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Students spent three days at the Ekka this year, with the first day seeing both a senior and junior students place in the top 10 for beef cattle judging and earning themselves a highly commended. The school’s Agriculture Head of Department Debbie Goudie said this was a tremendous effort considering the students were up against about 120 other competitors.
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Oakey State High School agriculture students won big time at this year’s Ekka, taking away fourteen awards across the beef cattle judging, merino wool judging and dairy goats judging categories. Oakey State High School Ekka winners!
Giant win for Oakey students at the Ekka
Both Maddison Russell (junior) and Taylah McHugh (senior) were selected to speak in front of judges and competitors -something that only students in the top 10 are eligible to do. On their second day, students brought along two of their angora goats despite there not being an angora goat team category thisHowever,year. students used this as an opportunity to display their goats in Brisbane and speak to guests and attendees about them throughout the day. During a last minute decision, students entered the merino wool judging category and scored big! -Continued on page 3
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In-ground parking sensors are installed for on-street bays and a Licence Plate Recognition (LPR) vehicle has been introduced to support the system. The LPR vehicles scan, mark and photograph a vehicle’s number plate and location and alert the Smart Parking System of an overstay.
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ABOVE: Scott Walker in his Mazda MX5. ABOVE RIGHT: Crowds lined up enjoying the action on a perfect day. Saturday and Sunday to commemorate the running of the 1949 Australian Grand Prix, which happened just outside the little country town. Dean Amos dominated contenders to claim an emotional seventh outright-fastest trophy at theAmosevent. steered his British-built Gould GR55BJudd V8 around Leyburn township’s 1.0 kilometre street course in 40.66 seconds, 0.733 seconds faster than main rival and 2021 winner Warwick Hutchinson.Nowit’s time for Pittsworth’s Sprints which are across three days from this Friday, 26th to Sunday 28th August. www.facebook.com/ oakeychampion
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substances (PFAS) at the Army Aviation Centre Oakey and surrounding areas. Members of the investigation and management project team will be available to discuss the progress of the ongoing monitoring program and answer questions about the delivery of the PFAS Management Area Plan. Light refreshments will be provided and all are welcome. Session Details: Date: Thursday 08
Around 220 cars - the oldest from 1925 and the newest from 2020 - contested the roundthe-houses Sprints on
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Over the weekend, more than 15,000 people celebrated the 26th Leyburn Sprints over two days in the Southern Downs rural town of Leyburn.
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Dominic Densley and Joshua Cullen. Ag students ready to travel to the Ekka!
A 30-years-old man from Pierces Creek has been arrested and charged with trespass, stealing and wilful damage offences at a Toowoomba Regional Council works depot on Kingsthorpe Haden Road, Haden.
Last Sunday, Police responded to information that a person had entered the secured yard at the worksite and was observed moving around near a backhoe parked at the site. When Police from Goombungee, Oakey and Highfields arrived at the scene, the offender had fled on foot into an adjoining paddock.TheToowoomba Dog Squad also attended and used a police dog to track and arrest the offender. The offender’s vehicle was located nearby and after further investigation, it was determined that the offender was also responsible for additional offences in the Oakey area in the past few weeks. The Officer-in-Charge at Goombungee Police Station Sergeant Mick Lingard said after being arrested the offender was held in custody and is due to appear in the Toowoomba Magistrates Court.
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Record win for Oakey students at the Ekka Ms Goudie said this is a category they have never entered before or even trained for. Yet, in the Junior Fleece section Justine Wieck placed 2nd, Dominic Densley placed 3rd and both Ryan Densley and Brianna Keen landed a highly commended. In the Senior Fleece section, Alicia Wieck came in 2nd and Leland Pukallas came away with a highly commended.Ontheir last day, students competed in the dairy goat young judges category.Dominic Densley came in 1st place for juniors, along with Brianna Keen and Ryan Densley receiving a highly commended. In the senior section of the dairy goat young judges, Oakey students scored the three top spots with Josh Cullen coming 1st, Alicia Wieck 2nd and Grea Young 3rd. “We never thought we would achieve this much,” Ms Goudie said. “This year has exceeded all of our expectations. “I’m so proud of the students, especially in the merino wool judging because this was the first year we have ever entered that category and the students had to learn the skills and technique last minute!”
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ABOVE and LEFT: The Mesdames Kent - courtesy of the Oakey QCWA. - Photos, Valerie Weise-Young public meeting in the Oakey School of Arts on July 30, 1924.The outcome of this meeting was the formation of a branch of the QCWA in Oakey. The first meeting was held on August 27, 1924, with the main objectives being local needs and a rest room (which didn’t eventuate until 1949.)
Following the death of William Kent II at “Brook Farm” in February 1906, Mrs. Kent and the younger members of the family remained at the property until 1915 when she sold out to Edwin Lawrence Allcock, a Boer War veteran from Gladstone. He and his family were only in residence until 1917 when John Wright, owner of the Federal Coal Mine in Oakey, purchased “Brook Farm” and “Kent House”(as it was known), as it was large enough for his family of five children, which increased to nine over the following years.Meanwhile, Crofton Kent, his wife and three sons remained at “Kippington”.In1922,the Queensland Country Women’s Association (QCWA) was started by Ruth Fairfax and is this year celebrating its centenary.Onlytwo years later, Mrs. Crofton Kent called a
WEATHER OAKEY AND DISTRICT 6 DAY FORECAST THURWEDFRISATSUN 1/18°C -2/19°C 1/21°C 4/21°C 6/21°C Moderate TEMP RAIN UV INDEX Don’t pack away you winter woolies just yet! Over the coming days overnight lows will plummet with Thursday morning expected to hit -2 degrees. Daytime highs will range from the high teens to early twenites. High Moderate Moderate Moderate ModerateMON 6/22°C 27th Aug 4th Sept 18th Sept 10th Sept 0% <1mm 0% <1mm 20% <1mm 40% <1mm The week ahead 0% <1mm Sunny Possible Shower Sunny Sunny 10% <1mm Partly Cloudy Partly Cloudy Page 4 THE OAKEY CHAMPION Wednesday, August 24, 2022 The Oakey Champion is available at: • News Extra Central City Toowoomba • News Extra Westridge Toowoomba • News Extra South Street Toowoomba • Hartley’s NewsXpress Toowoomba • The Lucky Charm Newsagency Clifford Gardens • Campbells Newsagency Toowoomba • The Clifton Courier • The Pittsworth Sentinel • The Allora Advertiser 2a Cherry Street Oakey Q. 4401 Phone 4691 1376 Fax 4691 2625 Emails:editorial@oakeychampion.com.auadvertising@oakeychampion.com.au Published each Wednesday by OurNews Pty. Ltd. Printed by Greenridge Group, 4 Freighter Avenue Toowoomba • Oakey Newsagency • Cornetts IGA Oakey • BP Oakey • Kingsthorpe Post Office & Newsagency • Goombungee Spar & News • Crows Nest Newsagency • Cobb & Co. Roadhouse Jondaryan • Maclagan Store & Newsagency • Wilsonton NewsagencyDEADLINES: Display advertising 5:00pm Friday Classified advertising 5:00pm Monday TO THE PASTMirror SudokoThe Champion 4691 1376 Wednesday, September 14, 2016 $1.20 Crossword&SudokU The Mesdames Kent: Part II
Mrs. Crofton Kent accepted the position as the first President, which she held until 1928 when Mrs. William Kent replaced her as Branch President until 1941.Mrs. William (Emily Celia) Kent II celebrated her 90th birthday in Toowoomba in August 1952 with four generations of her family. Come November, her eldest son, William III of Jondaryan Station passed away on the 20th (aged 66) just a fortnight before his Mother’s passing on December 4, 1952. Mrs. Mary Annie Kent passed away on May 3, 1962; her husband Crofton having pre-deceased her at “Kippington” on April 19, 1932. Their legacy liveth on. - Valerie Weise-Young
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Don’t forget about the highly anticipated pig races, which will be held routinely throughout the day as well as the team penning final event, which will be performed in the Rodeo Arena under lights at 6pm to end the day.
You can’t finish the day without walking through the newly built Marsh Pavilion which will be debuting this weekend, with fifteen market stalls for attendees to browse.
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The stalls will be selling a range of items from arts and crafts to jewellery, country and western wear.
The Oakey Show is back! The Oakey Show is
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Show Society President Judy Byers said this year’s show differs from previous years, with a heavy focus on entertainment by mainly local artists.
Come along to the 114th annual Oakey Show this Saturday 27th August at the Oakey Showgrounds.
Gates will be open to the public at 8am with parking available on site.
Three new Show Society Life Members will be announced at the opening - so be sure to give your biggest cheers!
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The Oakey Agricultural Pastoral and Rodeo Society has been hard at work since the announcement of the Show’s postponement earlier this year in March. Now the Show Society is finally ready to invite the entire community along to a day full of guaranteed fun!
Local dance groups, iDance Studios, ABC Dance and Oakey Academy of Dance will be providing quality entertainment throughout the day at the Greenwood Hall.
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Helly Hoops will be making a return this year with her one-of-a-kind hula hoops and spinning plates skills that are guaranteed to wow audiences!
If you head on over to the Show Office at 2pm, you can listen to some country tunes by Dalby musician Kieran Lillis.
Official opening by Mrs Alex Peters (2022 Oakey Show Rural Ambassador) at 10am Life Memberships will be presented to George Byers, Geoffrey Byers and Judith Byers at the official opening AT 11AM MARKET STALLS & STALLS BY LOCAL DANCE GROUPS BY KEIRAN LILLIS IN THE AFTERNOON Gates open at 8am • Gate Entry $5 per person over 12 4 PIG RACES THE DAY WITH 6 PIGS EACH BY A LOCAL BUSINESS Hoops will entertain throughout the day
Different Date Different Program TEAM PENNING EVENT WILL COMMENCE
There are plenty of activities attendees can sign up for on the day, including the pet parade organised by Oakey State High School Agriculture students, who are calling all pet-lovers to sign up for their event, which will start at Just11am.bring yourself and your lovable pet along and register for one of five categories that will see your pet shine and take home one of the many medallions on offer.
The official morning tea starts at 9.30am at the Greenwood Hall, which will be followed by the official opening of the Show by 2022 Oakey Rural Ambassador Mrs Alex Peters at 10am.
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In my fifth year as President of the Oakey Show, it is a pleasure to invite the community to attend the show on this Saturday the 27th of August. A different date has led to a different program for the show, however the committee has worked together to bring an entertaining event for all ages to enjoy.
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Early in the year when the decision was made to postpone the show, the process began to choose another date, with our Annual Team Penning already on this date the committee decided to add to this popular event. This weekend will be the first time the Marsh Pavilion will be open for the public to enjoy.
I am sure you will be impressed with this fabulous building and its benefits. The Marsh Pavilion is where you will find the market stalls. The 114th Oakey Show will be opened at 10am by our 2022 Rural Ambassador Mrs Alex Peters.
Three new Life Members will receive their Life Membership badges from our Patron Mrs Kathie Lange during the opening. Entry to the show this year is only $5 per person, with under 12 years free. I hope you can attend the show on Saturday and have a great day out at the 2022 Oakey Show.
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Alma Haaijer has kindly donated medallions for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th places and Lorrimers has donated a gift voucher for the Grand Champion title. Good luck and we hope to see you and your fluffy best friend here this weekend!
STUDENTS TAKE THE REINS OF THE PET PARADE!
The students will be stewarding the parade, with the Wieck sisters Alicia and Justine being appointed managerial Throughoutpositions. the event, the students will be responsible for general husbandry of the animals as well as processing entrants on the day.
The Pet Parade begins at 11am and will be held in the goat pen which is next to the poultry pavilion. All registrations will be happening on the day and will cost 50¢.
Guests who would like to enter their pets are advised to arrive 15 minutes early for an 11am start. Please be advised you’re only permitted to enter any one pet into a single category to ensure the chance of as many pets and owners winning as possible!
This year, the Oakey Show’s Pet Parade has been left in the trusting hands of Oakey State High School’s talented Agriculture students. 50¢Justperentry! State High School’s
Agriculture students at work planning this year’s Pet Parade!
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Former Oakey State High School Ag student Tayla Lord will be making a special guest appearance as judge for the Pet Parade. Tayla will be returning back to her roots this weekend from Victoria where she is studying an Equine course!
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Watch as teams made up of two riders on horseback battle it out against the clock to see who can separate and sort cattle the quickest.
Horse owners of all experience levels are encouraged to have some fun and enter their horses into one of the 13 categories in the horse stall event for a chance to win some fantastic prizes.
Come on down to the Rodeo Arena for the Team Penning event at 11am and again at 6pm for the spectacular finale. This is the one event you do not want to miss, with the 2022 Oakey Show date being selected to coincide with the event!
Horse health declarations must be submitted on the day and organisers ask that you present to the steward on arrival. Riders under 18 must wear a helmet. If you want more information or to register your interest, call Jess Henry on 0414 411 678.
Pull out the ponies and come down for a fun morning of horse events. There’s a class for horses and riders of all levels! Class 1 - Juniors and Lead Line (Riders 10yrs and under) Class 2 - Pony Class (13.3hh Hands and Under) Class 3 - Galloway Class (14hh - 15hh) Class 4 - Hack Class (15hh and over) Class 5 - Working Horse Junior (Riders 12yrs and under) Class 6 - Working Horse Mare Class 7 - Working Horse Gelding Class 8 - Working Horse Obstacle Class 9 - Allrounder Rider Class Ladies/Girls Class 10 - Allrounder Rider Class Gents/Boys Gymkhana Events x4 (Dependant on equipment availability) Class 11 - Bounce Pony Class 11 - Bending Class 12 - Flags Class 13 - Cup and Lolly Race Class nominations $1 per rider on the day. Horse Health Declarations to be submitted on the day. Please
steward on arrival. Riders under
Stall organiser Jess Henry riding her horse ‘Oats.’ TEAM PENNING
With a 9am start, meet at the horse ring to register beforehand and to join in the T-Shirt Fun Day events!
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A team penning competitor at a previous Oakey Show Society event.
This is the perfect opportunity to get you and your horse some exposure within the community and meet like-minded horse Onowners.theday registrations will cost $1 per rider.
a helmet. All events subject to change
What’s on: 9am Start - Saturday 27th August
PIG RACES
GOT A HORSE? WELL THIS IS THE EVENT FOR YOU!
Make sure to catch the pig races happening throughout the day, with races at 11.30am, 1pm, 2.30pm and 4pm.
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Make sure to visit the Greenwood Hall throughout the day to catch a glimpse of the many talented local dancers.
NEW GIFT RANGE NOW IN STORE!
NON-STOP DANCING FROM iDANCE, ABC DANCE AND OAKEY ACADEMY OF DANCE PARENTS COOKING UP A STORM! iDance performing at the Goombungee-Haden Show earlier this year. Visit the Polocrosse Shed next to the Show Society office for a BBQ lunch!
PLUS! Country music from Dalby local Kieran Lillis who will be near the show office from 2pm.
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The Oakey State School P&C volunteers will be holding a BBQ stall at the show, where they will be selling steak and coleslaw burgers, bacon and egg burgers, sausage sizzles and cold drinks from 8am until late afternoon. Funds from the stall will go towards building a covered walkway to the school hall, which will help greatly on those wet days!
HELLY HOOPS IS BACK! ‘Helly’ is back again after a year on the Queensland Country Shows circuit. Helen Wardle, better known as ‘Helly’ her performative alter ego, moved up from Melbourne to Brisbane just before the COVID pandemic Specialisinghit. in performing stunts with hula hoops whilst donning a vibrant, funky outfit, keep an eye out for ‘Helly’ as she will be traversing the Oakey Showgrounds throughout the day.
• iDance from midday • ABC Dance from 12.45pm • Oakey Academy of Dance from 1.30pm
Alice Benfer is an award winning country singer fromSheGympie.regularly performs at various festivals, showcases, RSL Clubs, bowling clubs, hotels, music clubs, private functions and charity events. Country Music Show featuring Alice Benfer
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Oakey RSL secretary Leanne Wells laying a wreath. Oakey’s very own Vietnam Veterans Lance and Colin.
Meet the new Oakey Swim Club committee
“The Queensland Remembers Grants Program is an important part of the Queensland Government’s efforts to ensure we appropriately honour the courage and sacrifice of the men and women who have served this country,” the Premier said.“By partnering with exservice and not-for-profit organisations to fund key projects, upgrades, and events, we can continue to provide more support and recognition for our veterans.”Theprogram supports grants for the delivery of minor capital works such as repairs, maintenance or the purchase of equipment up to $50,000 per grant, as well as major capital works – including internal building refurbishments and accessibility upgrades – between $50,000 and $250,000 per grant. For more information, please visit remembersgrants.www.qld.gov.au/
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The state government has launched the second round of the $4 million Queensland Remembers Grants Program, helping ex-service and other not-for-profit organisations to honour Queensland veterans and their families.
“We are very excited and our first night of the swimming season will be at 6pm on Wednesday 5th October,” secretary Jade Gollan said. “We will be releasing more information about membership fees through our Facebook page ‘Oakey Swimming Club’ in the coming weeks.
Recently, the Oakey Swimming Club held its Annual General Meeting and voted in a full committee.
The Gowrie Little Plain Hall is proud to host her at its country music concert on the 3rd September, starting at 7.30pm.Tickets cost $20 and includes supper. For bookings, call Shirley on 4630 4384.
Get along to Gowrie Little Plain Hall for a night of all things country!
The service was hosted by the Oakey RSL, with personnel from the Oakey army base attending as well as Vietnam Veterans, ex-servicemen, current personnel, friends and families of those who fought and local residents.There was a minute’s silence accompanied by the bugle, along with the reading of The RepresentativesOde. of local groups took turns laying their wreaths at the memorial, which was opened and closed by a march formation performed by personnel from Oakey’s Swartz Barracks Base. Lest we forget.
Last Thursday, the Oakey community gathered to pay its respects to the Australians who fought, were injured and lost their lives during the Vietnam War.
The new committee is as follows:-President: Tim Newing - Vice President: Andrew Langton-Secretary: Jade Gollan - Co-Treasurers: Jenny Edwards and Joe Osborne - Registrar: Margaretta Fahey - Publicity Officer: Nicole Clifford
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As part of the Toowoomba Regional Council’s (TRC) Bridges Renewal Program, the upgrading of a major culvert on the Kingsthorpe-Haden Road (between McDonalds Road and Kann Street, Haden) is expected to be completed by October 2022, weather permitting.
Renewal Program Round Five and Council. “The project will help to improve drainage and road“Thanksafety. you to the community for your patience while Council completes this important culvert upgrade.” For further information about this project, phone Council on 131 872 or email yoursay@tr.qld.gov.au
TRC Infrastructure Committee Chair Cr Carol Taylor said the project was originally due for completion in April, however due to an historical find – an early stone and timber culvert structure – and ongoing wet weather, completion has been delayed. “A project milestone has recently been reached, with traffic switched over from the eastern side to the western side of the road, allowing works to progress on the eastern side,” Cr Taylor said.“The culvert replacement project was jointly funded by the Australian Government’s Bridges
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No golf for the ladies on Wednesday 17th August. Wednesday 24th August the ladies will play an 18 hole Stroke in conjunction with August Monthly Medal. Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st August the members played an 18 hole Stroke winner, Mark Carter with 72 nett; Runner-up Andrew King with 73 nett. Pin on Oakey Golf Club
Pennants result from Saturday August 20: West Toowoomba 1 def. Oakey. Pennant teams to play City Oakey Men’s Bowls Notes
Sunday September 11, Three bowl pairs sponsored by Woody & Jacko with a 12.30pm start. Wear your favourite sporting team shirt (if you have one) 2x14 ends. Winner, runner-up and last round, barbecue to follow bowls. Names on boardMembershipplease. fees of $100 are now due.
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On Sunday 21st August, we played 18 holes at Warwick golf course in windy conditions with 29 players.Thewinners on 61½ points were Mal Krahenbring, Shane Bradford and Wade Bostock.Therunners-up on the day were Bob Dearling and Sean Petrie on 65½ points. The winners of the pins/ approaches are: 1,3,14 and 18, M. Krahenbring; 2, sponsored by Grand Hotel, M. Krahenbring; 4, B. Dearling; 6, W. Bostock; 7 and 10, B. Lucht; 8, B. McDonald; 9 and 16, B. Fenton; 11, J. Byrne; 12, No. 3 was won by Janice Little and the pin on No. 12 was won by Andrew King. Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th August the members will play an 18 hole Stroke FlagReminderevent. of the Oakey/ Goombungee Inter-club at Goombungee on Sunday 11th September. - Marlene Deans, Secretary at City on Saturday August 27:Team 1: M. Park, G. Fenton, P. Boyton, P. Rudken. Team 2: K. Ciesiolka, L. Hudson, D. Dreyer, A.TeamJackson.3:V. Rush, B. Lucht, G. Usher, J. Harrison. Results of Wednesday Triples winner: P. Boyton team; Runner-up: G. Usher team; Best round: S. Tweedie Competitionteam.results from Sunday August 21: Triples Final: R. Henry, P. Maker & P. Boyton def. M. Hall, R. Stewart & G. Fenton. Club Pairs: V. Rush/ W. Patterson def. E. Dornbusch/D. Barfield. Competition called for Sunday August 28: “A”Singles Final: R. Henry sponsored by Kerrytown Meats, L. Bartley; 13, D.LongHarvey.Drives: A Grade, M. Krahenbring; B Grade, B. Lucht; Over 60, B. Members’Dearling. draw was 39. Danny O’Brien was not present for $20; raffles going to 12, W. Bostock and 74, P. ThisJones. week’s game is three clubs and a putter on the back nine, with a 7am tee-off. Thanks to our local sponsors Kids Patrol Oakey, Kerrytown Meats, Grand Hotel and Oakey RSL. - Flynny/Macca vs. G. Fenton (L. Hudson). Consolation Singles: W. Patterson vs. D. Barfield (T.B.A.); G. Usher vs. P. Federoff (J. Harrison); P. Boyton vs. P. Viney (T.B.A.).
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Queensland Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries Mark Furner MP said that the Southern Downs is home to some of the best crops in Australia More veggies to sprout in the Southern Downs
From chillies and capsicums to cabbage and cucumbers, Wallaroo Produce Supplies at Severnlea on the Southern Downs Severnlea will soon feed more mouths thanks to funding from the Queensland Government’s Rural Economic Development (RED) Grant scheme.
Meat and Livestock Australia’s (MLA) sheep and cattle indicator reports now have two additional filters for state and region. The Comprehensive Indicator PDF report has been replaced by individual indicator reports. These indicator reports now have two additional filters, including a state filter and a region filter The region filter is based off the Natural Resource Management Regions (NRMR). These indicator reports will be updated at the conclusion of all National Livestock Reporting Service (NLRS) markets each day.To access these indicators, visit the Prices and Markets page on the MLA website and select the reports you would like to
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“The more summer vegetables we can produce and consume on home soil, the better,” he said. “That’s why projects like this to increase capacity and boost efficiency through infrastructure upgrades are so important.“Thisexpansion won’t just benefit the industry, but the entire Southern Downs community through local job creation.”Managing Director of Wallaroo Produce Supplies John Patane says the company will use the funding to expand its produce storage and packing facilities, automate processes and install a dedicated cold room.“The expansion will generate twelve direct fulltime jobs and employ even more during the construction phase.“Many of these ongoing jobs will be long-term, skilled positions that we hope we can fill within our own community to boost the local“Theeconomy.cold room installation will immediately allow for approximately double our field production capacity.”Wallaroo Produce Supplies is one of sixteen businesses approved in the fourth round of the Rural Economic Development (RED) Grants program with total funding of just over $3 Overall,million.these sixteen projects are expected to create more than 217 direct long-term jobs across regional Queensland. The initial three rounds of the RED Grants Program have seen funding of $10 million over three years to support more than 30 projects which have created 1,800 jobs across regional Queensland.TheGovernment will invest a further $6.6 million to be delivered in two rounds over the next two years to generate good jobs, expand agricultural supply chains and provide significant economic benefit. For more information about the RED Grant scheme visit www.qrida.qld.gov.au Sheep and cattle indicator upgrades
A new Movement Control Order means there will be no movement of bees or beehives into Queensland from anywhere in Australia without a permit.
“There are animal tracks of wedged-tail eagles and kangaroos against the sun’s rays, which represents the great journey made to the Bunyas.“Itcaptures how it wasn’t just us who travelled to the “There’sBunyas.a little bit of fire in the background; it is very“Thissubtle.isbecause back in the day we used to burn country at the Bunyas. Colonel David Lynch said he too has a special fondness for the Bunyas. “What really struck me in this artwork are the bunyas,” he said. “They are iconic in this area.”He said he’s been flying around them for many years and has spent a lot of time at the Bunya Mountains walking through the forests.
Recently, Oakey’s Swartz Barracks unveiled a new Aboriginal artwork representing links between Oakey, the Army, First Nations peoples and the Bunya Mountains.
Local artist Adrian Bauwens visited the base to explain his artwork, “The Pinnacle”, during the unveilingCommandantceremony.of the Army Aviation Training Centre (AAvnTC) Colonel David Lynch gathered with representatives from Swartz Barracks at AAvnTC headquarters where it’s on exhibit. Mr Bauwens, originally from Brisbane but now working and living in the Bunyas, said the site is historic and of cultural significance to his people.“Indigenous people gathered at the Bunyas every three years,” he said. “People travelled from as far as Hervey Bay, northern New South Wales and out west to come and gather here for ceremonies and“Ittrade.acted as a Parliament House essentially.”
New Indigenous artwork at Swartz Barracks in tribute of the Bunyas
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On 11 August, a representative from the School of Army Aviation (SAA) Major Don Murphy (Army Aviation Training Centre Indigenous Liaison Officer) attended a Cultural Burning Workshop held by Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) and the Bunya Peoples Aboriginal Corporation at the Boodua Recreational Reserve.
Other attendees were members of various Rural Fire Brigades, local landowners and LandcaretypeTheorganisations.workshop started with a cultural immersion activity, a Welcome to Country and a Smoking Ceremony.Workshop discussions included Aboriginal Land Management, the cultural use of fire and bush medicine.With Army Aviation, flying and training across the region, this was an opportunity for the Army Aviation Training Centre to liaise with local Indigenous members and the landowner’s community about building up a relationship in sustainable land management. features a wedged-tail eagle, flying over the Bunyas, which is the apex predator of the area – the pinnacle of the land. The landscape rests on a giant bunya nut, and amongst it, there are detailed depictions of Aboriginal people engaged in one of their gatherings as well as paddocks, farmlands and bottle trees – all things representative of the local area.“I thought I’d reference to Oakey and the farmland as well.
“They dominate our training area to the north and to have this image of the Bunya Mountains here is really quite personal and fitting for this location.Artist: Adrian Bauwens - www.bunyastudios.com
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Commandant of the Army Aviation Training Centre Colonel David Lynch with artist Adrian Bauwens stand with his impressive artwork “The Pinnacle”. - Photo, Bradley Richardson
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more regional meetings Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) is considering holding quarterly Ordinary Meetings of Council in regional towns to boost community engagement. Page 16 THE OAKEY CHAMPION Wednesday, August 24, 2022 Need to talk? PCYC Oakey Connect service is available for local young people. To connect or refer, phone or SMS Kat on 0459 836 335. Youth Connect Toowoomba Email:YouthConnectTRCyouthconnect@tr.qld.gov.au Youth TalkOK Phone Orders 0477 289 827 91 CAMPBELL STREET, OAKEY f OPEN M-THUR 8am-5pm FRID 8am-8pm SAT 8am-Noon SUN DINNERBREAKFASTMON-THURBREAKFAST9am-12pm&LUNCHLUNCH&FRI&SAT After school fun back at the Oakey Skatepark PCYC’s Kat Medland is back every Thursday from 3.00pm giving away free sausage sizzles, Cooper Cooper ice blocks and drinks. So make sure to stop by the skatepark on your way home after school! Wear it Purple this Friday! Wear it Purple Day is an annual LGBTIQA+ awareness day celebrated by young people based in Australia to celebrate inclusivity and community. Come on down to the Civic Square in Toowoomba on Friday 26th August from 4.00-6.00pm for live music, a scavenger hunt and food and drinks! Kids Help Line 1800 551 800 TheTavern MatesWhereGreatMeetWhereGreatMatesMeet CampbellOAKEYStreet PH 4692 0900 FavouriteOakey’sBistro FRIDAY: Social Fishing & Club Raffles 7:00pm SATURDAY: Community Chest 1.30pm in Aid of Dr EAF McDonald House Oakey Hospital SUNDAY: Publicans FREE Raffles 12 -1.30pm Raffles MatesMates ? LUNCH 11.30am to 2.00pm | DINNER 5.30pm to 8.00pm For Bookings Phone 4961 3190 FREE SPECIALS Bundaberg Rum (UP & Red) Johnnie Walker Red Label Captain Morgan Spiced Rum Gordons Gin XXXX Gold Stubbies $47.99 Great Northern Original Stubbies $55.99 Wolfblass Red Label Wine Range $7.99ea McWilliams Hanwood Estate Grand Tawny Aged 10 years, 750ml $24.99 ALL 700ml $44.99EA} DON’T FORGET FATHER’S DAY! Famous Salad Bar Still Available FRIDAY NIGHT KARAOKE 8:30pm-Late 24/8/22 to 6/9/22
Last Friday, St Monica’s and Oakey State School banded together to host a giant Under 8s Day event.
I have recently attended the National Homelessness Conference in Canberra. The message is that the housing crisis cannot be solved by simply throwing more money at it. This is a nationwide problem, and it will require all levels of government working together to solve it. As Deputy Chair of the Joint Standing Committee on Economics, I will make sure that Groom’s issues are being listened to in Canberra. I will continue listening and working hard for you.
“This shows we are reachable and that we care for all of our regional townships,” Cr O’Hara Sullivan said. “It also sends a clear message we are invested in these areas and that we want to hear the issues which are most important to our residents in those communities.“Having meetings in the smaller communities would provide an opportunity for school groups and residents to interact with us more and it would allow for individuals in those areas to give delegations to Council.”
Oakey schools celebrate Under 8s Day
“Three lucky winners will be chosen to travel to Parliament House in Canberra with their guardians to present their speech.”Mr Hamilton said first speeches come in all shapes and sizes, and the competition allows students in Years 10, 11 and 12 to express their political views by submitting a 90-second speech.
More information about the ‘My First Speech Competition’ can be found at www.aph.gov.au/ myfirstspeech
With an area that spans almost 13,000km2, Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) Planning and Development Committee Chair Cr Megan O’Hara Sullivan said Councillors were looking for more ways to engage with all residents throughout the Region.
Garth Hamilton MP and Amanda Dalton from Protea Place at the National Homelessness Conference Spoil Dad on FATHER’S DAY Shop 29, Wilsonton Shopping Centre Open: M-F 9am-5pm Sat till Noon motorrific@bigpond.com Councillor Megan O’Hara Sullivan.
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“Their task is to write a 90-second speech about issues they are passionate about record themselves presenting the speech on video. Be a politician for a day!
“A Member’s first speech is a longstanding tradition that provides an opportunity for them to speak about issues they are passionate about,” he said. “The ‘My First Speech’ competition gives students the perfect opportunity to have their say on issues close to their heart. “The competition encourages students to imagine themselves as newly-elected Members.
The number one issue people have been raising with me as I travel around our region is housing. Whether it is housing affordability or housing availability, there isn’t a corner of Groom that is not affected by the crisis. Young people are struggling to save a deposit, rental property vacancy rates are at all-time lows, and empty nesters have very limited options for downsizing.
ABOVE: Parents and students having some good, old-fashioned fun. ABOVE LEFT: Students learning the important skills of hockey on this obstacle course!
Council considers
“We all get feedback about not being accessible enough so we need to look at ways we can change this as we genuinely want to hear from each community member in the Toowoomba Region,” she said. “The effects of COVID have been felt right across our Region and the impacts of the pandemic have restricted some of our planned community engagement.”Atthe Ordinary Meeting of Council last week, Councillors unanimously supported a motion for a report to be presented in October, which would outline a variety of options and officer recommendations for additional engagement of Councillors into regional communities.Aspartof this report, Council will investigate the proposal of conducting quarterly Ordinary Meetings of Council in regional townships.
Authorised by G. Hamilton, Liberal Garth HAMILTON MP Federal Member for Groom 516 Ruthven Street, Toowoomba QLD 4350 07 4632 4144
Sadly, the crisis is also driving up the incidence of homelessness in Groom, especially amongst women aged 55 and above. When access to safe and secure housing is unavailable, it can impact a person’s health, employment, and relationships.
Federal member for Groom Garth Hamilton is encouraging all students to enter the Commonwealth Parliament’s ‘My First Speech’ competition.
BELOW: This lucky student is getting some face paint.
