43 per head averaging 259.2kg

Best Pen of Replacement Heifers: Judy Ann Angus x heifers sold for 236.2c/kg for a total of $543.26 per head averaging 230kg

First Place Weaner Steers:

D Hoogstraten

Second Place Weaner Steers:

N & J Johnston

Santa x Steers sold for 340c/kg for a total of $1068.54 per head averaging 314.1kg

Third Place Weaner Steers: M & M Hunter Charolais x steers sold for 338.2c/ kg for a total of $1116.06 per head averaging 330kg

First Place Weaner Heifers: G & T Pomfret

Second Place Weaner Heifers: Tim Stevenson Limousin x heifers sold for 194.2c/kg for a total of $445.91 per head averaging 229.6kg

Third Place Weaner Heifers: Mark Bleys Speckle Park heifers sold for 200.2c/ kg for a total of $471.72 per head averaging 235.6kg

Best Pen of Infused Santa Gertrudis Weaners: N & J Johnston

Best Pen of Infused Angus/Brangus Weaners: Judy Anne

Best Pen of Limousin Weaners: Tim Stevenson Limousin x Steers sold for 302.2c/ kg for a total of $788.74 per head averaging 261kg

Best Pen of Charolais Weaners: D Hoogstraten

Best Pen of Droughtmaster Weaners: K & P Meagher Droughtmaster x heifers sold for 192.2c/kg for a total of $420.18 per head averaging 243.1kg

MACHINERY & HORSE EQUIPMENT AUCTION

This SUNDAY 2nd JULY - Commencing 10am

A/C JOHN F DUNN BEAUVIEW PARK - 658 CRYNA ROAD, CRYNA QLD 4285

Tractors: 956 XL Case Inter Tractor 4WD with FE loader, forks & blade – 7455 Case Inter 5140 tractor 2WD Aircab, 105HP – 885XL Inter Tractor 2WD Aircab, 85HP – 685 Inter Tractor 2WD –B275 Inter Tractor 40.

Horse Equipment: Isuzu FSR Truck w/ covered Stock Crate (unreg) – Equine Treadmill 3HP –Ronaldson 3 blade D/dumper chaff cutter – Horse scales – Feed trailers, feed bins – Sulky (VGC) – Gig– Hay racks, 3 x 8’, 2 x 12’ – Portable panels – Gates – Thomas arena spreader – Large quantity saddlery.

Machinery: Wallaby manure spreader – Jadan hay grab – S12’ Superior slasher – 600L Boom spray, 8m – 4T grain feeder – C/Shea Direct drill, 14 run – 8’ Page Offset slasher – Ocmis Hard hose Irrigator, 90ml, approx. 10 chain – NH Haybine – 7’ Bonel slasher – JD TX Turf Gator, 4x2 –Polaris Sportsman 4WD quad, 1060hrs – 4WD quad, 1190hrs – Farmtech Aerator, 6ft – Ram drill & digger – LT bale elevator – Tandem trailer & stock crate, 11’ x 7’, Unreg – NH 471 bale elevator – Trailing hay conditioner – 2006 Nissan Navara STX D40 Twin cab – Hustler Zero Turn mower, 48” – Toro TimeCutter HD mower, 54” – Vicon fert. Spreader – Old 5’ slasher – Spray unit –Lincoln Tractapac.

Equipment: Qnty Roller drums – OH fuel tank – Concrete trough, 7’ – SC Irrigator pump, Lister 2cyl motor – Tractor tyres 20.8/38 – Round bale feeder – Honda generator 1.9KW – Welders –Cement Mixer – HD disc plough – Safety cage – Elect fence pegs – Compressor – P/pumps – F/F pump – Poly trough – Stihl c/saw – Work bench – 8” water pipe, 3” Gal pipe, Qnty of B/wire, gates, cor iron, PVC, poly fittings, tools, fire brands, furniture, gym gear and many more sundries.

All for genuine sale – Property sold – No Reserves

Photos on website: www.bartholomew.com.au (Clearing Sales)

Bid Card System – Photo ID required (e.g. Drivers Licence). Payment on day by cash, cheque or EFTPOS. Signs will direct. Light refreshments available.

PHOTOS: (ABOVE) (L-R) A.L.L. Agent Midge Thompson, Danny & Margaret Hoogstraten, from the Hoogstraten Family, Norco Rural Kingaroy, GDL Agent Brad Cavanagh. (RIGHT): Aussie Land & Livestock agents ALL PHOTOS COURTESY OF AUSSIE LAND & LIVESTOCK.

CLEARING SALE - A/C RP & JA BELZ

SUNDAY 9th JULY - Commencing 10am

2080 ROSEWOOD WARRILL VIEW ROAD, MT WALKER QLD 4340

Tractors: Mahindra 9200 4WD tractor with FE loader – Case 5130 Tractor with FE loader –Case Agri King 2WD, 100HP – JD 5425 4WD tractor with FE loader..

Hay Gear: Muller hay grab – Freeman Accumulator – Sip Star 360 rake – Claas Liner 350S hay rake – Claas 470T Hydraulic hay rake – 4 x 27’ x 8’ hay trailers – Hay trailers, 22’ x 8’; 20’ x 8.5’; 19’ x 8’– Case 8545 baler – MF 1376 Mower conditioner RazorEdge – LT bale loader, elect.

Machinery: Yeomans 5T plough – 14’ Rubber tyre roller – 24P 1HC Offset – Sunshine planter, 11T & 8T curly tyne rippers – MF P/h digger – C/Shea 26 run Seed drill, S&F – C/Shea 14 run Super Seeder, trailing harrows – Celli Mizar 9’ mulcher – Hardi 600L Boom spray, 8m – Hardi Boom spray parts – Vicon ½ Ton fert. Spreader – 4 sect Diamond harrows – OH fuel tank – Pope WW/winch T40, Nelson gun – Qnty Al. main & spray line – Levelling bar – Old Pope T30 irrigator –150m 3” Angus hose – Trailco T250 irrigator, 150m – Pumpkin planter.

Equipment: 20’ Shipping Container – Kawasaki KLF300 4WD quad – Honda 400 Fourtrax quad –Stihl, Husqvarna & Bushranger chainsaws – Poly troughs – Gates – Honda pump & pressure cleaner – 18’ x 8’ Tandem steel trailer, reg – Box trailer, 8’ x 6’ – Cement mixer – Spray tank – Cub Cadet mower, 22HP 42” cut – Stihl blower – ’85 Gemini sedan – Acco body – Guard railing – Bore casing, 3” & 4” – ’99 Ford sedan – 1000L pod – Qnty of PVC, wire, elect. tools, hand tools, fencing tools, round timber, cor. iron, p/pipe, elect. fence gear, pallets, knapsacks, steel pegs, tyres & rims, winches, timber pickets, chains, air compressors, welders, scrap steel, antique furniture and much more.

All for genuine sale.

Photos on website: www.bartholomew.com.au (Clearing Sales)

Bid Card System – Photo ID required (e.g. Drivers Licence). Payment on day by cash, cheque or EFTPOS. Signs will direct. Light refreshments available. For further information, contact Agents

PHOTOS: (TOP) Margaret & Danny Hoogstraten enjoying the sale.

PHOTOS: (L-R) GDL Agent Brad Cavanagh, Kubota competition winners D & J Freeman, David Evans from Ken Mills Machinery Kingaroy, A.L.L. Agent James Bredhauer.

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Tour de France. Stage 1. 2.00 Witch Hunt. 3.45 Food Safari Water.

Programs.

tv guide

ABCTVPLUS7TWO7MATEGEMBOLDPEACHVICELAND

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Highway Patrol.

(PG, R)

8.30 The Force: Behind The Line. (PG, R) 9.30 Police Custody USA.

R)

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

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 As Time Goes By. (PG, R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG,

(M, R)

11.30 What The

Surveillance Oz.

5.30pm American Pickers.

R) 6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 Highway Patrol Special. (PG, R)

8.30 Britain’s Got Talent.

Movie: The Replacements. (2000)

R)

5.30pm American Pickers.

R)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.00 AFL: Friday Night

8.30 Midsomer Murders. (M, R)

10.30 Madam Secretary. (M, R)

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

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

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

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

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

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

11.00 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

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

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Friends. (PG, R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

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

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Friends. (PG, R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

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

11.30 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

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

7.20 Football. AFL. Round 16. Essendon v Port Adelaide.

AFL Post-Game Show.

Movie: Resident Evil: Retribution. (2012)

5.15pm Movie: Yours, Mine And Ours. (1968) (G, R)

7.30 Movie: Schindler’s List. (1993) (M, R)

11.30 The Real Murders Of Atlanta. (M)

12.30 My Favorite Martian. (R)

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

6.25 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

10.15 Friends. (PG, R)

12.15 Home Shopping. (R)

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

8.00 David Attenborough’s Kingdom Of Plants. (R)

8.50 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 9.40 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (M, R)

Report. (PG, R)

11.50 Doc Martin. (M, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 The Coroner. (M, R)

8.30 The Inspector Lynley Mysteries. (M, R)

10.30 RFDS. (M, R)

11.25 The Coroner. (M, R)

12.30 Cities Of The Underworld. (PG, R)

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

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

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line.

R)

8.30 Movie: 2012. (2009) (M, R)

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Counting Cars. (PG)

8.30 Movie: Rambo 3. (1988) (M, R)

10.35 Movie: 300. (2006) (MA15+, R)

1.00 Counting Cars. (PG, R)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Outback Truckers. (PG, R)

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

9.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. (PG, R)

10.30 Railroad Australia.

(PG, R)

6.00pm M*A*S*H. (PG, R)

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

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

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 Wimbledon Tennis Pre-Show.

8.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 1.

8.55 100% Footy. (M)

9.55 Law & Order: SVU. (MA15+, R)

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 Wimbledon Tennis Pre-Show.

8.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 2.

8.55 The Closer. (M, R)

9.55 Rizzoli & Isles. (M, R)

10.55 Major Crimes. (M, R)

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

6.25 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.00 Friends. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

1.30 Movie: Paper Planes. (2014) (G, R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Friends. (PG, R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (M, R)

9.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

1.30 Frasier. (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)

10.20 Becker. (PG, R)

11.10 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

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

5.50pm Forged In Fire. (PG, R)

6.40 Jeopardy! (R)

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

8.30 Alone. (PG)

9.40 Couples Therapy. (M)

10.40 Super Maximum Retro Show. (M)

11.10 Hoarders. (M, R)

June 30-July 1

Rosewood Show Rosewood Showgrounds Railway St, 0438777322

Sat July 1

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

Somerset Best Trick Jam skateboarding and scooter championships, Fernvale Skate Park, skateboards at 9.30am, scooters at 1.30pm, free community barbeque. Register at liveheats.com/events/131123

The Arty Party The Condensery Toogoolawah, artist-lead workshops, superhero portraits, bunker poetry, creativity and pizza, 11am-3pm, Tickets on Eventbrite.

Marburg Dance 7pm-11pm Marburg

Show Hall, $15, Rae Blinco, 0409481681

Sun July 2

Country Music Concert Gatton Seniors Centre 1st Sun/mth 1pm-4pm, walk-ups welcome, entry $5 afternoon tea supplied, lucky door and raffles. 0439030677

Mon July 3-Fri July 7

Kids Crafts School Holiday Activities FPC Activity Centre Laidley, 9.30am-12.30pm, $6 per session, piggy bank, mason jar aquarium, rock photo holder, galaxy jars, popsicle stick lantern, book 5465 2390

Mon July 3

Community Craft FPC Activity Centre

Laidley, 9.30am-12.30pm, garden paver painting, $20, book 54652390

Tue July 4

Community Craft FPC Activity Centre

Laidley, 9.30am-12.30pm, CD mosaic $15, book 54652390

Wed July 5

Esk 50 & Over Club Lunch at Brisbane Valley Roasters 11am 0413443261

Fri July 7

Community Craft FPC Activity Centre

Laidley, 9.30am-12.30pm, silhouette lady flower dress $15, book 54652390 Glenore Grove Dance Glenore Grove Community Hall, Rae Blinco 7.30pm11.30pm, $12.50 includes supper, 0423849002

Sat July 8

Ma Ma Creek Community Markets 8am-12pm, produce, food, handmade goods, crafts. 467566632

Bush Dance Celebrating 70 years at the Junction View Hall, 7pm, music by Band o Coots, adults $20, child $10, family $50, light supper available, cash bar 0409614651 or 0417217347

Sat July 8 –Sun July 9

Laidley Show Laidley Showgrounds, schedule at laidleyshow.com.au

Sun July 9

Bazza s Country Music Walk Up Show Gatton View Hotel, 11am-4pm, $5 entry, lucky door, raffles, tea & coffee, light afternoon tea, meals available at hotel, everybody welcome

0402058098

Mon July 10

Community Craft FPC Activity Centre

Laidley, 9.30am-12.30pm, DIY wishing well, $20, book 54652390

Tue July 11

Community Craft FPC Activity Centre

Laidley, 9.30am-12.30pm, puff paint drawing on glass base, $20, book 54652390

Wed July 12

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

Fri July 14

Community Craft FPC Activity Centre

Laidley, 9.30am-12.30pm, plaster painting, $20, book 54652390

Sat July 15

Lowood Slimmers Bus Trip Mystery trip, Christmas in July, p/u Gatton 7.30am, Plainland 7.45am, Lowood

8am, 54261468

Afternoon Melodies Gatton Seniors Centre 13 North St, 1pm-4.30pm cost $5, come along and sing or dance and have fun, afternoon tea, lucky door and raffles, 0439030677

Mulgowie Bush Dance Mulgowie Hall, live music performed by The Band-OCoots Bushband, hot food from

5.30pm, music starts at 6.30pm, adults

$10 children $5 under 5s free family

$30, food and drinks available, to book contact Wendy 0407633283, Anne 0413126114, or Annelise 0428372208

Marburg Dance 7pm-11pm Marburg

Show Hall, $15, Coachman, Christmas in July theme, 0409481681

Wed July 19

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

Thu July 20

Peace Ladies Street Stall 8am11.30am, in front of IGA Gatton.

Fri July 21-Sat July 22

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

Sat July 22-Sun July 23

Stonehouse Open Days Heritage Displays, Markets Stalls, Folk music, Oral histories, Blacksmith, Photo exhibition (at Moore Hall) Bush Poets, Horse drawn Pie cart, Historic horse display, meet our Stonemasons & Carpenter, access to the Stonehouse only via bus that leaves from Moore, bus fare and entry $10pp children 12 and under free. 0429535126

Sun Jul 23

Somerset Rail Trail Classic from 9am ending at Fernvale Sports Park with post-race festival, choose 3km/8km/44km run or ride. Register at somersetrailtrailclassic.com.au

Wed July 26

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

Fri July 28

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

Sat July 29

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

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Personal projects are favoured, as you put creative ideas into action and rub shoulders

Speak up and promote your talents! If you procrastinate, then promising opportunities will

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GEMINI

Geminis can easily become preoccupied with -

and Uranus light up your intuition and solitude zone, and Mercury transits into perceptive

itate, contemplate, and listen to the quiet

CANCER

frustrated friend or an unpredictable family

and concentrate on pursuing personal projects

So, concentrate on uplifting activities that exLEO

Have you been feeling like a tired and lacklustre Lion, with too many activities crammed into -

Mercury are transiting through your solitude zone, so rest and relaxation are just what the -

VIRGO

be disappointed if others aren’t showing theirlooks too good to be true, then avoid them like the plague!

LIBRA

wishes zone, it’s time to articulate (and write let a loved one or work mate manipulate you on Monday, as they try to persuade you to do the strength - and common sense - to stand Saturday is wonderful for socialising with

SCORPIO

domineering behaviour will only lead to unpre-

relationship zone, a frustrating problem with SAGITTARIUSguish between blind optimism and self-deluabout you, and do your best to separate fact

perfect time to play sport, socialise, study, trav-

CAPRICORN

a fabulous time to focus, plan, study, organiseships, joint ventures, education, and projects all information that comes your way on Monday, and make sure someone isn’t trying to pull the -

AQUARIUS

Monday’s Mars/Uranus square stirs up your imtime to look for a new love or reboot an old others, the more affection and abundance lead you astray, especially when it comes to

PISCES

will strive to get the ratio right between being on top of things at work, while still having time

a loved one or work colleague could be unpredictable and problematic earlier in the week, particularly if you try to control an uncontrolla-

Adventist Community

Kitchen 1st 2nd 3rd and 5th

Monday of the month, 5.15pm -6.45pm, free meals all welcome, 49 North St Gatton

0419658914

Al-Anon 6pm Mon Lutheran

Hall Spencer St Gatton

0488216123

Alcoholics Anonymous

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

Lutheran Hall Minden

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

Bingo shop 5 Laidley Mall, Thu 9.30am-12pm & Fri 7pm10pm, run by Lockyer Valley Community Disability Association enq 0412108945

Bingo Brisbane Valley Darts Clubhouse Lowood, Mon

7pm, Thu 10.30am, $28, 0423833954

Brisbane Valley Ukefreaks

6pm-8.30pm Wed Brisbane Valley Darts Clubhouse Lowood 0412470875 FB

@ukefreaks

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

0455251581

Cars, Bikes, and Coffee

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

Chug-along Social Group

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

Cards/Board Games

(Adults) Coominya Public Hall Fri 9am-12pm $5 0412685125

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

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

Coominya Public Hall General Meeting 1st Mon/mth

6.30pm 0488169162

Country Music Balladeer & Folk Music Walk Up 4th

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

CWA Craft & Friendship Day 3rd Thu/mth 9am-12pm

Glamorgan Vale hall 0459320538

Darts Brisbane Valley Darts

Clubhouse Lowood, Tue & Thu 7pm, 0423833954

Devotional Meeting, all

Faiths, hosted by Baha’i community, 1st/3rd Wed/mth

7pm. 0429861086

Digital Tech Hub Wed & Thu

Lockyer Community Centre 54623355

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

Esk 50 & Over Club Wed 9am CWA Hall 0413443261

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

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

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

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

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

Euchre Wed 7.30pm, Lowood Showgrounds 0411334382

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

Free Craft 2nd Thu/mth

12pm Lockyer Community Centre 54623355

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

Caffey Hall Gatton Historical Village 0420967022

Gatton Senior Citizens 13

North St. Mon & Thu Euchre

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

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

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

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

Glamorgan Vale CWA - 9am

1st Thu/mth Glamorgan Vale Community Hall 0413046168

Glamorgan Vale Tennis Club Inc 10am-2pm 2nd Sun/ mth 697 Glamorgan Vale Rd see Facebook.

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

Glenore Grove QCWA Craft

1st 3rd & 4th Mon/mth 1pm QWCA Hall 0459320538

Glenore Grove CWA Street

Stall last Thu/mth 8.30am12pm IGA mall Gatton 0459320538

Grantham/Gatton Indoor

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

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

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

Laidley Garden Club

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

Laidley Indoor Bowls Club

Mon 2pm-5pm Laidley Cultural Centre 0408631292

Laidley Uniting Church

Playgroup Thu 9.30am11am, Laidley Uniting Church hall 0427536513

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

Line Dancing Classes Toogoolawah RSL Tuesdays

12.30-2.30pm 0422889530

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

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

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

Lockyer Valley Art Society Inc. 24 Bertrand Ave Kensington Grove, Mon 9am-

11.30am pottery, Wed 9am-

11.30am social, Thu 9am11.30am painting mediums, 1st Sat/mth 9.30am-12 facilitated workshops (bookings essential, fees apply) 0490825846

Lockyer Valley Cancer Support Group 1st Thu/mth

Davson Room, Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre, Gatton 0419646902 or 54621766

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

Lockyer Valley Community Activity Shed Saleyard Rd Gatton, Tue & Thu 8am12pm.

Lockyer Valley Dog Training Club 6.30pm Mon Laidley

Showgrounds Facebook or 0428048823

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

Lockyer Valley Orchid Society 1st Tue/mth Gatton

Showgrounds room under grandstands 0409475504

Lockyer Valley Tai Chi for Health Wed 10am Lowood

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

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

Lockyer Valley Writers

Group 1-3pm 2nd Tue/mth

Gatton Library, 4th Tue/mth

Laidley Library, lockyervalleywriters@gmail.com

Lockyer Woodcrafters

Group Mon-Thu & Sat, 24

Railway St Forest Hill 0457219408 or lwcg4342@gmail.com

Lowood Community Action

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

Lowood Craft Group

9.30am Fri Lowood RSL Sub Branch 0409343446

Lowood CWA 2nd Tue/mth

CWA Hall 54261514

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

Lowood Lions Club 7pm

2nd & 4th Mon/mth Lowood

Railway Station

lowood@lionsq3.org.au

Lowood Senior Citizens meet in CWA Hall Lowood

every second Thursday, all seniors welcome, please call for next date 0447489875

Lowood Show Society

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

Lowood Slimmers Tue

5.30pm Lowood Show Hall 54261468

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

Mulgowie Farmers Market

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

Mt Beppo Art Group Wed

9am-1pm, Community Hall

916 Mt Bepp Rd, 0437197381

Open Mic Sun 1.30pm3.30pm, Fernvale Lions Club

Hall $2 entry 0490366148

Painting Classes 10am Fri Summerholm 0450656356

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

Valley Darts Clubhouse Lowood, 0400926709

Poker Fri 7pm, $25, Brisbane

Valley Darts Clubhouse Lowood, 0423833954

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

rosewoodqcwa@outlook.com

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Shirleywasacaringwife,mother, grandma,greatgrandmother,sister andfriend.

BelovedwifeofAlroy.Dearlyloved MotherandMother-in-lawofKerry andChristine;LisaandJason;Dale; andBrettandLisa.

Relatives&friendsareinvitedto attendShirley'sfuneraltobeheldat theGattonLaidleyLowood CrematoriumChapel, 4SouthernStreet,Laidley. Servicecommencingat10:00am, Thursday29thJune2023.

Alan Reginald Jaenke

Late of Esk.

Passed away 1st June 2023, aged 83 years.

Patti, Kay and Wayne and families would like to thank everyone for their heartfelt messages of love, cooked meals, the beautiful flowers, cards and calls received and funeral attendance after the passing of their beloved husband and father, Alan.

Your support at this difficult time was very much appreciated and of great comfort to all the family.

Thank you to his doctors and staff at St Andrew’s Hospital Ipswich and Esk Hospital and staff. Thank you to Brisbane Valley Funerals for the most beautiful celebration of his life.

ProposedDevelopment

Makeasubmissionfrom 29June2023 to 20July2023

IndoorEntertainment,Veterinary Hospital,Shop&MedicalCentre

Where: 1A Fairway Drive, Hatton Vale Qld 4341

On: Lot 53 on RP863701

Approval sought: Development Permit for Material Change of Use Application ref: MC2023/0037

You may obtain a copy of the application and make a submission to:

Chief Executive Officer, Lockyer Valley Regional Council PO Box 82, Gatton Qld 4343 mailbox@lvrc.qld.gov.au 1300 005 872 www.lockyervalley.qld.gov.au

Written submissions may be made electronically; and electronic submissions are to be sent to: mailbox@lvrc.qld.gov.au

Wild Dog Control Program

Somerset Regional Council are conducting a wild dog baiting program throughout Somerset in an effort to control the wild dog problem. Important information when baiting with 1080:

• Baiting can be carried out within 5km of a town. Prior approval from an authorised Council officer is required, increased risk mitigation and conditions apply.

• Baits cannot be laid within 50m of a roadway or within 5m of a boundary fence.

• Notification of 72 hours must be given to all adjoining neighbours (including across roadways).

• An authority to sign form is required if obtaining baits for another person.

• You must supply your rates notice.

• Unconsumed baits are to be retrieved within seven days and destroyed.

A Council employee will attend the following sites to assist with the preparation of 1080 poison baits for the control of dingoes/wild dogs:

10 July Kilcoy Showgrounds, 7.30am-9am

10 July Middle Creek, Bryden, 10.30am-12pm

• Please ensure all meat is fresh and well drained and baits must be fist sized (approximately 250g in South East Queensland areas).

• No bones, rotten meat or carcasses will be impregnated.

• Baits must be transported in stable, sealable, leak proof containers and all baits are to be laid as soon as possible as it is illegal to store impregnated baits.

For enquiries and bookings phone Council on (07) 5424 4000.

All submissions, including individual submitter’s particulars, will be published on Council’s website (eTrack) and therefore will be accessible to internet search engines.

Public notification requirements are in accordance with the Planning Act 2016

ANIMALS & POULTRY

5 x Lowline Heifers, approx 12mths old, $600 each Ph: 0418 157 154

Jack Russell Puppies - 3 Girls, 2 Boys. Tricolour smooth coat and longer. Wormed, vaccinated and microchipped. Ready 1st June. View Lockyer Waters BIN: 0011846546377 Ph: 0418 609 200

1 x purebred droughtmaster steer 17months

1 x purebred droughtmaster weaner steer 7months Quiet animals. Ph: 0754624965 / 0432629192.

Isa Brown layers, 18 months old. $10.00 each. Mt Forbes/Mutdapilly area. Ph. Rob 0418895240 or Helen 0447450770.

ANTIQUES & COLLECTABLES

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

ACCESSORIES

BOATING & CARAVANS

0429 354 728

BOOKS

Kwik Sew Pattern Books $10 each Text: 0423169065

Wanted to Exchange - 40 x Hardcover Western books (ex Library), paperback westerns also available. Ph: 07 5465 8323.

EQUIPMENT & APPLIANCES

Sharp Carousel Convection Microwave $20 Very Large. Text: 0423169065.

Washing machine, front loader, Whirlpool, AWM8191, 6th sense, $500 ono. Ph 0439 108 362.

FURNITURE

Venetian etched wall mirror new never hung 81cm x 98cm. $50.00 Ph: 0429051183

GARDENING

Bromiliads Potted or cuttings – Gatton 5462 5313

Small squares grassy lucerne, small squares of rhodes grass, small squares millet. Round bales of rhodes grass. Ph.0754624965 / 0432629192.

MISCELLANEOUS

SHIPPING CONTAINER no longer needed at the end of a two year caravan holiday. Buy it local and avoid expensive transport. SUMMERHOLM 0409 999 570

Screed board 4.2m good condition $100 phone 54641619

Blenheim area. Ph; 0428 611 649

20ft site container, 20ft, divided in two sections, can send photos. Ph: 0452 330 035

Disability Fold Up Wheel Chair Near New - $200 Ph: 5462 2551

Silverplated Goblets $8 Text: 0423169065

Assorted Chocolate making and Easter bunny moulds. $5 Text: 0423169065

TOOLS & IMPLEMENTS

Wanted - Day To Day Cookery book by I.M Downs. Ph: 0438 757 489

Wanted to buy – ute or 4cyl vehicle, no rego/RWC, must be driveable. Ph: 0493 547 734

double bed; pick-up from Forest Hill. Ph 0428 198 333

List your item for free* DEADLINE 2pm FRIDAY

with lock up drawer $350. Ph 0422 315 707

Two recliners good condition $75 each Ph 0422 315 707

SUDOKU GENERAL CROSSWORD 1026

ACROSS

1 What is a medical centre known as (6)

8 Which person eats all kinds of food (8) a whale, perhaps (6) green-coloured aromatic liqueur (8)

11 Name a wrestling grip (6)

13 What do we call one who

wise called (4) whether lining a road or not (6)

7 What is a male name (6)

12 Name another term for an elevator (4)

14 What is a low-grade iron ore (8)

17 What serves to cover the on the Rio Grande (2,4) do what (5) woman (5)

19 The east is known as the what (6) (8)

24 Name another term for revenue (6)

DOWN

4 What is a strainer for drain-

AUSTRALIAN RULES FOOTBALL

BRISBANE VALLEY RATTLERS

QFA Div 4 South Brisbane Valley Rattlers; 3.0; 7.1; 9.1; 11.2; - 68

Beenleigh; 3.2; 4.3; 6.5; 9.5 - 59

Rattlers Goals: Harrison Sippel

3, Jye Cruff, Hayden Smith, Paul Macknamara 2, Emmanual Mwaka, Jordan Lyne 1 Rattlers Best; Ringo Chol, Dugald Strachan, Joshua Spicer, Harrison Sippel, Hayden Smith, Jack Treschman

BOWLS

LAIDLEY BOWLS CLUB

Another perfect day for Lawn Bowls. B.Yates, D.Moyle, R.Pagett. 19. K.Collier, M.Zabel, M.Anderson. 8.

A.Roffe,M.Locker, C.McGuire. 16. Ro,Brien, T.Watson, E.Muller. 6. A.Farley, J.Mace, S.Harrison. 13.

E.Roffe.

R.Webb,B.Silk. 11.

LAIDLEY INDOOR BOWLS CLUB

Club Mens Singles: Open winner: B.Purcell. Runner Up: K.Degen. Consolation Winner: J.Mace. Runner Up: K.Collier.

TOOGOOLAWAH BOWLS CLUB

On Sunday 25th June we had 10 players and had one game of 3 Bowl Pairs and one game of 2 Bowl Triples, each team vying for Six for a Win plus Two for each end.

Winners on the day were Len Smyth and Reg Hanson. Runners up were Dot McVeigh, Linda Hanson and Melissa who kindly helps Robert. Luckily on the day the fruit and veg tray supplied by our own IGA was redrawn after young Phil the original winner kindly put it back up for a lucky winner.

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 s to ensure that they enjoy their game. Come along and get some exercise, meet new people, enjoy a bit of fun and a social afternoon. We have bowls of all sizes for you to use.

For the Calendar:

1. Our next Club Meeting will be held on Sunday 9th July 2023. All members are invited to attend at 9.00am and to help in the running of the club by participating in discussions.

2. Players are required for away games to ensure that we balance Home and Away attendance. Please contact Gerrit on 5424 2569 if you would like to be included in the roster for 2023.

See you on the Green.

BRIDGE

LOCKYER BRIDGE CLUB

Tuesday 20th June, 2023.

The 5th Round of the Club’s Individual Championship was held with Sue Hooper & Allan McLucas

lations to this pair. L Gunthorpe

6.45pm. Lessons for Beginners held on Tuesday morning, arrival 8.45am is also at the same venue, The Catholic Community Hall, Maitland Street, Gatton. Pat Ziebarth is the organizer for Tuesday’s play phone 0490 530 734.

DARTS

BRISBANE VALLEY DARTS CLUB

Thursday Night Fixtures – June 22

Double Trouble def Goofy 5-2

Double Trouble – HF: 48 Stephen

French, MF: 4 Denise Davis & Stephen French, HS: 100 Stephen

French, MT: 3 Stephen French

Goofy – HF: 94 Michael Nicholls (Fill

In), MF: 5 Michael Nicholls, HS: 120

Jasiah Dalton (Fill In), MT: 2 Michael

Nicholls

No Effect!! def Don’t Care 5-2

No Effect!! – HF: 56 Shaimar

Franks, MF: 5 Lorelle Beard, HS: 140

Angela Buchanan, MT: 4 Shaimar

Franks

Don’t Care – HF: 32 Charleigh Kilpatrick & Scott Kilpatrick, MF: 2 Scott Kilpatrick, HS: 140 Scott Kilpatrick, MT: 3 Scott Kilpatrick

Juggernauts def Wolf Pakk 6-0

Juggernauts – HF: 40 Paul Shady,

MF: 4 Tami Leck, Kevin Hart & Paul

Shady, HS: 133 Paul Shady, MT: 3

Paul Shady

Wolf Pakk - HF: 28 Peter Bakos (Fill In), MF: 2 Peteer Bakos, HS: 121

Annetta Robertson, MT: 1 Annetta

Robertson

Alleycats def Shoot To Thrill 6-0

Alleycats – HF: 39 Susan Shaw, MF6

Raymond Smith, HS: 122 Susan

Shaw, MT: 4 Alan Staggs

Shoot To Thrill – HF: 20 Lance Jones,

MF: 1 Lance Jones, HS: 121 Errol

Robinson, MT: 1 Errol Robinson

20. $25 registration and $7 weekly match fees. Come along, make some mates and play in a sport that anyone can play. There is always support for new and exploring players. DARTS – Diversity, Acceptance, Respect, Through Sport.

GOLF

ESK GOLF CLUB

Saturday 24/6/23

Club Competition Monthly Medal

Winner: J Guest 65nett R/Up: A Johns 70, D Bitossi 70, D Richards 70, B Thorogood 71, L Robson 72, G Wilson 73, B Moore 75, C Nielsen 75, H Knubel 75, I Knopke 75, S Wilson 76, P Cook 76, T Adams 76, J Lee 77(L), J Kerr 78, G Smith 78, C Pettet 78, B Tumney 81, C Guest 93(L)

NTP Handicap 0-16

1/10 3rd D Bitossi

H/C 17+ 2/11 3rd B Tumney

Ladies 6/15 3rd no winner

All In Sponsor Esk IGA

4/13 no winner

Sponsor Brisbane Valley Meats 8/17 2nd P Cook

Congratulations to Jim Guest taking the Monthly Medal, with an impressive score of 65 nett 5 shots in front of R/UP Dennis Richards. Julie taking the Ladies win with Cathy Guest getting r/up prize.

Sunday 25/6/23

9 Hole Chooky

WinnerJ Humphrey 30nett

Medley Single Stableford results

Tuesday 13/6/23

Winner- Jem Osman 40 points

Runner up- T Spears 38

Run down- P Thomas 35

NTP- K Robinson

Sporters results

Friday 16/6/23

Winner- C Blake 37 nett

Runner up- T Schulz 38 ocb

Run down- P Kowaltzke 38, D Neumann 38.5

Mens & Ladies Single Stableford

results

Saturday 17/6/23 Mens

Winner- J Raddatz 43 points

Runner up- L Reinke 40

Run down- G Doran 39, J Osman 39, G Gablonski 38, O Cowell 37, T Robinson 37

NTP 3 C Woolacot

7 T Linnan & J Kuhle

10 A Thurgood

13 L Reinke

16 J Cook & J Osman

Birdie Hole #2 R Arndt, D Jamieson, A Stephan

Pro Pin #1 R Brown

Ladies Winner- K Kajewski 34 points

Runner up- C Linnan 31

Run down- J Kuhle 29, K Sippel 29 Medley Single Stableford results

Tuesday 20/6/23

Winner- Jeffrey Osman 34 points ocb

Runner up- Jemma Osman 34

Run down- Chris Dodt 33

NTP #7 W Fazerkerley

Sporters results

Friday 23/6/23

Winner- A Thurgood 34.5 nett

LAIDLEY GOLF CLUB

Saturday 24th June - Men & Mixed

4BBB Stableford

Trophy Donors; Anthony Sheppard & Heath Phelan

Mixed Division Winners: Dave Morrow & Michelle Taylor 42 on c/b

Runners Up: Andrew Paroz & Jenny

Paroz 42

Men’s Division Winners: Ken Luck & Peter Bird 44

Runners Up: Ken Goebel & Roger

Gray 42,

Run Down: A. Parker & G Heuston

41, A. Lee & F. Lee 39, B. Magueri & C. Panzram 40, P. McFie & S.

Luck 39

Pins: Men’s (Div.1) Ken Goebel

(Div.2) Adam Cullen (Div3) Greg

Heuston (Pro Pin) Dave Morrow

Ladies (Div.1) Flo Lee (Div.2) Jan

Sippel (Pro Pin) Michelle Taylor

Thursday 22nd June - Open Competition - Single Stableford

Winner: Rodney King 35

Runner Up: Russ Duggan 35

Run Down: R. Core 33, G. Wild 33, C. Weier 32

Pins: (Pro Pin) Russ Duggan (Div.1) Rodney King (Div.2) Gary Wild (All In) Robin Core

Wednesday 21st June - Mixed 4BBB

Stableford

Celebrating June Blaney’s 95th

Birthday!

Trophies donated by Coll’s Catering & Marie Voorma

Mixed Winners: Jan & Frank Sippel

44 pts

LOWOOD GOLF CLUB

NTPs: 2: Sue Kopelke 5: I Dobbie 11: P Cattanach 14: M Wellings 2nd shot

14 Ladies: Sue Kopelke 2nd shot

9/18 Div 1: L Cocco Div 2: J Morris

Results for Saturday 24 June 2023

Single Stroke Lowood Cup

Lowood Cup: Winner: M Carter 66 A Grade: Gross: Winner: M Manning 66 R/Up: P Holliday 71 A Grade: Nett: P Broadfoot 70 R/Up:

Bridges 71

Grade: Gross: Winner: W Bentley

ocb R/Up: M Smyly 83

Grade: Nett: Winner: C Viney 69

L Pratt 69 C Grade: Gross: Winner: W Bolton 98 R/Up: A Sutton 99 C Grade: Nett: Winner: P Hallett 75 R/Up: A Jones 78

Senior: Winner: H Doran 73

Vets: Winner: H Buckley 72

Juniors: Winner: H Powell 73

Ladies: Winner: E Kelly 34 R/Up: J Daniels 32

BRD: K Bridges 71 S Milton J Miles

K Glover I Scriven W McFarlane S Boman S Peell M Smyly 72 E Hoger R Scott T Peters P Kuhn B Daniels C Petrohilos 73

NTPs: 2: Peter Coles 5: A Van Ansem

11: P McGuigan 14: D Just

ROSEWOOD GOLF CLUB

RESULTS 15.6.23:

thursday 18 hole single stableford: Winner: R Summerville 37 pts

R/Up: D Cox OCB 36 pts

Run Down: D Turvey 36 pts

NTP: No 2: M Soich 85 cm

No 9: R Ala-Outinen 112 cm No 11: R Summerville 22 cm No 15: S Nicholls 60 cm

All members & visitors with current GA Handicap are welcome to play in our Thursday 18 hole Competitions.

TOOGOOLAWAH GOLF CLUB

In June Monthly Medals went to Gary Hutchinson and Enid Faulkner. (These were omitted from last weeks results)

On Wednesday 21st June our Chook run winner was Iain Puddifoot with 34 points with runner up Craig Granzien. NTP on 17 was Bob, NTP on 10 was Michael and NTP on 15 was Alan.

The Annual Lockyer Bridge Congress will be held on Sunday 9th July, 2023 at the Laidley Sports Centre, Whites Road Laidley. For more information please contact the Convenor Peter Hooper 0408782776.

The Club is always ready to welcome new Players. If you are a visitor to the Lockyer Valley & are looking for a game of Bridge or just like to observe some games, phone Peter Hooper 0408 782 776, we would love to see you, Wednesday evenings arrival

Brisbane Valley Darts is located at 109 Main Street, Lowood. Matches

played Tuesday & Thursday nights

– 6:30roll call with a 7pm start.

Players welcomed from 8 years old (all juniors supervised by Blue Card competitions with other associations from all over Qld. Please contact Tami Leck – 0423833954 – for more information or hall hire.

We are calling for players and/or teams for Season 2 starting July

R/UP M Scott 34, G Ray 35, V Scott 37, C Pettet 37, G Lockett 37(L), M Beetz 38, D Back 38, L Pace 38, D Maddy 39, S Wilson 39, J Beetz 40, P Cook 40, J Lumsden 46 Putting Competition

Col Pettet 15putts

NTP No 4 J Humphrey, No 8 2nd M

Scott

Good turnout for our Chooky, nice to see a couple of new names in there. and a pin shot. R/UP spot going to Matty Scott also getting a pin shot, with the Old Pom Col taking out the putting comp after a 5 player count back.

GATTON GOLF CLUB

Runner up- K Sippel 36.5 nett

Run down- T Linnan 37, B Woodall

37, T Spears 37

Mens & Ladies Single Stableford results Saturday 24/6/23 Mens

Winner- M Willmett 40 points Runner up- T Spears 38

Run down- L Zischke 37, K Groves

37, C Brown 37, L Reinke 37

NTP- 3 B Wegner & R Creedy, 7 B

Zeidler & A Thurgood, 10 B Large, 13

M Norman, 16 W Raddatz

Pro Pin #18 K Martin

Birdie Hole #15 D Steinhardt & C

Brown

Ladies Winner- R VAB 40 points

Runner up- D Mellon 31

Run down- J Kuhle 30, X Zischke 29

Results for Tuesday 20 June 2023

Single Stableford

Winner: D Olsen 35 ocb R/Up: B

Victor 35

BRD: J Morris B Richards P Molloy

34 C Petrohilos P Holt 33 R Ward 32

NTPs: 2: C Petrohilos 5: D Olsen 11:

C Petrohilos 14: D Olsen 14 2nd shot

Ladies: S Luxford 2nd shot 4/13 Div

1: P Harmon

Results for Thursday 22 June 2023

Single Stableford Winner: L Cocco 38 R/Up: G Milady 37 ocb

BRD: Sue Kopelke 37 B Victor 36 M

STAFFORD D Sheraton P Cattanach Y Jones 35 L Sheraton 34

On Saturday 24th June we had our 2023 Mixed Pairs Championship over 27 holes which was won by Michael O’Connor and LJ Marschky. Mixed Pairs Net winners were Clinton Smith & Natalie Weaver. Runners Up were Sandy Gleeson and Blair Broad. Pin Shots on the day went to: 3/12 (Groovy Goat)- Abel Cruz, 4/13 (IGA) - Trevor Friedrich, 6/15 (Franks Hole)- Eric Cox, 7/16 Grand Hotel Esk)- Alan White and 7/16 Grand Hotel Esk - L.J Marschke. In other Stableford games played today by those without partners, Iain Puddifoot with 47 points with Runner up Abel Cruz. A very big thanks to the Toogoolawah Pharmacy for their inaugural sponsorship on the day.

On Saturday 1st July, John and Enid Faulkner will once again sponsor our Single Stroke Monthly Medal for July with play commencing at 12.00pm. Coming up on Saturday 8th July is the Mens Foresomes Championships (27 Holes) (Kevin and Denise (Tootie) Balls Memorial Trophy Day) and the Ladies Foresomes Championships (27 Holes) (Pat and Margaret Houston’s Trophy Day).

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weekend.

PHOTO: DROP BEAR BJJ

Yowies to host Tigers and Seagulls mid July One hundred cyclists take on uphill battle

BY JACOB HAYDEN

THE BRISBANE Valley Rail Trail Users Association (BVRTUA) hosted the BVRT E2E (end to end) cycling challenge on Saturday June 24, with more than 100 cyclists taking on the timed challenge.

BVRTUA president and event organiser Paul Heymans said 119 cyclists began the trek at 6:30am in Wulkuraka, Ipswich.

Cyclists then travelled uphill 160km to Yarraman at the end of the BVRT, with within the 10 hour limit.

“It’s quite a hard ride, and the climb up from Linville to Benarkin is a long, long 18km of uphill when you’ve just done 100km,” Heymans

said. There was only two

Clinton Hayward clocking in at Yarraman at 5:13:07 and Glen Chadwick crossing at

SPORTS RESULTS FROM PAGE 37

Make sure you get your teams prepared.

JIU-JITSU

DROP BEAR BJJ

Kalan Callcott performed very well in his division despite having very little preparation. He won the semi

went for the full 10 minutes. His opponent was Thalison Soares who is a current and former multiple time World Champion. Kalan took a lot away from the match and it has motivated him to train harder and keep learning to get his game to the level it needs

The division was the Male Gi Adult Black Belt Under 76kg. RIFLE

5:13:09.

Heymans said Chadwick but Chadwick took a wrong turn and fell slightly behind.

“There were lots of people who came from interstate, for

rience, and there were some overseas visitors,” Heymans said.

“They just had an absolute blast… it’s just such a great atmosphere out on the trail.”

THE KILCOY Yowies

successful in an application to host a Queensland Cup match on Saturday -

Head Seagulls at Hopetoun Sports Fields as part of Activate! Country Week.

Fischer said the QRL match was a great event

“The community has working really hard in the we take advantage of any opportunity that comes our way, and this was one of them,” Mr Fischer said.

opportunity to see that our players.

“The QRL are really good and they’re going to open up their doors to the coaches, trainers and players to mingle and ask those questions to advance themselves as well.”

Somerset Regional Council will provide $2,500 support for the hire of a scissor lift for a toilets.

The game kicks off July 15, and is preceded Sunshine Coast C grade games.

“The Yowies will play the second game [against

GATTON

CLUB

GLENORE GROVE RIFLE

A warm sunny Saturday afternoon for the long 800yd target, however, a nasty westerly wind gave shooters a chance to employ their windy conditions.

Iron Sights out of 105.21.

G. King 94.4, G. Picton 93.3 and C. Greenwood 84.2 All F class out of 126.21

F. Open.

A Steele 114.4 FSTD.

.J. Findlay 104.5, and R. Bowman 100.1

Next week 300yds. RUGBY LEAGUE GATTON HAWKS Gatton 56 d. Newtown 6

ENJOY THE ACTION TRACKSIDE

reunion weekend with a good win against Newtown at Cahill Park on Saturday night. Newtown

score 16-18 in favour of Gatton for a lengthy period of time. Richard Murray and Riley Halpin

hit out for his new side. But it was all Gatton in the second half. Leonard Burns in his second game for the Hawks made his mark on the side, whilst Tyrone Faulker with also good in his sec-

display.

Gatton were missing their normal halves pairing of Haydan Lipp and

Regan Wilde and Tyrell Woodley and Luke Self replaced them admispeed off the mark and the rest of the team capitalised.

front of a huge crowd and they now prepare for the Mdsen Rasmussen

Gatton 56 (Ben Havilan 2, Bailey Williams, Blake Appo, Tye Gray, Tyrell Woodley, Tyrone Faulker, Joel Brett, Shannon Hicks, Leonard Burns tried Haydan Lipp 4, Leonard Burns 7, Jesse Bellert goals) defeated Newtown 6 (Riley Halpin try Richard Murray goal).

Leonard Burns (Gatton) 2 Tyrone Faulkner (Gatton) 1 Ben Haviland (Gatton. Reserve Grade

Gatton 68 d. Newtown 0

Women

Gatton 30 d. Newtown 6

KILCOY YOWIES

The Yowies had a 30-30 draw with

next game on the 8th of July.

SOCCER

ROSEWOOD UNITIED SOCCER CLUB

Blackstone 5; RUSC Knights 1, Westminster 6; RUSC Merlins 0, Westminster 3.

Rivers 2.

Dinmore 2.

Raceview 2.

Dinmore 1. [SW proudly sponsored SWQ THUNDER

Boys/Men

13’s - 5-1 Win (QAS)

14’s - 3-0 Win (QAS)

15’s - Bye

16’s - Bye

18’s - Bye

Girls/Women

13’s - Postponed

15’s - Postponed

17’s - Postponed

DAM LEVELS

10 hour mark.

PHOTO: BVRTUA

Roosters hold on in country club clash with Laidley Lions

BY JESSE HAMILTON

THE ROSEWOOD Roosters

C grade rugby league team have defended their way to victory against a determined on 12-10, achieving victory on the club’s Old Boys Day.

The June 24 clash was contest between the two country clubs, with Laidley returning to the comp after a few years and a few ex-Rosewood players lining up against their former club.

from both sides sent to the with the Roosters responding better when the contest returned to 13 on 13 opening their account and scoring under the post to record the

Both teams gave their opposition minimal opportunity to exploit their defensive lines with metres hard to come by and plenty of big hits resulting in handling errors stopping either team

from gaining momentum when in possession.

The Lions hit back after the break to tie the contest with the deadlock not broken again until Roosters centre Brendon Hurst gave the home side some ascendency

Toogoolawah students to travel Bunya to Bay

TOOGOOLAWAH State

with about eight minutes left. A 40/20 play from the Roosters with six minutes left proved to be the match winning play, with the home possession to score back-toback tries.

High School congratulated two year 10 students, Hunter Master-Woods and Jorja Williams for their successful applications for the 2023 Bunya to Bay program in July and August.

In July- August of 2023, a group of 32 selected students will relay in teams to walk, cycle and canoe, over 340km of

challenging river terrain. Hunter is participating in Leg 2 of the journey from August 1-6, cycling and canoeing 80km from Harlin State School to the Wivenhoe Information Centre.

Then on August 11-15 Jorja will hike and canoe 60km along the Lower Brisbane River from Kholo Gardens to Brisbane City. TOOGOOLAWAH SHS

PHOTO: JESSSE HAMILTON

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