On Our Selection News - 10th February 2022

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Covering Cambooya, Hodgson Vale, Westbrook, Wyreema Districts "DAD AND DAVE COUNTRY"

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THURSDAY, February 10, 2022

Sorghum in full bloom

Tim Williams, or Capture the Dog, has snapped this beautiful scene of a blooming sorghum crop at Frank Road, Cambooya. See more of his photos on page 2

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Some more from Capture the Dog

Here are a few more spectacular snaps from Cambooya’s Tim Williams, or Capture the Dog. Mr Williams moved to the area a few months ago from the “As I’m on a disability pension, I’m loving exploring the Sunshine Coast but has already found quite a few picturesque countryside and seeing the amazing colours and scenes local places. provided by this beautiful area we live in and call home,” Mr He said he uses photography to beat his mental health Williams said. demons and keep himself active.

The Capture the Dog name comes from Mr Williams’ battle with mental health, specifically the ‘black dog’ of depression, which he has been battling with for some time.

To see more, including photos of motorsport and animals, visit his Facebook page ‘Capture the Dog’ or visit his website capturethedog.com LEFT: A bolt of lightning strikes at Sunset near Henry Road, Cambooya.

BELOW: A view of a storm cell enveloping the sky from Pittsworth Felton Road, Felton.

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Wyreema man killed in Kingsthorpe crash

A 21-years-old Wyreema man, Thomas William Geitz, died early last Friday morning after the vehicle he was travelling in hit a tree at Kingsthorpe.

At around 12.30am, a sedan was travelling along East Street when it left the roadway near the intersection with North Street, hitting the tree.

There were four occupants in the vehicle, all of whom were entrapped.

The driver, Thomas Geitz, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The three passengers, aged 26, 17 and 17 and from the Oakey area, were hospitalised with serious injuries, with the 26 and a 17-year old transported by helicopter to Brisbane, and the other boy transported by road to Toowoomba Hospital.

The pilots of both LifeFlight aircraft were able to land safely at a nearby oval, along with the Queensland Government (QGAir) rescue helicopter.

Queensland Ambulance Service personnel transported a teenage survivor with leg injuries to the oval.

Medical teams from both choppers treated one of the 17 years old patients, who was then airlifted by the LifeFlight SGAS helicopter to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital.

A patient was airlifted to the Princess Alexandra Hospital Three helicopters and an ambulance were needed to in a critical condition with head injuries. transport the three patients who survived the crash.

The patient airlifted to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Photo, LifeFlight Hospital was in a critical condition with leg injuries.

A male in his teens was transported by road to Toowoomba Hospital in a stable condition with a lower leg injury.

194 January cases for Cambooya - Wyreema

The Cambooya - Wyreema Statistical Area, which also covers Vale View, Mount Rascal and Hodgson Vale, had 194 cases of COVID-19 recorded in January.

More specifically, there were 60 cases recorded in the 4358 postcode (covering Cambooya, 21 in 4359 (covering Greenmount) and 10 in 4360 (in Nobby).

In total, there have been 10,389 cases and 11 deaths in the Darling Downs Health area.

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During this program, you will be guided by an experienced mentor to develop a business plan specifically tailored to grow your business.

Expressions of interest for our February intake close 11 February 2022.

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Community and not-for-profit groups are welcome to apply for our latest round of community grants.

The funding program covers applications for the Sport and Recreation, Event Support, Community Support, Community Economic Development, Environment, Cultural and Arts Support and Sports Tourism grants.

Call 131 872 to book a consultation with relevant staff to arrange for help with tailoring grant proposals.

Applications close 1 March 2022.

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TRC community grant funding open

Applications are now open, until 1 March, for Toowoomba Regional Council’s (TRC) next round of community grants.

Environment and Community Services Committee chair Cr organisations to deliver the types of projects that they know James O’Shea said community and not-for-profit groups were will support economic growth and opportunities in their own welcome to apply for funding to assist their project or event. communities.

Cr O’Shea said the current funding program covered “Council envisages that these grants will support the applications for the Sport and Recreation, Event Support, implementation of the Toowoomba Region Economic Community Support, Community Economic Development, Development Strategy and township economic development Environment, Cultural and Arts Support and Sports Tourism plans like the Community Growth Action Plans.” grants.

Cr O’Shea said residents could call 131 872 to book a He said revised eligibility criteria for the Sport and consultation with relevant staff to arrange for help with Recreation grant program meant groups that had small tailoring grant proposals. projects that required smaller contributions could now access “Council appreciates the difficulty smaller groups face to the program. find money for projects, services and facilities,” Cr O’Shea Toowoomba Region Mayor Paul Antonio said Community said.

Economic Development grants up to $5,000 (or in some cases “Council is pleased to offer financial assistance to a diverse up to $10,000 per applicant, with matched funding) were range of community and not-for-profit groups. available to help community organisations deliver programs “Preference is given to applications that fulfil a range of designed to benefit local businesses and the broader area. criteria covering community inclusiveness and interaction, a “Council is determined to support our Chambers of willingness to encourage community partnerships, upgrading Commerce, Progress Associations and other not-for-profit facilities or services or establishing a new service, facility or groups who meet the selection criteria to deliver programs initiative. and job-creating projects that will benefit local businesses, “Different funding caps apply across various grant particularly as our businesses continue to recover from the categories.” effects of the Coronavirus pandemic,” Mayor Antonio said.

Grant applications in each category are assessed by a panel “This funding is aimed specifically at empowering local including TRC staff from the specified area and Councillors.

The competitive review process means that not all projects always can be fully funded.

The current grant round is expected to be presented for approval by Council at its April meetings.

Cr O’Shea said Council approved more than $332, 000 covering 56 applications in the previous grant round in September 2021.

More information can be viewed at tr.qld.gov.au/grants

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It will still be a requirement to use the app at businesses where visitors need to be fully vaccinated, such as restaurants, cafes and nursing homes, to ensure compliance with rules regarding vaccination, Among the type of venues where checking in will no longer be required, Health Minister Yvette D’Ath included hairdressing, beauty therapy, gyms, many indoor play centres, real estate and auction houses and indoor sports centres.

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CBD parking upgrade Properties robbed in Ramsay, Greenmount

Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) has awarded Duncan Solutions Australia a contract to supply a Smart Parking Integrated Infrastructure solution to support Council’s implementation of the Toowoomba City Centre Car Parking Strategy.

Infrastructure Committee portfolio leader Cr Melissa Taylor said the introduction of the new technology would not only mean parking in the CBD would be easier than ever, but would also be a catalyst for other project innovations across the Region.

“We’re excited to bring this Smart Cities technology to the Toowoomba Region and plan to commence active engagement with residents and business communities from late February 2022,” she said.

“By simply downloading a phone application, residents and visitors will be able to easily find available car parks and have more payment options, including contactless payment. For customers who choose not to download the app, our existing payment methods will still be available.

“Another key function of the new technology will be for app users to receive notifications before parking time limits are reached to avoid infringements, with free parking introduced for the first 30 minutes in CBD on-street one and two hour car parking spaces.

Cr Taylor said ultimately, it is intended that motorists will be able to take advantage of real-time digital parking signs identifying available parking spaces.

Lot reconfiguration approved at Top Camp

An application to Toowoomba Regional Council to reconfigure one lot at 66 Geddes Road at Top Camp into three lots has been approved.

The application, submitted on 22 October 2021, was approved last Wednesday, 2 February.

The land, totalling four hectares, is located on the western side of Geddes Road, between Echidna Crescent and Claudia Court.

There is a house located on the land.

Residents in rural areas previously thought safe from thieves should think again following two robberies last week at Ramsay and East Greenmount.

A property on Sawpit Road at Ramsay was broken into on Wednesday morning and a property on Bell Road at East Greenmount on Thursday morning.

A neighbour said the Ramsay property had crystal and jewellery stolen from it and the East Greenmount property laptops and car keys amongst other things.

The neighbour said in the East Greenmount incident, they believe the perpetrator had entered the premises by busting the door jamb.

A dark-coloured sedan was seen in the vicinity.

Both crimes were reported to police.

It is unknown if there is any connection between the two incidents.

In the Cambooya Police Division, covering Cambooya, Greenmount, East Greenmount and Ramsay, there have been 15 incidents of unlawful entry reported in the last year, with ten occurring in the Cambooya township.

Over the same time period, there have been ten incidents in Hodgson Vale and Top Camp combined.

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Jo Sheppard new QFF CEO Drought-tackling tools

With a depth of experience across multiple industry sectors, Jo Sheppard has been appointed as the new CEO of Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF).

Ms Sheppard (above) most recently served as Director of Stakeholder Engagement at the University of Southern Queensland.

Previous roles include CEO of the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce, Director on the board of Sunwater, and previously an elected Councillor and Mayor of Paroo Shire Council which covers Cunnamulla.

Ms Sheppard said advocating on behalf of Queensland’s farmers is a significant responsibility and, given the importance of the agriculture sector to the state’s economy and regional communities, effective representation is critical.

“Despite facing ongoing challenges including the COVID-19 pandemic, rising input prices, biosecurity incursions and climate change, Queensland farmers continue to produce world-class food, fibre and foliage.

“I look forward to supporting and striving for a better deal for Queensland’s farmers to strengthen their productivity and profitability into the future,” Ms Sheppard said.

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The Drought Resilience Self-Assessment Tool (DR.SAT) and the updated Climate Services for Agriculture (CSA) platform provide farmers with the best available climate data to help prepare for future drought and climate change.

They are a $32 million investment under the Federal Government’s $5 billion Future Drought Fund.

Minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia David Littleproud said the Drought Resilience Self-Assessment Tool (DR.SAT) and updated Climate Services for Agriculture (CSA) platform are two key investments for drought prevention.

“These tools are about using technology to make climate information more accessible and useful for farmers, industry, and rural and regional communities,” Mr Littleproud said.

“My department has worked with farmers here in Maranoa to ensure the prototypes provided information which was accessible and useful.

“We will continue to work with farmers and agribusiness to develop tools that are practical and will make a real difference to rural and regional Australia.”

The CSA platform provides farmers with historical climate data, seasonal forecasts, and future climate projections at a 5km2 resolution across the country.

“Climate information for cattle, wheat, sheep, almonds, apples, barley, canola, and lupins is now available,” Mr Littleproud said.

“An apple farmer in Stanthorpe can see if the risk of sun damage to their crop is expected to change in future - this means that farmers can easily assess how the climate variables that matter to their business could change in future.

The DR.SAT is a free tool to help farmers prepare for future drought.

“Farmers can explore the current and past condition of their property through satellite imagery and complete simple surveys to assess how they are tracking in terms of financial performance and personal wellbeing,” the Minister said.

“The tool also helps farmers understand how their land might be impacted by climate into the future, and then see a tailored set of practical options and resources to manage these impacts.”

See the DRSAT tool at www.drsat.com.au and the CSA tool at www.climate servicesforag.indraweb.io

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A third student Ned came for a few days. We decided to interview our two students Isaac (Year 3) and Evelyn (Prep) for their views on the last two weeks.

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Isaac “It’s much calmer because it’s a lot quieter without all the kids. I liked being the oldest kid in the school and getting stuff from the printer. I definitely liked playing Shapes Up. Fritz, Miss Lavelle’s pup came to school. We had fun watching him trying to get the teacher’s food from their bags.

I got to talk to my teachers. Minecraft construction was great fun.

I [am] enjoying riding my bike all around the school. I don’t need trainer wheels any more.”

Evelyn “I am a new prep. Making new friends with my teachers was fun. Having morning tea and lunch in the staff room was cool.

We sat upon the lounge while the teachers were doing their boring teacher business. Us kids did lots of fun business.

Shape Up was one board game I liked a lot. I’m looking forward to when the kids all can come next week.”

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TRC backs $197 million sports precinct

The proposed Toowoomba Regional Sports Precinct at Charlton, estimated to cost about $197 million, is on the cards following an endorsement of its business case and master plan by Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC).

The project can now proceed to the detailed design stage lead Cr Tim McMahon said the master plan provided for seven and seek a Local Government Infrastructure Designation to stages of precinct development over a 20-year period and pave the way for future development at the site.

Council will be looking at opportunities for external funding.

Council’s Chair of the Environment and Community TRC has approved funding for early works at the site which Committee Cr James O’Shea said the new sports precinct, to be may include construction of an access road and provision of delivered in multiple stages over many years, would meet the some utilities such as water. growing demand for sport and recreation facilities and help Stage one will involve construction of rectangular fields and attract state and national sporting events. supporting clubhouse and parking facilities and construction “An analysis of sports facility demand has shown there is a of an access road. definite shortage of facilities to service the Region, with many facilities at and beyond capacity,” Cr O’Shea said.

“We also don’t have a regional standard facility that can attract higher levels of competition. The TRSP will change all that.

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The penultimate round of the 2021/22 season saw competition leaders Kulpi play at Millmerran and Bowenville host a winless Pittsworth side.

Millmerran’s were all-out for 58 runs from 28.1 overs, with Tyson Klingberg bowling 5/16 (8).

With 59 needed for the win, a finals berth was all but booked for Kulpi who have been nothing short of exceptional this season. They managed it in 18 overs.

In the other match, Pittsworth batted first and were 9/186 (40), which proved to be too high of a total for Bowenville to chase down, finishing all out for 160 after 39.1 overs.

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Lifeline crisis text service now 24/7

Lifeline Australia’s text and chat services have been expanded to 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week.

The expansion was made possible by a $1.5 million grant from the Federal Government.

In a 2019 evaluation of the original service by the Australian Health Services Research Institute, 42 percent of contacts said they would not have used another service if the text or chat were not available.

Of 1000 help seekers who were asked to provide demographic information, the median age of people using the service is 24 years old, while 80 per cent of help seekers identified as female.

Lifeline CEO Colin Seery said that rather than diverting phone calls from the 13 11 14 service, the always-on digital platform has in fact increased the range and total number of people contacting the organisation.

“This is a landmark in suicide prevention in Australia and is all about bringing help to people who are in situations and environments where accessing support through digital communication is the only safe or viable option.

“The service is unique in that it allows for genuine privacy during contact, so it is well suited to support cohorts at heightened vulnerability such as help seekers experiencing domestic and family violence or those living with a disability,” Mr Seery said.

You can phone Lifeline to speak to a Crisis Supporter on 13 11 14, text 0477 131 114 or chat to Lifeline online at lifeline. org.au

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Financial support totalling $1.4 million is available for communities and organisations celebrating NAIDOC Week from 3 to 10 July 2022.

Details of eligibility and information on how to apply for NAIDOC Week grants are now available at grants.gov.au The National NAIDOC Committee has also called for entries in the annual poster competition.

Artists aged 13 and over have the opportunity for their artwork to feature on the national stage, win a $10,000 cash prize and receive tickets to the Awards Ceremony.

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Each township in our district has important stories to tell, triumphs to commemorate and challenges to discuss; our team is dedicated to telling these stories. In addition to our printed editions we will also produce online stories covering the news and events of our great district. On Our Selection News, The Clifton Courier, Oakey Champion, Allora Advertiser and The Pittsworth Sentinel newspapers will each contribute to make the new website www.our-news.com.au the home of community news.

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Local Events Calendar

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19-27 February Hike to Heal Mount Peel Bushland, Westbrook www.hiketoheal.org.au 1st Sunday Anglican Church service, Umbiram, 10.30am St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Umbiram Every Sunday Nobby Uniting Church, Church Services Nobby Uniting Church 8.45am Davenport Street, Nobby Every Sunday Uniting Church Cambooya, Church Services Uniting Church Cambooya 10am Every Sunday Cambooya Anglican Church service, 10am All Saints Anglican Church, Eton Street Every Sunday Westbrook Community Church, 9am 114 Main Street, Westbrook Heather 0412 617 967 or toowoombaweslyan.org.au 4th Tuesday Nobby Heritage & Development Association Nobby School of Arts Hall June Smith 4696 3108 meeting Every Tuesday Cambooya Playgroup 9.15am to 11am Cambooya State School School office - 4612 2333 (during school term) Every Tuesday Hodgson Vale Playgroup 9am to 11am Ramsay State School, Ramsay Road Marion Winterbotham (during school term) 4630 9356 Every Wednesday Wyreema State School Playgroup 9am to 10am Wyreema State School library School office (during school term) 4596 0333 1st Thursday Hodgsonvale Community Sports Club Monthly Hodgsonvale Community Sports Club hcsc8315@gmail.com Meeting, 7.30pm Every Thursday Indoor social bowls, 1pm to 4pm Nobby School of Arts Hall Warren Smith 4696 3108 Every Friday Emu Creek Playgroup 2pm to 3pm Emu Creek State School 14534 New School office 4697 1171 (during school term) England Highway, East Greenmount Every Friday Greenmount State School Playgroup, 9am to 11am Greenmount State School, Haldon School office 4697 1159 (during school term) Street, Greenmount

$2.6 million rehabilitation for Greenmount-Eton Vale Road

The 5.6 kilometre stretch of Greenmount-Eton Vale road between the New England Highway and Greenmount Connection Road is set to receive $2.6 million in works, starting late February.

Greenmount–Eton Vale Road is the stretch of road on the journey to Toowoomba between the New England Highway and Greenmount Connection Road.

It is fair to say the road is in poor condition, with extensive rutting and shape loss.

In many parts of the road, the lines on both the outer and inner part of the carriageway are very faded and difficult to see at any time of the day.

Some parts of the road are also quite susceptible to waterlogging, further deteriorating its condition.

The road was closed briefly late last year following heavy, sustained rain, making it dangerous to traverse.

Infrastructure Services Committee chair Cr Carol Taylor said the road carried high volumes of traffic daily and was an important link between Greenmount and Toowoomba.

“The Greenmount–Eton Vale Road Rehabilitation project will be delivered by Council with the works expected to be completed by mid-2022,” Cr Taylor said.

The intersection of Greenmount-Eton Vale Road with the “The project will greatly improve road safety for all New England Highway. motorists.

“It will involve reconstructing the pavement along a Government, $750,000 from the Australian Government 5.6-kilometre section of Greenmount–Eton Vale Road. through its Roads to Recovery Program and the balance from This 5.6km section is close to the entirety of the road.

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Cr Taylor said when finished, this section of Greenmount– “Council would be unable to deliver the volume of road Eton Vale Road will have a stronger and more durable road works required across the Region without the financial surface. assistance of the Australian and Queensland Governments, “New line markings and signage will also improve overall and we’re very thankful for the funding support,” Cr Taylor safety for road users,” she said. said.

The Greenmount–Eton Vale Road Rehabilitation project “Council gives priority to road infrastructure projects that is being jointly funded with $750,000 from the Transport improve safety and access for the broader community in the Infrastructure Development Scheme from the Queensland first instance.”

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‘Tribute tree’ incorporated into Hike to Heal

New to the Hike to Heal Scavenger Hike this year is the temporary installation of a Tribute Tree at Mount Peel Bushland Reserve during the hike week long event.

The Tribute Tree was designed and constructed by members of the Toowoomba West Men’s Shed.

On the tree, you can write a message in loving memory of someone special or words of encouragement for someone struggling with mental ill health.

It is a poignant way to express your love.

The tree will be located at the trailhead near the car park at the Corner of Westminster and Darling streets, Drayton.

Hike participants are invited to dedicate their walk to a loved one lost to suicide or managing mental ill health.

They can craft a short, personalised message, a person’s name or just a kind word to the leaf shaped memory tag with the permanent marker provided at the site.

Hike organiser Linda Barton said the intention is to help create a climate of hope and healing amongst our community.

Hike to Heal runs from Saturday 19 February to Sunday 27 February at Mount Peel Bushland Park or a chosen destination.

To purchase tickets for the hike, visit hiketoheal.oneraffle.com/ hiketoheal Members from the Toowoomba West Men’s Shed with the Tribute Tree (above) and the Tribute Tree leaves (below).

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