On Our Selection News - 10th November 2022

On Our Selection News

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

Vol. 26

THURSDAY, November 10, 2022

Greenmount’s first win

After 18 years of participating in the Back Plains Speech Competition, which features many primary school students from around the district, Sam has secured Greenmount State School its first win.

Students from grades three to six are given the opportunity Greenmount, Emu Creek, Nobby, Wyreema, Clifton, Pilton, St to hone their public speaking skills, covering a wide range of Frances de Sales, Leyburn and Back Plains schools. topics, in front of an audience of students and families.

The winners were: A total of 23 students entered the competition from 1st place: Sam - Greenmount State School 2nd place: Annabelle - Clifton State School 3rd place: Georgie - Back Plains State School Encouragement Award: Andrew - Nobby State School The three judges were Rita Davis, Sam Craig and Bernie Trimingham.

Congratulations Sam!

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Emu Creek State School

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OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALLIST VISITS EMU CREEK Sara Carrigan OAM, an Olympic Gold Medallist, visited Emu Creek as part of the Olympics Unleashed program.

Olympics Unleashed connects athletes with schools across the country to inspire students to find and follow their passion and provide lessons in goal setting, overcoming challenges and developing resilience.

Sara drew on her Olympic journey and overcoming her own challenges to compete in her chosen sport at the highest level.

She inspired the students at Emu Creek State School to be the best they can be – whether that’s in school, at home, on the sporting field or with friends.

After her visit, students drew their dreams and passions that they will ‘put their heart into’ as they aspire to be their best.

Emu Creek students with Sara Carrigan (left) and their worksheets (below).

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Toowoomba Hospital wait times lead state

Figures from the Queensland Government from June 2022 show a patient waited nearly 12 hours and 53 minutes after presenting to Toowoomba Hospital, the longest time anywhere in the state. were still significant, clocking in at 9 hours and 23 minutes and 8 hours and 40 minutes respectively.

Minister D’Ath said anyone who presents to a Queensland hospital will be seen - no one will ever be turned away.

“However, the sickest, most critically ill people will be seen and treated first,” she said.

From 29 September 2021 to 25 May 2022, hospitals across the Darling Downs region lost 125 beds including six from at Toowoomba Hospital and 19 at Warwick Hospital.

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The second longest wait was 10 hours and 34 minutes, followed by 10 hours and 32 minutes, 9 hours and 58 minutes and 8 hours and 49 minutes.

The top four were all higher than any other hospital in Queensland, with the next highest being at Mackay.

These times are before the patient is taken to the emergency department or another ward for treatment.

Shadow Health Minister Ros Bates said nobody should have to wait up to 13 hours before their first interaction with a nurse.

“The embattled Health Minister can’t be trusted to fix the health system,” Ms Bates said.

“Under Yvette D’Ath, ambulance ramping is the worst in the nation, bed block is back, ambulance bypass has returned, multiple failures at the state-run DNA laboratory, surgery malpractice at Caboolture and Mackay hospitals, emergency departments are packed, elective surgery waitlists have soared, maternity services closed in Gladstone and staff morale is at an all-time low.”

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Over 80s Christmas parties

Toowoomba Region seniors are invited to register their places at the Mayor’s Over 80s Christmas parties in the coming month.

Mayor Paul Antonio said Council encouraged eligible residents to register their intention to attend any of the free Christmas parties that were scheduled for Toowoomba, Millmerran and Crows Nest in coming weeks.

“My Council colleagues and I are pleased to host our seniors for an enjoyable morning in the lead-up to Christmas,” he said.

“Our senior citizens have made valuable contributions to the community and this is a special way to show our gratitude for their efforts.

“The celebrations are a popular fixture on the Toowoomba Region events calendar where we encourage residents to dress up, sing carols and enjoy a morning of festive cheer.

“Prizes will be awarded for the best Christmas outfit or wheelie walker, so I encourage everyone attending to dress up for the occasion.”

All three functions run from 10am to 11.30am.

Toowoomba: Friday, November 25 at The Goods Shed, 3 Victoria Street. RSVP by November 18.

Millmerran: Friday, December 9 at the Millmerran Community and Cultural Centre, Walpole Street, Millmerran.

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Crows Nest: Friday, December 16 at the Crows Nest Community and RSL Centre, William Street, Crows Nest.

Please by December 9.

To RSVP, email events@tr.qld.gov.au or call 131 872 with the total number of guests attending, including carers, number of wheelchairs and any dietary requirements.

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Culvert, floodway repairs priority for TRC

Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) has started preparations for its culvert repair and replacement program early by procuring more than 100 culvert components.

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This process will contribute to the delivery of the 2022 Flood Recovery Program across the Region being ready for installation upon approval by the Queensland Reconstruction Authority (QRA).

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Agritourism grants

Applications are closing soon for Round 2, the final round, of the Queensland Agritourism Business Grants.

Delivered by the Queensland Government and Queensland Farmers’ Federation, the grants provide co-funding so that farmers can establish or expand their agritourism businesses, supporting the ongoing growth of agritourism in Queensland.

There is a 50 per cent co-contribution up to a maximum of $25,000 to match farmers’ funds.

Round 1 of the grants earlier this year, proved to be popular, and was oversubscribed, attracting more than $1.5 million in applications.

Round 2 closes this Sunday, 13 November.

To apply, visit qff.org.au/projects/agritourism

Feedback sought on branding, earmarking

The Queensland Government is seeking feedback on proposed changes to branding and earmarking legislation.

There are two proposed options, either branding could remain mandatory or producers could be allowed to decide whether or not to brand or earmark their cattle under a voluntary approach.

The proposed changes and a feedback questionnaire are now available at daf.engagementhub.com.au

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Giant reward for a giant Ekka pumpkin

Entries are open for the Royal Queensland Show (Ekka) Giant Pumpkin Competition, with anyone able to get seeds delivered to them for free.

The competition offers more than $3,400 in prize money, with a new bonus $1,000 for the heaviest pumpkin over a whopping 500 kilograms.

The prize money on offer for the Open and Youth classes is $600 for first place, $400 for second and $300 for third.

All pumpkins over 80 kilograms are eligible for the coveted title of Champion Heaviest Pumpkin of Show and $850.

The giant gourds will roll into the Brisbane Showgrounds on Saturday the 29th of April in 2023 for judging, with the competition held outside of the August Ekka dates to take advantage of the premium pumpkin growing season.

School students will also join the veggie patch heavyweights, with the competition curriculum-aligned for Foundation to Grade 8, planting the seed of knowledge about the importance of agriculture.

The minimum weight for entry into the Youth/School class has been lowered to 10kg to encourage more students to get their green thumbs on.

Entries close Friday, 21 April.

Farmers, gardeners, schools and students can request their free Giant Atlantic pumpkin seeds and an information pack through the Ekka website at ekka.com.au/competitions/education/ giant-pumpkin

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Local photo an award winner

The Gomaren & Doctors Creek Catchment Landcare Group’s 6th Focus on Farms Photographic Competition attracted more than 400 entries this year.

The entries came from across the Toowoomba, Goondiwindi, Southern Downs, and Western Downs Regions.

Among the winners was the shot at right, taken by Andrea Davis at East Greenmount.

The eye-catching picture, entitled “A Boy and His Dog”, won the Open award for Best Photo of the Competition.

Among the Under 18 winners was the picture below, “If Not Now, The When?”, taken by Gracie Harris at Meringandan for the Landcare is for Everyone category.

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NOBBY STATE SCHOOL Celebrates 125 years

Thursday, November 10, 2022

From the Principal I am privileged to be able to submit the Principal’s message for this publication, celebrating the previous 25 years of education at Nobby State School. My time at Nobby began in 2008, and I have spent most of the previous 15 years here.

My time at Nobby has made reliving, researching recounting the past 25 years a simpler process, however it wasn’t always easy!

The 125th Anniversary has been in the planning phase since June 2021, some 17 months prior to the day itself.

Delving into the history, speaking with past students, parents, staff and P&C executives has been rewarding, thought provoking, even amazing at times, and I’m glad I was able to be involved. I spoke with many past staff and students, including teacher aide Olive Venz, who relived her Nobby days fondly, and past student Stephanie Nash, who kindly gave me a great deal of her time.

This school is built on core beliefs and key values, seemingly embedded into the ground on which the school sits. It appears that the students mould the school while the school moulds the students. It’s a cyclical never ending process of evolution, one that will veer in its trajectory ever so slightly as people come and go and leave their mark.

Past and present students of Nobby State School will celebrate its 125th Anniversary on 12th November 2022 in what promises to be busy day of nostalgia and activities commencing at 9.30 am with a sign in by past students, roll call and photos at 1.00pm followed by market stalls, displays, student performances, Duck Races and a Bush dance beginning at 4pm.

However the truth remains, that Nobby State School is a strong, well respected and proud, small country school. A school full of adults who love small schools, who strive to leave the place slightly better than when they arrived. Typically, the staff are not Nobby locals, and it is therefore up to the parents and the community, to continue to steer the direction of the school.

The 125th Anniversary, so important an event, required a large band of supporters and helpers, and this project certainly received that in spades. Thanks to all of the people who attended planning meetings, who took on a role, who spoke, chatted and negotiated until we got it right. Your efforts are applauded and I thank each and every one of you for your support, keenness, willingness and dedication to the process.

Tim Youngberry

A proud supporter of Nobby State School

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Nobby school began in 1897 as the Nobby Provisional School on what was known as Gamblings Corner, situated half way between the site of the present school and Steele Rudd corner.

Despite much lobbying over many years by Nobby residents the government refused to move the school to the actual Nobby township and it was not until 1924 that locals achieved a school on the current site.

With 125 years of service the school reflects the changes that have taken place in Australian society over time. A revolution in means of transport, equality for women, moral standards and methods of discipline for students have all undergone dramatic change in the 125 years of Nobby school.

Memories .......

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THE MCGOVERN FAMILY The McGovern family rode horses to school. The eldest member of the family, John, started school at Nobby riding a horse called Toby. This horse rarely made it past the two mile mark on the way to school but it was always a faster and much easier ride home.

Toby was a three year old when he started taking John to school. Graham Quinlan (our next door neighbour) was riding him to school twenty years later.

Riding a horse to school on cold winter mornings is still a memory. The hands and feet would be blue from the cold and the water in the horses trough would be frozen on top.

The McGovern children rode horses to school until the younger ones started, then we used to travel by sulky. As well as McGoverns traveling by sulky the Phelan, Bishop and Larkin families did likewise. We sure had some fun, during the years we spent at the Nobby school.

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Cambooya State School CAMBOOYA JUMPS IN THE POOL It must be nearly Summer.

Swimming lessons have begun at Cambooya State School.

Students from all year levels are now swimming once a week at Clifton’s local pool.

They have 6 weeks of lessons which lead up to a swimming carnival and swimming fun day.

Despite the sometimes cool days, students are working hard and having a great time.

LEFT & ABOVE: Getting active in the pool.

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Hodgsonvale Community Sports Club

Our Friday night function went off well with a good crowd attending to enjoy the last minute change of the menu from Marg and Ted, being roast beef and gravy and pickled pork, with white sauce and fresh vegetables instead of pizzas.

The members’ draw, worth $40, saw number 42 come out belonging to Tony and Jeanette McGrory who were not there so didn’t get to pick up the prize.

The members’ draw goes up to $60 this week.

Remember you must be there and financial to pick up the prize.

The meal this Friday night will be a barbecue supplied by Terry and Helen at $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12.

Our bar is available with the usual stock plus some nice Jacob’s Creek and McGuigan wines, now in stock.

There is a good variety of locally made Crows Nests soft drinks now as well, including their famous Double Sars.

The tennis courts are also open and free to use on Friday nights as well.

The grounds are still very wet at the moment with recent rain so please be careful when using or walking near the oval etc.

Our Community Christmas function will be held on Friday the 25th of November this year commencing at 5.30pm and Santa will arrive around 6.30pm.

So if you are coming please help Santa out and bring along some presents, also if you could let us know if you are coming and how many either by email or mobile call or text that would be appreciated for catering purposes.

The air conditioned sports club is open for private functions so please contact Mark, our booking officer.

The mobile contact is 0431 014 618 for further details, inspections and future bookings.

You can also check out our website to see what facilities are available or you can send an email to hcsc8315@gmail.com Discounts apply for financial members who hire the facility.

The tennis courts are available for hire, the keys are available at the Hodgson Vale shop.

- Ted Cavanagh

Home Care Services Available in Clifton Clifton Community Health Services is an approved Home Care Package provider as part of the Australian Government Aged Care subsidised scheme.

If you are approved for a Home Care Package, you can choose us to provide the support and services you need to live well at home such as: Personal care Cleaning, laundry and other chores Meals and food preparation Nursing care Yard maintenance Respite Transport for social outings, shopping and appointments

ABOVE & BELOW: A look at the markets the HCSC held recently.

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If you are 65 years or over, visit the website below or phone us and we can help you. www.myagedcare.gov.au/am-i-eligible

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For more information about a Home Care Package or how we can help you, contact:

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If you are holding an event in the area covered by On Our Selection News, forward details to editorial@cliftoncourier.com.au

DATE EVENT LOCATION CONTACT

12 November Nobby State School 125th anniversary, 10am Nobby State School, Davenport Street Jenna Knecht 0400 917 683 19 November Wyreema Community Hall market day, 8am to Wyreema Hall, Umbiram Road Sara Howell 0429 864 144

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22 November Cambooya Rural Fire Brigade training, 7.30pm Cambooya Fire Station, George Street Rohan Greer 0408 456 820 25 November Annual Greenmount Twilight Markets, 5pm to 9 Greenmount Hall, 11 Ramsay Street Wendy 4697 1480 14 December Wyreema Community Hall Monthly Meeting 7pm Wyreema Hall, Umbiram Road Sara Howell 0429 864 144 15 December Cambooya Rural Fire Brigade meeting, 7.30pm Cambooya Fire Station, George Street Rohan Greer 0408 456 820 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 Westbrook Community Church, 9am 114 Main Street, Westbrook Heather 0412 617 967 or toowoombaweslyan.org.au Every Sunday Wyreema Christians worship 9.30am Wyreema Community Hall, Kerron 0401 930 656 or 14 Umbiram Road, Wyreema Beryl 0478 808 162 Every Sunday Uniting Church Cambooya, Church Services Uniting Church Cambooya 10am Every Sunday Cambooya Anglican Church service, 10am All Saints Anglican Church, Eton Street 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

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MAYORAL ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL Zachariah, Year 6 student from Wyreema State School, has been awarded a 2022 Mayoral School Achievement Medal.

The annual ceremony recognises students who have reached their educational goals despite adversity.

Zachariah, pictured with the Mayor, was recognised for being extremely resilient and always prepared to go the extra mile for his peers and others.

Despite facing challenges, Zachariah never gives up and is an exceptional leader at Wyreema State School and in the community.

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Toowoomba Region Mayor Paul Antonio presented a 2022 School Achievement Medal to Wyreema Year 6 student Zachariah.

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