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MULTI-MILLION UPGRADES PRODUCES RECORD SALEYARD NUMBERS The Isaac region’s premier beef precinct has achieved record numbers at the Clermont Saleyards with more than 96,000 cattle processed. The record was thanks to the Queensland Government’s $1 million investment election commitment to the as part of Stage 1 of the Clermont Saleyards and Showgrounds Revitalisation Masterplan Project from the Jobs and Regional Growth Fund.The upgrades included electrical, water and IT upgrades, a full site master plan, construction of 60 individual horse stables, and a designated livestock crossing. An increase of cattle through the facility was also due to the completion of six sets of additional spelling yards which holds an extra 1,000 head. Mayor Anne Baker said Isaac Regional Council had continued to advocate for funding from both levels of government. “Clermont is home to one of Queensland’s oldest agricultural shows and the only show hosted in the Isaac region. And the
neighbouring saleyards is one of Queensland’s most significant trucking cattle centres,” Mayor Baker said. “An incredible $3.2 million through the Australian Government’s Regional Recovery Partnerships for Stage 2 which will help improve infrastructure and technology updates which will continue to support the Isaac region’s vision for a world class saleyards and showgrounds in Clermont.” There are five key elements in this phase with the upgrades and expansion of holding yards, loading docks and renewal works of the J.R. Turner Saleyards. This will help improve efficiencies to meet the growing demand of sale and transit cattle. It will also take advantage of the site’s unfettered triple road train access and train load out facilities. Mayor Baker said the unique community venue offers sustainable, modern, adaptable and
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Continued... accessible facilities that support dynamic event opportunities. “A pavilion refurbishment is planned at the adjoining showgrounds to help deliver education, training and conference facilities through digital and audio-visual upgrades,” Mayor Baker said. “These upgrades will not doubt complement the gross value of Isaac agriculture commodities produced is $323.3 million and this is supported by our $270.7 million beef industry.” This has been a collaborative project between Isaac Regional Council, key stakeholder groups and a multi-disciplinary team. The strong relationship with local livestock agents and investment has seen combined post weight Prime and Store livestock sales increase to fortnightly and these are seeing strong numbers being sold.
A total of 2,300 high standard head drawn from the local area, Dysart, Nebo and Rolleston, were yarded at the 2021 Hoch and Wilkinson Clermont Beef Expo and Trade Display. Major records were broken with 100-day grain fed bullocks topping at 490c/kg and grass-fed bullocks hitting highs of 470 c/kg with heavy feeder steers topping at 532c/kg and feeder heifers reaching 550c/kg. The Isaac Regional Council-sponsored Grand Champion Exhibit winner was the Anderson family at “Narrien” Clermont. In 2021, Kennedy Livestock agents for Elders Rural Services hosted its first annual weaner and feeder sale with more than 1,600 head and record prices achieved. The team is also part of the fortnightly fat and store sale that have seen monster prices achieved this year with sales growing stronger. The recent rain around the district has not only lifted spirits but has further improved the current market.
WETLANDS WEEKEND IS OFFICIALLY QUEENSLAND’S GOLD STANDARD
Pictured: Samarla Deschong of the Koinjmal People from Koinmerburra Country and Isaac Regional Council Mayor Anne Baker. Picture from Queensland Tourism Industry Council
The Isaac region’s premier eco-tourism, culinary and First Nations event has struck gold at the Queensland Tourism Awards. St Lawrence Wetlands Weekend won the
festival and events category at the Brisbane Entertainment and Convention Centre last Friday night, 12 November 2021. It comes after the event won its third gold at the Mackay Isaac Tourism Awards in October. Mayor Anne Baker said the win is a culmination of years of hard work between Council, the Isaac regional communities and its event partners. “I can’t stress enough how proud I am of our Isaac team in building this throughout the years to the premier event it is today,” Mayor Baker said. “These wins don’t come overnight, it comes from years of hard work from our Council team, our First Nations, community groups and event sponsors. “The event continues to delight and surprise our visitors as they taste, explore, create and discover our historic St Lawrence and surrounding coastal communities.” Tourism is one of the most valuable industries in the Isaac region, worth more than $180 million a year and it directly employs about 1000 people.
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Continued... Mayor Anne Baker said the win is a golden opportunity to firmly place the Isaac region on the tourism map. “All these great local experiences would not happen without the pure people power behind the scenes,” Mayor Baker said. “Congratulations to you all and we are so proud in growing our tourism industry and this is more evident as we stand together, resilient and strong. “The Isaac coast’s core promise is - feel the quiet satisfaction of discovering unspoilt nature on a road less travelled. St Lawrence continues to play a real role in being a drawcard for nature
tourism for the Isaac region.” The event was proudly brought to the region by Isaac Regional Council in partnership with the Koinjmal People from Koinmerburra Country and the community. It was supported by the Queensland Government through Tourism and Events Queensland. The awards in Brisbane is delivered by the Queensland Tourism Industry Council. It celebrates and acknowledges the state’s tourism sector for their excellence and rewards operators for their exceptional service. Save the date for the next St Lawrence Wetlands Weekend on 22-24 June 2022.
PUBLIC NOTICES CHRISTMAS LIGHTS COMPETITION OPEN The Christmas Lights Competition is once again open to residents in Clermont, Dysart, Glenden, Middlemount, Moranbah, Nebo and on the Isaac Coast. Council is partnering with Dysart Community Support Group, Moranbah’s community radio station 4RFM and the Clermont Combined Chaplaincy Committee to coordinate the competition in their hometowns.
CLERMONT ENTRY DATES: 1 November - 13 December HOW TO ENTER: Clermont Combined Chaplaincy Committee Collect an entry form from any of Clermont’s schools or visit: www.facebook.com/ events/585481162735673 Residents wishing to light up their local competition by entering their home or business can find all the details at speakup.isaac.qld.gov.au
If you require further information please contact Council’s Customer Service Centre, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227). Jeff Stewart-Harris Chief Executive Officer
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GIVE A BOOK AT CHRISTMAS Christmas is five weeks away and the rush is on to buy presents. Books are always a popular gift choice for all ages. If you need recommendations on what book to buy for the history buff, the ‘green thumb’, master chef or the artist in the family, come and have a chat with the friendly library staff.
AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT - HEATHER MORRIS New Zealand-born writer, Heather Morris is best known for her book The Tattooist of Auschwitz. Morris always had a passion for storytelling and in 1996 enrolled in The Professional
Picture books make wonderful presents for children, but it can be overwhelming when choosing.
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College of Journalism. In 2003, Morris met Lale Sokolov, a survivor of the Auschwitz concentration camp, and this
IT’S WORLD TOILET DAY! It’s in the smallest but most important room in the house – the humble toilet. Gone are the days of having the dunny in a little shed in the back yard and the nightsoil man’s visits to replace the full drum. World Toilet Day is celebrated globally on 19 November and aims to raise awareness about how many people in the world still lack basic sanitary facilities.
led to Morris publishing her debut novel, The Tattooist of Auschwitz. Morris went on to write Cilka’s Journey, a sequel to The Tattooist of Auschwitz. Her latest novel, Three Sisters, is a powerful story of hope and survival of sisters, Cibi, Magda and Livia who are imprisoned at Auschwitz.
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So who invented the toilet?
New books in adult fiction include:
Scottish inventor Alexander Cumming was granted the first patent for a flush toilet in 1775.
• The Pavilion in the Clouds by Alexander McCall Smith
English businessman and plumber, Thomas Crapper improved on the S-bend plumbing trap in 1880 by inventing the U-bend.
• Three Sisters by Heather Morris
Want to know more about the toilet and other inventions? The Clermont Library has a few books about inventions that may satisfy your curiosity.
• The Wish by Nicholas Sparks • Thunderer by Julian Stockwin • State of Terror by Hillary Rodham Clinton and Louise Penny
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CODE A DANCE PARTY WITH CODE.ORG Are you an aspiring choreographer who also loves coding? You can create a cool dance party to share with friends through Code.org. Choose your characters and code their dance steps to songs performed by Ariana Grande, Keith Urban, Miley Cyrus, Ed Sheeran, Coldplay, Madonna and more. Star Wars fans can use Code.org to learn to program droids and create their own Star Wars game in a galaxy far, far away.
DATE CLAIMERS 2021 NOVEMBER • 19 CWA catchup @ CWA Hall 28 Sirius Street, Clermont. 9.30AM to 11.30AM • 20 Clermont Races - Country Stampede @ Pepperina Park. 11AM • 25 Clermont & District Senior Citizens Ass Inc - Mini Cent Sale. 9:30AM start. • 27 Light It Up for Lung Cancer Fundraiser Walk - Hoods Lagoon. 6.30PM. Contact Candice 0427 523 830 DECEMBER • 3 Christmas in the Park @ Centenary Park. 5.30PM to 10PM • 4 Clermont Community Markets @ Anglican Church. From 8AM • 13 Christmas Lights Competition - entries close. Register online at https://suqld.eventsair.com/cclc2021/ or collect an entry form from any of Clermont’s schools. • 17 CWA catchup @ CWA Hall 28 Sirius Street, Clermont. 9.30AM to 11.30AM
There’s also coding activities for Minecraft enthusiasts and fans of Anna and Elsa from Frozen. Code.org is a not for profit organisation dedicated to promoting online coding resources and aims to engage students in computer science. You can access the Code.org eresource through the Library, Arts and Culture link on the Isaac Regional Council website at https://www. isaac.qld.gov.au/library-arts-and-culture/eresources.
Notice for Road Users Construction works are underway and traffic flow may be affected on the following roads between October 2021 and June 2022: • Elgin Road – Road upgrade works are planned. A diversion is active around the works and traffic management is in place. • Moray Carmichael Boundary Road – Road upgrade works are planned. A diversion is active around the works and traffic management is in place.
Enquiries: 1800 423 264 MONTHLY Clermont Playgroup - Clermont State School Hall. Every Monday morning of the school term between 8.45AM and 10.15AM St Joey’s Playgroup - St Joseph’s School Clermont. Each Tuesday during the school term. This playgroup is a casual morning for parents and kids. 9AM Story Time & Craft - Clermont Library. Each Friday 9.30AM to 10.30AM. Bookings required. Ph 4846 3746 Centenary Parkrun - A free, weekly, timed 5k event every Saturday morning. Everyone welcome to walk, jog, run or volunteer. 7AM Start
SPORTS NEWS GOLF NEWS On Saturday we played a President & Captain Stableford. Winner: W.Faint (44pts) Runner-up: K.McGuiness (40pts)
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SSAA CLERMONT BRANCH
Clermont Clay Target shoot the fourth Sunday of the month. If anyone would like to give it a go just turn up, or call Allison on 0427 792 562 or Andrew on 0419 968 577.
The SSAA Clermont Branch shoot on the first and third Sunday of every month. Arrive at range at 9.30am and commence shooting at 10am. Anyone who is interested in shooting rifles or pistols is welcome to attend. You can also find us on Facebook @SSAA Clermont Branch Inc.
RELIGIOUS NOTICES UNITING CHURCH No service on 14 November. Change of service time on 21 November to 11am. Service time 8am each Sunday unless stated otherwise. Contact: Heather James 0429 641 897 Address: Cnr Capella and Box Streets Website: clermontcapellauc.org.au NEW CREATION CHURCH CLERMONT Service time: Sundays, 10:30am Address: Scout Hall, Daintree Street Ps Trevor and Roxanne Cole: 4983 3980 UNITED CHURCH OF GOD (UCG) CLERMONT Service time: Every Sabbath (Saturdays) 2pm Address: 80 Mimosa Street Contact: Ken Murray (Elder) 0487 408 889 Website: ucg.org | beyondtoday.tv LIFE CHURCH Service time: Sundays, 9am
Address: 58 Capella Street Office: Monday and Tuesday, 4983 2926 Pastor Allan Kelly: 0417 095 918 Regular events: Mainly Music (0-5 years): Thursdays, 9.15am Horse Riding: Wednesdays, 4pm - 5.30pm CLAW Youth: Fridays, 7pm - 9pm Kids Club (primary aged): 2nd Friday of every month (term time) 4pm-5.30pm SAINT MARY’S CHURCH First, third, fourth Sundays of the Month – Mass 8am Second and fifth Saturdays of the Month – Mass 6pm ANGLICAN CHURCH SERVICES ALL SAINTS’ CLERMONT All other Sundays Morning Prayer 9am Markets in Church Grounds September 11. Everyone is welcome to attend Contact: Bob Polsen (Warden) 0427 831 676 Address: Cnr Daintree and Capricorn Streets www.facebook.com/clermontanglican
CLERMONT RAG ADVERTISING DISCLAIMER The Clermont Rag is a weekly publication circulated throughout the Isaac Region. The views expressed are not necessarily the views of the Isaac Regional Council or the Editor or the distributors. While every care has been taken in the preparation of The Clermont Rag, the Editor and distributors cannot accept responsibility for any errors or omissions, whether whole or in part, including those caused by negligence, in this publication. The Editor and distributors do not guarantee, and accept no legal responsibility whatsoever arising from or in connection to the accuracy, reliability, correctness or completeness of any material contained within this publication. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the Editor and distributors disclaim all responsibility and all liability for all expenses, losses, damages and costs you might incur arising out of, or in any way related to, the information being inaccurate or incomplete. Owing to space restrictions, the Editor reserves the right to edit long articles. The Clermont Rag does not take positions on any political issue, nor does it endorse any candidate. The publication therefore does not print any advert, article or any submission which can be deemed to contain content of a political nature and reserves the right to remove any advert, article or submission prior to publication.
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MEETING AND IMPORTANT NOTICES CLERMONT MEALS ON WHEELS New volunteers on a permanent or casual basis are most welcome. If you would like to receive meals from Meals on Wheels or require more information please contact: Coordinator - Barb Lambert: 0467 280 493. President - Chris Robertson: 0429 490 102. Secretary/Treasurer – Marg Daniels: 0437 835 272.
CLERMONT PATCHWORK AND QUILTERS GROUP INC Monthly meetings are held on the third Thursday of the month at 10.30am at 76 Capricorn Street, Senior Citizen’s Hall. New members and crafters are welcome. Casual craft days are held every Thursday and Saturday. For further information call Helen Olsen, President on 0403 198 305.
KILCUMMIN STATE SCHOOL TEACHER AIDE Permanent Part-Time 25 hours per week
We are looking for an enthusiastic Teacher Aide to join our team commencing January 2022. The ideal applicant will be energetic and self-motivated and have a genuine interest in helping our students succeed. Please submit a current CV with two references, and a maximum two-page document addressing “How you will be assessed” from the role description, outlining why you would be a suitable candidate. An application package with the role description is available from the school. If you have any queries, please contact the Principal on 0457 169 868. Applications close at 5pm on Sunday 28th November 2021 and can be returned to, “Confidential” Attention: Leanne Noble, Kilcummin State School, 190 East West Road, CLERMONT, 4721 or by email to: principal@kilcumminss.eq.edu.au Confirmation of employment is conditional upon the preferred applicant being issued with a Suitability Card from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian.
CLERMONT COMMUNITY HOUSING AND OTHER SERVICES INC WOULD LIKE TO INVITE INTERESTED PEOPLE TO A FREE WORKSHOP ON SUICIDE PREVENTION. safeTALK Training In Suicide Alertness safeTALK is a half day training in suicide alertness. It helps recognise a person with thoughts of suicide and connects them with resources to keep people safer from suicide. Participants don’t need any formal preparation to attend training – anyone age 15 or older who wants to make a difference can learn safeTALK steps. How safeTALK works Most people with thoughts of suicide don’t want to die - they are looking for a way to work through the pain in their lives. Through their words and actions, they usually invite others to help them in making choice for life. safeTALK teaches people to recognise these invitations, engage with the person having thoughts of suicide, and connect them with resources to help them be safer from suicide. These resources could include health care professionals, first responders, or crisis line workers - among many others who have suicide intervention training. safeTALK training features both presentations and interactive elements. Trainers will facilitate participants’ involvement through: • Trainer presentations Workshop to be held at the CCHAOSI Office at • Diverse selection of audio-visuals 2 Lime Street Clermont 4721 on: • Interactive discussion and questions WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 24 BETWEEN 8:30 – 12:30 Free Tickets are available by booking on Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/safetalk-training-in-suicide-alertness-tickets-166596148565 or if unable to book online you can ring or email CCHAOSI - 4983 3400 or administration@cchaosi.com.au
A Piano Tree Project - Strong Minds Strong Community funded by the Queensland Health through the Tackling Regional Adversity Through Integrated Care Program Supported by Clermont Community Housing and Other Services Inc administration@cchaosi.com.au or ph. 4983 3400