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On Monday morning four youths aged 13 and 14 flipped and crashed a stolen car into an embankment on the Warrego Highway near Oakey.
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Acting Detective Superintendent Garry Watts addressing media on Monday afternoon. At about 8.35am, police, ambulance and fire crews attended to a single vehicle rollover near Henningsen Road, on the Highway. All four boys were injured in the crash. Two of them were airlifted by LifeFlight helicopters to
the Queensland Children’s Hospital in Brisbane with critical head injuries. While the other two teens were transported to Toowoomba Base Hospital; one in an ambulance and the other handcuffed in the back of a police car.
Acting Detective Superintendent Garry Watts addressed media on Monday afternoon at the Southern Region Police Headquarters in Toowoomba. “Police have engaged with the two youths in
Toowoomba Base hospital and their parents,” he said. “The vehicle is a silver Holden Commodore, which was stolen from a Kingsthorpe address late on Sunday [19th June] evening. - Continued on page 3
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P-plater drives on suspended licence
In the Oakey Magistrate’s Court, Sterling Hamilton pleaded guilty to driving on a suspended licence in May this year at Gowrie Mountain, Warrego Highway. Police were conducting patrols around the area when they pulled over a white Toyota utility. Police Prosecutor Chris Hutchins said Mr Hamilton lost his P1 licence in March 2022 due to acquiring maximum demerit points.
“He has to get six months, no doubt about it,” Mr Hutchins said. The lawyer representing Mr Hamilton asked the magistrate for the conviction to not be recorded. “He’s working as a
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Police were doing patrols when they discovered Mr Peacock’s licence has been suspended since February this year. Police Prosecutor Chris Hutchins said that despite Mr Peacock having an extensive criminal history involving domestic violence, his last traffic offence was in 2006. Mr Hutchins said a
fine would be appropriate considering the large gap in traffic offences. Magistrate Kelly O’Callaghan gave the defendant a mandatory one month disqualified licence and a $300 fine.
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Aged care nurse caught drug driving
Demmi-Lee Hurle pleaded guilty to driving under the influence of methamphetamine in April this year. The Highway Patrol intercepted Ms Hurle at Gowrie Junction, where she tested positive during a roadside breath test. Ms Hurle, who works as an aged care nurse and takes care of her grandmother, said she struggled with drugs three years ago and is now clean. “I’m clean now, but relapsed a few days before [getting pulled over by
police],” she said. Police Prosecutor Chris Hutchins said Ms Hurle has a history of using methamphetamine. Magistrate Kelly O’Callaghan gave Ms Hurle the minimum one month disqualified licence, due to a lack of public transport to get to work in her home of Kilcoy. She was also fined $350, with no record of conviction.
Man steals boss’ car
In Oakey Court, Peter Dukes pleaded guilty to stealing a motor vehicle in April this year. Police were patrolling the Boodua area for a reportedly stolen Holden Captiva. Police noticed a car that matched the description at Mr Duke’s address. When police asked about the car, Mr Dukes said it was his guest’s car. The car was unregistered and had two number plates on it. Police seized the car and returned it to its rightful owner, who happened to be Mr Dukes’ boss.
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The lawyer representing Mr Dukes said his boss doesn’t want to punish him too much because he’s a good worker. Police Prosecutor said Mr Dukes has a three page history, mainly in relation to drug use. Magistrate Kelly O’Callaghan gave him a $200 fine and a recorded conviction. Magistrate O’Callaghan only gave a small fine because police already fined him $300 to $400 on the spot.
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JLC Oakey turns 1 June 1st marked one year since JLC Real Estate opened its doors in Oakey.
Jamie and Laurie Cooper began their journey with JLC in 2016, when they bought the Toowoomba office. “We bought at just the right time,” Jamie said. “We haven’t had much of a break, especially because we were running two offices. “However, we decided to shut the Toowoomba office down after we bought the Oakey office, so we now we can focus all our energy on growing the Oakey branch.
Jamie and Laurie have already expanded their workforce by two. “We started off with four employees when we opened and now we have six.” Out of the current six staff members, three of them are Oakey locals. “We are number one in sales and management in Oakey and provide a valuable service to the community. “We judge this by the sheer volume of rentals we manage, which is a total of
400 rentals. Jamie said he worked for another real estate agency in Toowoomba, however he was dissatisfied with how they operated and decided to buy his own agency. “I’ve always been interested in real estate. “But in the big agencies, you’re just a number. “At JLC, we have a one-on-one approach with clients; a more personal approach.” You can visit Jamie and Laurie at 112 Campbell Street, Oakey.
From left: JLC Real Estate staff members Jamie, Laurie, Jenny, Julie, Ellie and Lucinda.
Stolen car leads to horror crash
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The first LifeFlight helicopter arriving at the crash scene at about 9.08am. “We are seeking members of the public’s assistance if they saw a vehicle fitting that description operating in the Toowoomba, Oakey or Kingsthorpe area. “At the moment, what that vehicle did and when it was stolen to when it was involved in the crash, will form part of our investigation.” Det. Supt. Watts said it is still unknown what caused the crash and that the forensic crash unit is conducting investigations. “The four of them are from the Toowoomba area,” he said. However, he could not comment on if they are known to police. “We are led to believe the driver may be one of the children taken to Brisbane.
“We don’t know at this stage if drugs or alcohol were involved. “The actual causes of the crash are still under investigation.” Det. Supt. Watts said he didn’t know why the boys were travelling to Oakey or if they were from there. “Incidents like this are very traumatic. “Not only for the parents’ concerned, but for the members of the public. When asked if the boys were repeat offenders, he said it was “not subject to this matter.” “Yes, we unfortunately see too often young children repeatedly stealing vehicles and becoming involved in crashes, and that’s one of the aspects we are really trying to prevent in our
policing of youth crime in Toowoomba. “We strongly urge children and anyone behaving like this to really think about what they’re doing because tragedy is
just around the corner for these sorts of incidents. “The potential for death and serious injury is very real. “Youth crime is a multifaceted issue as you can well imagine. “The causes and reasons for it can include things like substance abuse and family make up. “The extent of their injuries is unknown.” Police have not charged anyone yet. “If there’s sufficient evidence, [they could be charged with] dangerous driving and unlawful use of a motor vehicle.” Police are appealing to anyone with information or dash cam footage of a silver Holden Commodore sedan acting suspiciously in the Kingsthorpe and Oakey area last Sunday evening and Monday morning.
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Another Church history: St Augustine’s C. of E.,Oakey
On December 7, 1886, James Cherry Snr., an Oaky Creek selector for 13 years, purchased allotments 6, 7 & 8 (1 rood each), Parish of Meringandan in the town of Oakey for £3 each at auction.
Valerie and Jim’s wedding. - Photo, Valerie WeiseYoung On November 10, 1887, Archbishop Jones laid on
the table deeds of grant for allotment 8; the gift of Mr. James Cherry to the Synod of the Diocese of Brisbane. This was on the northern side of the railway line between the line and the creek. Not until January 14, 1895, was a building committee chosen at a meeting of members of the Anglican Church of Oakey Creek. At another meeting in August 1897, with the Rev. Dr. Black presiding, it was decided to accept the tender of H. Mutze for £121 for the erection of the new Church, with the building without fittings
to be completed within six weeks. The new Anglican Church, to be known as St. Augustine’s, was officially opened and dedicated on April 3, 1898. Frederick David Weise married Lillian May Rouse on August 4, 1903 in this Church. At the Easter meeting (April 1910) of Anglican parishioners at Oakey, it was decided to obtain the consent of the Church authorities for the removal of the church across the railway line to a site adjoining the rectory in Creek Street.
Following the last service in the church on September 11, 1910, the building was taken down and re-erected with extensive additions. The re-opening of the new church, which was scheduled for Sunday October 2nd, had to be postponed to a future date, owing to incompletion of the building. There were four more Weise weddings in 1914 when Daniel Peter Weise married Amy Rose Ashdown on March 21. During 1965, the church was moved yet again to the corner of John and Creek Streets.
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The church at its current site on ‘Burrendong’. - Photo, Valerie Weise-Young The last service there was on Sunday October 26, 1980 and then the church was sold to Dr. Eric Donaldson who had it moved to his “Burrendong” property on November 6, 1980. A new brick church replaced the old wooden building and it was officially
opened and dedicated in August, 1981. The Donaldsons had the old church adjoined to their homestead, where to follow tradition, I married Jim Young in the de-consecrated church 22 years ago as of April 2022. - Valerie Weise-Young
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Jondaryan Mini Rail: “They locked us out”
Former volunteer for the Jondaryan Mini Rail John Phillips says Toowoomba Regional Council locked the gates months after $34,000 was spent upgrading the mini rail track. involved.” “I would just like the Woolshed [Friends of Jondaryan Woolshed] to take it over. “We just want to know what is happening. “That way we could form a group and get the rail up and running again.” Mr Phillips said it’s just been years of uncertainty. “The rail is a great tourism opportunity for the town. “We could get schools trips coming to the site. “One day we had an open day when the track Overgrown grass concealing the train tracks. was up and running after our works were done, and other key stakeholders, is operating model that will we had a turn out of 200 developing an appropriate allow the site to re-open.” Contractors working on the Jondaryan Mini Rail site just before the Woolshed closed. people come down for the opening.” TRC Environment and Community Services Committee chair Cr James O’Shea said in January this year the Council appointed an on-site WOOLSHED DISGRACE function was about to facilities manager at the To the Editor, start and instead spend Jondaryan Woolshed. On the 28th May, I went the money on painting the “Council is happy to building? welcome residents who are to the open morning at If the Woolshed and willing to join the volunteer the Jondaryan Woolshed old buildings were at program at the Jondaryan where they were going to show everyone what work Charlton or Highfields, Woolshed,” he said. everything would have “We have facilitated had been done since 2020 been repaired and open to access for volunteers since while they closed. To me, all they did the public. January this year. Anything beyond on “Many volunteers are was try to dust proof and those two places, the visiting the Woolshed vermin proof one of the Toowoomba Regional to perform numerous old buildings and the Council couldn’t care less. maintenance activities, other was to have a new It is a national disgrace including mowing, shearing side put on another old the way the Toowoomba sheep and restoring or house. What the Jondaryan Mini Rail looks like today. I am pretty sure you Regional Council has let maintaining machinery and cannot dust proof an old the Jondaryan Woolshed equipment. The mini rail is on the site the mini rail tracks are in a volunteers were ousted from site go to ruin, and they “Council, in conjunction building... of the Jondaryan Woolshed, state of disrepair. the mini rail group. The reason they are should hang their heads in with the Friends of the which was temporarily Oakey man Douglas “It got messy and there shame. Jondaryan Woolshed and giving for dust proofing closed by the Council (TRC) Doelle said it was disgusting were solicitors and money was because the men got Everything above is in 2020. what has happened to the dust on their suits while only opinion and it is up to “When Council shut tracks. attending functions. everyone else to form their down the Woolshed site, “They’ve just let it go to Would it not be cheaper own opinion. they closed the gates and we waste,” he said. to buy a duster and do Douglas Doelle were unable to get access to “It’s disgusting and has some dusting before a Oakey the mini rail,” Mr Phillips been a total waste of money, said. after all that work they did.” “We fixed it up and spent Mr Phillips said at this NEW CLIENTS $34,000 on getting the tracks stage he just wants an Paramedics transported two people to Toowoomba back up to scratch.” answer. WELCOME Volunteers hired “The Mayor said he won’t Hospital after a two-vehicle in crash in Oakey last • BAS • Payroll • Super • End Books_4_Success@outlook.com contractors and earth movers shut it [Jondaryan Woolshed] Sunday. of Month Reconciliations to redevelop the site and down. A spokesperson for the was stable with chest, • Data Entry • Invoicing build retaining walls months “We still don’t know Queensland Ambulance pelvis and shoulder • Reports & More prior to the Woolshed’s when the site’s going to open Service said the crash injuries. closure. and when we can access the happened at about 6.18pm Also treated was a Free initial “A lot of that money rail. on Blake Road, Oakey. female in her 20s who was telephone was donated by New Hope “I’m no longer on the Three people were stable with chest and back consultation Fully Group. mini rail committee, because injuries, and a male patient “They have done a lot to it has been messy and treated at the scene. redited 0427 458 373 cc A This included a female who was stable with chest help us.” political. injuries. However, two years later, Mr Phillips and other patient in her teens who
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Wednesday, June 22, 2022
Late Oakey man forever remembered for antiques
Bruce Weedon passed away at 82 years old in August last year after a battle with cancer, but is forever remembered within the town for his passion of collecting antiques.
Marie Weedon holding the German inscribed medicine bottle that will become a family heirloom. His wife of fifty two years, Marie Weedon, spoke candidly about her late husband who she said began collecting antiques in the early 60s. They moved to Oakey after they married and began their own earthmoving business. “He grew up in Biddeston on his dad’s
farm,” she said. “The rubbish dump was his favourite place to go to look for treasures.” However, once people in the community learnt of his love for antiques, people gave unwanted items to him. “A special item that will remain within the family is this old German medicine
bottle. “There was a German family, the Housler’s, who owned a farm in the Biddeston area. “When he was doing a job for them, Bruce came across an old discarded medicine bottle that has words written in German on it. “Collecting was very near and dear to him.” What started as merely collecting antique bottles turned into collecting a vast array of memorabilia, ranging from a one hundred year old wooden washing machine to old Kodak cameras and to even a highly sought after surveyor’s chain. “People knew he was an honest man in his work and gave him treasures. “Bruce was often given a lot of old collectables from people in the community or people he worked for. A particularly unique item that he received was a fully-restored sulky from a Pittsworth man. Mrs Weedon said he also bought a lot from clearing sales. “He could sit and name everything on these walls
One of the walls in the Weedon’s shed covered in antique collectables.
A WWII device that would hook onto car headlights to dim them. and describe what it does.” However, his pride and joy was his Massey Harris tractor, which he drove in many parades and car shows. “One year we went to the Armidale heavy horse and tractor show, and he absolutely loved it. “He was so happy and it is such a fond memory.” Mrs Weedon will be hosting an auction sale next Saturday 2nd July at 10/12 West Street, Oakey, where many unique and rare items will be available for purchase.
One of Marie’s favourite photos of Bruce, who is pictured at an Armidale heavy horse and tractor show.
Statement from QLD Energy Minister Mick de Brenni Darling Downs Vets warn of cattle worms A restored sulky that will be up for sale.
The Australian Energy Market Operator’s (AEMO) decision to suspend the National Electricity Market’s spot market provides it with greater flexibility and agility to ensure adequate supply across the Eastern Seaboard. “Importantly, this means your power will stay on,” Mr de Brenni said. “This decision further reduces the risk of supply shortfalls and unplanned outages. “I can assure Queenslanders there is
surplus supply to meet demands in our state and a further generating unit is scheduled to return to service later this week. “Queenslanders can also be assured their public ownership of energy assets ensures these assets will
continue to operate for Queenslanders. “Queensland continues to do the heavy lifting on the National Electricity Market with increased gas flows to southern states, including 400 terajoules in the last two days alone.”
Internal parasites, also known as worms, are on the rise in cattle according to local vets.
Council left in the dark about Warwick pipeline
Toowoomba Region Mayor Paul Antonio said he was unaware of the state government’s plan to announce funding for the Toowoomba to Warwick water pipeline, however he said that he would welcome conversations with the state government. “While we’ve been given updates on the project over the past year or so, we weren’t aware there would be an announcement [Tuesday 14th June] until I received a call in the morning from the Minister for Regional Development and Manufacturing and Minister for Water,” the Mayor said. “Since the announcement, Minister Butcher has again been in contact with myself and I welcome further discussions on the matter as it’s important we understand the full details of the proposal.
“In all discussions to date, we’ve made it clear that we’re not only concerned about our water security now, but our future water security and the impact this will have on our water infrastructure. “We need to protect our water future and to make sure this pipeline won’t come at the cost of our ratepayers. “While we understand the needs of Southern Downs and are sympathetic to their situation, our priority is our Region and our residents – we need to do what’s best for our
community. “At this stage we’re unclear of how this pipeline will work so it’s important we have the necessary conversations before we commit to the project. “In saying this, from the information we’ve seen, I’m pleased our southern townships have been included in the proposed line and the focus from the State Government on water security,” the Mayor said. “I look forward to hearing more about the pipeline in the coming days.”
We are currently seeing a lot of cattle that are suffering from internal parasites. Parasitic diseases of cattle can impair their overall health, reproduction, growth, and productivity. In severe cases, parasitic diseases may even cause death. Unfortunately, many of the cases that we are seeing at the moment have resulted in loss of stock. Cattle that are typically most susceptible to internal parasites includes young stock (up to 18 months),
cattle under nutritional stress or metabolic stress due to pregnancy or lactation, and bull. High stocking rates, especially in wet and cool conditions that favour larval survival, will also subject cattle to higher worm levels. General Symptoms of internal parasites in cattle can include: - Lethargy - Pale Gums - Rough Coat - Diarrhoea - Emaciation - Weight Loss - Blood Loss
Best practice for managing parasites in cattle is to perform regular faecal egg testing to monitor for worm burdens and the exact type of worms within the herd. Prevention/management includes treating cattle at the beginning of a roundworm/fly or lice infection period with a long acting product to eliminate existing roundworm or arthropod parasites and prevent re-infection, if the animals are in an environment where there is infection challenge. - Darling Downs Vets
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High school concert draws big crowd Last Thursday 16th June, Oakey State High School held its annual musical concert.
Patrick playing guitar and singing ‘Everlong’ by Foo Fighters.
All students were invited to nominate themselves to perform a song. Performing students put on quite the display, with some impressively
Taniesha playing guitar and singing ‘Riptide’ by Vance Joy.
playing instruments simultaneously to accompany their singing. The concert drew in a full-house, with students from all year levels
A Dalby composting business has been fined $13,785 for failing to install impervious barriers to help prevent harm to the surrounding environment. inspection by Department of Environment and Science (DES) officers found the facility did not have impervious barriers under its composting and waste storage areas as required by a condition of its environmental authority (EA). The business had
developed a Transitional Environmental Program (TEP) to achieve compliance with their EA, which was approved by DES. Under the conditions of the TEP, the business was required to commence works on an impervious barrier by 26th April this year.
Following a recent compliance activity the department became aware that the Dalby business had not commenced the works. DES issued the business with a $13,785 fine on 6th June 2022. As the environmental regulator, DES said it takes compliance
seen unanimously using their mobile phones as a torch and swaying to the performed music as a show of support and encouragement.
Students in the audience using their phones as a torch to sway along with the music.
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showing their support. Crowd favourites, Patrick and Taniesha, stole the show with their musical talents. The audience could be
issues seriously, and departmental officers will routinely conduct inspections to ensure businesses comply with their environmental obligations. DES said it will take strong action, including court prosecutions, when compliance issues are identified.
Groom declared for Garth Hamilton MP
Member for Groom Garth Hamilton has been officially returned to Parliament with the Australian Electoral Commission formally declaring the seat. “I will continue to work hard every day to represent the people of Groom, both at home and in Canberra,” Mr Hamilton said. “Our region is vitally important on the national stage, and it is critical we receive the full benefit of the pipeline of projects ahead of us. “I’ll be fighting to ensure commitments to Inland Rail and Toowoomba’s
Railway Parklands are honoured, and that our growth is supported with new housing and water infrastructure. “Our local AEC staff do the hard work of democracy and play a vital role. “I also wish to acknowledge the other candidates and thank my dedicated volunteers for a campaign well run.”
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Thursday 30th June is the deadline for Queenslanders to get their free influenza shot and protect themselves against the risk of serious illness. Minister for Health and Ambulance Services Yvette D’Ath urged people not yet vaccinated against the flu to take advantage of the program. “This campaign has been very successful since we launched it just over three weeks ago,” she said. “We have now vaccinated more than 500,000 Queenslanders against the flu since starting the program. “The rollout has had an excellent response, lifting the state’s flu vaccination rate by around 10 per cent, taking it to just above 33 per cent.
“But we want to protect more Queenslanders, especially those vulnerable to influenza. “If you haven’t yet had your vaccination, I urge you to take up our offer of a free shot, for the sake of yourself, your family, and the community.” Ms D’Ath said more than 20,000 people in Queensland had tested positive to flu so far this year, resulting in over 2,250 hospitalisations. “This is already a harsh flu season, one that is on track to mirror the 2019 season when 66,135 cases were recorded,” she said.
“We’re only early in the season – Queensland’s flu season typically peaks in August. She said even for young, healthy people, flu can be debilitating. The flu vaccine is recommended annually for anyone over 6 months of age. For more information about vaccinations or to book a vaccination appointment, visit: https://www.qld. g o v . a u / h e a l t h / c o n d i t i o n s / i m m u n i s a t i o n / f r e e - i n f l u e n z a vaccinations-2022
Australia’s airports have welcomed the announcement that mask mandates within airport terminals ended at midnight last Friday, 17th June.
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Australian Airports Association (AAA) Chief Executive James Goodwin said wearing a mask is up to the individual’s discretion. “Travellers are sensible people, so we are pleased that the decision to wear a mask in an airport is now up to them,” he said. “The end of mask mandates within the terminal will assist airport staff by allowing them to carry out their busy roles without the need to monitor the use of masks. “Masks have not been required in supermarkets, shopping centres and
many other indoor public areas for some time, so this now brings airports in line with those venues and avoids confusion for travellers.” Passengers are still being reminded that wearing masks once on the aircraft is mandatory in all states. “Wearing a mask on board an aircraft is still a government requirement,” Mr Goodwin said. “So we encourage all travellers to continue to pack their mask with all their other essentials, follow the rules and comply with any directions from staff.”
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Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) will look at alternative route opportunities for mountain biking along the escarpment rather than progressing with plans to build trails in Redwood Park. As part of a Committee recommendation, Cr Tim McMahon said Council had used feedback from the environmental constraints and opportunities assessment as part of its decision making. “From the start of this project, we’ve always said we would wait until we received the findings from the flora and fauna and cultural heritage assessments before making any judgement,” Cr McMahon said. “There is a huge opportunity to grow mountain biking in our Region. “We want to develop a bike trail network of up to 100kms to make the Toowoomba Region a destination that draws tourists from all across Australia, as well as international riders but it’s important we get the balance right. “To do this, we’ve held a range of meetings with key stakeholder groups, community workshops and a community survey to understand and address competing community expectations. “While we do have an opportunity to make the Toowoomba Region one of a limited number of nationally significant mountain biking destinations in Australia, and the only one within Queensland, it’s vital we manage competing interests concerning the environment. “We now have the environmental constraints and opportunities assessment completed which outlines the environmental impacts and based on assessed impacts
Council does not support additional mountain bike trails in Redwood Park. “The standards of regulated vegetation, protected wildlife and cultural heritage values identified in Redwood Park are considered of such diversity that it would be unwise to progress the development of additional mountain bike trails in Redwood Park. “It is considered that progression of mountain bike trail development works in Jubilee Park will be possible with appropriate mitigation measures, avoidance or trail modifications. “Further to this, there may be other locations across the escarpment which could be considered to provide trail linkages from the Toowoomba Region into the township of Withcott in the Lockyer Valley Region to ensure the future development of a nationally significant bike trail network of up to 100kms. “If approved, the next step will be to progress to the detailed design phase of mountain bike trails in Jubilee Park, which will include any required environmental investigations and cultural heritage assessments. “Council is prepared to help with the operational aspects of maintaining a growing mountain bike network and as such, will give consideration in future operational budgets for the ongoing maintenance in accordance with the Toowoomba and Lockyer Valley Escarpment Mountain Bike Master Plan 2019-26,” Cr McMahon said.
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Queensland’s grassroots sport and active recreation clubs impacted by heavy rain and flooding over the past six months are set to share in a further $45 million in disaster recovery funding. Federal Minister for communities. Emergency Management “They provide people Murray Watt said the a place to meet, check in $45 million Community with one another and stay and Recreational Assets active. Recovery and Resilience “That’s why it’s so Program will help rebuild important to get them back and strengthen affected up and running as soon as communities. possible.” “The funds can be used Queensland Sport for repairing or restoring Minister Stirling Hinchliffe facilities where insurance said Expressions of Interest doesn’t cover the cost, or in the further emergency making improvements funding round were open that make the club more now and would close on resilient against future 8th July 2022 at 5pm. flooding,” he said. “There were 37 “Some of the facilities Queensland LGAs affected in urgent need of repair by the recent extreme include playing fields, weather events. lights, amenities and For more information or clubhouses. to apply, visit https://www. “Sports and recreational qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/ clubs are a vital part of our funding/disaster-recovery.
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Consolation Singles: W. Patterson vs. G. Nash (marker, D. Dreyer) Sunday June 26. Fours: M. Hall, R. Krause, D. Dreyer and A. Jackson vs. S. Gillis, T. Woodham, M. Park and G. Nash Senior Singles: P. Boyton vs. P. Maker (marker, J. Harrison)
On Saturday 18th June, Oakey Park Run competitors completed their weekly 5 kilometre course at Arthur Shooter Park. Benjamin Vogelzang came in 1st with a time of 19 minutes and 42 seconds, Nathan Maag came 2nd with 24 minutes
and 17 seconds and Dan Rohan came 3rd with 25 minutes and 18 seconds. There were four first-timers on the day, with Karen Fitzgerald representing Ernies and Tony Fitzgerald representing Bayside Runners and
Walkers. Out of seventeen competitors, there were five personal bests (PB) achieved on the day.
Oakey Park Run Results
Thursday 16th June, Men played a Single Stableford for a Club Trophy. The winner for the Men’s event was Gary Shea with 38 points. Approaches Men: 3/12, G. Shea; 5/14, R. Sanderson; 8/17, G. Buckley. The Ladies played a Single Stableford for a Club Trophy. The winner for the Ladies was Val Drowley with 31 points. Approaches Ladies: 4/13, V. Drowley; 7/16, no winner; 6/15, no winner. Sunday 19th June, Single
Stroke, Monthly Medal, Ian Maclean Trophy. Final Round of Club Grade Championships. Winner for men was Greg Buckley with 71 net (ocb); Runner-up, Rodney Mann. Ladies winner was Ann Cass with 73 net; runner-up, Val Drowley. Rundown: D. Cass, M. Peters, N. Capuzzo, G. Elton. Pin shots Men: 3/12, M. Burgess; 4/13, T. Peters; 8/17, M. Burgess. Approaches: 7/16, M. Burgess; 5/14, D. Cass; 6/15, G. Elton.
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Inflation to target dairy prices next
The pandemic has fuelled dairy consumption, however buyers are slowly starting to cut back despite inflation not yet significantly impacting costs.
Twelve-dollar iceberg lettuces are getting plenty of attention from priceconscious shoppers, but according to market analysis, inflation concerns are yet to hit dairy sales. NielsenIQ director Faith Lamont was part of an industry panel at a recent Dairy Australia conference in Melbourne. Ms Lamont’s research showed that only 14 per cent of respondents said they were struggling financially despite 65 per cent of respondents claiming they were ‘spending-conscious’ as prices rise.
“We will see lot of change in loyalty, whether that’s to retailer or brand, but we are not quite seeing it just yet,” she said.
“Because dairy is more of a staple product, it is more likely to maintain stability in its share of (supermarket) sales.
“Milk prices particularly haven’t risen like what we’ve seen in other categories.” Changes in consumer behaviour since the end of lockdowns has been registered in the latest Nielsen Homescan data, which is included in the DA’s Situation and Outlook Report. Milk consumption nationwide sits at 1.4 billion litres as of March 2022, which is a year-on-year decline of 3 per cent. In the same survey period, butter and butter blends dropped 4.4 per cent.
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Scholarships for women in Ag
Women & Leadership Australia is currently offering professional development scholarships for EastAUSmilk members. The scholarships are open to women across all areas of the Farming and Agriculture Sector. Applications need to be submitted by 9th September 2022. Partial scholarships valued at $1,000 to $5,000 are available for women who want to participate in leadership courses. These courses teach the skills required to be a mid-level manager or even a senior and executive leader. Some of the key topics taught include Leadership, For more information communication and Influence, team dynamics, on the scholarship and driving performance, courses or to submit an problem solving and application, visit https://www. wla.edu.au/farmingagriculture. decision making.
Primary Producer Grants Funding for fishing Financial support is still available to flood-affected Queensland primary producers.
Your property may be eligible for financial assistance under the joint Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA). Support includes grants, loans and freight subsidies. Find available recovery assistance for primary producers at https://www. d a f . q l d . g o v. a u / b u s i n e s s -
priorities/agriculture/ disaster-recovery/naturaldisaster/activated-areas. You may also be eligible for state land rent relief. Eligible landholders who had land rent due in March now don’t need to pay until December 1st. Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority (QRIDA) are
offering rants worth up to $75,000 as part of their Program Extraordinary Disaster Assistance Recovery Grants at https:// w w w. q r i d a . q l d . g o v. a u / program/extraordinarydisaster-assistancerecovery-grants-south-eastqueensland-rainfall-andflooding#-Primary-producer.
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The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries has created a Facebook page which acts as a safe space for women who love to wet a line or are keen to grow their fishing knowledge. It was established as primarily for women living $333.7 million to the state a place to pick up handy in Queensland, the group economy and supports more fishing tips, share and is open to women in other the 3,136 direct and indirect trawl through catch pics, parts of the world. jobs. and hook into leadership The network promotes Head to Facebook and opportunities and events for the Queensland recreational check out the page ‘Women women in fishing. fishing industry, which in Recreational Fishing Qld While the group is contributes an estimated network’.
More than $500,000 worth of grants have been announced to support Queensland’s commercial, charter and community fishing projects. Twenty seven promotion of recreational develop biomass estimates community-based not-for- fishing, and fish habitat for important aquarium profit organisations, fishing improvements. coral species. clubs and incorporated In addition, three groups Allocation for these associations have been involved in commercial projects come from the awarded grants for small fishing have received Commercial and Charter and large projects under funding. Fishing Grant Program. what is known as the These projects aim This announcement is Queensland Community to improve fishery part of the Sustainable Fishing Grants Program management practice, Fisheries Strategy to build (QCFGP). provide research into the a legacy of sustainable The projects include effectiveness of electronic fisheries for our children and fishing clinics, research and shark deterrents and grandchildren.
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If you or someone you know is in need of a hot meal, Meals on Wheels Toowoomba comes out to Oakey every Monday and Wednesday and deliver fresh meals to your door. Meals on Wheels workers Toni and Tania coame out to Oakey last week to encourage residents to use their service. “We come out to Oakey every Monday and Wednesday,” Tania said. “We currently serve about 20 to 50 meals in Oakey each week. “We would love to expand our services and come out five days a week on Monday to Friday. “This service is not only for people struggling financially. “We have diverse people accessing us. “If you’re young and have injured yourself and are unable to prepare food yourself, we can assist you. “We help a lot of people on the NDIS because NDIS covers us to offer this service.” Meals on Wheels Toowoomba provides low cost and healthy meals for the disadvantaged, disabled and older members of the
Toni and Tania from Meals on Wheels visiting Oakey. community. You can contact Meals on Wheels via phone on 4632 8355 or online at https://www.mowtoowoomba. com.au/.
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Pastor Lloyd Gill of Grace Community Church shares some words of wisdom regarding the theme of ‘challenge.’ “We have here only five loaves of bread and two fish.” Jesus had just instructed the disciples to feed 5,000 people. They wanted them sent away so they could eat what was a meagre meal. The disciples were likely tired, hungry and needed some space. Our culture would say they needed to take care of themselves, but Christ said they needed to feed 5,000 people first. Christ took what they had and performed a miracle, and fed the crowd. If you claim to be a Christian this is a huge challenge, often God
is going to ask of us beyond our capacity at the very time we don’t feel like it. The theme of ’what do you have in your hand’ runs through scripture, and this is all God asks of us. You don’t have to be able to solve the problem, just give what you have and God will make it more than enough. Our challenge is both feeling inadequate and being selfish, both of these are blown away like chaff on the wind when we submit our will and resources to Christ and allow Him to do the work through us. - Pastor Lloyd Gill
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As the financial year draws to a close, Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) is reminding residents of the changes for licences with gates and grids from 2022/23 onwards. While the change in process was first introduced last year, TRC Infrastructure Committee Chair Cr Carol Taylor said Council provided a grace period for the first 12 months to give residents time to adapt to the new method. “People who have already accepted responsibility for a gate and/or grid will receive correspondence from Council this month, informing them of the licence and fees payable,” she said. “This will provide property owners with a further opportunity to decide whether they wish to be responsible for the gate and/or grid or not. “In most circumstances Council discourages the use of gates and grids
on our road network, however, we understand there are times when they are required for the management of livestock and other purposes. “Where gates and grids are allowed within maintained public road reserves, they must be installed, managed, and maintained to an appropriate and consistent standard which minimises any safety risk to road users. “Property owners are responsible and should manage and maintain their own gates and grids rather than having the cost fall on the broader community.” The licence involves the payment of an annual fee of $150, with a $50 discount for early payment. For more information contact Council on 131 872.
Rural Aid photography comp winners announced Rural Aid has announced the twelve winners of the Spirit of the Bush photography competition.
Organisers received a record amount of entries, with more than 1,100 photographic entries coming in from farms right across the country. There were three Queensland winners: Carla Pidgeon from Allora, Neil Kendall from Brisbane and Jasmine Newton from Mitchell. Rural Aid CEO John Warlters said it was heartening to see so many quality captures. “The Spirit of the Bush competition attracts photos from every corner of the country and reflects every part of life on the land,” Mr Warlters said. “It’s mesmerizing to see the highs and lows of farm life reflected in action shots, sweeping horizons and moments of quiet
Carla Pidgeon’s winning submission. reflection. “It’s great to see a theme of hope emerge from our images this year.” The winning photos tell a story of both work and
play. Events like harvest and planting are featured, as well as moments of rest, relaxation, and recreation. “It’s fantastic to see so
many jaw-dropping entries from West Australia in particular. “A huge congratulations to our talented winners who will now have their photos used in Rural Aid’s 2023 calendar.” Mr Warlters also reflected on the huge jump in entries from last year. “It gets harder to pick the winners every year! “Last year, Rural Aid received 720 entries.” The Rural Aid 2023 calendar will be available for purchase and pre-order later this year. Supporters are encouraged to keep an eye on the Rural Aid social media pages for more information. Proceeds will directly support Rural Aid’s range of programs to help farmers and their families.
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Jondaryan holds school athletics carnival Last Thursday with clear skies and a lovely green oval, the Jondaryan State School held its annual inter-house Athletics Carnival.
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On June 29th, everyone is welcome to come along to the Oakey Skatepark between 10.00am-12.00pm for a free community day, with an ‘Amazing Race’ following. There will be a free BBQ, hot soup, tea and coffee, snow cones, face painting, music workshops and market stalls!
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Come on down to the Oakey Cultural Centre this Monday afternoon from 4pm for a free boxing session! Young people aged 12-18 years are welcome, plus free food will be provided.
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Due to the smaller number of enrolled students at this year’s Carnival, only a Junior and Senior School competition was run. Eager students came dressed in their house colours of either Gold for Dennis or Maroon for Wienholt. The day started with the march past, at which Senior Constable Brian Stenner officiated as the judge. While it was a difficult task for our local policeman to pick a winner, Wienholt house was awarded the marching trophy for 2022. The sporting events began with the running races; sprints, 100/200 metres and relays, by the time these races were concluded it was lunchtime. Following lunch, the field events began which consisted of long-jump, discus and shot-put. There were many grandparents and parents (some of whom were past students) encouraging and cheering on the students. After the afternoon tea break, the two sporting houses battled it out in the ball games. The rivalry continued with the Weinholt versus Dennis parents ball game some of whom were past Jondaryan students reliving their school days. The hotly contested shield was won by the Dennis parents. It was a nail-biting finish with a very close points tally. Dennis defeated Weinholt with 135 points to 127. All students are to be congratulated on their effort and sportsmanship shown on this day. • Champions and Runner-ups for the day were: • Girls Junior School Champion: Laylah B • Girls Junior School Runner-up: McKenna C • Boys Junior School Champion: Iggy C • Boys Junior School Runner-up: Logan M
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