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VET Excellence to be recognised in Maryborough The State’s premier Awards for the Vocational Education and Training sector are coming to Maryborough in August. The North Coast Regional division of the Queensland Training Awards will be presented at The Brolga Theatre on Saturday 2nd August. The Queensland Training Awards recognise the brightest and best apprentices, trainees, students, employers, training organisations and trainers. Nominations closed in April, and the judging panels are now conducting the unenviable task of selecting the finalists in each of the Awards. The winners of the Regional Awards, go on to compete at State level, with the ultimate goal
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Fabulous response to Creative Learning There has been a fabulous response to the Creative Learning Program with many learning successes already. Here is one. A 14 year old came to us as a final schooling option. It is a story I have heard over and over, one of student (let’s call him ‘Fred’) behind with learning, bullying, being stabbed in the playground and reacting violently to the situation, hence being kicked out of school. It is not that he doesn’t want to learn but that he is now so far behind on every count that to catch up in ‘the system’ is almost impossible. Our conversation went as such: Me: How is your writing? Fred: I wrote 300 words once. Me: Great! How about we write a story but do it a bit differently. You tell the story and I type it. Fred: Yep. And he starts. While typing, I watched the word count and silently celebrated when it hit 400, 700, 1100 and at 1170 he turned and comments “I can’t think of anything else”. Fred’s story has
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Is your toddler a problem eater? The parents of toddlers who are problem eaters are still being sought to take part in a study to evaluate the Hassle Free Mealtimes Triple P - Positive Parenting Program. University of Southern Queensland (USQ) psychology lecturer Dr Michelle Adamson said eating difficulties could include fussy eating as well as mealtime misbehaviour such as refusing to come to or leaving the table, tantrums or refusal to eat. Participants will attend a single two-hour seminar, which will offer practical ideas and support about mealtimes. “Parents will learn about the causes of childhood feeding difficulties, establishing eating routines and ground rules, and various behavioural strategies including praise, positive attention, behaviour charts, modelling, planned ignoring, instructions and consequences. “The program will be free of charge to parents as part of the research. In exchange, parents will be asked to complete
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Aldridge State High School’s Elara Crook kept the audience thoroughly amused and entertained to win the Fraser Coast final of Rostrum Voice of Youth with her speech entitled ‘Freedom or Licence’. She will contest the Wide Bay final soon.
Masterlink Computers had very humble beginnings when it originally opened its doors, selling gaming software. Now, 25 years on… Masterlink has become an industry leader and continues to push ahead, opening up new markets. Michael the current owner, believes strongly in supporting the local community. Each year up to 8 work experience placements are made available for students wishing to gain some real “hands on” experience, before finalizing their career paths. He has also recently employed Bradley under a “school based traineeship”. An important “first step” to becoming a fully qualified technician. Andrea also recently joined the team as a workshop based technician, looking after clients at their Esplanade store. Michael has worked at
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Aldridge qualifies for Qld Super Challenge, again Wade Schocker (right) from the Maryborough Community Gardens committee talks with Councillor Chris Loft at Lupton Park, Maryborough. A section of the park is to be transformed into a community vege patch.
Garden plan targets community growth A community garden, the first of many, is set to sprout in a Maryborough park. A group of community-minded people have gained Fraser Coast Council backing to set up the garden in Lupton Park. Maryborough Community Gardens committee co-ordinator Carol Weeks said immediate neighbours of the park had been told of the plans. “Several members have doorknocked the immediate neighbours of Lupton Park. The neighbours we spoke with were all supportive and very positive about the proposed garden.’’ The garden will be set up in a fenced area located in the park. Fraser Coast Councillor Chris Loft said the council would set up the fenced area for the garden and upgrade facilities in the park. “We are right behind this idea,’’ Cr Loft said. “It will be a facility where people can get together as a community. “They can learn about gardening – it’s to involve the whole community - from older people to share their knowledge; to encourage community participation from school children, to Endeavour to families that might not have a garden where they are living.’’ Hervey Bay already has the Halcro Street Community Garden. This one will be Lupton Park Community Garden which will be just the beginning, Cr Loft said.
Endeavour Foundation spokesman and committee member Wade Schocker said the garden would be an ideal place to build social interaction for the group’s workers. “A bonus for us is to contribute by helping out with the general maintenance of the park,’’ Wade said. “That will give us a sense of ownership and pride and allow us to build our social circles.’’ Cr Loft said the council had so many parks that did not get used. “The idea is that we are going to sell off some that don’t get used; and the money used to improve the others.’’ A lot of money was spent on parks, he said. “A quarter of rates go towards park maintenance.’’ Carole and her group are gearing up for the next stage of their plans. “Our next step is the Meet and Greet to be held in the Park on June 14,’’ Carol said. “Apex will be providing a sausage sizzle –and we plan to have a short talk on the proposed garden, the plan on display; a plant swap table and perhaps a demonstration/ talk on gardening related topics.’’ The afternoon’s activities start at 2.30pm. For more information contact Carol Weekes 0429 069 613; > Maureen Gibson 41 221 516; or Michele Phillips 0409 608 628. • A list of Council controlled parks and open spaces is available at www.frasercoast.qld.gov.au/parksand-gardens - there are more than 100.
Maryborough’s Aldridge State High School has won this year’s Fraser Coast Science and Engineering Challenge for the third consecutive year. The team of Years 9 and 10 students clocked up a massive total of 1248 points from the various events, ahead of second and third place getters, Riverside Christian College (878) and Hervey Bay High School (781). Seven Fraser Coast schools competed in the event. Aldridge’s Head of Science Department Iain Carson said
he was thrilled this year’s students had continued the school’s winning streak of four out of five years (2010, 2012, 2013 and 2014). “Congratulations to all our students and thank you to everyone who participated,” Mr Carson said. “This is the highest score any Aldridge team has ever achieved in this competition. They did very well across the board. We’re very proud of them.” However, there was tension in the Hervey Bay PCYC hall as students waited to hear the win-
Maryborough’s Aldridge State High School wins this year’s Fraser Coast Science and Engineering Challenge for the third consecutive year
ner’s names announced – it seemed Aldridge might be pipped at the post by Riverside Christian College of Maryborough. A Riverside team drew a massive applause when its balsa-wood bridge survived the ultimate Bridge Buster test, possibly the only bridge to do so in this year’s regional competitions held across the state so far. Riverside Christian College claimed victory in the bridgebuilding event by 105 points ahead of its rivals including the community team of USQ Executive Manager Brett Langabeer, Federal Member for Hinkler and former electrical engineer Keith Pitt and Ergon Energy’s Commissioning Engineer Matthew Ridgley. Aldridge State High will be heading off to the Sunshine Coast to compete in the Queensland Super Challenge Series in August. The state winner will then compete for the national title in Adelaide in October.
Long walk for big rewards Maryborough State High School had three teams in the Relay for Life recently. The theme this year was Star Wars to celebrate International Star Wars Day. One of the Maryborough High teams raised just over $500 alone. The students walked from 3pm on the Saturday until Sunday morning early in the chilly conditions. Well done to those students who participated.
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Developers play a vital role on Fraser Coast By Councillor Chris Loft We need to encourage developers to our region because the construction inustry has such a snowball effect on the local economy. Construction is so important because it multiplies out. You have all the different tradespeople involved. All those people get a piece of the pie and they’re all local and their money goes around and around. So if the chippy is making money he will take his wife out for dinner at a local restaurant or pub, that establishment employs more people . . . and so on. Here is the point - A healthy Maryborough economy – and this is what all the councillors agree on – means a healthy Fraser Coast economy. That’s the reality because Maryborough is the backbone of the district’s economy.
Maryborough has more businesses than Hervey Bay. This is a fact. However, Hervey Bay’s house construction is picking up speed; but not in Maryborough. I believe developers will need an extra boost before they pull their cheque books out of the pockets in Maryborough. Some examples of how businesses, trades and professional employment is generated from real estate developments. Initial stage: Surveys, engineers, council staff, civil contractors, plant operators, hire companies, material suppliers, accountants, solicitors, town planners.
So, let’s start the conversation on how we can we encourage developers to develop land in Maryborough. What needs to be done? • Lower infrastructure charges. • Deferred payments till land in sold. • Delay fee payments. • Should council invest $3 million (for example) and come part of the way of ensuring the project goes ahead? What else can we do? Construction stage: Architects and designers; building certifiers; building contractors and sub-contractors and all associated trades; and suppliers of such things as timber, cladding, paint, roofing, white goods, fencing curtains, plumbing, furniture to name just a few.
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One of Australia’s most popular chefs, Alastair McLeod, will headline the region’s premier food and wine event, the Relish Food and Wine Festival, in Maryborough on 7 June. Alastair is one of the stars of Channel Ten’s cooking game show, Ready Steady Cook. Fraser Coast Opportunities Events Manager Kim Griffith said Alastair’s commitment to utilising only the best locally sourced inSend your comments to mysay@globenews.com.au or comment online at www.globenews.com.au gredients was a perfect match with Relish. “Alastair is an ardent supporter of all things local. He believes the closer you are to the source of your food, the better it will • Outstanding Volunteer Member for Maryborough, • Small Business (fewer taste and the smaller the carbon footprint (Regional) Anne Maddern MP has than 20 employees) you will create,” Ms Griffith said. • Young Cultural Diversity encouraged residents of the • Business (20 or more “Relish is a delicious showcase of the Ambassador (25 years or Maryborough Region to nomi- employees) Fraser Coast’s finest seasonal produce and under) nate themselves or someone • Entrepreneur regional wineries and Alastair will conduct a • Cultural Diversity Ambasthey know for this year’s • Language Independence number of cooking demonstrations throughsador • Education and Training Queensland Cultural Diversity out the day, to shine the spotlight on our Nominations close on Awards. • Public Sector regional food heroes,” she said. Monday, 16 June. Winners • Outstanding Community Mrs Maddern said applica“It is an exciting opportunity for Festival will be announced during tions were now open for the Organisation (Greater Brisgoers to meet with Alastair and other award Queensland Cultural Diverawards, which recognise bane) winning regional chefs, including our own sity Week being celebrated individuals, and organisa• Outstanding Community My Kitchen Rules winners Dan and Steph statewide from 30 August-7 tions who have contributed Organisation (Regional) Mulheron” September. to greater understanding and Maryborough’s magnificent Portside • Communications and MeFor more information about acceptance of our state’s precinct – incorporating Queens Park, Mary dia Award the Awards and nomination wonderful cultural diversity. River Parklands, heritage streetscapes • Outstanding Volunteer forms visit: www.datsima.qld. Nominations are invited in and the Mary River - will serve as a distinct (Greater Brisbane) gov.au/culturaldiversity the categories of: backdrop to this celebration of regional food and wine. Ms Griffith said this beautiful setting would come alive with fresh local produce, “They were here last year and the kids sure that it’s flat Members of the popular arts company beer and wine tasting sessions, cooking and Bazil Grumble will be special guests at really enjoyed it so the organisers have packed, and food demonstrations, competitions, live this year’s Mary Poppins Festival in the asked them back again which is great,” please notify the music and much more. Park on Sunday, 6 July in Maryborough, Council Waste Project Officer Carol staff that it’s for “This year the event has been extended Council collecand they’re bringing their unique brand of McKeough (pictured) said. into the early evening to satisfy those look“We need a lot of boxes and have set tion,” she said. entertainment with them. ing to enjoy watching the sun over the Mary “If any local Children attending the event will have up donation stations at some of our local businesses have River while relaxing in the park with a glass the chance to help create Bazil Grum- landfill sites,” Donations can be made at the recycling large boxes ble’s Makedo Maze, using hundreds of of wine and some soulful tunes.” tunnels at Saltwater Creek Road Landfill particularly on recycled cardboard boxes. Tickets for Relish are now on sale and Council’s Waste department has come in Maryborough and the Nikenbah Trans- delivery days can be pre-purchased on-line for just $10. on board and is calling on local busi- fer Station in Hervey Bay during normal that they can’t deliver, get in contact with Council and we’ll arrange for them to be Tickets will be $15 at the gate. Children nesses and residents to donate their operating hours.” under 18 are free. Go to www.relishfraserBoth of these sites are open seven picked up.” unwanted cardboard boxes – measuring To organise a donation or pick-up, call coast.com.au for tickets, information and roughly 60cm x 60cm - to help the make days a week from 7.30am to 5pm. “If you are going to donate a box, be 1300 79 49 29. the activity another huge success. accommodation packages.
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As part of the AVA PetPEP program, Year 11 Biology students at Maryborough State High School were visited by animal experts from the local community. They experienced hands-on, interactive and visual learning experiences from staff from Walker Street Vet Surgery, Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary and the Fraser Coast Council. Students learnt about the welfare of animals, responsible pet ownership, animals and the community, healthy living (pets and people) and safety around animals. They were also advised of ways to get involved in careers involving animals. They students loved the program to which they found it very interesting and valuable to their education.
Biology students at Maryborough High have regular access to anatomical specimens to enhance their understanding of theoretical concepts taught in the classroom. This term year 12 biologists are focussing on reproduction and had the opportunity to examine and dissect various reproductive organs including a bovine (cow) uterus, ovaries and testes. Participation in dissections is not compulsory but most students find the experiences to be a welcome break from their books. As student Monique Thatcher explains, “We study lots of diagrams in textbooks but handling the organs makes remembering them much easier, especially for kinaesthetic learners like me.”
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Students gain more life skills The SEE (Skills for Education and Employment) Engineering students went out to the Fraser Coast TESS Farm to help Farm Manager Lino Maragna concrete the last bit of the Packing Shed, in readiness for the Tomato Harvest. The students learnt valuable skills that they will be able to use in their home life or later on in their careers. ••••••••• Pictured (L-R): Jeff Marshall, Alastair Miosge, Kristian Podetti, Keith Staatz, Nathan Arnell, Dylan Fish (Using the Finishing Machine) and Mathew Mosher.
Bringing URANGAN alive Every 1st and 3rd Saturday Urangan Pier Park comes alive with the invited stall-holders from around the Wide Bay. Many would have started there day in the early hours to travel and set up on time so Both Hervey Bay’s Locals and Tourist alike can spend the morning from 8am till 1pm browsing and enjoying the huge selection of quality gift and Fashion wear as well as toping up the fridge with fresh local farm and organic produce. The Pier Park Market is like no other market as it has focused on quality and after 18month the
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Local farmers need our ongoing support By Ian Short We need to buy locally . . . and that means supporting our primary producers. That’s the message from Cr Chris Loft who has gone in to bat for small business operators on the Fraser Coast. Cr Loft recently visited the TESS farm on Mungar Road and spoke with farmer Lino Maragna. The TESS farm is one of many small-crop producers in the area that are dependent on fluctuating prices affected by demand from the big buyers. Lino sends the farm’s tomatoes off to the Sydney markets regularly. “I’ve never had any trouble selling our tomatoes in Sydney, and I’ve never had any rejected,’’ Lino said. “But your whole livelihood is ruled by the market,’’ he said. Cr Loft says that small businesses contribute the most to the local economy. The Fraser Coast has a total of 6000 businesses – 3100 in Maryborough and 2900 in Hervey Bay. Agriculture, forestry and fishing is second after construction for
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the number of businesses. Maryborough is the economic heart of the region. They all need our backing, Cr Loft said. “The farmer needs to get local support.’’ Cr Loft told Lino he wanted so see the farm flourish. “I want this business to flourish. How can we, as a council assist you?’’ He said that perhaps one way the council could help small-business was to look at things such as application fees on infrastructure.’’ “To give you an example: A local farmer who wanted to build a shed was slapped with a huge fee. It was a big shed which cost a lot. I called a meeting of staff and in the end it was established that it wasn’t really a shed. So we were quite happy for him to go ahead and build it.
“So I’m saying as a councillor – be aware of what is required when you make an application. ‘’And, we as a council need to talk with state and federal members. It’s those guys that can start changing some rules.’’ Lino said we needed to educate people about what it took to produce a box of tomatoes which included such things as equipment maintenance and water. “We can’t pass our costs on.’’ Cr Loft said water was another big issue that could be looked at. “I’ve started to scratch around the water issues. “It’s hard to understand how a company in Adelaide or wherever can sell us water. “I thought it was our water.’’ Cr Loft said he wanted business like the TESS farm to expand their output and realised the market was ruled by the big boys such as Coles and Woolworths. “But if we as a council and as a community can play as big a part as possible in that expansion it might mean more stable incomes for producers and better quality products for local consumers.’’ Brenda Maragna and TESS farm volunteer Greg Brown finish packing one of several bags of yellow tomatoes. Brenda said that a good crop of tomatoes would mean work for four to 6 pickers in the field and three workers in the shed.
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Catching up with Ted Sorensen THE STATE’S 32,000 public nurses and midwives have just received their final instalment of an almost 10 per cent pay increase since our LNP government came to office a little over two years ago. This government’s third pay increase instalment means the average nurse and midwife will receive $242 more a fortnight and $73,757 a year. This is obviously a good deal because a prominent union official recently told one of my staff that our Queensland nurses were among the highest paid in Australia. Just shows you the LNP looks after its nurses!
Get in now for centenary celebrations FRASER COAST secondary students are being given the chance of a lifetime with the opportunity to be part of the Centenary of Anzac celebrations in Gallipoli next year. Entries for the 2015 Premier’s Anzac Prize close on September 19 and students from all school sectors can apply. We made a $1 million commitment at the election to give 50 students the chance to go to Gallipoli, but thanks to an extra allocation of places from the Federal Government, we’re delivering double that number. That includes 70 Queensland students and 10 chaperones will mark the 100th anniversary of the Anzac landings next April 25. Check out http://education.qld.gov.au/students/grants/scholarships/anzac/index.html
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A lot to like at Under 8’s “Kids Day Out!” Under 8’s Week has become a much anticipated highlight of the year for Koala Kindy and Junior School students at Fraser Coast Anglican College and this year has the added excitement of FCAC hosting the event for the first time. Principal Mrs Leisa Harper said the College along with many other local schools and child care providers will be celebrating and showcasing early childhood in Hervey Bay by providing an array of activities and opportunities at the event. Everything from face painting to an obstacle course; arts and craft to story-telling; visits from emergency services and much, much more - there literally is something for everyone. “I invite everyone to come and join in the wonderful activities of the Under 8’s Kids Day Out, where
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The Fraser Coast Regional Council has re-affirmed its commitment to the Portfolio system and endorsed the portfolios for the next 12 months. The Portfolios and Councillors are: Portfolio Councillor Economic Development Mayor Gerard O’Connell Tourism, Marketing and Communications Cr Stuart Taylor Sport, Recreation Open Space & Events Cr Darren Everard Community, Heritage and Family Services Cr George Seymour Cultural and Performing Arts Cr Phil Truscott Infrastructure and Planning Cr Trevor McDonald Primary Production and Rural Infrastructure Cr James Hansen Community Health, Education and Training Cr Robert Garland Small Business, Manufacturing and Service Industry Cr Chris Loft City and Town Centre Development Cr Daniel Sanderson Community Resilience Cr Rolf Light
EPIC marketing consultant Matt Clark was on hand with Jeromy Bates from the motor centre to outline the program’s aims.
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Hello Globe readers. USQHub@Maryborough: Very exciting news for residents of Maryborough is the launch of the USQHub@Maryborough. Supported by the LNP State Government with rent free space for 3 years, the University of Southern Queensland has committed to providing a degree level qualification through its Tertiary Preparation and Head Start Programs. The shop front will be located beween the Central State School and Maryborough State HIgh School (entrance from Sussex Street). This shop front will provide face-to-face support for students enrolled in the Tertiary Preparation Program and Year 11 and 12 students enrolled in introductory Head Start courses (first year USQ courses which can be completed while students are enrolled in school). Head Start Courses will be offered in engineering for 20 students and nursing for 20 students. Tertiary Preparation Courses are offered to people who would like to take up a university course but who need to upgrade or gain a qualifcation which allows them to access university. This is particularly attractive to mature age students. These courses are fee free. Courses will commence in July and applications are now open (www.usq.edu.au or phone1800 269 500). I am urging interested people to quickly take up these opportunities which have not been offered before. It has been one of my goals as a local Member to ensure that our residents have an equal opportunity to tertiary education and with the committment by the State Government and University of Southern Queensland, we are well on the way to achieveing that goal. Keep safe - Anne Maddern 2. Unite all EPIC sites and programs in the Fraser Coast with one common, identifiable goal and target 3. Create additional brand awareness for EPIC on the Fraser Coast
EPIC Employment recently launched its latest initiative, Project 360, at Hervey Bay. The launch was held at the brand new showroom of Fraser Coast Motor Centre.
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Scope a) Area • Hervey Bay, Maryborough, North Burnett, JSA & ESS contracts EPIC Employment EPIC Employment Services Inc (EPIC) has been servicing the needs of communities for over 23 years by placing skilled, trained people in employment. EPIC’s vision is “to be the most innovative and unique provider of human and community services”. From its humble beginnings, EPIC has grown to be an industry leader in finding innovative employment solutions, with over 350 staff across 54 service centres in Australia, New Zealand and Slovakia. EPIC has a highly skilled range of employees that combine tertiary qualifications with industry experience, giving them the skills and knowledge to successfully service the varying requirements of employers and job seekers. EPIC operates several different employment programs, delivering services to suit the diverse needs of both job seekers and employers free of charge due to EPIC’s status as a not-for-profit organisation. Concept Help a total of 360 people secure or increase employment or another significant outcome during a five month period leading up to the 2014 Fraser Coast ENE’s across the Fraser Coast ESA in both the JSA and ESS programs.
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1. All Employers who support EPIC Employments Project 360 will be helping a person, a family and a community change their lives. 2. All Employers who support the EPIC Employment’s Project 360 will be invited to attend EPIC Employments, Employer Networking Event Breakfast held in August either Gayndah, Maryborough or Hervey Bay. 3. All Employers who Support EPIC Employments Project 360 will go into the Draw to win a Travel Voucher to the Value of $300.00. 4. All Employers who support EPIC Employments Project 360 will be helping tackle the unemployment problem that the Fraser Coast has been facing.
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