Allora Advertiser - 1st February 2023

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Wednesday, 1st February 2023

Best Ever Heritage Weekend

The weather was perfect and eager visitors turned out in droves. All the main attractions were at the Showgrounds plus a couple of first-time displays such as the Retro Caravans and the Versatile Tractors. (image Garry Wilkinson Photography) (more photos pages 3 & 16)

Exclusive Country Retreat on 40 acres

EAST GREENMOUNT | 99 Lipp Road

NutrienHarcourtsCliftonareproudtopresentthis40.27acrelifestyleproperty,itsjustperfectforagrowingfamily withapassionforhorses.Situatedjust30kilometressouthoftheheartofToowoombaCityenjoythepeacefullifestyle with convenience of location.

HOMESTEAD: consisting of four bedrooms and two bathrooms, split level Queenslander with loads of charm and character, featuring

• 4 spacious bedrooms with built-ins

3 bedrooms with direct access to verandah

• Main bedroom with ensuite with a SPA!

• Upstairs loft of very good size suitable for a 5th bedroom with ample storage, windows and airflow

Multiple living areas including a Formal dining/lounge and living room with direct access to verandah

Huge kitchen with island bench, electric oven and a dishwasher

• Massive walk in pantry

• Wood fireplace

L shaped deck that allows views of the stables, spelling yards, creek flats and the pool.

• In ground swimming pool with safety fence

• House yard fenced with chain mesh, the perfect fence for energetic dogs and children

Double carport

Contact Ian Brady to inspect today!

T 0417 077 293

Managers Residence/ Studio accommodation:

• Located just across the yard from the main homestead and separated by the pool is this lovely residence, ground floor kitchen + living area, bathroom with w/in shower and toilet.

• Upstairs loft living, a massive space for the biggest of beds, windows overlooking the majority of the property.

Horse Infrastructure includes:

• Breezeway stable complex with 5 stables ( 1 is a double stable suitable for a broodmare and foal) lock up vet room/ tack room, feed room and external wash bay, 3 stables have direct access to an outside day yard.

• Conveyor belt lined round yard

• Vet Crush for a single broodmare

• Small holding yards near crush

• Lane way system connecting spelling yards

• Spelling yards x 6, some with shade shelters

• Other larger paddocks including tree lined ridge country to land suitable for cultivation

Other attributes:

• Potable bore 2500 gal per hour

• 2 x 5,000 gallon rainwater tanks plus a smaller tank

• Good sized shed concreted and powered, suitable for a workshop or tool storage

My Trip to Bathurst

I really like watching the Bathurst 1000 every year and also the Bathurst 12 Hour too. So the week before Christmas

Dad and me went on a trip to Bathurst so I could see the track and go to the Australian Motorsport Museum. We went down in Dad’s little blue ute which was pretty bumpy but it got us there okay. On the way and also on the way back we stayed at Narrabri.

When we got to Bathurst the track was huge but the thing I noticed was how it was really narrow and very, very steep. I didn’t realise how steep it is from watching it on TV. And the track is actually a normal road when the races aren’t on so we went around the track and got to have a really good look at it. I even got this photo of me at The Dipper which is a really steep corner that’s famous. We also went to the Australian Motorsport Museum which was great because it had so many of the cars which had been famous at Bathurst.

Our Bathurst trip was really good and I had a great time with my dad. And this weekend I’m going to watch the Bathurst 12 Hour race. Dad said that he’s going to take Sunday off at home so we get to watch it together.

Jeremy Lister, age 11

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Crowds Pleased To Be Back at The Allora Heritage Weekend

A big attraction were these super-large Versatile Tractors owned by a Collector near Warwick.

Ken Peck from Warwick with his pride and joy - a ‘56 Morris Minor in immaculate condition.

At the Heritage Weekend, Lester Diggles demonstrates his Ronaldson Tippett "CA" Crude Oil Engine. It starts on Kero and runs on sump oil and diesel- there are only 2 in Australia still going. Lester, who now comes from Warwick, grew up on the family property at Glengallan Flats.

Final Report Due Soon On Repairs To Our Hall

Southern Downs Regional Council has been approached by The Allora Advertiser about two issues that are of concern to Allora residents.

First issue - what progress has been made for repairs to our Community Hall and when will it be available for use?

A Council spokesperson supplied this information about the Hall (which is almost word for word received by The Allora Advertiser in July 2022)

Allora Community Hall

“Unfortunately there is significant damage to the roof structure of the Allora Community Hall, which further extends to the flooring system and load bearing walls. Council is waiting for the final report from the consulting engineers which is expected in the coming weeks. The true cost of repairs will only be known once the remedial design is complete. Once advised of the recommended works, Council will seek quotes on remediation repairs and investigate possible sources of grants and funding. Council has a duty of care to the Allora community and will only reopen the hall once

it is safe to do.” a Council Spokesperson said.

The second issue put to the Southern Downs Regional Council is the future of the Senior Citizens Hall in Allora.

Allora Sports Museum/ Library Services

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“Currently there are no plans to relocate the Allora Sports Museum to the Senior Citizens Hall. Officers recently presented a number of options for the Senior Citizens Hall at a Councillor Information Session, however no reports have been presented to Council for a decision. At the information session, it was noted to Councillors that it would be a lengthy and costly process to change the trust conditions for the Senior Citizens Hall.

Our community papers

Council officers recently briefed Councillors on the delivery of library services for all towns and villages across the Southern Downs at an information session. The recommendation will now be tabled to Council, with a view to providing “a library service for all seasons: Creating an agile future for the Southern Downs” a Council Spokesperson said.

Happy 80th Birthday Daph

Daph’s daughter Julie spoke about her Mum and her achievements.

Born in Barcaldine in 1943 and raised in Blackall, Daph attended Boarding School in Rockhamption before doing her Nursing training in Charleville.

Daph was Matron of Allora Hospital, had nursing stints at Mungindi and Inglewood and retired in 2006 after 46 years of dedication to the nursing profession.

Over one hundred guests attended and enjoyed Daph Whatley’s birthday party at the Commercial Hotel on Saturday night.

It’s essential for grassroots group and associations to effectively plan projects so that they can continue to access funding and community support. This workshop will cover project planning basics as well as communication on a shoestring budget. Suitable for any not of profit group or community movment, the 4-hr workshop will be hands-on and interactive.

In the four-hour, interactive workshop we’ll cover: VENUE DETAILS

•Knowing the difference between outcomes and outputs Planning you project step-by-step

•Budgeting

•Managing risk

•Knowing who to involve How to measure success and report on it

•Communication planning and delivery

•Project planning in 10 easy steps

Harvest New Life Church Hall 129 Short Street Pittsworth

TUE 21 FEBRUARY 9.30am - 2.00pm MT & Lunch provided RSVP essential TO

Lots of laughter, yarns and catching up with dear friends she has made during her professional and social life.

In Allora, she has been involved with Meals on Wheels, Life Education, Emergency Light and of course Scope. Daph used her knowledge to benefit the Allora and District Co-Operative Hospital including Jubilee Gardens, Nursing Home facilities, The Homestead, Allora Sports Centre and Allora Medical Centre.

Congratulations Daph on your birthday and everything you’ve done for Allora.

Allora Garden Circle Notes

Wild Grounds Cafe, 674 WarwickKillarney Road, at 1pm. We can enjoy their pleasant surroundings and hard work and buy lunch or a snack.

Funded By: https://www.facebook.com/CondamineCatchment/

M: 0429642092

Welcome Gardeners, new and old, to another year of circling. The Allora and District Garden Circle will get together again on Tuesday, 7th February, which is a tough month to be working in our gardens. So we’ll meet at the

If you’d like to travel with a group please be at 1 Drayton Street, Allora, at 12.30pm. To the same address you may also drop off potted plants which will be handed over to the Show Society at the end of February.

For more information please phone Sandra (0409 542 692) or Jane (4666 3868).

L to R: Daughter Julie, Daphne Whatley, son-in-law Russell, grandson Thomas and grand daughter Hannah with her partner Joel.

Kids Will Be Kids

Browse around the Shop - open every Tuesday and Friday from 9am until 4pm in Warwick Street, Allora. Happy bargain hunting!

Doesn’t this bring back memories?

Nothing beats the thrill of heavy rain and big puddles - the temptation is just too great.

This was the scene last week in Herbert Street after the downpour Allora and surrounding area received last week.

RAINFALL CHARTS

At the Allora Advertiser office, we have Rainfall Charts available.

Now that we’ve had some rain you’ll need a Chart for your records.

They’re FREE so just pop into our office if you want one.

Distributed throughout Allora, Goomburra, Mt. Marshall, Forest Springs, Deuchar, Hendon, Upper Wheatvale, Talgai, Clifton, Tudor Valley and Warwick.

Phone:

3089 Email: editor@alloraadvertiser.com

- Copyright in all advertising and Editorial material, except where otherwise held, resides at all times with The Allora Advertiser, such copyright will not be released to any other party except by written permission. Production charges and reproduction fees will apply.

- Responsibility for all unsigned electoral material in this publication is accepted by E.A. Rogers, 60 Clark Street, Clifton.

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ARATULA

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• 2 Satellite liquor licences

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• Land Size is 1897 m²

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agent’s report

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ON LESLIE DAM SHORELINE

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• Fenced boundary to 3.2 Ha

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• Wildlife is plentiful and varied

• Great family getaway with lots on offer.

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WARWICK

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Currently rented for $900 p.w.

Rendered 3 bed in Amosfield Rd

• Fireplace in lounge living

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• Artist studio with fireplace in backyard

How To Plan And Communicate An Impactful Community Project

After a successful workshop held at Clifton last year, another one has been planned for Pittsworth later this month.

It doesn’t matter if you’re a grassroots community group or a land manager wanting to roll out a project how you put that project together is essential if you want to get funding, engage other people and ensure outcomes on the ground.

A four-hour workshop, coordinated by Condamine Catchment Management Association and funded by Australian Government will help grassroots groups and land managers understand project planning. The workshop will look at how to turn a great idea into a solid project plan including budgeting, monitoring and reporting, and

engaging volunteers. There will also be a session dedicated to communication: who your audiences are, how to reach them, and what to say.

“Project planning and management can be daunting to people, especially when they’re busy community volunteers,” presenter Samantha Morris from Wombat Creative said.

“So, I’m going to break down the jargon and simplify the process. This workshop will be interactive and hands-on, and people are absolutely encouraged to bring their real-life project ideas with them,” she said.

While one part of the workshop will see participants focus on what makes a great project plan, another will specifically focus on

how to communicate and look after volunteers the life blood of community groups.

“Project planning is one thing,” Samantha said, “but it’s entirely another to be able to communicate effectively about that project.”

“You need to be conscious of exactly who you want to communicate with, how to reach those people and the messages they need to hear.”

“And none of that can happen if you’re not clear about why you need to reach those people in the first place.”

Mary-Lou-Gittins is the secretary of Condamine Catchment Association, and she said the workshop was taking place as a result of community need.

“We know from more

than 3 decades of work in the catchment, that our grassroots groups sometimes struggle with the intricacies of project planning. They’ll have awesome ideas that they can’t quite articulate for funding bodies and strategic partners,” she said.

“Not only will this workshop offer practical strategies for taking those ideas and turning them into solid plans, but it’ll also help people better understand the ins and outs of strategic communication –especially when budgets are tight or non-existent.”

The workshop takes place on Tuesday 21st February in Pittsworth and attendance is free – Morning tea and Lunch will be provided.

EAST GREENMOUNT CLEARING SALE

SATURDAY 11TH FEBRUARY 2023 · 10AM START A/C VINCE & NOEL O’ROURKE · PROPERTY SOLD

INSPECT

FRIDAY 10TH FEBRUARY

10AM -2PM

TRACTORS, CRAWLERS, TRUCKS: Caterpillar D4C S/N 55A88 w/- blade, canopy, Hyd. Rippers, G/O; Caterpillar D5 SA S/N 98J1957 w/- remotes, cab; MF 5285 tractor, FWA w/- McCormack Ind F/end loader, bucket, H/spears, 6096 Hrs, Rops; MF 2640 tractor, FWA, aircab, 3PL, remotes & PTO;Ford 5000 tractor, 1975 model, 3PL, remotes, PTO, F/weights; Ford 35 Industrial tractor, w/- front end loader, w/- bucket & P/forks & H/forks; Dodge 700 truck 1974, 361 petrol, w/body hoist, 12’ body G/sides & grain bin,(not Reg); Bedford ’66 NTL-1R2 petrol 18’ Flat top, (not Reg); 18’ Stock crate to suit w/- divide & metal floor frame; 18’ A bottom bin; Mazda Bravo ’02 model, 4WD ute, diesel, Aluminium tray, 97000km (not reg)

HAY & GRAIN EQUIPMENT: Model 469 N.Holland 9’ mower conditioner; N Holland model 847 round baler (Twine); Ford Rolla bar hay rake; N. Holland model 275 square baler G/o; N. Holland model 33 forage chopper 5’cut; N.Holland model A2AJ Forage carrier; N.Holland bale elevator, mobile, w/- Elect; Hay bale loader, (small bales); Allis Chalmers Gleaner C11 header, 15’ front, Perkins diesel w/- comb trailer; 8 tonne mobile field Silo, w/- roof; 15’ Sorghum fingers & Crop lifters; 4” x 8’ Vennings Pencil auger w/- Elect

FARM MACHINERY: Inter 2-11 scarifier 16’ w/- 25 tine, finger harrows, Hyd; Shearer 10’ Chisel plough, 11 tine, w/- Hyd; 3PL 9’ Shearer chisel plough 7 tine; Connor Shea 26 run combine, S&F w/- Hyd & harrows; Page 5’ H/Duty slasher; 12 x Janke press wheels; 3PL model 205 N Holland Fert spreader; MF 14 disc Oneway plough Model 63-5 w/- Hyd; Shearer 12 disc Sundercut; 3PL 4 furrow Moulboard plough; 14’ 6” Rubber tyred rollers; 3PL Britstand rear blade; 8 leaf Fireharrows; 3PL single tine ripper; 3PL carryall; 3PL rear scoop; Napier 3PL posthole digger 2 augers; 2 x 3PL hayspears; 3PL Jib; C-Dax 3PL boomspray w/- 600Lt tank, 6 m boom w/- handgun; C-Seeder 5’.

IRRIGATION, SUNDRY EQUIPMENT & WORKSHOP: Grundfos pump 4”/2” driven by Deutz diesel 25Hp motor w/- W/Dog, diesel tank & frame; Pump pontoon w/- 6” welded poly; 32 lengths x 100 mm Class 6 PVC u/ground main(shedded); 70 x 3” x 30’ Irrigation pipes, sprays w/- stands; 20 x 3” Irrig. Pipe (no sprays); 20 x 4” mainline Irrigation pipe; sundry fittings; 20 x Concrete feed out troughs 8’ x 3’; 5 x round bale feeders; 2 x hayracks; drawn haywagon (needs new floor); steel & mesh ute crate 7’ 9” x 6’; 200Lt Rapid spraytank w/- 12 volt, 100Lt Hardi spray unit, Davey firefighter, gas Branding furness (new), Dehorners, 2 x Stock saddles, 8KVA generator w/- 16Hp B&S, 12V & 240V Elect fence units, Elect fence posts, reels & tape, Yamaha 100 Ag bike, Cement mixer w/- Elect; Waratah wire winder, Stihl 032 chainsaw, 2 x 1 tonne offset bins, 225 Lincoln 3PH welder, 230 Gal o/head fuel tank, 230 gal ground tank, mobile pig race, small ute crate, 4 bay calf feeder, Snig cable, chains, Licker drums, 44 gal drums, Oxy set, battery charger, Wallaby jacks, cane knife, milk cans, Pulley blocks, Saw blades, Copper, Old push bikes, garden irrigators, 3⁄4” drive sockets, tool boxes, bench grinder, drum pump, points, old ladders & more.

OUTSIDE VENDORS: 1980 K124 CR Kenworth Prime mover; 2000 Hyundai Accent Hatch; Roller Mill - PTO & tractor linkage; 2002 Isuzu NPR 250 work truck, tool boxes, steel crate, 750kg tailgate lifter, Air compressor; John Deere 17 tyne 3PL Scarifier; Lite Haul 2010 souble horsefloat, Gal; Alfa Laval Seperator; antique corn cracker.

Des 0427 353 324 (owner rep) Paul O’Sullivan 0400 910 088 Matt Cleary 0428 987 340

DIRECTIONS: Signs will direct off New England highway at Emu Creek School (East Greenmount) & follow signs to O’Rourke Road, Budgee. PHOTO ID, REFRESHMENTS, EFTPOS.

www.raywhitepittsworth.com.au

Allora’s pride and joy is the huge undercover arena, built at the Showgrounds during 2021.

Principal Contractor Barry Glass of Allora Engineering and Welding was responsible for the construction of the building.

Moving onto 2023 Barry Glass and his team are now building a very similar arena at East Greenmount. The impressive construction can be seen from the New England Highway at Lauralla Lodge.

This

will serve a different purpose to Allora’s Undercover Arena.

Owners of Lauralla Lodge, Joe and Miranda Hughes recently purchased the property with the aim to transform wild brumbies into a life working with people. He has found that horses have the ability to heal people suffering the effects of trauma. Saving Brumbies is only part of the Joe Hughes story as he works with those who suffer from PTSD and other forms of trauma

such as schizophrenia and sexual and childhood abuse. Joe has developed a non-aggressive method of training horses and incorporates his clients into

this training program with great success.

The facility, which is nearing completion, will also be available for use by the local horse community.

arena

The new arena under construction at Lauralla Lodge.

Joe Hughes with his wild brumbies

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FEEDLOT HAND - CATTLE

Position available on family-operated feedlot near Allora, QLD.

Duties include mixing rations, yard work and general farm hand duties. Experience with machinery essential. Hours can be negotiated to suit contractors, part-time or fulltime job seekers.

Send resume to luke.nolan@live.com

NOTICE OF MEETING

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

of the RSL Allora Sub Branch to be held on Saturday 11th February at 3pm at Allora RSL Memorial Hall

All members and interested parties are invited to attend. Any member wishing to stand for Committee Position can obtain a nomination form from Ray Saunders on 0477 967 823. Forms must be lodged no later than 1 week prior to the AGM.

Uniting Church Allora

SERVICE THIS SUNDAY AT 9.00AM.

Enquiries phone 4666 3225. All welcome.

Allora/Clifton Anglican Church

ALLORA - 10am Sunday & 10am Wednesday CLIFTON - 8am Sunday.

5th Sunday, 9am Combined Service

Enquiries to Rev. Matt Skelton, phone 0447 728 227.

Scots Presbyterian Church - Allora

12 Jubb Street, Allora

Worship service each Sunday at 9.30am including online service

Bible Study (BACAD) 7pm Wednesdays online

MEN’S BREAKFAST held on the last Saturday of the month

Enquiries to Pastor Elton Wiltshire 4666 3743

A Warm Welcome to ALL.

The Catholic Community of ST. PATRICK’S, ALLORA

1st SUNDAY at 9.00am, 2nd & 3rd SUNDAYS at 5.30pm, EVERY TUESDAY, 9.30am.

LAYLED LITURGY, with Communion - 4th & 5th SUNDAYS at 9.00am.

For information on Baptism, Weddings, Funerals and other church enquiries, phone 4666 3377.

St Patrick’s Parish School (Prep - Yr. 6), enquiries 4666 3551.

FOR SALE - ADJUSTABLE QUEEN SIZE BED with massage feature, good mattress and topper. $1000 or a good offer. At Allora - Pick up only. Very heavy. From smoke free home. Phone 4666 3281

3 BEDROOM/2 BATHROOM FOR RENT in Allora. $400/week. Freshly renovated with new bathrooms and kitchen. Spacious living areas. Lawn maintenance & water included. Call Anna on 0402 285 514 for more information.

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THANK YOU

Dr Leith Geisel would like to thank the Allora Community for their support over the last 12 years. She would like to extend a special thank you to the Allora Medical support Group for their help with setting up and supporting the practice.

Dr Geisel is now working at the Killarney Medical Practice with Dr Eliza MalaxEtxebarria and has been joined by Dr Sabah Sarosh and Dr Mahima Indulkar.

Dr John Kiss has started a clinic for skin check and excisions only; the fee for the skin check will be $110.00 (refund $76.95), excisions will be bulk billed.

Killarney Medical Practice continues to bulk-bill, (except for the skin check)

Please call 4526 8851 to book an appointment. The surgery is open Monday – Friday.

Allora Days for Girls continue their good work

Our fundraising initiative Allora DfG “Container for Cash’ account has had several donations so far. People and businesses may like to use the code ‘C10749279’ when depositing their eligible containers and the refund will be directly deposited into the Allora DfG account. Please contact Kaylene via the Allora DfG email for containers to be collected or they can be dropped off at any monthly gathering which are held on the last Friday of the month.

As always, the group is requesting donations of ladies new knickers, hotel style soaps, new face washers, new 100% cotton (non-stretch) material or monetary

donations. Items can be dropped into Allora True Value Hardware store, Cassaz Colourful Curls Allora or Bryson’s Florist Warwick marked as Days for Girls. If dropping items please text, phone or email contacts below so that we

can collect. Monetary donations over $2 are tax deductible and can be transferred to: Allora Days for Girls, BSB 064032 Acc: 10127292. Items can also be dropped off at gathering times. Thank you for your support.

Allora and district Days for Girls Executive team – Heather Goonan Mobile-0434907904, Lenore Wissemann Mobile 0428973432, Shirley Cornhill and Kaylene Williams or email: alloraqld@daysforgirls.org.

Allora Golf Notes

Winner of Friday’s Allora Hardware Duck Run with a great score of 22 points was Rob Hoey from Tommy Morris on 20 points. Pin shot was a clean skin, Timmy X won the approach and Errol the long putt. Thanks Allora Hardware.

On Sunday we played the very popular Allora Butchery Two

Person Ambrose with a field of 26 players enjoying almost perfect conditions for golf. Great to see Nat, Martin, Peter, Will, Rueben, Jamie and Orry playing on the day. Winners were Shannon and Jamie with a net 59.25, from Rob and Jamie on 60.5 and Kev and Tommy B in third place on 63.75.

The course is in fantastic condition since the rain, thanks to Kenny, Hethe and Crawf who are doing a magnificent job.

Next Sunday will be the Railway Hotel Monthly Mug.

A reminder to pay your membership by the end of the month. See you on the links.

Thanks to all the hard working Committee and Volunteers who made the Allora Heritage Weekend such a great success.

The weekend brings many visitors to our town, meaning a real boost to local businesses.

Visitors to the Showgrounds were kept busy checking out the

vintage and veteran cars and trucks, historical machinery, grand parades, stationary engines, retro caravans and the popular Swap Meet.

Graeme McMillan, President of the Allora & District Heritage Weekend was happy with the huge crowd and the large number of exhibitors who

From This… To This

turned up for the two day festival. Not bad for a something that started in 1996 when Graeme and a few blokes put their tractors at the Showground as there was nowhere else to park them. The tractors drew a crowd and 27 years on it’s grown into a popular Festival that’s become known Australia wide.