On Our Selection News - 8th June 2023

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Councillor ‘devastated’ about War Memorial

Cr Taylor has a strong connection with Cambooya and the surrounding district and has attended numerous Anzac Day services at the memorial, including this year.

“It is devastating for history, for people with family memorialised on the cenotaph,” Cr Taylor said.

“Fortunately, no one’s been hurt so we can be thankful for that.”

A Queensland Police spokesperson said a 39-years-old Cambooya man has been fined in relation to the crash.

“Police will allege the man was driving a Ford Falcon on Eton Street around 6.17am, that crashed into a monument, causing significant damage,” the spokesperson said.

“He was issued with three infringement notices, including exceeding the speed limit by more than 20km/h ($646); careless driving ($575); and driver involved in a crash failing to fulfil duties ($287).”

Police investigations are continuing.

Cr Taylor said she had been suggesting for quite some time that strong bollards or something similar should be built between the memorial and the road to prevent an incident.

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Toowoomba Region Councillor and former Cambooya Shire Mayor Carol Taylor has expressed her sadness following the recent destruction of the Cambooya War Memorial by a car.

Cambooya State School students, who have also been joined by Ramsay State School students, commemorate Anzac Day at the War Memorial every year.

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One of the biggest fixtures on the calendar, the Westbrook Wheels’ Show ‘n’ Shine, will be held on Saturday, 22 July.

Organiser Tony Reinke said the event, being held at Centenary Park on Barwick Street, will be open for display cars from 7.30am and open to the public from 9am.

There will be ten trophies to hand out as well as people’s choice.

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Each year proceeds are donated to a worthwhile organisation, Bunker’s Hill State School P&C last year receiving over $9,000.

Proceeds this year are going to Wellcamp State School.

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At this year’s Cambooya State School Anzac Day service, held just a month before the War Memorial was destroyed, a discussion was had between Cr Taylor and others regarding the potential for a vehicle to damage the site.

Cr Taylor said the risk is heightened during the Anzac Day service, where kids sit on tarps around the War Memorial which are very close to the road.

She said she would be going to great effort to ensure the Cambooya War Memorial is restored as soon as it can be.

“It’s important not just for Cambooya but for the wider community - I’d like to see it back,” Cr Taylor said.

“I think we should really seriously consider moving it back in the park further away from the road.

“I want to assure the community it will be built.”

TRC Environment and Community Committee Chair Cr James O’Shea told On Our Selection News last week Toowoomba Regional Council officers are in the process of assessing the cost and timeline for repairing the memorial.

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Hamilton speaks out against pharmacy changes

In parliament last week, Member for Groom Garth Hamilton voiced his concern that changes implemented by the Federal Government to do with the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme will hurt pharmacies in regional areas.

From September, consumers will be able to purchase two months supply, rather than the current one month supply, of more than 300 medicines.

Mr Hamilton said the direct impact of this policy will be to reduce the viability of small regional local pharmacies, in some cases to the point of closure.

“Having spoken at length to several pharmacists in my electorate, my greatest concern is for residents of small communities like Goombungee, Kingsthorpe, Cambooya and Westbrook,” Mr Hamilton said.

“The small local pharmacies in these towns simply are not large enough to sustain significant changes to their business model.

“Nathan Jarvis, the owner of the Oakey Pharmacy, told me that the impact of this change would be a direct bottom-line cost of $283,000.

“Not only would this change impact the service he is able to provide to his community, including free deliveries and cheap provision of Webster-paks, it reduces his ability to support the local sports clubs and community organisations in the town of Oakey.”

“This family run business plays a crucial role in its community, and the impacts of this decision will be broadly felt.”

Mr Hamilton said there was a complete lack of consultation with regional pharmacists prior to announcing the policy.

“I do doubt that the government has fully understood the consequences of its actions.

“Small country towns are doing it tough right now, and this government must not make a bad situation worse by rushing through this ill-considered policy.

“I implore the minister (Mark Butler) to go out and listen to those regional pharmacists and understand the consequences of this policy.”

Also in parliament, Health Minister Mark Butler said every dollar saved by this measure will be reinvested into pharmacy.

“We are talking with all groups in the pharmacy sector, including the Pharmacy Guild, about the best way to make

that investment, including, in particular, the impact on rural pharmacies,” Minister Butler said.

Managing Pharmacist

Andrew Lord of Mary’s Family Pharmacy in Middle Ridge (right) said the change in legislation for medication supply will have many adverse affects on his business and its customers.

“Stock control will become more difficult, resulting in some patients getting two months’ supply

and some missing out,” Mr Lord said.

“It will have an effect on our bottom line, which will affect our ability to do deliveries, blood pressure checks and vaccinations.”

Mr Lord said although the change is good news for some customers, the majority of customers that have spoken to him about the change expressed concern.

“It looks good on the surface but is being done in a way that will impact the pharmacy itself.”

He said there had been zero consultation from the government.

The Australian Government estimates that the change from a 30 day supply to a 60 day supply will save up to $180 a year, per medicine for general patients and up to $43.80 a year, per medicine for concession card holders.

The change to 60-day dispensing will also halve the number of visits needed to GPs to get prescriptions filled.

The change has received support from bodies including the Heart Foundation, Diabetes Australia, Arthritis Australia and the Breast Cancer Network, while it has received intense opposition from the Pharmacy Guild of Australia.

Member for Groom Garth Hamilton.

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Knockout line-up of Australian music royalty

Jon Stevens, Eurogliders, Hoodoo Gurus, Sneaky Sound System and Budjerah are all headed to Toowoomba for the Festival of Food and Wine at the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers from September 8th to the 10th.

These top musical groups and other leading and local sound-makers will come together at Queens Park for the three-day celebration.

Foodie Queen, Justine Schofield will give Farm to Fork demonstrations, leading the flavour charge of over 20 local food offerings, 15 pop-up local Cellar Doors, feature floral designs, flower crown making, cocktail bars and floral beer options will all be part of the ever popular Carnival of Flowers.

Chair of the Toowoomba Regional Council Environment and Community Services Committee Cr James O’Shea announced the Festival line-up last week.

“Our festival keeps getting better and better, and this year we again welcome some of Australia’s best music makersmusicians who have created this country’s biggest anthems, like the Hoodoo Gurus and Jon Stevens, and emerging stars like Budjerah, who opened for Ed Sheeran, and this week is performing at the Sydney Opera House,” Cr O’Shea said.

“Combine this music mix with a wonderful three days of incredible flavours, produce and wine, fresh from the bountiful pastures, orchards and vineyards of the Toowoomba Region and the result is an experience for the ages.”

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Live music will feature each of the three days of Festival, with the local line-up to be announced later this month.

Famed MasterChef foodie Justine Schofield leads the Farm to Fork demonstrations as Queens Park becomes home to The Tasting Room.

This will see bars serving sips from 4Brothers Brewery, Pechey Distilling Co and Burleigh Brewing, as well as the BBQ Pityard from Paddock Butchery, the sell-out Botanical Society area, and more than 35 food and wine stalls.

Flower Crown making stations return, with the floral displays again a feature.

The internationally acclaimed Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers will take over September as 30 days of petals, flavours, sounds and sights, headlined by 190,000 blooms.

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Clockwise, from top left: Eurogliders, Sneaky Sound System, Jon Stevens and Hoodoo Gurus.

Have your say on 2032 Olympics legacy

The State Government has announced it would like input from people regarding the legacy that the Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games of 2032 should have on Queensland, Australia and Oceania in the years preceding and after the event.

Toowoomba Region Mayor Paul Antonio is encouraging people on the Darling Downs to participate in the survey.

He said there needs to be a clear focus on what is needed beyond the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

“There will be an unprecedented level of infrastructure required, and this must be done in the right way to leave a lasting legacy for the broader region,” he said.

“As well as the infrastructure required to host events, we need improved technology and connectivity throughout South East Queensland.

Westbrook man involved in fatal crash

A 50-years-old Westbrook man has escaped uninjured from a two-vehicle crash on the Western Downs that claimed the life of a Newtown woman.

Initial information indicates that just after 4pm last Friday, 2 June, a maroon Ford Falcon sedan and a white Toyota Landcruiser were being driven north-east along the Moonie Highway, east of Cambridge Crossing Road, when a collision occurred.

The driver and sole occupant of the sedan, a 65-years-old Newtown woman, died at the scene from her injuries.

The driver and sole occupant of the Landcruiser, the 50-years-old Westbrook man, was not physically injured.

Officers appeal for witnesses who may have observed the two vehicles driving in the area around 4pm to come forward.

The Forensic Crash Unit’s investigation continues.

“This survey will allow residents to provide feedback on the draft vision, themes and focus areas for the Games.”

The only event scheduled in Toowoomba or the Darling Downs is football (soccer) with matches to be played at Toowoomba Sports Ground (Clive Berghofer Stadium).

Information on the draft vision and themes can be found at qld.gov.au/about/brisbane2032

The survey can be found at haveyoursay.dsdilgp.qld.gov.au/ brisbane2032-legacy-plan-qld-gov-au and is open until 25 June.

Farmers: look up and live

On average, every six days, somewhere in Queensland, farm machinery hits powerlines. As such, Ergon Energy is asking everyone on the land to Look Up and Live. important to take the time to assess the area you’re working in, especially the location of any power poles and powerlines.

There were 57 incidents where tractors, trucks, augers, harvesters, slashers and tree felling equipment contacted the power network last year.

It is an ongoing pattern which has crews in the Ergon field teams deeply worried.

“The majority of these contacts were with our high voltage overhead powerlines. It really sends a chill through me just thinking about it,” Area Manager Matt Oar said.

“There has been a surge in the number of contacts made by tractors – they’ve more than doubled, from six in 2021 to 16 last year.

“We want everyone to stay focused and stay safe so that at the end of their day’s work, they can go home to their loved ones.”

For, harvester and haul-out operators working around the clock, situational awareness is also critical.

“Sometimes people are so focused on the task at hand they don’t see the inherent dangers out there,” Mr Oar said.

“It just takes a momentary lapse in concentration and suddenly, you’re facing the risk of electrocution, so it’s

“There’s been a very slight reduction in agriculture equipment contacting powerlines year-on-year, from 61 in 2021 to 57 in the past 12 months, and while it’s good to see any reduction, having dangerous events happening weekly is not cause for celebration, and we should all be extremely concerned.”

Mr Oar said spinning powerline markers were a vibrant reminder to Look Up and Live.

“They’re a great visual indicator of powerlines in those high-traffic areas where you’re spraying, cropping, harvesting or loading. They quickly jog your memory to stay a safe distance away from live wires to prevent life-threatening accidents, injuries or fires on your farm,” he said.

“Powerline markers are cost-effective and it’s a very simple measure you can implement to keep you and anyone else working on your farm safe.

“Ergon Energy is continuing its safety campaign asking people working around powerlines to Look Up and Live and if you accidentally contact a power pole or wires, stay in the vehicle if safe, call triple zero and wait for help.

“You really need to look out for powerlines when you’re working on a property or farm because poles and wires can blend into the surroundings, but the risk is real and if you ignore it the consequences can be devastating.”

Fatal crash west of Westbrook

A motorcyclist died following a collision with a vehicle on the Gore Highway at Umbiram last Sunday.

Preliminary inquiries indicate that around 3.30pm a yellow Triumph Daytona motorbike and white Subaru Forester were travelling northeast along the Gore Highway between Southbrook and Westbrook when the collision occurred.

Subsequently, a grey Mazda CX-3 travelling in the opposite direction, was struck by the motorcycle.

An off duty nurse provided immediate assistance ahead of the emergency response, however the rider, a 24-years-old Pittsworth man died at the scene.

The highway was closed for several hours with local diversions before re-opening around 7.30pm.

The drivers and passenger of the two vehicles were not physically injured.

Police have appealed for witnesses who may have observed the motorcyclist riding in the area around 3pm to come forward.

The Forensic Crash Unit’s investigation continues.

Foggy? Slow down!

In light of recent foggy conditions in the Darling Downs, police have issued a timely reminder for all road users to drive to the conditions.

Senior Constable

(pictured) said you must have your headlights, taillights and number plate lights on when you drive at night or in bad weather which causes reduced visibility.

“Ensure your vehicle is visible by using your fitted specialised fog lights or lowbeam when it is difficult to see other vehicles or objects,

due to poor weather conditions such as heavy rain or fog,” Senior Constable Elks said.

“Fog lights should not be used in clear weather conditions, whether it is day or night.

“Remember to drive safely and drive to the conditions of the road.”

Toowoomba R.L. results

Round 8 of the Hutchinson Builders Toowoomba Rugby League competition was played last weekend.

On Saturday, Warwick Cowboys defeated Pittsworth Danes 34 to 24, Toowoomba Valleys Roosters defeated Brothers Leprechauns 62 to 12 and Oakey Bears had their first win of the season, beating Newtown Lions 54 to 6.

On Sunday, Dalby Diehards defeated Goondiwindi Boars 36 to 26, Gatton Hawks defeated Southern Suburbs Tigers 38 to 14 and Wattles Warriors beat Highfields Eagles 44 to 20. Valleys, Warwick and Gatton sit atop the ladder with seven wins apiece.

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Rev. Rick Gummow shares a brief history of All Saints’ Anglican Church in Cambooya and its important role in the surrounding district.

“Why!” wrote a perplexed Patrick Leslie in his diary in 1848 regarding the choice to base a new settlement at Drayton.

“It has only the Public House, (first called The Fiver, then the Bull’s head), two shanties and just one well!”

This is a direct quote with Leslie’s exclamation marks used.

By 1840, land for “free settlers” [sic] was made available on the Darling Downs and Drayton was the first village.

This lack of water meant that, some years later, the new settlement moved a few kilometres north and east to what we now know as Toowoomba.

In that same year, The Rev. Benjamin Glennie, who had only been in Australia for seven months, came from Moreton Bay.

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He held the first public church service on the Downs at the public house in Drayton, which according to (historian) Kathleen Simmons was “certainly the smallest and possibly the least civilised that he had visited.”

Drayton was then part of the Diocese of Newcastle, which stretched from the Hawkesbury all the way to Cape York and had a population of just 40,000.

Glennie travelled first, however, to the little town of Cambooya, the name of the residence of the Commissioner for Crown Lands, Christopher Rolleston.

Glennie lived in Cambooya for the first six months of his 40 or so years in Drayton and the Downs.

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The little township of Cambooya, about 20 kilometres out on the Downs from Drayton, has always been an integral part of The Parish of Drayton.

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In 1904 the first All Saints’ Anglican Church was built in Cambooya. It was paid for by 1905, but was destroyed in a tornado in 1914.

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Work started on the new All Saints’ soon afterwards and is the one we still use every Sunday at 10am.

It is a beautiful example of an early 20th century Queensland timber church, and is the largest in the parish.

It is quite a bit bigger than the beautiful stone church of St Matthew’s, Drayton.

It was built by Patrick Doyle for £798 and paid for by local parishioners with donations of between “sixpence and 100 pounds.”

The new All Saints’ was dedicated by the Archbishop, The Most Rev. St Clair Donaldson, on November 7, 1915.

Commenting on its destruction and rebuilding, he said: “the result is the parish is ten thousand times better off than it would have been had the old building not been blown away.”

The only material change to the building since has been the relocation of the pulpit.

The old one was found to be a “rather imposing structure that acts to hide the Lord from the congregation on the north side of the church.”

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Cambooya: a brief history

By “Hiding

the Lord,” they meant some of the congregation couldn’t see the priest’s actions at the altar during the Great Thanksgiving.

When the parish had five church centres, Cambooya was its geographical heart.

Because of this, many parish and town celebrations were held there.

Even now, the three denominations in Cambooya have this same sense of unity.

Four times a year, on the fifth Sunday, we still all meet together to worship, moving between the Anglican, Uniting, and Roman Catholic Churches.

But some things do not change. The Rev. Joseph Taylor, at his first Parish Council meeting in 1941, remarked on two things: the beauty of the parish’s churches and the parlous nature of the parish finances!

Drayton is an aging, yet enthusiastic and growing parish, but the beauty of our two main parish churches, St. Matthew’s in Drayton and All Saints’ in Cambooya, requires a startling amount of money to maintain.

Our vision for our communities on the Downs is to truly show the great love of God as we go out into these communities in the faithfulness and grace of Christ – just as it has been since Benjamin Glennie first came by horse to this “small and uncivilised” area of what was formerly part of the vast Newcastle Diocese. Originally published in Anglican Focus

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Rev. Rick Gummow at the All Saints’ Anglican Church in Cambooya.

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Greenmount State School has been abuzz this month with activities aplenty.

Mother’s Day, Do It For Dolly Day, Taco Tuesday, State of Origin and Gala Day.

Greenmount Playgroup Mums were treated to a special tea party served by the children for Mother’s Day with our principal as a special guest.

Delicious treats were served and precious gifts were given.

Do it for Dolly is an important day for conversation and awareness.

All staff and students wore ‘blue’ for the day in support of this very worthwhile cause.

Our very own student council organised Taco Tuesday and a movie viewing.

The years 3-6 displayed fabulous culinary skills by cooking and preparing the tacos for the evening.

They were delicious!

This was followed by the movie Sonic the Hedgehog 2.

Wednesday was a sea of maroon for our first State of Origin on Wednesday. Go Queensland!!

Last Friday our years 3–6 students showed great sportsmanship and camaraderie when they travelled to Allora for our first Gala Day.

This is a day when soccer, rugby league and netball are

played with heart and soul, enjoyment and mateship. New skills are learnt and put to the test competing against other schools in the district. A second day of competition will be held on Friday 9th June.

Nashos news

On Sunday, 18th June the Toowoomba & District branch of the National Servicemen’s Association will host a lunch during which the widows of our deceased Nashos will be presented with a brooch depicting the three armed services.

This day shows the widows that the service their husbands gave to their country through National Service is much appreciated.

There were two National Service schemes - 1951-1959 and 1965-1972.

Nashos were ordinary 18 years old teenagers who were called for compulsory military training at the time of the Korean War, the first scheme.

The second scheme, at the time of the Vietnam War, 20 years old males were called up for two years.

Some of these young men were sent to Vietnam and 210 of these Nashos gave their lives for their country.

Recently the Toowoomba branch members proudly marched behind the Nasho flag on Anzac Day, and badge stalls were held in shopping centres.

The eldest of our Nashos are turning 90 years of age this year and a celebration of this achievement will be held later in the year.

We would encourage many Nashos, their friends and supporters to attend the widows lunch at the Irish Club Hotel, on Sunday 18 June commencing at noon.

The cost is $25 per person and money can be deposited in Heritage Bank, BSB 638 070 account 8863644, please reference with your name and number.

Please let me know if you are attending before this Friday 9th June by phone 4633 2564 or 0417 660 464.

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Greenmount mums and tikes celebrate Mother’s Day.

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Utilising state-of-the-art and class-leading technology Toowoomba Hospital’s Medical Imaging team performed a first for the region and Queensland, having recently conducted a contrast enhanced mammography (CEM) biopsy, a procedure that had only been done in Australia once before.

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Roslyn Farquharson said the CEM capability was implemented into Darling Downs Health two years ago as part of the Diagnostic Breast Service, and the biopsy was a milestone first for the health service.

“CEM was installed at Toowoomba Hospital to complement the Diagnostic Breast Service and to have the latest technology available for rural and regional patients,” Ms Farquharson said.

“Biopsies are typically done through a more traditional approach using ultrasound or a standard mammogram, however this isn’t always possible and that’s when we can utilise the capability of the CEM.

“Typically, Contrast Enhanced Mammography isn’t offered outside of large metropolitan areas, so to have the ability to offer this service in regional Queensland is a significant achievement for Darling Downs Health.

“Recently we were able to conduct a contrast enhanced biopsy which ultimately saved the patient a trip to Brisbane for a more complicated procedure.”

Nanango resident, Margaret Beezley said the procedure was straightforward and the staff reassured her through the process.

“It was great to be able to come to Toowoomba and receive the care I needed. What could’ve been a two-day trip to Brisbane, I was able to come to Toowoomba, have the procedure and go back home on the same day,” Ms. Beezley said.

“It is so important that people in rural and regional communities have access to innovative healthcare solutions

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The Year 5s at Cambooya State School have been working hard learning about the Solar System this term and recently completed their assessment, which looked a lot like a Science Fair.

They completed dioramas, power points and brochures

and I am a little bit chuffed that I was the first person to receive this procedure.”

Ms Farquharson said the exciting new technology has also been an opportunity for radiologists to develop their skills through professional development and training courses.

“This service allows us to upskill our staff and provide them another avenue to advance their careers and knowledge.

“We are training our radiologists to identify lesions through the use of CEM and how a biopsy can be completed with the same technology.”

The introduction of contrast enhanced mammography is another major imaging advancement made at Toowoomba Hospital over recent years, which has also included angiography and ongoing upgrades of existing and new imaging machines.

Anyone concerned about the possibility of breast cancer should talk to their GP.

about the Solar System, then had to answer questions as a variety of adults and students walked around to take a look.

Not only did the Year 5s learn a great deal, but so did anybody who visited the exhibit.

It certainly looked like the Universe had shrunk and was in the Year 5 room.

impressive solar system displays.

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Medical Imaging Operations Manager Roslyn Farquharson and Consultant Radiologist, Dr Chanchala Athulathmudali with the contrast enhanced mammogram machine at Toowoomba Hospital.

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DARLING DOWNS ZOO EXCURSION

Last Tuesday, our students in Years 3 – 6 travelled to the Darling Downs Zoo to have a look at the animals and their habitats.

Specifically, children were practising drawing labelled scientific drawings of the animals, considering their classification, determining the habitat and the features within

this area and the adaptations or structural features the animals have to ensure their survival in these habitats.

It was great to see our students engage in the talks from the zoo keepers, asking questions to gain a better understanding of the animals and how they survive, considering these ideas and what this means for their learning.

We were given the opportunity to hold an alligator and pat a python.

This was really exciting for some students and quite challenging for others.

Thank you to the Darling Downs Zoo staff members for their time and energy – they were wonderful with our children, taking the time to consider and answer their questions and supporting their learning in a ‘really cool’ outdoor classroom.

With a tiger in the background, from left, Mia, Mason, Rachel and Brylee.

From left: Mitchell, Max, Mason (holding an alligator!) and Malea.

Chad Morgan wows packed crowd

It’s an achievement to make it to 90 years of age in any capacity, let alone performing in front a sell-out crowd as country music legend Chad Morgan did last Sunday at Gowrie Little Plain Hall.

Nominate a local hero

It’s almost time to think about who you would like to thank for their tireless work in the community with nominations opening soon for the 2023 Queensland Community Achievement Awards.

If someone has impressed you with their community spirit, why not nominate them!

The Queensland Community Achievement Awards will launch next Friday, 16 June and the state-wide search for local contributors who are making a real difference in your region will begin.

Every town has:

•That inspiring individual, who we all wonder where they always find the time

•The local business forever supporting its community whilst running the best business in town

•The community group that is helping... well everyone and everything

The awards celebrate those people who have contributed to their community, no matter how big or small.

Full details of the category descriptions and the conditions of entry can be found at awardsaustralia.com/qldcaa

Have someone in mind that you would like to nominate?

You can submit an early nomination by heading to and select ‘Refer Someone’.

Alternatively, make the process that much easier by calling 1300 055 096 or emailing qcaa@awardsaustralia.com and passing on the nominated person’s details.

All nominees will receive a letter of congratulations and a certificate of encouragement for their nomination.

Nominations close Tuesday, 22 August, with judging to take place throughout September.

Winners will be announced in November.

There was hardly a spare seat in sight at Gowrie Little Plain Hall (above) for a Chad Morgan (right) concert.