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December 13, 2023

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Highway plan ‘devastating’ Residents face bleak Christmas as road proposal threatens homes RESIDENTS in Elimbah and surrounding towns say they are ‘devastated’ and ‘sickened’ by a state government proposal for a duplicate Bruce Highway that will result in resumptions if it goes ahead.

Dozens of homeowners attended a Q&A session last Saturday at the Wamuran Sports Complex where Transport and Main Roads representatives attempted to answer questions in 45-minute small group

sessions.

Emotions ran high during the day, with residents facing a Christmas unsure if the lives they have established will be upended by the proposed highway.

“We need to do everything

to try to stop this,” Markwell Rd resident, Kirsty, said.

“The whole situation feels dirty.”

Former Moreton Bay councillor, Adrian Raedel, suggested the state-owned pine forest area should be

used, rather than the options which were presented.

Residents are arguing the highway should be positioned further west, away from residential areas and require fewer resumptions. Story p3

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Moreton targets fires, camping, animals and advertising ● MORETON

AFTER a comprehensive review, City of Moreton Bay has implemented 13 new local laws to better align with contemporary community needs, expectations and lifestyle.

The laws were prepared in direct response to feedback from the community through Council’s Local Laws Review Project.

This included a threephase engagement program undertaken by Council between March 2021 and June 2023.

Mayor Peter Flannery said local laws maintain community standards and reinforce the responsibility of residents.

“Local laws help Council regulate a wide range of matters from backyard firepits, animal-keeping and parking to advertising signs, events and more,” he said.

“It’s important we review our laws to improve their relevance and effectiveness, align with current legislative requirements, and streamline administrative processes to reduce red tape, particularly as City of Moreton Bay grows.

“These new laws provide clarity on how Council regulates issues relating to public health, environmental concerns, safety and amenity by balancing the rights of individuals with broader

Rates auction cancelled AN auction to recover overdue property rates and legal fees for a Minden property has been cancelled after Somerset Regional Council received payment of

community expectations.

“To reflect the values and needs of Moreton Bay’s diverse communities, Council implemented a comprehensive engagement program which played a pivotal role in shaping and refining the new local laws.

“We received more than 21,000 responses from stakeholders and community members throughout the review process and I thank our involved and passionate community for having their say to inform the outcome of this review.”

The 13 new local laws include: • Alteration of Public Land Local Law 2023 • Animal Management Local Law 2023 and Animal

Management Subordinate Local Law 2023 • Bathing Reserves Local Law 2023 and Bathing Reserves Subordinate Local Law 2023 • Commercial Use of Public Land and Roads Local Law 2023 • Camping on Public Land Local Law 2023 • Cemeteries Local Law 2023 and Cemeteries Subordinate Local Law 2023 • Events Local Law 2023 • Community Standards for Private Land Local Law 2023 and Community Standards for Private Land Subordinate Local Law 2023 • Community Standards for Public Land and Roads Local Law 2023 and

Community Standards for Public Land and Roads Subordinate Local Law 2023 • Parking Local Law 2023 and Parking Subordinate Local Law 2023 • Signs Local Law 2023 • Temporary Homes Local Law 2023 and Temporary Homes Subordinate Local Law 2023 • Amendment Local Law No. 1 (Moreton Bay Regional Council Local Law No. 7 (Waste Management) 2018) 2023.

The new laws came into effect on December 8, with a notice being published in the Gazette and on Council’s website.

For more information and to read the new laws, visit Council’s website.

rates and legal costs in full.

Somerset Regional Mayor Graeme Lehmann said Council was pleased that all overdue costs and associated legal fees had been paid.

“We are relieved that an auction of a family home at Minden has been averted,” Cr Lehmann said.

“Council will only proceed to auction as a last resort and only for properties with

more than three years of rates owing.

“It is never pleasant, but we must provide a fair and equitable system for all ratepayers.”

With six rates auctions in the past 12 months, Somerset Regional Council is reminding all ratepayers of the vital contribution rates make to essential services, including road maintenance,

public lighting, kerbside rubbish services, parks and library services.

If you are having difficulty paying rates, contact Somerset Regional Council to discuss potential options.

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‘Highway to a living hell’ Residents face off with TMR over proposal ● MORETON ◗ Liam Hauser

RESIDENTS in Elimbah and surrounding towns say they are ‘devastated’ and ‘sickened’ by a state government proposal for a duplicate Bruce Highway that will result in resumptions if it goes ahead.

Dozens of homeowners attended a Q&A session last Saturday at the Wamuran Sports Complex where Transport and Main Roads representatives attempted to answer questions in 45-minute small group sessions.

Emotions ran high during the day, with residents facing a Christmas unsure if the

lives they have established will be upended by the proposed highway.

“We need to do everything to try to stop this,” Markwell Rd resident, Kirsty, said.

“The whole situation feels dirty.”

Former Moreton Bay councillor, Adrian Raedel, suggested the state-owned pine forest area should be used, rather than the options which were presented.

Another resident, Kevin, said the situation was “devastating for people” while he also queried why the alternative highway wouldn’t be built further over.

Residents are arguing the highway should be positioned further west, away from residential areas.

Jason Smith, Moodlu resident and coordinator of the campaign against the TMR options

This is devasting for people. Why don’t they build it further over?

Kevin - lives off Markwell Rd

This feels dirty and there is lack of transparency here.

We need to do everything to try to stop this.

Kirsty - lives off Markwell Rd

Use the State owned pine forest, rather than these options.

Adrian Raedel - former Div 12 councillor

Organiser of the ‘Objection to current Bruce Highway alternative - Stage 4 route option’, Jason Smith, asked why it wasn’t feasible to go further west.

While expressing support for an alternate highway, which he coined ‘Go West – follow the urban footprint’, Jason said it needed to be done in a realistic way.

Using a map, Jason indicated a route that would take in predominantly stateowned land.

Jason expressed concern that constructing a second highway so close to the existing Bruce Highway would duplicate the current problems. Another person commented that this would be disastrous in the event of a bushfire; being so close together.

Jason also raised the issue of Stage 4 ending at Steve Irwin Way, which has been inundated with traffic.

TMR claimed to be there to listen to people’s views and concerns, as well as collate and present to the planners involved.

There was a feeling of devastation among the attendees that the highway proposal was happening in the Elimbah and Moodlu area, particularly with residents in the direct path of construction being at risk of losing their homes.

Other major issues which people voiced were the disruption to the idyllic lifestyle in the area, as well as the risk of housing prices going down.

TMR said the housing prices would be set at the time of gazetting the land that would be resumed, and also said that nothing would happen for five years.

The question was raised that ‘if the prices were set at that stage, would that be what the landholders would

get?’ The answer given was “yes”.

Another point raised was that housing prices fell last Friday when letters were delivered to potential houses that could be resumed for the project.

With the second option revealing considerable agricultural land would be utilised, TMR claimed that the two options were chosen to have a lesser impact on agricultural land.

A community meeting to form an action group will be held at the Elimbah Soldiers Hall today (Wednesday) at 5.30pm.

Further TMR sessions will be on January 16 at Wamuran Sports Complex, and the deadline for feedback to the proposal ends on January 22.

TMR told The Sentinel that it could not say how many properties would be resumed at this stage.

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Not all turkey and bon bons People at breaking point this Xmas: Salvos ◗ Marina Gomide

WHILE Christmas time is often associated with joy, happiness and a jolly spirit, it is also a source of extreme stress for people struggling to make ends meet.

This time of year sees a big increase of people in crisis needing help, especially given the financial hardships of the past year.

Salvation Army spokesperson Colonel Rodney Walters says people are at a breaking point, with new research from the Salvation Army showing that almost half of people reaching out to the organisation for help, are doing so for the first time.

“Christmas is the busiest time of year for the Salvos […] and the reality is, Aussies are losing the battle to stay afloat,” Cl Walters said.

“Christmas can be stressful and isolating for many people experiencing hardship, especially in light of the current cost of living

crisis.

“Many will be unable to afford basic necessities, such as food, utilities or housing.”

Woodford Community House president Luisa Garcia says the number of longterm residents living in the local caravan park, Cruice Park, has doubled within the past six months.

“Cruice Park is a great visual example of the effects of the housing crisis,” she said.

“Where once it was mostly single men living there, now there are single women, couples and families.

“We currently have a family of 11 living there that we provide regular help to.”

The Community House has redistributed food

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and hampers to families struggling to make ends meet, along with vouchers to the local op shop.

Given the added financial stress of the holidays, Cl Walters says the best way people can help is by contributing donations to any and all local support groups, as well as connecting with loved ones and sharing meals to ensure nobody is left feeling alone.

“During these times of hardship, it is extremely challenging for people to feel a sense of belonging and connection, especially at a time when being surrounded by loved ones matters most,” Cl Walters said.

“We want to encourage everyone to embrace the season by connecting with loved ones, sharing meals and spreading joy by giving to one another.”

If you would like to donate to The Salvation Army’s Christmas Appeal, or if you need support, please visit salvationarmy.org.au or call 13 SALVOS (13 72 58).

Moreton Bay gets new helipad CITY of Moreton Bay has provided Council land for a new helipad, providing vital access to aeromedical rescue and retrieval care in Toorbul and surrounds.

Launched last week, the designated Helicopter Landing Site has been a collaborative effort between the Toorbul Community and District Association (TCDA), City of Moreton Bay, construction company Fulton Hogan and Lifeflight,

at no cost to residents.

The helipad site is in the Toorbul and Donnybrook Seniors Club carpark.

Moreton Mayor Peter Flannery applauded the local community and TDCA president John Buckby for their commitment to this community resource.

“Toorbul has only one road in and out, so in the case of emergency, this helipad is an important asset,” Cr Flannery said.

Councillor Brooke Savige (Division 1) said, “LifeFlight is a world leader in aeromedical care, with a core purpose to save lives and serve the community so their support will be of great benefit to Toorbul and surrounds.”

Mr Buckby said the helipad was a wonderful achievement that showcased what could be achieved when Council and community work together.

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Toogoolawah artist takes out art award TOOGOOLAWAH artist Naomi McKenzie won this year’s Queensland Regional Art Awards (QRAA) Emerging Artist award, as there were more than 350 entrants.

Naomi’s artwork titled ‘Where We Meet’ was a silver gelatin photographic piece, hand processed on metallic paper.

Naomi said the prizewinning artwork explored perspective from a psychological viewpoint.

“It tussles with the different personas often harboured within us. In my case, it’s the mother versus the artist. We experience the world from totally different perspectives yet there is a sweet point, and calculated consolidation where those identities create something extraordinary,” Naomi said.

Naomi recently exhibited at The Condensery, the Somerset Regional Art Gallery. The winning work earned Naomi a non-acquisitive cash prize of $5,000 thanks to Consolidated Properties Group.

Immersing ourselves in art

Healing Garden Local Somerset Facilitators Jane Nicholson and Makiko Ramsay.

International artist and Somerset community create a Healing Garden

● SOMERSET

STARTING last Saturday, The Condensery is presenting a major collaborative exhibition by internationally renowned artist Hiromi Tango.

Healing Garden at The Condensery has been created with, by and for the Somerset community over the past six months.

Through a series of workshops, Tango and local Somerset artists Makiko

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Ramsay and Jane Nicholson have worked with over 500 residents to co-create an immersive, sensory garden installation.

Somerset Regional Council Deputy Mayor and The Condensery Advisory Committee Chair, Councillor Helen Brieschke, said the process of creating the exhibition has included workshops with Somerset locals of all ages and abilities, including kindergartens,

schools, aged care facilities and local arts groups.

“Somerset Regional Council are so excited to present Healing Garden at The Condensery,” Cr Brieschke said.

“After a period of natural disaster, this has been a great way for the Somerset community to come together and build resiliency.”

Inspired by the healing properties of plants endemic to the local area, Healing Garden is an impressive

exhibition outcome and a testament to art’s capacity to transform, strengthen and support good mental health and wellness in Somerset.

Throughout her career, Tango has created immersive, sculptural installations that invite audience interaction.

Driven by a passion for the therapeutic ability of art, Tango has worked with communities since 2009 to create spaces that encourage participants

and audiences to slow down, unpack their thoughts and feelings, and lighten their spirits along the way.

Healing Garden will ‘grow’ over the course of the exhibition. Visitors to the exhibition will have the opportunity to add their own creation until the exhibition closes.

The Healing Garden exhibition at The Condensery will run until Sunday February 18, 2024.

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Time to fire up Recruits sought for firefighting program ● SOMERSET ◗ Liam Hauser

A SOMERSET-BASED firefighting program for secondary school students is set to continue in 2024, if sufficient enrolment numbers can be reached.

This comes after members from the Rural Fire Service (RFS) had a meeting at the Villeneuve Rural Fire Station in October, amid concerns that the Certificate II Public Safety (Firefighting Operations) program may close down.

The program has run in conjunction with Kilcoy State High School (KSHS) since 2009, with students from this school enrolling in the program and graduating not only as a volunteer firefighter but also with four credits towards their Queensland Certificate of Education.

KSHS is again willing to support the program, and will release students for training on set Wednesdays.

Villeneuve Rural Fire Brigade (RFB) Crew Leader, Graham King, who has run the program since its inception, said student enrolments were needed to make the program feasible for 2024.

“Due to multiple complexities where volunteers/mentors from surrounding brigades have gone in to bat for the program, it is only at this very late stage of the year that the ‘all clear’ has been given,” he said.

With the program being a combination of practical and theoretical aspects of firefighting, Mr King said those in the program “also complete units that are useful in all walks of life such as communications and team building”.

Volunteer firefighters can join the program in its entirety or in part if they belong to a rural brigade and wish to complete Certificate II Public Safety (Firefighting Operations). This year’s group commented, “Thank

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you for your leadership, the program has not only helped us to grow professionally but inspired us to reach new heights.”

Anyone who has turned 16 by mid-February 2024 and is interested in joining the program should register their interest with Graham King. Applicants need an application to enrol as a junior member of a local RFB. All equipment, training materials and clothing is supplied at no cost to the individual.

Anyone interested in joining the Certificate II Public Safety (Firefighting Operations) program as part of their school studies or as a volunteer firefighter should contact Graham King at glenfern888@gmail.com

Alf (centre) handing over the donation to Ray Perrin, Stewart Davis and James Whiting.

Fireys get fudge jar funds EARLIER this year (in our January 31 edition) we reported on local family business, A.K. Cabinets, donating $600 to the Jackson Hepner Foundation. Well, Alf and Janet have done it again after another successful fundraising year and were able to donate $1,000 to the Stanmore Rural Fire Brigade.

Alf said that throughout each National Rugby League

(NRL) season, whenever a player is caught swearing on TV a gold coin gets dropped into the “fudge jar”. Alf said “it’s a fun way to raise money”, plus they also get others to donate extra money at their annual Christmas party. The savings from this year’s efforts equalled $1,000, which the couple decided to donate to a local charity.

After the recent bushfires, Alf and Janet chose the Stanmore Rural Fire Brigade to help them prepare for what is expected to be a busy and dry summer.

Alf and Janet encourage anyone thinking of donating to local charities, to consider all local rural fire brigades which do such a great job keeping our communities safe.

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‘Please don’t gift puppies’ Don’t let cute overcome commonsense

◗ Marina Gomide

Rotary welcomes Kailee DECEPTION Bay State High School (DBSHS) year 12 graduate Kailee Richardson is attending a camp in the Somerset region after being accepted into the Rotary Youth Transition Seminar (RYTS).

The Rotary Club of Redcliffe Sunrise has provided financial sponsorship for Kailee to attend the RYTS camp,

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held at Camp Duckadang from last Sunday to this Saturday.

DBSHS principal Barry Wallett said Kailee applied to Rotary after hearing about the RYTS at a school assembly.

Mr Wallett said Kailee was an admirable student and was active at DBSHS as the Science, Technology, Engineering

and Mathematics (STEM) ambassador.

Kailee is planning to start a Bachelor of Design in the coming year.

Offered by Rotary District 9620, RYTS is a program which aims to assist young people in transitioning from one area of study into the next phase of life, whether it is further education, employment, or travel.

With the glee, joy and magic of the holidays approaching, people are starting to think about what presents to buy for their loved ones.

There is one gift, however, which remains a big no-go: puppies.

Always a favourite, especially to children, these adorable little fluff balls unfortunately often end up getting put in shelters and given up for adoption shortly after the holidays, when people notice they require a lot more time and commitment than initially thought.

RSPCA Queensland spokesperson Emma Lagoon said February, March and April had an increase in surrenders.

“Pets are family and should be a family decision, not a surprise gift or impulse buy this Christmas,” Ms Lagoon said.

Due to the yearly trend of high surrenders soon after, Southeast Queensland K9 Rescue rejects adoption applications indicating the pet is due to be a Christmas present.

SEQ K9 Rescue president Lisa Barton said, “People wanting to adopt for the right reasons will adopt at any time of the year.”

RSPCA and SEQ K9 Rescue have seen an increase in surrenders during the past year, due to the increased cost of living, housing crisis and dealing with the fallouts of Covid adoptions.

The most common surrender reasons cited to RSPCA are financial hardship, while Ms Barton cited people suddenly not having time for their pets.

“Probably 80 per cent

of the time the reason for surrendering is ‘we don’t have enough time to spend with it and it deserves a better life’,” Ms Barton said.

“We warn people over and over and over of how much time dogs, and especially puppies, require and people always agree and say they understand and are committed, only to decide some time later that they actually don’t have the time once routine settles back in, and the animals start misbehaving.”

RSPCA and SEQ K9 Rescue urge people to meet their prospective pets first to ensure they will be the right fit for that household, with adoptions team being able to assist in matching animals with the likes, dislikes and lifestyles of their new owners.

“Pets are for life, and they are a lifelong commitment.

That needs to be the very first consideration for anyone looking to adopt a pet or buy a pet,” Ms Lagoon said.

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Moreton police recognised for bravery and dedication MEMBERS of the Queensland Police Service’s (QPS) Moreton District received awards on Wednesday of last week in recognition of their bravery, dedication, and significant years of service.

Minister for Police and Member for Morayfield, Mark Ryan, joined Acting Assistant Commissioner (AC) John Hallam in presenting 41 officers with awards including the National Service Medals, State Service Medals, and Special Awards.

Three officers received the National Police Service Medal, and seven were awarded National Medals and Clasps while two National Emergency Medals were presented.

The QPS Medals and Clasps were awarded to 19 members of the QPS, in recognition of their ethical service and contributions.

Former Sergeant Warren

Moyle received the Assistant Commissioner’s Award for the bravery he displayed during an armed person incident in Burpengary on April 16, 2022.

A Special Award was presented to the Centre Against Domestic Abuse (CADA) in celebration of 13 years of partnership between the QPS and CADA, and in recognition of the successful PRADO program which aims to prevent and reduce domestic violence in the Moreton Bay Region.

Other special awards included District Officer’s Certificates, Investigator of the Year, General Duties Officer of the Year, Traffic Officer of the Year, the Perry Irwin Perpetual Award, and the David Masters Award.

Sergeant Sharnelle Harris was awarded the David Masters Award in recognition of her contributions and the compassion she displayed towards supporting officers through difficult times.

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Mango Hill North Lakes Station was awarded the Perry Irwin Perpetual Award in recognition of the outstanding efforts of officers within that division.

Acting AC Hallam voiced his pride and gratitude in recognising the achievements of the award recipients.

“As evident from this ceremony, and previous ones, the Moreton District has countless officers who continuously demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and diligence within their roles,” he said.

“The impact of their work resonates deeply within the Moreton community.

“They have displayed a dedication to fostering trust, building bridges, and nurturing a sense of security within our neighbourhoods.

“Their commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of the Moreton community is an inspiration.”

Rescue in Somerset THE Sunshine Coast-based RACQ LifeFlight Rescue helicopter crew airlifted a man to hospital, after the motorcycle he was riding collided with a car.

The rescue chopper was tasked to the Somerset region at around 2.30pm on Monday.

The pilot was able to safely land on a grassy area near the incident. The aeromedical crew worked with Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) paramedics to treat the man for multiple injuries.

The patient, aged in his 50s, was flown to Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital in a serious but stable condition.

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IT takes a special sort of person to enter a prison – by choice – to support convicted criminals.

Sue Collier has been doing it for six years.

The Moreton Bay resident is a volunteer prison chaplain with Inside Out Prison Chaplaincy, which is celebrating 50 years supporting people in Queensland correctional centres.

Inside Out Prison Chaplaincy, operated by Brisbane-based not-for-profit Carinity, recently held its 50th anniversary celebration with the gathering attended by guests from as far away as Cairns.

The event included presentations from past and current chaplains and Inside Out Prison Chaplaincy coordinators, as well as former prisoners whose lives have been transformed thanks to prison chaplains.

Sue said prison chaplains help incarcerated people to realise that “they are not forgotten”.

“Some inmates have no family, friends or anyone else to visit them during the months and years of imprisonment. Prison

chaplains can often be the only link between the inside and the outside world,” Sue said.

“We are there to show the love and forgiveness of God, through pastoral care.

Visiting chaplains often strengthen the faith of the Christians inside … and may lead others to find a meaningful relationship with God for themselves.”

Inside Out Prison Chaplaincy currently has around 30 volunteer chaplains providing pastoral care to men and women in 14 correctional centres around Queensland.

Sue has worked in both men’s and women’s prisons in three locations around south-east Queensland. She enjoys using her love of music to sing at church services inside correctional centres.

“I look forward to visits and listening to the inmates telling their stories. It is a privilege to be able to pray with people of faith and also – when asked – to pray for those who are searching for meaning in their lives.”

You can support Inside Out Prison Chaplaincy to place more chaplains into Queensland prisons by donating online at www. insideoutchaplaincy.org.au.

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A HEAD-ON collision involving three-vehicles on the D’Aguilar Highway near Moodlu last Saturday afternoon has killed two people.

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the incident, and police say initial investigations indicate at about 5pm a grey Ford Ranger travelling east along the D’Aguilar Highway, struck a Mazda CX-3 which then collided with a Nissan Micra, which were both travelling west. The driver and sole occupant of the Mazda, a 29-year-old Deception Bay man, and the passenger of the Ford Ranger, a 24-year-old Caboolture man, were declared deceased at the scene.

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Have your say on childcare FEDERAL Member for Blair, Shayne Neumann, is urging public engagement with the Productivity Commission’s draft report on universal early childhood education and care.

Titled “A path to universal early childhood education and care”, the report explores creating an affordable, accessible, and high-quality early learning system.

The government’s Cheaper Child Care changes have already reduced costs by around 14 per cent in Blair.

These amendments benefit approximately 1.2 million families nationwide, including 8,900 families in Blair, providing significant cost-of-living relief.

The proposed system aims to offer universal access, with public hearings scheduled for early 2024.

Feedback on the draft report is encouraged by mid-February 2024 via www. pc.gov.au/inquiries/current/ childhood/make-submission.

Kindy carers John Robinson from the Kilcoy Cancer Support Group ‘Breast and the Rest’, pictured with children from C&K Kilcoy Community Kindergarten as the kindergarten supported this charity.

Kindergarten kids learn the positive message of giving at Christmas CHILDREN at C&K Kilcoy Community Kindergarten took part in a Reverse Advent initiative as they look forward to Christmas.

The Reverse Advent provided an opportunity for the children to support their community and consider people who need extra support, as the children considered what they could give to others at Christmas in addition to receiving gifts.

Following collaboration among the families from the Kilcoy-based kindergarten,

it was decided to support the Kilcoy Cancer Support Group ‘Breast and the Rest’ which cares for families experiencing illness.

One of the services provided by ‘Breast and the Rest’ is food hampers to alleviate financial pressures.

This charity has supported several families from the kindergarten during difficult personal experiences, so the kindergarten saw an opportunity to ‘give back’ to the community.

Each child was invited to think about and bring

in non-perishable grocery items to add to the Reverse Advent.

C&K Kilcoy Community Kindergarten teacher/ director Jenny Hubble said the kindergarten supported the children’s learning with conversations about giving to others with no tangible reward.

“However, we were delighted that several members of ‘Breast and the Rest’ came to kindy to collect the resources and expressed their appreciation which was a great way to assist the

children in appreciating the impact of their gifts,” she said.

“When they brought in items, they were invited to talk about their choices and how they think they will make other people happy and healthy.

“This gave the children an opportunity to use language to express their ideas, and this was documented and shared with individual families on Storypark as well as in their learning folios.”

Through this project, Jenny said the children

made connections with their local community and built positive relationships.

“We have made lots of connections with our local community this year through excursions, as well as participating in carnivals and shows,” she said.

“However, we believe that this project deepened the children’s awareness of others in their local community, increased their appreciation for their own circumstances and provided a positive experience of giving without receiving!”

Managing hot spots in pets during summer AS the temperature rises, our pets may find themselves struggling with a common and uncomfortable skin condition known as hot spots.

These inflamed, moist, and often itchy patches of irritated skin can affect pets of all breeds and sizes.

Recognising the signs, understanding the underlying causes, and taking measures are important for ensuring your pet stays comfortable during the summer months.

What are hot spots?

Hot spots are localised areas of skin inflammation

and infection.

They typically present as red, moist, and sometimes painful lesions that can cause intense itching.

Hot spots can develop rapidly, and if left untreated, they may worsen and lead to complications.

Causes of hot spots in hot weather Excessive moisture High humidity levels and frequent swimming or bathing can create a perfect environment for the development of hot spots.

Moisture on the skin, when not adequately dried, can lead to bacterial overgrowth.

Allergies Environmental allergens such as grass, pollen, or mould can be more prevalent during the summer, triggering allergic reactions that contribute to the development of hot spots.

Parasites Fleas and ticks are more active in warm weather. Pets with flea or tick infestations are prone to scratching, leading to skin irritation and the formation of hot spots.

Poor grooming Inadequate grooming practices, such as matting of fur, can trap moisture close

to the skin and create an environment conducive to hot spot development.

Recognising hot spots Localised redness and swelling: Look out for areas of red, swollen skin. Hot spots are often warm to the touch.

Constant scratching or licking: Excessive scratching, licking, or chewing at a specific area can indicate discomfort and the presence of a hot spot.

Moist and oozing lesions: Hot spots are characterised by a moist surface, and they may sometimes ooze a

yellowish fluid.

Preventing and managing hot spots Regular grooming.

Keep your pet’s coat clean and well-groomed to prevent matting and minimise the risk of hot spots.

Flea and tick control: Implement a flea and tick prevention plan recommended by your veterinarian to reduce the likelihood of infestations.

Allergy management: Identify and manage allergies through vetrecommended measures, such as dietary changes or antihistamines.

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Time Out

Elvis is back in the building THE “Kings of the 50’s” event rocked the Woodford Memorial Hall as there was a full house of at least 250 music lovers and dancers on the night of Saturday, December 2.

Presented by the Woodford Lions Club, the event featured the music of Elvis Presley and Buddy Holly, well presented by Steve (Elvis) and Ken (Buddy Holly) and their band.

The night also featured two other guests who captivated the large crowd in their own way.

Seven-year-old Olivia came as a female Elvis, followed by Julie’s arrival as a buxom Marilyn Monroe.

A Woodford Lions spokesperson said it was very pleasing to see a strong turnout of Woodfordites at the event, as well as many dancers who have supported Woodford’s previous ‘Dancing In The Cool’ events.

“As much as the music of Elvis and Buddy was a

Steve (aka Elvis) with a couple of admirers.

magnet for many, so is the Woodford Memorial Hall as a great dance venue which the dancing community rave about and return to at every opportunity,” the spokesperson said.

“One of the returning couples made their way down from Cooktown for the event as well as those from Kilcoy, Moore, Toogoolawah, Caboolture, Bribie Island and Brisbane.

“As with previous events, there were again calls for more dancing in Woodford.

“A call that other community groups in Woodford might cease on for 2024!”

The spokesperson said the event was generously sponsored by the D’Aguilar Pub, while many thanks must go to Cricket and his team for supporting such events for Woodford.

The Woodford Lions Club would like to thank everyone who supported the night, with a special mention of the Lions volunteers and Woodford dancers.

KILCOY Transition into Year 7 State High School An Independent Public School

Scholarship Winners CONGRATULATIONS to our successful Year 7 Junior Secondary Scholarship 2024 winners!

We received a number of quality applications for scholarships this year, so competition was fierce.

Aubree (Service Scholar-

ship) from Delaneys Creek State School and Charlee (Academic Scholarship) from Kilcoy State School will receive $250 in the 2024 school year, which can be used to pay for fees, excursions or uniforms.

66 YEAR 6 students from Kilcoy State School, Mt Kilcoy State School, Woodford State School, Delaneys Creek State School, Wamuran State School and five other primary schools, joined us this week for the last of our ‘transition into high school’ experience.

Students enjoyed a visit to the Agriculture Science department, and involved themselves in HPE, Drama

and Digital Technology lessons.

They got to check out their Year 7 lunch area in readiness for 2024, and had a range of lunch activities (handball, kick tennis and library activities) to entertain them.

Students’ behaviour was exemplary, and we look forward to seeing them again as Year 7s in January.

Junior Pool Party ON Wednesday December 6, our junior cohort was lucky enough to end the year with a Pizza Pool Party.

All students enjoyed some delicious pizza and an after-

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Thank you to all the teachers who made this possible for our students and the local pool for accommodating our school.

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Time Out Make most of the Silly Festival of Small Halls Season at the Exchange returns to Somerset TAKE advantage of the silly season at the Exchange Hotel this December. Enjoy a $25 Christmas roast and say hello to 2024 in your best chaps and tassels!

Every day is Christmas at Kilcoy’s bottom pub! For the entire month of December, the Exchange Hotel’s incredible chefs are roasting up a festive feast available for just $25.

On the menu is roast turkey and ham, served with golden potatoes, peas, corn, carrots, cranberry gravy and a dinner roll. For dessert, treat yourself to a plum pudding and brandy custard. Bookings are highly recommended! Call (07) 5497 1331 to book.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2023 at the Exchange Hotel!

Polish your cowboy boots

and dust off your trusty chaps because we’ll be line dancing with country singer Mik Oberle in our best Western wear from 8pm on Sunday, December 31. We’ll be giving away prizes for the best chaps and tassels!

Get in early because the first people to arrive will get FREE cowboy hats! Visit www. exchangekilcoy/whats-on for more information.

FOLK and acoustic music will fill the Somerset Civic Centre on December 15 for a night of music and community connection as Somerset Regional Council brings the Festival of Small Halls Summer 2023 tour to Esk. The festival tours the country annually, and

features one international and one local performer, each chosen for their beautiful songs and tunes, and their ability to connect with their audiences.

Scottish folk trio Assynt and Australian singersongwriter Jackie Marshall will play at the Esk event, which will be opened

by upcoming local jazz musician, Jesse Kupper, from Gatton.

Doors open at 6.30pm for a 7pm start.

Tickets are on sale at festivalofsmallhalls.com and from the Somerset Civic Centre Box Office.

For information, phone 5425 2713.

Dive into December pool movie nights LOOKING for family friendly school holiday activities?

Look no further than the Somerset Regional Council’s FREE Pool Movie Nights in December.

Gather your family and friends for free pool entry, sausage sizzle and a familyfriendly movie under the stars.

Free entry to the pool will be available from 3pm, with lifeguards on patrol. A free sausage sizzle will be provided before the movie screening starts at 6.30pm.

On Thursday December 14, Paws of Fury: The Legend

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of Hank (PG) will be screened at the Kilcoy Aquatic Centre.

On Friday December 15, Puss N Boots (PG) will be screened at the Toogoolawah Swimming Pool.

On Saturday December

16, Elf (G) will be screened at the Lowood Swimming Pool.

Bring your towels, picnic blankets and chairs to enjoy this unique experience, presented by Somerset Regional Council.

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Lions thrilled with donation

THE Caboolture North Lions Club Branch has taken further strides towards becoming a standalone club, after gaining a $5,000 donation from RDO Equipment.

Having made numerous community donations over the years, RDO Equipment helped out the Caboolture North Lions Club Branch which formed earlier this year and hopes to be chartered by mid2024.

The donation came after the Caboolture North Lions Club Branch helped out with a barbecue for the RDO Equipment (Caboolture branch) demo day in Morayfield

on November 3 and 4, involving many individuals and businesses.

Caboolture North Lions Club Branch president Michael Bierton thanked RDO Equipment for the donation, and said it would go towards getting the club up and running while some would be used for red shirts for new members to make them easily identifiable.

RDO Equipment Branch manager Tess Briskey and her team members wished the Caboolture North Lions Club Branch the best of luck and every wish for success in future endeavours.

As the Caboolture

North Lions Club Branch is a branch club of the Wamuran Lions Club, more members are sought to ensure the club can be chartered by mid-2024.

Anyone interested in volunteering for the community can attend one of the meetings, which are held at Sports Central Caboolture from 6.30pm on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.

For more information, email the Caboolture North Lions Club Branch at lionscabnth@gmail. com or phone Michael Bierton on 0416 451 522.

Meetings will resume in February 2024.

Housing crisis in spotlight Action plan aims to address growing homeless, affordability issues gripping region IN response to the national housing crisis gripping the region, the City of Moreton Bay is actively exploring innovative solutions and fostering collaborations with community organisations and various government levels.

Mayor Peter Flannery revealed the city’s Housing and Homelessness Action Plan (HHAP), a comprehensive strategy aimed at addressing the growing challenges of housing affordability and homelessness in Moreton

Bay. Over the past decade, homelessness in the City of Moreton Bay has surged by over 90 per cent, with a significant rise in individuals forced to sleep rough in public spaces.

Cr Flannery acknowledged the tough situation and emphasised the need for a balanced approach to maintain amenity while compassionately addressing homelessness.

The five-year plan outlined four key priorities: Supports for people sleeping rough

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Well-managed public spaces Stronger partnerships Diverse housing options To combat these challenges, the city has committed $3.36 million to construct the Moreton Bay Housing and Homelessness Hub in Redcliffe, a vital initiative scheduled for groundbreaking in December and expected completion in mid-2024.

An additional $3 million from the State Government’s SEQ Community Stimulus Program will contribute to

the project.

The City of Moreton Bay is also offering parcels of council land in Morayfield and Caboolture for potential activation as social, affordable, or crisis housing. Amendments to the Community Leasing Policy allow the lease of councilowned land for community housing. The city has waived fees for developers building social and affordable housing, resulting in the completion of 18 new onebedroom apartments in Redcliffe.

Cr Flannery emphasised the importance of collaboration across all government levels to effectively address the housing crisis. The Housing and Homelessness Action Plan consolidates various initiatives and creative solutions to make a meaningful impact on homelessness in the city.

Residents can access the full Housing and Homelessness Action Plan on the City of Moreton Bay’s website.

To report instances of individuals sleeping rough on Council land, visit www. moretonbay.qld.gov.au/ Services/CommunitySupport/Housing-AndHomelessness.

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Carols at Lowood A FESTIVE event involving Santa, Christmas carols, and food and drink will take place at Clock Park in Lowood this Friday.

A sausage sizzle and soft drinks will be on offer from 5.30pm, followed by the carols at 6.30pm and then the arrival of the man in the red suit.

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Express to North Pole Kids’ wish lists on their way to Santa after visit to Kilcoy Post Office ● KILCOY

NINETEEN children and two teachers from C&K Kilcoy Community Kindergarten had plenty of fun as they had an hour-long excursion at the

Kilcoy Post Office on Tuesday, November 28.

The children posted their letters to Santa, and they also learned the importance of addresses and stamps as

many of the youngsters had never posted a letter before.

The children listened to the daily procedures for getting the mail out, while also learning about mail sorting and the parcels for delivery.

A number of questions were asked about the processes, and the staff were only too happy to provide additional information and explanations.

One of the highlights of the excursion was ‘Penelope’, the mascot-like Express Mail Box courtesy of regional manager Narelle Rawlins.

‘Penelope’ was a big hit with the children, as they were keen to interact with the ‘Express Mail Box’.

The kindergarten’s teacher/director Jenny Hubble arranged the excursion after being in touch with the Kilcoy Post Office, as she sensed a chance for the youngsters to learn while having an enjoyable outing.

Kilcoy Post Office staff member Cath Worgan said the children were very attentive and well-behaved, and that they received some

Christmas treats and a popper to take home.

Jenny said the children were “really keen to write letters to Santa which was a wonderful learning opportunity for our young literacy learners”.

“The excursion to the post office was a great way to learn about our postal service,” she said.

“The team at Kilcoy Post Office were so welcoming and gave the children a tour

of the post office.

“The children could see where the letters were sorted for both town people and the outer communities and were very excited by all the parcels for Christmas season.

“It was so kind of the staff to organise Miss Penelope and some books they gifted to the kindy, as well as treats for each child.

“What a great experience for these children in their local community!”

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Lighting up Woodford

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Lantern parade lights up Woodford Showgrounds

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THE rescheduled Woodford Lantern Parade was a hit at the Woodford Showgrounds last Friday night, after the original Woodford Street Carnival and Lantern Parade was aborted a week earlier when a storm arrived.

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turned out in good numbers at the Showgrounds as the Woodford Library provided the lantern lights after countless hours of preparation.

Proceedings also involved a Woodford fire engine with flashing lights, while there were also vintage cars and a tractor.

Santa arrived in a Holden Ute, and the attendance of a 4WD club also added to the atmosphere.

The Woodford Local Ambulance Committee drew its Christmas raffle, and the Woodford Lions Club sold tickets as part of the club’s $25,000 mega raffle.

The Woodford Lions also

put on a barbecue, which was well received as plenty of attendees were keen for a sausage sandwich.

“All in all it was a great night, warmly received by the local community after the previous week’s disappointing storm,” Woodford Lions president David Kearns said.

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Gifts are on their way Annual Toy Appeal delivers hundreds of pressies ● MORAYFIELD

MORAYFIELD’S ‘Kids in Care Christmas Toy Appeal’ celebrated its massive handover of Christmas gifts at Morayfield Shopping Centre last Saturday morning.

In its 13th year, the Kids in Care Christmas Toy Appeal accepts donations from individuals, businesses and community groups in the Caboolture/Morayfield area before handing over the festive bounty to staff from the Department of Child Safety.

Kindness for Kids in Care chairperson Prue Aranovitch said they had been absolutely overwhelmed by the generosity of the community.

“The spirit of giving is certainly alive and well here in the Moreton Bay region,” she said.

“Of course, the Christmas Toy Appeal would not be possible if it wasn’t for the hard work of our volunteers

Terry Young, Mark Ryan and Peter Flannery attended the Kids in Care Christmas Toy Appeal’s handover of Christmas gifts at Morayfield Shopping Centre. Photo credit Yvonne Packbier. and the unwavering support of our great sponsors.

“Special mention must go to Morayfield Shopping Centre, who are not only a major sponsor but also our hosts for the handover event.”

State Member for Morayfield, Mark Ryan, has proudly been an active member of the Kids in Care Christmas Toy Appeal team since its inception.

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Rural Prices for quality cattle hold firm at Toogoolawah SHEPHERDSON and Boyd yarded 1,072 head at Toogoolawah last Friday for their final store cattle sale for 2023.

Quality re-stocker and feeder steers were fully firm on the previous week’s strong rates while lesser quality backgrounder steers were slightly easier, a result of more numbers on the market.

Feeder heifers were in short supply, with prices staying fully firm to slightly dearer.

Quality flatback backgrounder heifers sold fully firm with the more tropical content lighter heifers easing fractionally on last sales strong rates.

Graham and Doreen Francis of Toogoolawah sold Santa cross feeder steers 18-12mths for $1,240.

K and K Perry of Goombungee sold Angus steers 16-18mths for $1,240.

Duncan and Fiona

Williamson of Linville sold Brahman cross feeder steers 20mths for $1,200.

Simon Fitzgerald of Esk sold Charolais cross steers 14mths for $1,110.

A and A Fitzgerald of Esk sold Charolais cross feeder steers 14mths for $1,050.

Crosby Family Trust of Mulgowie sold Droughtmaster cross steers 16mths for $1,040.

Medina Pastoral of Coominya sold Simmental cross steers 10-12mths for $980.

Glendale Partnership of Harlin sold Droughtmaster steers 12mths for $970.

ATG Pastoral of Kilcoy sold Santa cross steers 12mths for $860.

Rayment Pastoral of Mount Pleasant sold Santa weaner heifers account the Baker Family of Woodmillar Droughtmaster cross Santa Stud, Gayndah sold for $710 at Toogoolawah last Friday. steers 12mths for $840. cross steers 10mths for $900. sold Droughtmaster steers V and C Perkin of D and K Perry of Kilcoy 8mths for $800.

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Barraclough Partnership of Toogoolawah sold Droughtmaster weaner steer 8mths for $800.

M Dwyer and E Waldie sold Droughtmaster cross males, 6mths for $540.

Glendale Partnership of Harlin sold Charbray cross feeder heifers 20mths for $1,120.

A and A Cousins of Harlin sold Charolais cross feeder heifers 18mths for $960.

Brisbane Valley Holdings of Coominya sold Droughtmaster heifers 18mths for $860.

Summer Stud Droughtmasters of Maleny sold Droughtmaster heifers 14mths for $850.

W and T Davis of Linville sold Droughtmaster heifers 14mths for $740.

Woodmillar Santas of Gayndah sold Santa weaner

heifers 10mths for $740.

D and F Williamson of Linville sold Charbray heifers 12mths for $680.

Medina Pastoral of Coominya sold Charolais cross heifers 10mths for $680.

Jesse Roberton of Kilcoy sold Charolais cross weaner heifers 8mths for $630.

D and F Williamson of Linville sold Charbray cross heifers 8mths for $610.

Barraclough Partnership of Toogoolawah sold Charolais weaner heifers 6mths for $530.

Denis Cahill of Beaudesert sold Droughtmaster heifers 10mths for $660.

K and J Cormack of Mundubbera sold Brangus heifers 12mths for $730 and $720.

Dwyer and Waldie sold Droughtmaster cross weaner heifers 6mths for $440.

R and L Turrell sold Droughtmaster cross heifers 6mths for $410.

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s e l a S e l t t a C l Rura Cattle markets LAIDLEY 845 head were yarded at Stariha Auctions Laidley cattle sale last Thursday.

The market was again improved, with steers and cows and calves selling to strong competition.

Metcalf Farms, Gatton, sold pens of cows and calves for $1,600, $1,500 and $1,420; cows for $1,120; and lines of weaner steers for $840, $835 and $750.

Barramedees, Mt Whitestone, sold Charbray cows for $1,210 and pens of cows and calves, with Droughtmasters making $1,540 and Charbrays $1,570.

Graeme Duncan, Ma Ma Creek, sold lines of milk tooth Droughtmaster steers for $1,220 and $1,160.

J Ahearn, Mt Walker West, sold Droughtmaster weaner

steers for $900.

Kevin and Anne Utz, Coominya, sold lines of Simmental weaners, with steers making $880 and $800; and heifers $840.

Jackson and Crowley, Fordsdale, sold lines of Brahman heifers for $1,200, $1,160 and $1,100.

Jim O’Keeffe, Ingoldsby, sold 6-month-old Charbray steers for $775.

Edenbridge Farm, Dayboro, sold Droughtmaster steers for $1,260.

Michael Bond, Mt Pleasant, sold Brangus steers for $1,300.

Neil Brooker, Ma Ma Creek, sold Brahman cows for $1,480.

Greg Zischke, Hattonvale, sold Red Angus weaner steers for $875 and $750.

Jeff Armstrong, Blenheim, sold backgrounder steers for

$1,100 and $920; and heifers for $1,100.

Owen Southwood, Grantham, sold Belmont Red backgrounder steers for $1,090.

Jim King, Hattonvale, sold Droughtmaster steers for $965.

Merv Swindells, Mt Whitestone, sold Charbray steers for $900.

Mark Sanders, Rockside, sold Charbray cows for $1,100.

Wayne Stanton, Neurum, sold Brangus store cows for $890.

Copely Gully, Kilcoy, sold backgrounder steers for $1,040 and $990; and heifers for $1,040, $810 and $800.

Des Knopke, Lowood, sold weaner steers for $1,000 and $820.

The Olm Family, Ropeley, sold Charbray weaner steers for $820.

Collins Grazing, Anduramba, sold lines of Charbray steer calves for

$695, $650 and $580.

Robert Brunker, Coominya, sold a line of Brahman steers for $800.

Josh Sippel, Caboolture, sold Brahman cross milk tooth heifers for $960.

WOODFORD 253 head were yarded at the last Stariha Auctions Woodford cattle sale of 2023.

Peter and Margaret Zillman, Rocksberg, sold Charbray weaner steers for $825, steer calves for $600 and heifer calves for $460.

Oh Corral Enterprises, Kilcoy, sold Charolais weaner steers for $700.

John Chambers, Neurum, sold Santa weaner steers for $800 and vealer heifers for $520.

J Christensen, Avoca Vale, sold Santa males for $750.

Glen Newton, Moorina, sold Brahman steers for $840.

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Julie Templeton, Eerwah Vale, sold Droughtmaster calves, with steers making $690 and heifers $510.

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Subject to weather disruptions, most local processors will close their 2023 seasons about a week before Christmas and re-open in the first week of January.

Kilcoy Global Foods will close on December 21 and reopen on January 5.

JBS Dinmore and JBS Beef City (Toowoomba) close on December 18 and re-open on January 4.

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Stariha Auctions have conducted their final sales for the year with Woodford on Monday, Eumundi on Tuesday and Laidley last Thursday.

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Shepherdson and Boyd held their final sale for 2023 last Friday. The first sale at Toogoolawah in 2024 will be on January 12.

Boyd, O’Brien and Bartholomew held their final live weight cattle sale at Moreton Saleyards yesterday (Tuesday).

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Rural Food security on agenda Livestock sustainability story hits the world stage THE Australian Parliament’s Agriculture Committee has released its report for its inquiry into food security in Australia.

The inquiry examined ways to strengthen and safeguard Australia’s food security, focussing on production, supply chains and key inputs, as well as climate change, biosecurity and food insecurity.

Committee Chair, Meryl Swanson MP, said, “Despite

Australia being one of the most food secure countries in the world, recent developments both at home and abroad have shown that food security presents real and growing challenges to the nation.

“Food security is not something that any of us can take for granted. Covid-19, floods, the effects of the war in Ukraine, and outbreaks of Foot and Mouth Disease and Lumpy Skin Disease in Indonesia have highlighted risks to our food system. Systemic change is required so that all Australians, and those that depend on Australian food production, will be food secure.

Consultation, cooperation, coordination and

innovation are the keys to food security.”

The Committee has made 35 recommendations to address food security in Australia, including: • creating a comprehensive National Food Plan; • appointing a Minister for Food; • establishing a National Food Council; • developing a National Food Supply Chain Map; • measures to facilitate innovation in the production of food; and • measures to eliminate food waste.

The report also proposes measures to improve sustainability and resilience in the food supply chain, improve access to labour, and reduce food insecurity.

Over the course of the inquiry, the Committee held

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The Committee would like to thank all those who took part in the inquiry by providing written submissions and giving evidence at public hearings or hosted the Committee on site visits.

The Committee is particularly grateful to those who took time out of their days to host the Committee at various sites around the country and the insights this provided into the work of providing for the food security of Australians.

The full report can be found on the Committee’s inquiry webpage.

Growers unite to show why it’s time to give a fork NOW is the time for the public to stand up and say, “we give a fork” about our growers, according to the Queensland Fruit and Vegetable Growers (QFVG) Association, Queensland’s state industry body for fruit, vegetables, and nuts.

Last month QFVG launched their national campaign to encourage open conversations around the pressing issues facing the sector.

The ‘We Give A Fork’ campaign will run throughout 2024 and draw on real stories of individual growers and provide achievable actions, with the public encouraged to show they appreciate and support the local horticultural industry.

QFVG chief executive officer Rachel Chambers said now is the time for people to demonstrate that they truly

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“The challenges falling on our growers’ shoulders have never felt heavier,” Ms Chambers said.

“Over the past 100 years, Australian growers have faced numerous floods, droughts, cyclones, hailstorms, and a pandemic.

“Yet right now things have never looked more challenging for their industry with the ongoing and cumulative impact of three years of rapidly rising input costs combined with what can only be described as an onslaught of poor policy making.”

Queensland-based agronomist Shane Fitzgerald said many in the industry were at breaking point.

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Henry Somerset A few grey hairs help A former Prime Minister, whom I had known for a few decades, was reflecting on young ministerial advisors.

The sad, sorry and shocking revelations of the Brittany Higgins/Bruce Lehrmann court case had triggered some reflections from him about some of the causes of his failings.

Lehrmann, then aged 23, had five years in ministerial offices and was advising and coordinating with the heads of defence, border security and secret service chiefs.

If he had been in the Army, he might be a lieutenant, but as a ministerial advisor he was telling service chiefs what his minister (may or may not have) wanted.

And that’s typical at federal, state and occasionally local government level.

The former PM reflected that some of the biggest mistakes of his time in Canberra came from acting too quickly and rashly with the enthusiastic advice and thought bubbles of young, some very young, advisors who were very bright and energetic, but lacked

what we oldies might call experience and judgement.

The former PM admitted he had allowed some of these youngsters to cow and cut up senior public servants and business and community leaders triple their age when they advised some caution, or perhaps some alternate paths.

But the young adviser who started at 5am and was still at his side at midnight had much more of the PM’s ear than experienced bureaucrats who recognised a 10 hour day was about the limit for hard thinking practical advice (and probably had families to go home to rather than a bottle of whiskey in the ministerial office drawer).

I did remind the former PM that long serving prime ministers always had a few grey hairs to offer steady, practical advice.

John Howard had Tony McNutt and a few other grey hairs, sometimes to the chagrin of then young Treasurer Peter Costello (who then hired a few grey hairs who ensured his longstanding entrepreneurial fiscal

policies - such as the successful Future Fund).

And Bob Hawke had the largely hidden Peter Barron, former tabloid journo who demanded one hour a week with the then PM. Hawke and Barron would spend the first 20 minutes analysing the horse racing form, given they were keen and sometimes successful punters.

remember Munich for the 1972 Olympics? Palestinian extremists infiltrated the athletes’ dorm and murdered 11 Israeli athletes and coaches and a German police officer, but who remembers, or cares?

Our time on the “world stage” ends when the final bows are taken, politicians stop posing for media pics, and all the condoms distributed in the athletes’ village are either put to good use or turned into water bombs.

Remember Expo 88? Yep, we were on the world stage for six months, not six days, so the plaudits lasted a bit longer.

And what about the Brisbane G20 Summit? Who remembers anything about it?

So next time you hear someone sprouting that the Palaszczuk Olympics or the Roma Wife Carrying Championship will put us on the world map or the world stage, feel free to laugh or yawn.

Just missed OK, so my Tower of Power gossip last week was out by a few weeks. The Premier quit this week, not next month.

Oh, and don’t believe Queen Annastacia’s statements: “Now is the time to find out what else life has to offer”; “Last week,

leader and give them the awful truth.

As some of Labor’s grey hairs have shown trying to get the message through to our current Premier. Don’t think the grey hairs are doing this for their own ego.

They are actually trying to cut through the enthusiastic, energetic ministerial adviser Praetorian Guard to give her some home truths from their

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Under My Skin Famous for fleeting focus and fading footlights I think it’s about time we gave Australian cartographers a holiday and theatre production companies a break.

We keep making them redraw the world map and light up the world stage.

Every time we host anything from the Olympics to a dunny derby we say the event will/has put us “on the world map” or “on the world stage”.

It doesn’t matter if we are racing camels, crabs or cockroaches, “The world’s focus is on us”, we proclaim.

“The world is watching”.

Remember how the 1956 Melbourne Olympics put us on the world’s map and stage? Bugger, we must have dropped off, because it took the 1983 Commonwealth Games (followed by a fall) and the 2000 Sydney Olympics to put us back there.

Talk about bad luck. We must have faded again because apparently the 2032 Olympics will put us back on that ever-changing map and poorly-lit stage.

Here’s a challenge for you.

Name one city or country that was permanently put on the world map or stage because of the Olympics.

Athens maybe, but let’s stop the BS. How many people

Then Barron would give Hawke some truth telling, such as when his ego got ahead of practical policy (no child will live in poverty, plant a billion trees etc). The advice was often delivered in fruity, direct language, which Hawke, of course, appreciated.

It’s not as easy as you may think to stand face to face with a successful political

my mind was made up at national cabinet”; “And I just feel now is the right time.

I just absolutely feel it’s the right time. I’ve run this marathon”.

That’s all codswallop. The union bosses were singing “you’ll have to go” so she went.

I’m writing this before knowing who has put their hand up for Premier. Last week the whispers said “Deputy Steven Miles will take over as Premier with Shannon Fentiman his Deputy”.

But how does Treasurer Cameron Dick fit in the picture? Is he Premier material or the likely Deputy? And where does that leave Fentiman and the all-important gender balance? Will factional priorities or “equality” rule?

By the time you read this some questions will probably be answered, and if Dr Mogadon Miles becomes Premier, it calls for a slight edit to the Blackadder quote: “The eyes are open, the mouth moves, but Mr Brain has long since departed, hasn’t he, Steven?”

Just briefly I had a panic attack while standing at a busy intersection in the Brisbane CBD. I realised I wasn’t carrying a Palestinian flag, hadn’t thrown paint on

masterpieces, or glued myself to the pavement. I thought I’d be arrested.

Q and A: What’s the difference between a bus and the Queensland Government? The wheels on one go round and round.

The wheels on the other have fallen off.

Energy Minister Mick de Brenni and Treasurer Cameron Dick say a megasuite of renewable energy projects will be delivered on time and on budget. If they have timelines and budgets they are either lying or are brain dead — and they are not (totally) brain dead.

“The world’s biggest forensic disaster” is the way Queensland Health’s DNA testing fiasco has been described. Proof of incompetence, lies, and deception has been provided to two Commissions of Inquiry but no one has been held responsible.

Are we that cheap and fickle? Qantas hopes to woo back cattle class passengers by offering them free alcohol after noon instead of after 4pm. I wonder if Allan Joyce ever had to pay for a drink before 4pm and, if he was asked to, did he switch to Virgin?

Mayoral murder No one has the right to mangle Christmas songs.

I write this while the Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols is

grey haired experience.

The energy and ideas of the youngsters is admirable and necessary to prevent the Bah Humbugism that oldies can fall into.

But as the continual mis steps of recent political times, let along the appallingly large multi billion dollar cost blow outs of everything from road and rail infrastructure to government IT projects, shows enthusiasm and a rush to announce the glittering new political project has got well ahead of the boring rational consideration of checking the numbers add up and the glitzy computer generated diagrams are indeed deliverable.

As the former PM ruefully said to his three grey haired longtime mates recently, “ I wish I had a bit of your grey hairs in my office.”

Yes Prime Minister.

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still (dis)gracing the TV screen.

I was saddened when Jingle Bells were murdered, but when The Little Drummer Boy was brutally bashed beyond recognition, I switched off.

Some things should be treated with respect. Artistic licence can be tolerated to a degree but not when thousands of people are denied the right to sing along to their favourites, at the best time of the year.

Don’t mess with Christmas.

Watt’s our saviour The Elf Who Saved Christmas has nothing on the Queensland Senator who did more than that — he made a speech.

Every Australian is now in the debt of Murray Watt who came up with one of the great parliamentary addresses when he spruiked: “The traditional ham is a staple of any Christmas lunch in Australia, and we know families are doing it tough at the moment and the cost of a lot of things is going up. (Thanks Senator, none of us knew that but we now know who to blame.)

“It’s time for supermarkets to do their part and say one thing we won’t put up is the price of a Christmas ham.

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on ham would allow families to budget in the weeks leading up to the holiday.”

That statement was laughably described as “a stern warning”. I bet Coles and Woolies saw the joke and jacked up the price of every other Christmas food item.

No guessing why our brave Senator earned the title Watts the Wanker. Honestly, this bloke would bore the undies off a village idiot.

Sound the alarm Prepare yourself for an assault of some sort, probably on your hip pocket.

A daily newspaper editorial told us the most surprising thing about the recent national cabinet meeting was that everyone walked away happy.

That set off the alarm bells in a big way. If our Prime Minister, State Premiers and Chief Ministers are all happy with what they decided, it means we are going to pay a heavy price for their political contentment.

Joker of the Week: AlmostPast Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk.

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y t i n u m m o C d r o f d o o W WEASEY’S PROPERTY REPORT Insights into the local housing market with Chris Wease, Senior Sales Agent at Remax Living, Woodford.

IMPORTANT changes to Property Law in Queensland proposes both minor and major changes.

The Queensland Government has ushered in a new era for property transactions with the passing of the Property Law Bill 2023 on October 25, 2023. This landmark legislation replaces the Property Law Act 1974, introducing a series of reforms to simplify and modernise provisions that were outdated or unclear.

A key aspect of the bill is the introduction of a mandatory Seller’s Disclosure Regime, applicable to both residential and commercial property sales in Queensland. Once in

effect, sellers must furnish a disclosure statement and prescribed certificates to prospective buyers before the signing of a sales contract.

Real estate professionals are permitted to prepare and exchange these documents on behalf of the seller, with some limited exceptions for specific property transactions.

Buyers will now have the right to terminate a contract at any time before settlement if the disclosure documents are not provided correctly or contain material mistakes or omissions that the buyer was unaware of.

The legislation also modernises provisions related to the settlement of

contracts, aligning them with contemporary conveyancing processes, including electronic services such as DocuSign.

The updated provisions address delays in settlement caused by adverse events such as weather, public health emergencies, acts of terrorism, or war. They also cover inoperative computer systems for electronic conveyances on the settlement date, ensuring consistency between paper-based and electronic transactions.

Regarding easements and Rights to Rescind: the new provisions confirm that both positive and negative covenants contained in registered easements will bind

the grantor and grantee and their successors in title.

Provisions relating to the right of a buyer to rescind a contract for a damaged or destroyed house have been clarified and the buyer has rights which end on the earlier of: Settlement; or the buyer taking possession of the property; or the seller rectifying the dwelling so that it is returned to the condition it was prior to the damage.

The buyer then has a right to inspect the dwelling to confirm the condition.

The new Property Law Bill also introduces significant changes to commercial leases, specifically concerning the assignment and sublease

of leases and breach of lease procedures have been updated, eliminating the need for a notice to remedy breach if the lessor reasonably believes the lessee has given up possession. Procedural changes have also been made to lease renewals, outlining the process for a lessor to refuse a lessee’s extension in case of a breach.

These sweeping changes aim to modernise and streamline property transactions in Queensland, emphasising transparency and fairness for all parties involved.

The Bill will commence on a date fixed by proclamation which means a date to be set

by Parliament in the future.

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Folk festival ready to thrill Woodford gears up for annual ritual THE 36th annual Woodford Folk Festival is fast approaching, with the weeklong event starting December 27.

In the past, the Woodford Folk Festival has attracted more than 120,000 attendees and participants which supports local cafes, restaurants, accommodation and tourist locations.

Each year, the Woodford Folk Festival becomes a world of its own as thousands of visitors of all ages celebrate the end of the year and experience a diverse range of music, dance, circus, films, street theatre, visual arts, children’s activities and ceremonies.

It provides a wonderful opportunity to connect with creativity and to be immersed in a range of traditions and customs, including the cultures of Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders.

Festival Director, Amanda Jackes, said the festival aimed to deliver a reprieve from the stresses of modern life and increased social isolation

and lift people up to meet challenges with optimism and action.

“The festival is a place where the division between life and art blend,” she said.

“This is something that Indigenous communities have at the core of their culture.

“It is something we hope we can all experience living together while engaging in the expression of our rich and diverse cultures.

“For some, it can be an awakening, for others a ritesof-passage and for many a familiar path travelled by an pilgrimage.

“Whatever the festival is for you, we hope you come away with renewed hope and reconnected energy.”

This year’s schedule is staggering in its diversity, quality and expression of the culture which will celebrate an incredible creative depth and cultural diversity.

It’s a place where lawyer, academic and Indigenous policy advisor Noel Pearson, takes to the stage to address

festival-goers while 50 metres away, DeJa Voodo hosts Juju Jungle, a mesmerising menagerie of marvels where cabaret meets mind-bending art; where multiple WalkleyAward winning journalist Tracey Spicer AM warns of the bigotry embedded in AI technology while Australia’s Queen of Burlesque, Imogen Kelly, runs a talk and workshop on breast health and burlesque; where Federal Arts Minister Tony Burke discusses the magic of art while Austral teach Irish dance steps, and where Dr Karl lectures on great moments in science while artists like Regurgitator rev a crowd up to fever pitch.

It’s also where beloved Gardening Australia host Costa Georgiadis hops off stage at the biggest venue onsite to grab a snack before jumping up later that night with his party band, The More Please Orchestra.

Household names include first time visitor, Ben Lee, who, alongside his regular stage show is also dropping a DJ set as DJ DadBod.

Formidable singer songwriter Lisa O’Neill and the legendary Andy Irvine are visiting from Ireland, and trekking out from the United States are psychedelic Panamanian

Kansas City-based band Making Movies and sensational cabaret star, Rizo.

Minister for the Arts Leeanne Enoch said the annual Woodford Folk Festival will

usher in the new year with an inspiring celebration of arts, culture and community bringing together diverse artists, speakers and audiences.

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Strong willpower will come to your rescue. Avoid boredom by being creative in your endeavors. Your partner may push buttons that infuriate you. You haven’t been watching your spending habits and you may have been neglecting your duties.

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You need time to think things through. You should get out and meet new people this week. If everyone wants to do their own thing, let them. Don’t force your opinions on friends or relatives unless you are prepared to lose their favor.

Your home may be in an uproar and you are best to stay out of the line of fire if at all possible. You will find that you are able to clear up a number of small but important details. Changes at home will be necessary. You can enhance your reputation if you treat family and friends with respect and dignity.

Enjoy a quiet dinner for two and discuss some of the plans you have for the future. Sudden good fortune will help you cover your debts. Don’t let your emotions interfere with your efficiency. Your knowledge and good sense will help more than you think.

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Now is the time for completing hobbies that you’ve been working on for a long time. Uncertainties are still prevailing. Don’t bend to the pressure. Sudden good fortune will help you cover your debts.

Curb or cut out that bad habit you’ve been meaning to do something about.

Avoid scandals of any sort. You’ve been in a rut and you need to do something that will help you break the pattern you’ve fallen into. Your emotional attitude with respect to your status and direction in society may be unrealistic.

You can get ahead if you present your ideas to superiors. You could be disillusioned if you let relative in on your emotional thoughts. Set a limit on the amount you’re willing to spend, and be sure to stick to it.

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Sport Esk Golf Results Friday Turkey Run December 8. Glenda Lockett was back in fine form, winning on a beautiful afternoon for golf.

Brian Glanville was runner-up after a 2-way countback.

Run-down: winner G Lockett 51/30, runner-up B Glanville 45/32. NTP 13 P Cook, 17 L Pratt. L Pratt 41/32, M Beetz 44/33, G Punch 45/35, J Lumsden 54/36, I McIntyre 55/37, G Ray 55/40, P Cook 50/42.

Saturday December 9: Club Competition - Single Stableford winner P Cook 36pts, r/up D Bitossi 36.

T Adams 34, C Nielsen 34, I Knopke 33, G Smith 33, G Proctor 32, B Tumney 32, B Thorogood 32, S Wilson 29, R Weier 28, C Pettet 28, B Farnham 28, S Lerm 27, D Milasas 26, G Collins 26, D Richards 20, NTP. Handicap 15+. 1/10 4th T Adams, 3/12 3rd G Proctor. Handicap 0-14.

5/14 3rd B Thorogood, 9/18 2nd B Farnham.

All in - sponsor Esk IGA 4/13 G Collins. Sponsor Bribane Valley Meats 8/17 2nd G Collins. Small but happy field on a hot day, with Cooky taking the win, Doug bridesmaid again,

getting r/up spot.Gary had a good day, winning both sponsored pin shots, with a hot chook voucher and a breakfast tray.

Sunday December 10: 3rd round Sunday Chooky v Friday Turkey Challenge.

Sponsors Garry and Faye Punch: Top 5 scores to count.

Overall winner S Wilson.

Chooky winner S Wilson 29 nett, r/up M Scott. Turkey winner G Ray 30 nett, r/ up P S Lerm 32. Putting competition Shaun Wilson 13 putts.

NTP H/C 0-11. No 1 3rd S Wilson, No 5 3rd M Scott, No 7 2nd S Wilson. Handicap 12+ No 2 4th S Lerm (in hole), No 3 3rd C Pettet, No 6 3rd D Back.

All In - No 4 J Humphrey, No 8 2nd S Wilson, No 9 3rd M Scott. Best dressed Cooky, wooden spoon Marj.

A great turnout for our final round of Chooky/Turkey Challenge. The Turkey player won the series 2-1 as the Chooky players took the win. Shaun had an excellent 9 holes to take the overall win, Turkey won 3 pin shots and the putting competition.

Many thanks to Garry and Faye for providing heaps of prizes and putting on the food. Every player received a new ball to play with,

Winners of the Chooky/Turkey Challenge 10/12/23 Esk

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Kilcoy Golf Results Wednesday December 6: 18 Hole Stableford (NTQ MM).

Trophy donor Kilcoy Golf Club. Winner Blue Reidy 38 points on c/b from r/up Greg Currier. R/down to 36 points.

NTP: 2/11 Todd Gundry, 4/13 Mark Bradshaw, 6/15 Troy Edwards, 9/18 Rod Waldron.

Saturday December 10: 18 Hole 2 ball Ambrose (Alternate hit) McGrath Foundation Pink Day. Trophy donors Cooper/Tones family.

Winners Steve Bichel and Brett Runge 64 nett on c/b from r/up Neville King and

Gavin Allward. 3rd Adam Dennis and Craig Oldaker 64.5 nett, 4th Michael O’Connor and Todd Edwards 65.5 nett.

Junior winners Cody Cooper and Archie Gould. R/up (tie) Zac Cooper and Cooper Golding; Carter Gould and Cambell Gault.

NTP: 1/10 Scott Bell, 2/11 Dusty Allery, 3/12 Kody Griggs, 4/13 Boony, 5/14 Adam Dennis, 6/15 Trent Smith, 7/16 Ray Williams, 8/17 Boony, 9/18 Laurie.

Best dressed Luke and Heath Gould. Ladies long drive Tanya Arnold. Men’s long drive Jamie Mitchell. N.A.G.A Cooper Jones and Hamish Hutchinson.

D Lund, C Creedy 35. NTPs: 2 Lowood M Callander, 5 Pat Dwyer, 11 D 14 D Sharp, 14 Ladies Golf Results Sharp, 2nd shot Peta Dwyer, 1/10 2nd shot Div 1 J Webb, Div 2

TUESDAY December 5: Single Stableford. Winner S Luxford 41, r/up E Jensen 37 on a count back from 3rd J Luxford. BRD: A Kingdon 37; J Levitt, Peta Dwyer, B Gargano 34; D Sippel, R Heathwood 33. NTPs: 2 A Skinner, 5 B Green, 11 C Petrohilos, 14 J Harrison. Ladies 2nd shots: 2 H Gargano, 5 Peta Dwyer, 11 S Luxford, 14 Peta Dwyer.

Thursday December 7: Single Stableford. Winner R Heathwood 39 on a count back from r/up G Hair. BRD: D Sharp, Peta Dwyer, J Ormaechea 37; Pat Dwyer 36;

D Sharp.

Saturday December 9: 2-Person Multiplier Stableford. Winner P Harmon and A Bolton 96, r/up P Hallett and B Richards 82, 3rd S Kopelke and S Kopelke 80.

BRD: M Rennie and H Buckley, T Skippington and K Lander 72; D Notley and P Notley 70; B Wieland and J Grace 69; S Notley and J Harvey, P Muller and D Gray 65. NTPs: 2 D Johnstone, 5 C Wieland, 11 P Harmon, 14 B Wieland, 3/12 2nd shot Div 1 D Johnstone, Div 2 K Lander.

Kim Dorman. Runners-up Toogoolawah and were Phil Gregory, Keith and new member Bowls Club McWhirter Maida Giffen.

Raffle went to Dianna TUESDAY December 5 was our final Pub Day for this year.

We were thankful to have 14 teams playing, and all enjoyed a great day. Winners were Steve Lehmann’s team: Darryl Butler, Wayne Talbot, Steve Lehmann and Greg Beard. Runners-up were Alan Cameron’s team: Alan Cameron, Shaun Nutley, Pat Lomas and Des Knopke.

First round winners were Gerrit’s team: Gerrit Winkeler, John Folbigg, Loraine Folbigg and Kim Dorman.

Second round winners were Len’s team: Len Smyth, Col Melcer, John Greany and Phil Gregory.

A big thank you to all who contributed to the 2023 Pub Day Season, and the sponsors. Without them, it wouldn’t be possible. We hope to see all next year.

On Sunday December 10, we had our final game for the year with a little Christmas cheer after.

Winners were Martin Baily

Caboolture darts TWENTY-FOUR players attended the Caboolture Social Darts Club venue on Monday for the final night of pot luck doubles for this year.

Members enjoyed free food, and two candlelit cakes were presented by the club’s two youngest members while there were five birthdays for the month.

This week’s winners were Chris K and Matt Ivey while runners-up were Corey and

Gregory. Presentations for the day went to the 2023 Pairs Champions Martin Baily and Phil Gregory.

A big thank you to sponsor Neville Denman, and a Merry Christmas to all. See you in the New Year.

For Your Calendar.

• The next club meeting will be at 9am on Sunday February 11, 2024.

• Green renovation works will commence this week with numbers required on Saturday to make the works easier on everyone.

Please advise Keith if you are available to participate.

Bring a shovel and a wheelbarrow if available, and of course a bit of muscle.

• The next Pub Day will be dependent on conditions allowing, as the ditches will be replaced in early February 2024.

Please keep your eyes on the papers for final details.

Jenny.

The high score prize went to Mark B (140), and Codie had a 140 for the ladies.

Top throws came from Peter H (120 and 123), Dale (111 and 120), Matt (137), Conner (125, 100 and 100), Mandy (116 and 100), Sherrie (92) and Tammy (84), while Matt won the pegs (best one 54).

Caboolture darts will resume at the Hayes Street venue on January 8. Visitors are welcome.

For more information, ring secretary Ian on 0400 475 007.

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Toogoolawah Golf News COMING from The Great Southern Railway, on our way back to Brisbane.

Ladies played an 18 and 9 hole event on Wednesday December 6.

Robyn Edmonds won the 18 holes with 25 points, and Enid Faulkner won the 9 holes. Enid’s NTP no 4/13 Robyn Edmonds. PM chook run was also a 9 hole Single Stableford event.

Winner Geoff Murtagh 28 points, runner-up Craig Granzien 26. NTPs 13 Geoff Murtagh, 14 Graeme Kuhn.

Saturday December 9 was a Single Stroke event,

proudly sponsored by Sharon, Terry Cowley and family. Also Monthly Medal for December. Men’s winner Trevor Friedrich 74 nett, runner-up Len Smyth 75.

Ladies winner Ailsa Richter 74 nett, runner-up Enid Faulkner 75. Ladies longest Putt Enid Faulkner. Men’s Trevor Friedrich Exchange Hotel Groovy Goat 3/12 Bob Marshall, IGA Toogoolawah 4/13 Agg Dagan, For Frank 6/15 Trevor Friedrich, Grand Hotel Esk 7/16 men’s Trevor Friedrich, ladies Ailsa Richter.

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December: Trevor and Ailsa.

Congratulations on winning the first monthly medal.

Thanks to the Cowley family for a fantastic day.

There was also time to reflect on Barbara Harding, past life members of the club. Thank you Sharon and family.

Coming events: Saturday December 16: 18 hole Single Stableford for BV Meats trophy day, 11am hit off.

Wednesday December 20: ladies AM Golf; 7.30am for 18 holes, and 8am for 9 holes. PM chook run starts at

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Sport Brumbies fire against Coorparoo THE Burpengary Brumbies recorded a 62-run victory against Coorparoo in last Saturday’s cricket contest at the Burpengary-based James Worthington Oval.

A two-day game was scheduled, but a one-day game eventuated after the previous Saturday was abandoned due to wet conditions.

Burpengary’s total of 6/203 in 35 overs proved well beyond Coorparoo’s reach, as the visiting side was dismissed in 26.5 overs.

Both teams were 6/141 at one stage, with Burpengary having an unbroken seventh wicket partnership of 62 before Coorparoo lost its final four wickets without the addition of a run.

Rob Staplehurst, Marley Helliwell and Noah Bell shone with bat and ball for the hosts after they won the toss.

Burpengary lost an early wicket before Staplehurst maintained the sort of form which enabled him to score 100 in the previous round.

Staplehurst smacked six fours and four sixes in his 57 from 49 balls, while Sam Cole and Jake Lawson made useful 20s.

Helliwell and Bell made unbeaten 30s to push the total above 200. Thirteen runs came from the final over, including a six to Bell from the penultimate delivery.

Coorparoo opener Dan Olejniczak found the boundary five times as he raced to 26 off 16 balls, before his departure left the visitors 3/42 in the seventh over.

Tom Cameron was Coorparoo’s best hope as he slammed three fours and three sixes, before his dismissal for 37 off 19 balls left the team in disarray at 6/103.

Following a partnership of 38, the final four wickets fell in the space of 14 balls.

Bell finished with four wickets while Staplehurst and Helliwell claimed two each.

Cole picked up one wicket, as did a fill-in player.

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Lowood into finals Futsal teams reach finals ● LOWOOD ◗ Liam Hauser

TWO of four Lowood State High School (LSHS) futsal teams reached the finals series while one of them reached the decider in the recent Calvary Cup competition.

The LSHS U16 girls finished runners-up in their division while the U14 girls reached the semi-finals, whereas the U14 and U16 boys missed the semi-finals but could hold their heads high.

With all games played at the Carbrook-based Calvary Christian College as usual, Lowood’s teams were by no means at full strength due to some injuries and player unavailability.

The head of the Health and Physical Education (HPE) department at LSHS, Trent Davison, later said it was a great opportunity for all of the students to continue their futsal development against high level competition.

“For many of our junior players it was an eye-

opening experience, as they went up against tough and well drilled sides, which demonstrated the level that our students need to rise to, to become competitive at this level of play,” he said.

Lowood’s U16 girls defeated Mt Tamborine and Redlands during the group stage, with Lillian Coffey a standout performer against Mt Tamborine and Hanna Shearer scoring a hat-trick against Redlands.

The LSHS U16 girls gave their best in the final as Lily Wright had a particularly strong game, but they lost a tight tussle to John Paul College (JPC).

Lowood’s U14 girls enjoyed wins over Kings College, Mt Tamborine and Loganlea as Zoey Phipps and Heidi Lowe put in exceptional performances.

The play went backand-forth in the team’s subsequent semi-final against JPC, with Lowood matching it with the

opposition before JPC finished just ahead and consequently relegated LSHS to third place.

“The emergence of these young players over the last 12-24 months will have the Football Academy stocked with plenty of talent for years to come,” Mr Davison said.

Lowood’s U16 boys drew JPC and then had a solid win against the host school, before going down by just one goal against Mt

Tamborine. Ultimately, this Lowood team missed the finals on goal difference.

Brandon Beecham, Kohen Whitmore and Hayden Shearer were among Lowood’s best players, and Alex Steinhardt made many saves after a late call-up to be the goalkeeper against Mt Tamborine.

The LSHS U14 boys team was inexperienced as a few of the players represented the school for the first

time, but the effort and enthusiasm were impressive.

This team’s best result was a draw against a tough Kings College outfit.

Henry Snell, Glen Eland and Xander Wieland played superbly and led the rest of the team in the ‘never give up’ attitude.

Rylee Peterson and Bryden Kri Kri led the charge on the defensive front and were a thorn in their opponents’ side all day.

Snakes first graders fly the flag CABOOLTURE’S first grade cricketers survived a scare or two as they defeated the Coolum Sharks by 27 runs at Ronnie Cargill Oval last Saturday.

The visitors collapsed twice but their total of 148 was sufficient, as the hosts also collapsed before one lower order partnership threatened to change the result.

Caboolture was 0/43 before slumping to 7/84, and then a 62-run partnership was followed by a collapse of 3/2.

Were it not for Lachlan Ryan’s 61 at number eight, the Snakes might not have even reached 100.

Coolum lost its openers without scoring before the Sharks fell to 7/74, only for an eighth wicket partnership of 39 to revive the home team’s chances.

Stephan Scheepers took 14 runs off one over before hitting back-to-back fours in another over, before he was run out for 39.

Having earlier made a duck, Glen Batticciotto bagged five scalps for Caboolture while Steele Draper, John Nugent and Ben Spooner shared the other wickets.

In second grade, a total of 9/144 in 40 overs wasn’t quite enough for the Snakes as they lost to the Palmwoods Hinterland

Hawks by three wickets at Caboolture Cricket Club.

The hosts crashed from 0/40 to 6/78 before partnerships of 28 and 29 proved vital.

Nicholas Haffenden topscored with 25 at number nine while James Brand made 19 not out at number eight.

The Hawks cruised to 0/69 in 14 overs before Brand captured five wickets as the visitors fell to 6/102. Dallas Keast also chipped in with the vital wicket of opener Brendan Jones for 60.

Keast struck again with the total at 119 before Harry Kavanagh and Scott Hogan polished off the remaining runs, with the latter hitting a four to seal the result.

The Maroochydore Swans controlled the third grade match on home soil, as their first seven batters made scores between 14 and 60 in a healthy total of 5/224.

Jas Saini was the pick of Caboolture’s bowlers with 2/31, before all five of Maroochydore’s bowlers shared the wickets as the visitors were dismissed in 30.5 overs.

Cooper Marshall top-scored with 24 at number seven, and the total of 101 included a 21-run partnership for the final wicket.

In fourth grade action at Caboolture, a superb all-round performance from Snakes captain Luke Tuza

wasn’t enough to prevent a 109-run loss to the CooroyEumundi Cougars.

The visitors were in strife at 3/23 before finishing their 40 overs with a formidable total of 8/241.

Brett Evans led the way with 88 not out and was well supported by fast scoring duo Jason Martin and Lachlan Harrison with 52 and 46 respectively.

Tuza claimed 4/29 in seven overs and then blasted 51 off 34 balls while none of his team-mates passed 17.

Harrison captured 4/18 in eight overs, while both teams conceded 26 runs in wides.

Caboolture’s fifth graders were competitive before losing to the Nambour Cutters by five wickets on Nambour soil.

The visitors were 3/36 before Kai Allom led a middle order revival as he scored 40, and then the Snakes lamented a lower order collapse as the final five wickets fell for 20 runs.

Having been all out for 159 with nearly five overs in hand, the Snakes reduced the Cutters to 3/33 before partnerships of 69 and 42 set up the result with 15 balls to spare.

Nambour gave away 31 runs in illegal bowling before Caboolture conceded 62 sundries, including 41 from illegitimate deliveries.

Woodford Pony Club’s Taylah Smith rides Ottaba November Rain. Photo credit: R & P Equine Studios.

Continued from page 28 In the process, one of their trainers was former Olympic representative Guy Creighton.

“The girls were extremely proud to be selected on the Queensland team,” Sue said.

“It was a great honour to be recognised for all the hard work they put into training their horses and the many hours travelling to competitions each weekend.

“They were very pleased with their overall placings which were probably better than they anticipated when they were selected.”

Sue said the three Woodford girls felt pressure

to perform well, considering it was a state level competition while they were representing their state as well as Zone 26 East Moreton Pony Club and Woodford Pony Club.

“Each of the girls rode to the best of their ability and the results were a testament to that,” Sue said.

The Woodford Pony Club secretary said the trio hoped to attend the NSW championships again next year, while attending nationals was unknown as it was held every two years while the host state for the next nationals event was undecided.

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Riding high at States Amiteal Smith rides Ottaba Moonshine (main); Maddison Herd rides Foxhole Kaypers (inset).

Photos: R & P Equine Studios.

Woodford trio stars in pony club state event ● WOODFORD ◗ Liam Hauser

THREE Woodford Pony Club members were prominent placegetters as they represented Queensland in the recent NSW Pony Club State Combined Training and ODE Championships.

Maddison Herd was named champion in both of her events, and Amiteal Smith placed second and third while Taylah Smith had a

top-six placing.

The three Woodford riders were among nine Queensland representatives while there were about 50 riders from NSW for the weekend at the Nana Glen Sport, Recreation and Equestrian Centre.

Conditions were hot and sunny while the grass was lush and green.

With riders ranging from eight to 25 years of age, the competition consisted of

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two events – the Combined Training and the One Day Event (ODE). Both events involved one round of showjumping and a dressage test, while the ODE also involved a cross country course consisting of about 20 fixed jumps over a distance of about 2200m.

Dressage required the rider to keep the horse calm and controlled and show how their riding ability could

get the horse to perform some complex movements.

Showjumping and cross country required the rider to set their horse up to jump safely.

Bravery was required of both rider and horse on the cross country course, as the jumps were solid and would not dismantle like showjumping jumps.

Maddison came first in the 17-25 years Advanced 105cm

Combined Training and the 95cm ODE, while Amiteal came second in the 13-16 years Novice 80cm Combined Training and third in the 95cm ODE. Taylah rode well without gaining a placing in the 17-25 years Novice 90cm Combined Training, before coming sixth in the 80cm ODE. The Woodford trio had previously competed in these disciplines at Queensland

championships, but this was the first time they did so at the NSW championships although Taylah had competed in other disciplines at past NSW championships.

Woodford Pony Club secretary Sue Smith said the three girls attended many competitions during the year and also trained at home and attended training days at other pony clubs.

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