Allora Advertiser - 15th February 2023

NIOA Santa Gertrudis Stud at Talgai took home the big prize with Supreme Stud Beef Exhibit of the Allora Show. Leading the bull was Sam Falls from Warwick. Blue Ribbons were also awarded to NIOA for Supreme Bull and Supreme Female.

Letter to the Editor…

Dear Editor,

The Show last weekend was a great success in so many ways. The amount of voluntary help at the Showgrounds on Friday and Saturday mornings was impressive to say the least. For the large number of people and livestock to turn up in those two days meant a great deal of planning must have taken place. The favourable weather conditions which were experienced for the entire Show contributed to a very successful and enjoyable outcome. And this impressive event took place so soon after the success of the Heritage Weekend - it’s a great, positive vibe for Allora. Congratulations to the whole community, especially to the events organisers, sponsors and volunteers.

John Cowley

Well Behaved Crowds at The Show

The Allora Police report that there were no police issues at the Allora Show.

Police Officer Ben Ogden said the crowds were exceptionally well behaved and the organisation did a great job.

My birthday

On Saturday it was my 12th birthday and on the Sunday I had a small birthday party at my house with my best friends Lucas and Reece from school. My mum and dad don’t seem to worry much about their own birthdays but for my brother William and me they are really important. But my little sister Amelia who is only 14 months old doesn’t know about birthdays yet so she is probably the same as mum and dad. For my birthday I got some of my favourite things which are Airfix and Tamiya scale model kits of World War Two aircraft and tanks for me to build. I also got this tiny air brush to use to paint the model planes really well which is the hardest part of model building.

For

My dad had to work on Saturday and Sunday so we had my birthday party on Sunday afternoon when he could be home. Mum baked a special birthday cake which had a spitfire fighter plane made from icing on it and I blew out the twelve candles with one blow only. My friends Lucas and Reece and my brother William and I all had a swim and then ate pizzas and watched Harry Potter and played Twister and had a Nerf Gun war. Little Amelia was really happy joining in and she probably thought that the party was for her. We were trying to watch Harry Potter movies and she came over and got in the way and put pizza sauce all over us. Now that Amelia can walk she always gets up to a lot of strife. I had a very good time with my birthday. It is great to now be 12.

Jeremy Lister, age 12

First Angiogram Procedure At Toowoomba Hospital

Allora man Ken was all smiles after being the first patient to receive a diagnostic angiogram at the Toowoomba Hospital earlier this month.

This new service at Toowoomba Hospital is increasing local capability and bringing care closer to home for patients with Staff thrilled to now be able to offer the procedure.

A coronary angiogram uses x-ray imaging and contrast dye to diagnose heart artery blockages.

“It went very smoothly, and everyone worked well as a team,” said Clinical Nurse Consultant Kirsten Douglas-Robinson.

“Now that we offer this service, patients may not need to travel to Brisbane for their procedure so they can stay in Toowoomba and have it done here.”

And that makes a big difference to patients like Ken, the first recipient of the coronary angiogram.

“It was exciting being the first cab off the rank. Very pleased.”

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“It’s good to see the hospital here has this facility to do this procedure, it’s amazing,” said Ken.

Director of Cardiology Dr Robert Gluer said he’s extremely proud of the team and their collaboration with the Medical Imaging department.

“It’s been a massive team effort, the number of people

involved and the time and energy that’s gone into this can’t be underestimated. We were very lucky to have the Medical Imaging department upgrading their equipment, and funding from Toowoomba Hospital Foundation for a balloon pump.”

“It means that patients will be able to have a diagnostic

coronary angiogram here, and only people who need further procedures then need to travel to Brisbane.”

The introduction of the diagnostic service is the beginning of a bigger plan to grow local cardiac services at Toowoomba Hospital, including offering stents to heart attack patients in the future.

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The first angiogram patient at Toowoomba Hospital, Ken with some of the treating team Alanea Espiritu, Dr Robert Gluer, Kirsten Douglas-Robinson and Joe Senagan

Around the Allora Showground

Kunkala Goat Stud from Missen Flat took out 1st, 2nd and 3rd Prize

Ben Hunter from Scots PGC took home 1st Prize for this Texel Ram Lamb. Over 600 entries in the Dog Show.

The Kookie Tickle Memorial awarded to Border Collie Indi, owned by Isabelle of Allora.

ALLORA Connecting with Council

You are invited to connect and engage with Southern Downs Mayor Vic Pennisi and Councillors as they travel to venues across the region to meet with our community.

Come along and share your challenges, triumphs and innovative ideas to help make Southern Downs a great place to live, work, play and stay.

Please RSVP by Tuesday 28 Feb 2023 on 07 4661 0359.

A great place to live, w k, play and stay.

A great place to live, w k, play and stay.

WEDNESDAY 1 MAR 2023

From 10:30 am

Allora RSL 22 Warwick Street, Allora

1st prize in assisted class for 5-7yr old riders was won by Bonnie Quirey of Withcott.

Champion Pet of the Show was Sprocket the goat, owned by Ella from Spring Creek.

ABOVE & BELOW: Tamara Smith from Allora with her beloved Canning Downs gelding Hamish taking us back in time.

Show Jumping.

Roger Celebrates His 80th With Family & Friends

On Saturday 28th January Roger Nielsen celebrated his 80th birthday with many happy partygoers.

His sister Rachael from New Zealand and sons Keith and Mel flew across the ditch for the celebrations.

The relatives jumped in to help out on the night with Aaron and Rachael handling the cooking spit, Dale providing the birthday cake and Jason & Jana putting on a spectacular night/light show.

Born Henry Roger Nielsen on 29th January 1943 at Opanari, Taranaki, New Zealand.

Only son of Henry Kitchener and Mary Nielsen and brother to Anne, Faye, Marie, Kaye and Racheal.

In New Zealand he was a pretty good footballer and in his teens represented New Zealand in Rugby Union.

When Rog left the Farm he joined the New Zealand Police Force but this was not for him.

Building was in his blood as his Grandfather Henry Rasmas Nielsen is recognised for building the first sawn timber hut/house on the North Island.

When Roger moved to Australia he had no problem finding work in the Building Industry.

He built-up a great reputation and worked for well known Building Companies including Jenning Constructions, Prowse, McNab, Fletcher Constructions and had his own company Melbourne Constructions.

Some of Roger’s building feats, in which he was in charge included Redbank Plaza, Treasury Casino in Brisbane, Black Toyota Warwick and the Warwick West State School’s Library and community area.

In Toowoomba Roger and his crew built Super Rooster, Bernoth Centre, the Catholic Archives building and Concannon College then in Allora Roger built two aged units.

In his spare time (if he had any!) Roger was a keen Golfer and became the left hand golfing champion for Queensland playing alongside the likes of Greg Norman. He has enjoyed playing at many courses around the area including Clifton and Allora.

In 1987 Roger met the love of his life, wife Sharon so when he retired Rog enjoyed helping Sharon with the mail run where he has made many friends. Along with their son Jason-Roger, they have loved their time spent in Allora.

HEIFER SHOW

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Cutting the cake with Roger was Matt Heslin and Paige Barnsby who also share a birthday.

Roger with families and friends.

St Patrick’s: The heart of student leadership

Student leadership is central to the core values at St Patrick’s School, Allora. The students of Glengallan (Years 5 and 6) have assumed this leadership role with ease and diligence. In particular, the bond that is beginning to form with their new prep buddies is extremely strong and gentle caring.

The Year 6 leaders were formally inducted into their roles as student leaders during the school’s Induction Mass which was held on Tuesday 7 February. This celebration was a special one, as the Year 6 students asked God to bless and guide them, as they journey through 2023.

Together as a community, we look forward to the many challenges and rewards that 2023 have in store for us all. As student leaders, may our Year 6 cohort always display a positive attitude in what they do, treat all with dignity and may they persevere in their actions to do what is right and just. Let us all have

courage to face the many challenges presented to us.

As a leadership group, the Year 6 student were asked to reflect on the opportunities to lead that will be presented to them in 2023. Some common themes emerged:

“That I take care of all the children in the school.”

“My goal is to guide the Prep students with spirit.”

“To inspire the younger children to do the right thing.”

“My goal is to show dignity to all.”

- Keith Blaikie,

Principal

St Patrick’s Year 6 Leadership Team.

Mullins Family Scoops The Pool

In the Allora Show Pavilion most of the winning displays of Sheaf Wheat, Seeds and Hay featured the Mullins Family from Goomburra. They also took out Grand Champion with their Sheaf Wheat Exhibit.

Update On Allora Groundwater Supplies

Southern Downs Regional is proactively addressing water security through a multi-pronged approach in readiness for the next drought.

The last drought triggered the Queensland Government’s $19.34 million Southern Downs Drought Resilience Package which included a range of projects aimed at providing water security for Southern Downs including upgrades to the Warwick Water Treatment Plant. As part of the package, works will soon commence on upgrading infrastructure to connect to groundwater supplies in Warwick and Allora which will ease water supply pressure from industries and free up more supply for urban use.

Preparatory works for the proposed Toowoomba to Warwick pipeline, including detailed design, costings, surveying and geotechnical works, are now reaching the final stages. When complete, the project will provide further water security to the region.

Sunwater is collaborating with Council on a solution to access the rest of the dead storage at the dam.

Council has also conducted investigations into further local groundwater supplies near Warwick, Allora and Stanthorpe.

Notwithstanding the many other facets of long-term water security being pursued, Council considers the construction of Emu Swamp Dam to be a critical component of the overall water security solution for Stanthorpe, the Granite Belt and the broader Southern Downs region.

LEFT: The Mullins Family winning Sheaf entries.

L-R Oats, Wheat, Grand Champion Wheat, bundles of Lucerne.

Sunny Lawn Brafords from Spring Creek Road Clifton taking it easy before a big win for “Fernando 1483” at the 2023 Allora Show. Among the class winners in the Allora Show cattle section was ‘Ownaview Lady’ from Ownaview Herefords at Upper Freestone. Leading the young Hereford was Riley Bacon from Warwick. It’s been a big day

2023 Allora Show Supreme Female from NIOA Santa Gertrudis Stud. Bailey Gardener, Judge Michael O’Sullivan and Neil Phelan.

Christmas Break Up And Presentation Of Trophies

Year – Helen Manteit

Pistol Shooter of the Year – Vince Alberry

Shotgun Shooter of the Year – Darren Lucas

Junior Shooter of the Year – Amelia Steffen

The Clifton Benchrest Shooting Club’s annual Christmas break-up was held in December with over 40 people attending to enjoy good food, good company and the ever-popular multidraw raffle.

The winners of the 2022 trophies presented on the day were:

Men’s Open Rimfire –1st Gary Manteit; 2nd Luke Steffen; 3rd Jason Edwards.

Ladies Open Rimfire – 1st Helen Manteit; 2nd Ashleigh Brown; 3rd Margaret Sullivan.

Junior Rimfire – 1st Amelia Steffen; 2nd Mia Edwards; 3rd Cooper Steffen.

Centrefire – 1st Gary Manteit; 2nd Helen Manteit; 3rd Luke Steffen.

Centrefire Smallest Group – Helen Manteit (.139).

Senior Shotgun – 1st Darren Lucas; 2nd Mat Heslin; 3rd John Meddleton

Junior Shotgun – 1st Cooper Sense

Pistol – 1st Vince Alberry; 2nd Tony Puhakka; 3rd Daymon Mason

Men’s Shooter of the Year – Gary Manteit

Ladies Shooter of the

Congratulations to all the winners. Other members have indicated that they will take the competition seriously in 2023 and give these people a run for their money. Bring it on!

Weapons Licensing have granted an extension of the Club’s Range Approval for another five years to 2027 so that gives the Club certainty of tenure along with the 10year lease extension to 2032 granted by Toowoomba Regional Council.

We are to receive a free shade marquee from Cancer Council Qld as a result of a grant application the Club made last year. This extra shade will be of benefit, especially for young

people, on days such as the Inter-School shoot.

Our shooting year started on Sunday 5 February with rifle practice and we look forward to the continued company of shotgun, pistol and rifle shooters to make 2023 a memorable year. For more information, membership details and a calendar of events, you can access our website on www. cliftonbenchrest.org.au

Our first rifle competition

on February 19 will incorporate the Laurie Bowe Prize Shoot, held in conjunction with the normal monthly shoot. A barbecue lunch will be provided and there will be trophies up for grabs. We would love you to come along and join us in honouring this long-standing stalwart of the Club and his beautiful wife, Daph.

Margaret Sullivan Secretary

1926 - Junior Rimfire: L to R 3rd Cooper Steffen, 2nd Mia Edwards, 1st Amelia Steffen.

1924 - Senior Shotgun and Shotgun Shooter of the Year: 1st Darren Lucas, presented by Helen Manteit.

1934 - Junior Shooter of the year: Amelia Steffen.

Matthew Wins Again

Allora Golf Notes

Allora’s Matthew Denny took out first place in the Open Men’s Discus Final at the Adelaide Invitational held at South Australia’s Athletics Stadium on Saturday.

Matthew was unchallenged with his first-round throw of 64.39 metres which was more than 10 metres to second placegetter Lachlan

Page with 53.67 metres and World Under 20 finalist Darcy Miller third with 53.62 metres.

The Invitational proved a good practice run for Matthew in the leadup to the World Athletic Championship being held in Budapest later this year.

Allora Bowls Notes

Fire Ants, he played some great winning shots in the last two ends for a win over Doesn’t Matter, Lynn P and Russell were very proud of you.

ROUND 2 - Finally, after two weeks of wet Tuesday nights we were able to play Round 2 in week 4. Greg Patto was adamant that we were playing week 3 but no sooner had we started when a storm came, Lynn Patto didn’t even turn up so sure was he that there would be no play. I think you need to check the BOM site more often Greg.

Results for this week were: RINK 1: Gina’s Babies 12 d. Pig Lures 9; RINK 2: Do It Again 17 d. The Gecko’s 8; RINK 3: Peaky Blinders 24 d. Beers, Bowls & Bitches 14; RINK 4: Railway Hotel 15 d. What A show 11; RINK 5: Fire Ants 14 d. Doesn’t Matter 9; RINK 6: Generation Gap 21 d. Stone Cutters 9; RINK 7: The Three Stooges 16 d. Phoenix Rising 13. Well done to skip Cody in team

John C, Chris B, Kate, Nat, Josh D and Ashleigh are enjoying chocolates won for touchers, sponsored by Right 1st Time Cleaning, Thank you Leanne.

Raffle winners with week were Russell x 2, Michelle, Josh T, Bec and Nicko, Thank you to our sponsors Railway Hotel, Allora Butchery and Allora Sports Club.

Nicko again had a cut for the $40 Jackpot but alas again he was not a winner. $60 to be won next week. Thank you to Paul Parker Painting your sponsorship.

After a rattle of the tin Fire Ants were the winners on the night with Pig Lures the losers.

Although we need more rain may it fall on any other night than a Tuesday.

Thank you to everyone who helps each week making it a great night of Social Bowls.

On Sunday, in what was one of the most enthralling matchplay finals ever played at the Allora Club, Jason Nightingale defeated Kenny Wilson on the 18th hole. These two golfers are among the most competitive in the club which was obvious to their playing partners during the round. Jason has been close to a major win over the past few years and this victory is testament to his tenacity. He is also one of the nicest blokes you will ever meet. For Kenny to make the final was a fantastic achievement considering he defeated a number of the club’s best golfers along the way, including six time club champion Kev Harrison. Congratulations to both Jason and Kenny. (Jason is pictured following his victory with Captain Hethe and President Brooke).

Friday’s Allora Hardware Duck Run was won by Macca on 22 points with Moose runner-up on 20. NTP won by Macca, approach by Kev and long putt by Dave Dwan. Great to see our local newsagent Dave out having a serious hit of golf. The only problem we had was getting him to go home after the round. Thanks Allora Hardware for the sponsorship.

Sunday we played for a club trophy with Kev the winner with an impressive 41 points from Macca on 36 in a countback from Moose. Next week will be the Ty Gardner Monthly Medal. Club Championships will be played over the weekends of 4th/5th and 11th/12th March.

We are concerned that a number of players are mistreating the golf carts and they are being returned in a damaged state. Of particular concern is people standing on the back of the cart. All members are requested to keep an eye out for this type of behaviour and call it out.

The course is in fantastic condition and everyone is encouraged to go out and enjoy it. See you on the links.

Jason Nightingale, Captain Hethe and President Brooke.

Matthew Denny.

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

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5. Blend, as butter with sugar.

6. Citrus peel as a flavour enhancer.

7. Heat (sugar) until it turns brown.

8. Hand-held mixer.

9. Work dough with the fingers.

10. To mix two things together using a gentle lifting and turning motion. (4,2)

11. Target temperature stage of syrup for candy making (4,5).

12. Thick, slushy mixture.

1. Rub a pan with shortening.

2. Glue made from bones.

3. Ingredient used to cause cakes to rise in the oven (6,6).

4. Thirteen, to some bakers.

CONNECT THE DOTS

Then colour in your completed drawing!

Funny Newspaper Headlines

Stolen Painting

Found By Tree

CROSSWORD

“Where does your football team play, Grandpa?”

SUDOKU

“What football team - what are you talking about?”

“Oh, Dad says that when you kick o we can get a new house!”

MUSTER DAY

& TRAINING

Thurs 16 February | 4:15pm | Allora State School

CALLING ALL JUNIOR RUGBY LEAGUE PLAYERS

5 TO 17 YEARS -

Are you ready for Season 2023?

Register online by heading to playrugbyleague.com/register to sign up. Help available on the day.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PH 0414 245 860

ALLORA & DISTRICT RURAL FIRE BRIGADES

advises all fires greater than 2m2 require a Permit to Burn

Wardens issuing permits are:

Goomburra - Forest Springs Fire Warden District, East of New England Highway - Phone Fred McCann 4666 3263, Mobile 0427 663 263

Talgai - Victoria Hill Fire Warden District, West of New England Highway - Phone Mark Frizzell 4666 3792

If Fire Wardens are unavailable please ring Deputy Warden Don Burge on Mobile 0428 964 154

Massey - Hendon Rural Fire Brigade District Phone Paul Bradfield on Mobile 0428 674 783

Have your Bush Fire plan in place.

Fire permits for the Allora urban area need to be obtained through the Captain of Allora Auxiliary Fire Brigade, Ross Williams on 0427 890 089

Uniting Church Allora

SERVICE THIS SUNDAY AT 9.00AM.

Enquiries phone 4666 3225. All welcome.

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.

CLIFTON COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES

Anglican Church

CLIFTON COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES

PART-TIME AND CASUAL ASSISTANT IN NURSING

Are you a kind, compassionate, positive person and a natural caregiver who wants to make a real difference to people’s lives? Looking for a rewarding and respected career in the aged care sector including residential and home care?

Clifton Community Health Services’ is a unique not-for-profit health care model that provides independent living options through to high care nursing home services and operates a medical practice, private hospital, and home care service.

We are looking for new team members to join our facility on either a part-time or casual basis. Ideally you would have experience in a similar role however this is not essential.

Acting with kindness, fairness, and compassion as trusted members of our close-knit team, you will provide high quality care and maintain quality of life and dignity for our much-loved residents.

It is mandatory for all employees of Clifton Community Health Services to have an up-to-date COVID 19 and influenza vaccinations, and the completion of a national police check is required prior to commencing employment.

To apply please email your resume to hr@cliftonhospital.org

Applications close Friday 24 February 2023

HEALTH SERVICES

CLIFTON COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES

HOSPITALITY AND HOUSEKEEPING

Clifton Community Health Services’ is a unique non-for-profit health care model that provides independent living options through to high care nursing home services and operates a medical practice, private hospital, and home care service.

If you have a passion for making a positive contribution to the lives of others, then consider a career with us as we are currently looking for new team members in Environmental Services.

Permanent Part-time and Casual roles available.

The Environmental Services team operates from 6.00am to 8.00pm, with a range of 3 to 8 hour shifts available across weekdays and weekends.

In this role you will be an important part of our resident’s daily life, providing them with nutritious and delicious meals, ensuring that their home environment is clean and tidy and building relationships that will enhance their quality of life.

You will be a good at building relationships, learning new things, pitching in, and helping wherever needed and making a positive contribution to the team. Experience in safe food handling and general cleaning is desirable but not essential as is experience in an aged care environment.

You will be required to present a current national police check and evidence of up-to-date COVID vaccination status prior to commencing in your new role. To apply please email your resume to hr@cliftonhospital.org

Applications close Friday 17 February 2023

Wattles Junior Rugby League

THANK YOU FROM SHIRLEY CORNHILL President of Allora Show Society

After a wonderful, well-supported Show I would like to sincerely thank everyone who made this Show such a success. Without all our sponsors, volunteers, exhibitors, stewards, judges and helpers this would not have been possible. We had great weather, hot but not wet and people came from near and far to enjoy two days of fun filled action. Over 600 horse events in 6 rings going all day and over 600 dog entries which has to be some sort of record. Once again thanks to everyone who helped and visited our 145th Allora Show.

Three Time State Champion - Bailey Harm

It was a gold rush three-peat for Allora swimmer Bailey Harm at the Queensland Sprint Championships on Saturday 11th February.

Bailey won gold in the 14 years 50m Freestyle in a time of 24.40. He backed it up with gold in the 50m Backstroke in a time of 28.54. Bailey went on to also win gold in the 50 Breaststroke in a time of 31.65. This is the fourth year in a row that Bailey has won the title of Queensland State Champion in the Breaststroke sprint final.

In a busy part of the season, Bailey recently broke 8 records at the Darling Downs Regional Swimming Association Country Championships in Dalby, another 5 records at the Scots PGC Interhouse carnival and a further 6 at the Border Districts School meet in Stanthorpe.

Bailey has been enjoying his opportunities with

Queensland Swimming as a result of his selection in the You for 2032 Talent Identification squad, most recently participating in underwater filming and analysis of his swimming at the Queensland Academy of Sport. Bailey was announced as the Warwick and District Junior Sportsperson of the Year prior to attending the State Sprints.

Bailey will now focus on the upcoming schools pathway before culminating his season heading to the Swimming Australia National Age Championships in April on the Gold Coast.

LEFT & ABOVE: Bailey Harm.