CLERMONT RAG FRIDAY, 25 JUNE 2021
TAKE A STEP BACK IN TIME AT THE CLERMONT HISTORICAL CENTRE FROM THE PAST Shearers on Strike The Shearer’s Strike of 1891 started in the Clermont district, resulting in hundreds of union-aligned shearers camped around Clermont, on strike until pastoralists agreed to pay shearers better wages and conditions for all shearers. Following a riot of unionist shearers in Clermont in March 1891, seven unionist shearers were arrested and faced trial in Rockhampton Supreme but found not guilty of the charges.
SHEARERS TRIED FOR CONSPIRACY No sooner had seven unionist shearers been tried in the Rockhampton Supreme Court and found not guilty of charges of riot and assault, and riot and tumult in relation to the shearers’ riot in Clermont, another 14 unionist shearers appeared in the Rockhampton Supreme Court all charged with conspiracy. The case began on May 1, 1891 and finished on May 20, 1891. Mr Justice Harding presided over the case against George Taylor, William Fothergill, Hugh Octavius Blackwell, Thomas Joseph Ryan, William James Bennett, Alfred John Brown, Isaac Fry, Robert Prince, William Hamilton, Julian Alexander Salmon
Stuart, Patrick Joseph Griffin, Henry Charles Smith Barry, Edward Hartnett Murphy and Alexander Forrester. Taylor was an organiser for various unions in the Central District, which included Clermont and Capella. Fothergill was secretary of the Central District Council at Barcaldine while Blackwell was secretary of the Labourers’ Union at Barcaldine. Ryan was chairman of the Barcaldine Strike Committee while Bennett and Brown were members of that committee. Fry, Prince and Hamilton had taken a prominent part at Clermont in interfering with non-unionist shearers. Stewart was chairman of the Sandy Creek unionist camp at Clermont and Griffin was the chairman of the Capella unionist camp. Murphy as an agent of the Shearers’ and Labourers’ Unions (Maranoa Branch) at St George. Forrester was an organiser for the Maranoa district. The conspiracy charge was derived from a statute of King George IV and was in force in Queensland but not England. Simplified, the statute enacted that it was unlawful for anyone to, by violence, threaten, intimidate,
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CLERMONT HISTORICAL CENTRE Continued from page 1... molest, obstruct, force or endeavour to force anyone employed to depart from their employment or business and to return their work/employment or business as before. At the conclusion of the trial, the jury returned guilty verdicts on all charges against George Taylor, William Fothergill, Hugh Octavius Blackwell, William James Bennett, Alfred John Brown, Robert Prince, William Hamilton, Julian Alexander Salmon Stewart, Patrick Joseph Griffin, Henry Charles Smith, Darry Edward Hartnell Murphy and Alexander Forrester. No sooner had seven unionist shearers been tried in the Rockhampton Supreme Court and found not guilty of charges of riot and assault, and riot and tumult in relation to the shearers’ riot in Clermont, another 14 unionist shearers appeared in the Rockhampton Supreme Court all charged with conspiracy. The case began on May 1, 1891 and finished on May 20, 1891. Mr Justice Harding presided over the case against George Taylor, William Fothergill, Hugh Octavius Blackwell, Thomas Joseph Ryan, William James Bennett, Alfred John Brown, Isaac Fry, Robert Prince, William Hamilton, Julian Alexander Salmon Stuart, Patrick Joseph Griffin, Henry Charles Smith Barry, Edward Hartnett Murphy and Alexander Forrester. Taylor was an organiser for various unions in the Central District, which included Clermont and Capella. Fothergill was secretary of the Central District Council at Barcaldine while Blackwell was secretary of the Labourers’ Union at Barcaldine. Ryan was chairman of the Barcaldine Strike Committee while Bennett and Brown were members of that committee. Fry, Prince and Hamilton had taken a prominent part at Clermont in interfering with non-unionist shearers. Stewart was chairman of the Sandy Creek unionist camp at Clermont and Griffin was the chairman of the Capella unionist camp. Murphy as an agent of the Shearers’ and Labourers’ Unions (Maranoa Branch) at St George.
Forrester was an organiser for the Maranoa district. The conspiracy charge was derived from a statute of King George IV and was in force in Queensland but not England. Simplified, the statute enacted that it was unlawful for anyone to, by violence, threaten, intimidate, molest, obstruct, force or endeavour to force anyone employed to depart from their employment or business and to return their work/employment or business as before. At the conclusion of the trial, the jury returned guilty verdicts on all charges against George Taylor, William Fothergill, Hugh Octavius Blackwell, William James Bennett, Alfred John Brown, Robert Prince, William Hamilton, Julian Alexander Salmon Stewart, Patrick Joseph Griffin, Henry Charles Smith, Darry Edward Hartnell Murphy and Alexander Forrester.
A STEP BACK IN TIME... 130 YRS AGO May 28, 1891 Military and Police Travel West on Train With Non-Unionist Shearers A special train left Clermont to take non-unionist shearers from the Peak Downs/Capella area to the Jericho district. Lieutenant Hamilton, with a detachment of the Permanent Artillery, travelled on the train. The train stopped at Arbor Creek where 78 non-unionist shearers and a contingent of police boarded. The non-unionist shearers had shorn 90 000 sheep at Peak Downs station with machines and were proceeding to Northampton Downs, about 100 miles from Jericho. ‘RECORD – THE QUEENSLAND TRIALS – THE CONSPIRACY CASE’; The Australasian Pastoralists’ Review: A Monthly Record of All Matters Affecting the Pastoral and Landed Interests Throughout Australasia’; Melbourne: Twopenny, Pearce and Co., 1891-1901; Issue Vol. 1, no. 4 (June 16,1891), Pgs. 94 – 95. Available at: https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-32584124/view?sectionId=nla. obj-66518356&partId=nla.obj-32814627#page/n4/mode/1up; Viewed [Online] May 20, 2021 ‘AFFAIRS AT CLERMONT’; The Northern Mining Register (Charters Towers, Qld. : 1891 - 1892), May 30, 1891 , p. 9. , Available at: http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article81670730; Viewed [Online] May 20, 2021
Contributed by the Staff and Volunteers at the Clermont Historical Centre
MAYOR ANNE BAKER WELCOMES WORKS FOR QUEENSLAND FUNDING Recreational facilities in Carmila, Clermont, Dysart and Moranbah will benefit from a total of $1.59 million thanks to the Queensland Government. Isaac Regional Council Mayor Anne Baker welcomed the announcement which will help upgrade vital recreational spaces that benefit Isaac communities. “This $1.59 million injection of Works for Queensland program funding allocation for the Isaac region from the Queensland Government is very much welcomed,” she said. “A total of $1.2 million in the replacement of the Greg Cruickshank Aquatic Centre water park and toddler’s pool. “It will also see $355,200 be used to upgrade disability access, lighting and carpark resurfacing at the Dysart Civic Centre and to upgrade the Clermont Civic Centre courtyard. A total of $34,800 will be spent to renew the Carmila Beach water tank.” Isaac Regional Council will receive $1.59 million from the $15.42 million pie allocated to Mackay, Isaac and Whitsunday local government areas. Deputy Premier and Minster for State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning Steven Miles said the projects will have a positive impact across regional Queensland. “The enormously successful Works for Queensland program is designed to help our regional councils deliver infrastructure that will not only create jobs but will also improve liveability in
towns and cities outside the south east corner,” Mr Miles said. “This round of Works for Queensland will help deliver 333 projects, which the councils estimate will create or support more than 3,600 jobs where they are needed most. This is part of Queensland’s plan for economic recovery.” The Works for Queensland program supports regional councils to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects such as parks and playgrounds, community and sports facilities, swimming pools and water play areas, renewable energy initiatives, footpaths, roads and water infrastructure. The eligible councils have been allocated $800 million through the first four rounds of the program, with a further $200 million committed for 2024-27.
PUBLIC NOTICES DIVISION 6 COUNCILLOR LYN JONES IS ON MEDICAL LEAVE Isaac Regional Council is advising community members in Clermont that Division 6 Councillor Lyn Jones is currently on medical leave.
For general enquiries or to report an issue please contact Council on 1300 472 227 (1300 ISAACS) or use the Snap Send Solve app.
The community is asked to direct any Councillor related enquires to Councillor Greg Austen until further notice. 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
ON THE SHELF Contributed by Laura Crichton
NEVER TOO YOUNG FOR A LIBRARY CARD Did you know that you can sign your child up for an Isaac Libraries Membership from birth? Reading to newborns and babies is a start to developing their literacy skills. In the first few years of life, a child’s brain develops faster than at any other stage.
NEW ARRIVALS New books in adult fiction include: • The Strange Disappearance of a Bollywood Star by Vaseem Khan • Ocean Prey by John Sandford
Talking, singing, reading and playing with your child every day helps lay the foundation of their learning.
• The Man with the Silver Saab by Alexander McCall Smith
While reading to children, discuss the pictures, guess what happens next and let children make up their own story or endings.
• Savannah’s Secret by Mandy Magro
Be prepared to read favourite books again and again. If a child is interested in dinosaurs, machinery or princesses, find books relating to their interest and read them together. Children are never too young for books and reading.
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS With the school holidays on the horizon, just a reminder that children are most welcome to visit the library, but children 12 years and under must be accompanied by an adult while on the premises.
SIGN UP WITH LIBBY Have you signed up with Libby? Libby is a free reading app from OverDrive and available to Isaac Libraries members. Download the Libby app on your device or use Libby in your web browser at libbyapp.com. For further information or help with signing up with Libby, contact your friendly library team.
• That Summer by Jennifer Weiner • The Open House by Sam Carrington • The Lady Has a Past by Amanda Quick • How to Mend a Broken Heart by Rachael Johns • The Dream Weavers by Barbara Erskine • Country Proud by Linda Lael Miller
AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT – MANDY MAGRO Experiencing many memorial adventures on the land, from working as a station cook to fruit farming, is the inspiration behind Mandy Magro’s writing career. Mandy Magro lives in Far North Queensland and has written 18 books reflecting the joys, heartache and drama of living life on the land. Until next time, stay safe and healthy, Sue, Mikaela, Robekah and Laura at the Clermont Library.
SCHOOL NEWS ST JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENT OF THE WEEK AWARDS Prep: Ellie Behrendt - The dedication and effort you have shown towards your learning this week. You consistently show me that you are listening attentively, organised and ready to complete learning tasks. Ellie, you set a wonderful example to your peers and should be super proud of your efforts. Keep up this amazing work! Year 1: Blaze Barnes - Consistently approaching all learning tasks with great determination Blaze. The enthusiasm you show towards your learning is fantastic. Miss O’Leary is so proud of you, keep up the amazing work! Nimrat Dosanjh - The ready to learn attitude you have demonstrated towards all your learning tasks this week. The positivity and lovely attitude you show in the classroom every single day. Miss O’Leary is super proud of you. Keep shining bright! Year 2: Grace Appleton - The wonderful effort you have been putting in, to ensure you are organised and ready for learning. You have been trying hard to complete all your tasks and follow teacher instructions. Well done and keep shining bright! Year 3: Bella Messer - Your ready to learn attitude. Bella, Ms Dodd is proud of the way you keep going even when you are challenged. Keep up the hard work! You shine bright! Marley Kirk - Your amazing writing skills, Marley, you are a superstar writer and a valued member of Year 3. We wish you all the best at your new school in Weipa. We will miss you at St. Joseph’s. You shine bright! Year 4: Digby Lee - Your application and dedication during learning this week. Digby, you are remaining
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focused and continuing to work productively. I am very proud of the way you are maintaining concentration in the classroom. Keep up the fantastic work ethic Digby! Year 5: Luke Finger - the extra effort you have been putting into your learning this week. You have remained focused and on task during all activities and as a result you have produced some pleasing work. I have also been impressed with the thoughtful responses you have given during class discussions. Well done and keep up the fantastic effort! Year 6: Clare Messer - Your effort this week during independent learning. You showed the qualities of a leader by diligently working on all given tasks responsibly and quietly and to the best of your ability. You are a delight Clare and Making Jesus Real - God Moments: should be proud of your Asha Quinlan, Lucas Schrader and Isla Mifsud efforts.
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KIDS CLUB EXTREME HOLIDAY PROGRAM 2021 Thursday 8th July to Saturday 10th July 2021 All Prep to Grade 6 Ages Welcome 8:30am – 2:45pm $45 per child (for the whole program).
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CALLING ALL ISAAC ARTISTS AND ARTS WORKERS! 📢 Central Queensland Regional Arts Services Network (CQ RASN) has partnered with the Creative Recovery Network to offer a 2.5 day immersive workshop in Creative Recovery Training in Mackay from Friday 6 – Sunday 8 August. Attendees will learn how to use their arts skills for good, to assist communities in times of disaster and recovery. In partnership with CQ RASN, we have funds available to assist Isaac attendees with costs associated with travel and accommodation, supporting their attendance at the workshop. If you’d like to apply, head to speakup.isaac.qld. gov.au/creative-recovery-training-workshop and complete the application form.
JUNE 2021
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There are now even more chances for community groups and organisations to apply for Major Grants through Council’s Community Grants program. Local community groups and organisations now have four opportunities to apply for major grants a year, which are vital to the social, sporting and cultural fabric of the Isaac region.
ISAAC REGIONAL COUNCIL There has never been a better time to register as a supplier with Isaac Regional Council. Council has a new Tender platform to help local suppliers vie for Local Government contracts. Visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au
We hope the more frequent grant rounds will help to re-activate communities after many events had a temporary hiatus during COVID-19 restrictions and allow more opportunities for Council to provide assistance to local organisations. 2021/2022 MAJOR GRANT ROUNDS Round 1: Opens Monday, 7 June to Friday, 16 July 2021 Round 2: Opens Monday, 2 August to Friday, 17 September 2021 Round 3: Opens Monday, 4 October 2021 to Friday, 18 February 2022 Round 4: Opens Monday, 7 March 2022 to Friday 15 April 2022 Head to speakup.isaac.qld.gov.au for more information.
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CLERMONT BEARS HOME GAMES Friday, 25 June: Clermont Bears v Springsure Saturday, 10 July: Clermont Bears v Dysart Saturday, 24 July: Clermont Bears v Tigers Saturday, 7 August: Clermont Bears v Bluff For all the updates, follow the Clermont Bears’ Facebook page: @ClermontBears
SPORTS NEWS GOLF NEWS On Sunday 20 June the Golf Club played the 4th Monthly Medal, sponsored by Pam Pownall. Winner: W. Marr Runner-up: P. Bleakley Ladies winner: R. Bleakley
SSAA CLERMONT BRANCH 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 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
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
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
ANGLICAN CHURCH SERVICES ALL SAINTS’ CLERMONT Sunday, 16 May Morning Prayer 9am Sunday, May 23 Communion Service 4pm Sunday, May 30 Ecumenical Service at All Saints 9am Every is welcome to attend
LIFE CHURCH Service time: Sundays, 9am Address: 58 Capella Street Office: Monday and Tuesday, 4983 2926
Contact: Bob Polsen (Warden) 0427 831 676 Address: Cnr Daintree and Capricorn Streets www.facebook.com/clermontanglican
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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.
BUSY BAGS AVAILABLE FROM 1 MARCH
First 5 Forever’s new Busy Bags are the perfect way for parents, caregivers and children aged 18 months to 5 years explore, experiment and play together! There will be a new theme every month with activities, fun songs to sing and much more. Pop into your local Isaac library or visit a Pop Up @ the Park and borrow a picture book to grab your busy bag! For more information visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au/library-arts-and-culture/library-programs First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland.
EXHIBITION RUNS 24.03.2021-18.12.2021
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Trot down Clermont’s memory lane of country racing
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Open Wednesday to Saturday 9am - 3pm
$6 adults, $4 pensioners, $3 children under 12 years, $15 per family with two or more children
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