Clermont Rag - 5 March 2021

CLERMONT RAG FRIDAY, 5 MARCH 2021

ISAAC REGIONAL COUNCIL DISSATISFIED WITH ADANI’S BEHAVIOUR IN CARMICHAEL MINE DEVELOPMENT Isaac Regional Council has expressed its dissatisfaction with the behaviour of Adani over development of the Carmichael mine.

At its monthly meeting, Council unanimously supported an urgent Mayoral Minute raising several issues in relation to work to date on the mine.

“Frankly, Isaac Regional Council have lost patience with the behaviour of this company,” Mayor Anne Baker said.

“We are disappointed with Adani’s treatment of local landholders and their non-compliance with some of their obligations, and also disappointed by exclusive job advertising in and around Rockhampton and Townsville and not local communities like Clermont.

“Adani are not being good corporate citizens and we remind them that their social licence to operate is a precious thing they should value and protect.”

Council’s Chief Executive Officer was authorised to take necessary action to address Council’s

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concerns and will communicate with Adani with details of the Mayoral Minute expressing Council’s concerns.

The Mayoral Minute reads: On reflection of Council’s experiences in dealing with Adani over various aspects of the Carmichael Mine development and in light of recent circumstances of a local landowner being significantly and detrimentally impacted by the mine project, it is appropriate for Council to re-state its position in relation to responsible development and mining companies’ social licence to operate.

I therefore move; THAT Council; 1. having carefully considered its observations expresses strong empathy for local stakeholders that are detrimentally impacted by the Carmichael Mine project; Continued next page...

Continued from page 1 2. re-states its long-held and often advocated position of support for mining development only where it is done responsibly and with due regard to social, environmental and economic impacts; 3. expresses its strong dissatisfaction over Adani’s handling of the Carmichael Mine project as it relates to the following aspects (not exhaustive); • the ongoing dispute with a nearby landowner and the apparent lack of commitment by Adani to resolve such dispute despite Council’s concerted attempts to mediate, • the ongoing legal dispute between Council and Adani about standards for road construction in accordance with the Infrastructure Access Agreement, • the abject failure of Adani to manage its recruitment for project workers in accordance with the Strong and Sustainable Resource Communities Act by advertising most positions with an exclusive focus on Rockhampton/ Capricorn Coast and Townsville/North Queensland despite Council’s repeated representations to Adani and the State Government on behalf of its local

communities, • the ongoing failure of Adani to meet its obligations with respect to Stage 1 works and its requests for concession (including repeated extension of deadlines) from Council under the Infrastructure Access Agreement, • the failure of Adani to manage the project traffic safely on the Mine Access Road with particular concern about construction standards (batters), severe dust and temporal condition of sections of the road; 4. calls on Adani to critically review its approach and to do the right thing by stakeholders, road users, local communities and Council; and 5. instructs the Chief Executive Officer to take all action reasonably open to Council to ensure Adani’s compliance with its obligations under legislation, approvals granted by State and Commonwealth Government and the Infrastructure Access Agreement including advocacy, formal dispute and legal action where necessary.

This minute was unanimously supported by Councillors.

ISAAC AWARDS TO CELEBRATE POWERHOUSE WOMEN Seven communities across the Isaac Region will mark Queensland Women’s Week by celebrating the powerhouse females who enrich and strengthen their communities.

“Inspiring Women in Isaac” ceremonies will be held in Clermont, Dysart, Glenden, Ilbilbie, Middlemount, Moranbah and Nebo.

Isaac Regional Council Mayor Anne Baker said the events would recognise the contributions of women whose efforts make Isaac communities better places to live, work and play.

“I am encouraging everyone to come along to these ceremonies to support nominees and award winners, creating a more equal Queensland where everyone is valued,” Mayor Baker said.

“Nominees are local female role models and leaders, as well as being mothers, grandmothers, sisters, wives and daughters.

“Our nominees are an inspiration, encouraging the world around them to lead, learn, and earn.”

Mayor Baker said the Inspiring Woman in Isaac

and Inspiring Young Woman in Isaac awards will be announced at local events between 4 and 13 March 2021.

“Queensland Women’s Week is an expansion of International Women’s Day, held annually on 8 March, providing a week-long, State-wide celebration of the achievements of Queensland women and girls.

“Here in the Isaac region, we’re not short on inspiring women who lift others up, give selflessly and break through barriers.

“The theme for Queensland Women’s Week 2021 is ‘Celebrate our present. Own our future’.

“The theme encourages us to reflect on the achievements of women in managing a year impacted by additional challenges and to look to a future made brighter as a result of the efforts of women in various roles.”

For more information about the Inspiring Women in Isaac Award events, visit https://speakup.isaac.qld.gov.au or drop into your local library or office or call Council’s Customer Service Centre on 1300 ISAACS.

LOCAL CLERMONT ARTISTS AND GROUPS TO BENEFIT FROM ARTS FUNDING Artists, community groups and workshop creatives are encouraged to apply for assistance in the next round of the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) before it closes on 13 March 2021.

Isaac Regional Council Mayor Anne Baker said creativity connects and energises our regional communities, improving our health and wellbeing.

“In January 2021 Council approved over $12,000 of funding for Round Two applicants, and we hope to see more money delivered in Round Three.

“Congratulations to Clermont based videographer Kelly Shann on your successful application for RADF funding in Round Two. “If you’re an individual, cultural group or organisation who has a creative idea to bring to your community, I encourage you to apply.”

The funding is the last round to be released for the 2020-2021 year, and is available for events, activities and programs happening between 1 July 2021 and 31 October 2021.

Minister for the Arts Leeanne Enoch said the

long-standing RADF program would help to boost Queensland’s plan for economic recovery, supporting artists and arts workers with employment opportunities through $4.2 million in funding for regional cultural projects.

“The Palaszczuk Government is investing $2.08 million in RADF for 2020-21 and an additional $2.13 million will be contributed by 59 councils across Queensland,” Minister Enoch said.

“Each year RADF showcases the extraordinary innovation of the arts and cultural sector in regional communities, delivers rich arts experiences and provides important professional opportunities for artists and arts workers.”

For more information please contact Council’s Arts and Cultural Programs Officer on 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227) for advice on submitting your application.

The Regional Arts Development Fund is a partnership between the Queensland Government and Isaac Regional Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.

CLERMONT’S 5ML WATER RESERVOIR BOOSTS WATER SECURITY The quality and security of drinking water for Clermont has been boosted with completion of a new five-million-litre reservoir.

Isaac Regional Council Mayor Anne Baker said the reservoir was a key component in the broader plan to significantly improve Clermont’s water supply.

“In relatively dry inland areas like much of the Isaac, with limited natural water assets, meeting the water needs of our towns – and Clermont in particular – has traditionally been a challenge,” Mayor Baker said.

“However, keeping Isaac residents’ taps flowing with top-quality water remains a high priority and will see spending of $5.9 million in the current 2020-21 Council budget.

“More than 80 per cent of this regional water budget – approximately $4.9 million – will go to projects benefitting Clermont,” Mayor Baker said.

“This spending is part of Clermont’s Water Quality Response Plan, an ongoing program to improve the quality and security of the town’s drinking water.”

Mayor Baker said design and construction of the new five-megalitre reservoir in Clermont – a partnership between Isaac Regional Council and Dowdens Pumping & Water Treatment – has cost $2 million.

Also, $1.39 million is being spent on replacement of water mains in Lime Street and East Street, and $1 million on de-silting the raw water offtake structure at Theresa Creek Dam. “Along with the existing three megalitre reservoir on the same site, and refurbishment of the 1.4-megalitre Capricorn Street reservoir, this new five megalitre reservoir will take total secure water in the Clermont network to almost 10 megalitres,” Mayor Baker said.

“This means we will have a minimum of three days’ supply of clean, clear drinking water stored at any one time, ready to provide to residents in Clermont and the surrounding area should there be an event like discoloured water coming from Theresa Creek Dam after heavy rain.

“In that case, water can be supplied from these reservoirs while the raw water from Theresa Creek Dam is given extra treatment to clear it up.”

Mayor Baker said the new reservoir would be officially opened in coming weeks but was already online, supplying water to Clermont residents.

She added that it had been built in nine months, coming in on time and under budget.

A time-lapse video of the reservoir’s construction is available here: https://bit.ly/2ZFRRGh

MISSION TO CAPTURE BUSINESS COVID RECOVERY FEEDBACK The Isaac region is at a turning point in the road to COVID-19 recovery process and a business community survey hopes to capture a true picture of business confidence.

As unknown waters during the pandemic are still being chartered, the Isaac Region Business Recovery Survey hopes to capture this new phase of adaptation.

Mayor Anne Baker said it is vital Isaac Regional Council captured the current state of play as businesses continue to service the region in tough economic conditions.

“We need to secure the feedback from our small-to-medium business community to help Council make future decisions, to ensure our businesses stay operationally resilient and of course to continue to serve our resource and rural communities,” Mayor Baker said.

“I personally encourage business owners from all

corners of the Isaac region to share their ideas and suggestions plus share their very own personal business story in these unprecedented times.

“By taking part in this survey, it will provide Council with an indication on what demands and services we need.

“With the results from the survey, Council will take the opportunity to connect with the business community to show its support, understand business confidence and further inform Council’s recovery program.”

Business owners can take the online survey through Council’s online engagement platform Speak Up Isaac – https://speakup.isaac.qld.gov.au – and follow the links or call the team at 1300 ISAACS (1300 47 22 27).

The survey, which is outlined in Council’s Strategic Recovery Plan, closes on 31 March 2021.

PUBLIC NOTICES PAYMENT FOR WATER NOTICES DUE 17 MARCH 2021 Residents are reminded that the payable water notice for the period between 1 July 2020 to 31 December 2020 is due by 5pm on Wednesday, 17 March 2021.

A reminder that all water accounts can be paid at a Council office or via BPAY, including water notices under $10.

Residents have the option to BPAY payments weekly, fortnightly or monthly.

Residents who have encountered delays with the postal service in their area can register their email address with Council for an additional water notice to be issued electronically. Please contact Council on 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227) to make this request.

To complete payment with this method, use the biller code and reference number from the water notice.

Any credit balance remaining after payment of the water notice will be applied to the following rates notice.

Please call Coucil if you haven’t received a water notice

by Friday, 26 February 2021.

FOOTPATH UPGRADE WORKS, CLERMONT Isaac Regional Council is advising community members in Dysart and Clermont of upgrades to footpaths in selected locations.

Works for the footpaths are scheduled to occur from: 6am to 6pm weekdays and 6am to 2pm Saturdays 8 January 2021 to 30 April 2021 Weather permitting The paths to be upgraded are outlined below: • Parts of Hoods Lagoon footpath • Francis Street extension of footpath from Beatty Street intersection to Clermont Hospital • Monash Street from Tropic Street to Francis Street intersection

• Tropic Street from Railway line crossing through Playfair Street to Francis street intersection • Installation of disability/pram ramps on existing footpaths Pedestrians and motorists are advised to maintain caution near work areas, abide by signage in place at the site and follow the clearly marked and barricaded safe detours.

The work is fully funded under the Federal Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Grant Program.

Council is delivering the footpath upgrades as part of Council’s commitment to promote community safety, health and wellbeing.

PUBLIC NOTICES CLERMONT WATER MAINS CLEANING, COMMENCING 24 FEBRUARY 2021 Clermont residents are advised Council will be undertaking water mains cleaning throughout the township from: Wednesday, 24 February to Thursday, 4 March 2021 Including weekends Between 8am - 5pm Residences will not lose water supply during the cleaning works.

Some residences may experience temporary discoloration of water while the mains flushing is being completed in your street area. Every effort will be made to minimise these impacts.

Council advises some noise impacts may be experienced during this time.

WHAT ARE WE DOING? Similarly to 2019, Council has engaged contractor NO-DES International to undertake this specialised cleaning of water mains in Clermont.

The NO-DES flushing process involves cleaning water mains using mobile filtration technology that uses less water than the traditional method of mains flushing.

WHAT TO EXPECT Vehicle access to your property will not be affected although minor traffic disruptions may be experienced.

To ensure the safety of motorists and pedestrians, appropriate signage will be in place, where necessary.

The flushing of the water network will remove any sediment and mineral build up on the internal walls of the pipelines, with the outflow filtered and returned to the town water supply.

If discolouration of your water supply occurs, please: Turn on the tap nearest to the ground level (usually an outside tap).

Allow it run for up to five minutes until water runs clear. Households are encouraged to use this water on lawns and gardens.

REPORT A PROBLEM We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience and understanding as this important work is carried out to maintain the quality of your water supply.

1080 WILD DOG AND FERAL PIG BAITING PROGRAM 2021 Isaac Regional Council would like to advise all eligible landholders that the baiting program for 2021 is scheduled as per the dates set out below.

Round 1 – Monday 8 March 2021 to Thursday 1 April 2021 A second round of baiting will be conducted to provide landholders with an opportunity to undertake further control of wild dog and feral pig populations. Currently this baiting period is scheduled for the dates below.

Round 2 – Monday, 23 August 2021 to Friday, 11 September 2021

‘Doggone’ factory baits are available outside of these times, orders must be made in advance and delivery is approximately three weeks from order date.

‘Doggone’ baits are supplied ‘at cost’ and are available for purchase through Council.

To book a date or for further information about this program please phone Lauryn Newton on 4846 3767 or Council’s Customer Service team available 24/7 on 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227).

Alternatively, you may email liveability.sustainability@isaac.qld.gov.au

COMMUNITY GROUP ANNUAL UPDATE Isaac Regional Council would like to advise the wider community that it remains as the custodian of a range of facilities which it manages for the community benefit, often through tenure arrangements with local clubs and organisations.

Council values these arrangements and like any other landlord or trustee, it is important that Council has established, and importantly current, points of contact with the users of community facilities.

Turnover in committees can result in Council not having current contact information.

Council wants to work collectively with groups and ensure there is open communication channels to assist in achieving community goals.

To make this task easier, please complete the form in Council’s online engagement platform – https://speakup.isaac.qld.gov.au/communitygroup-annual-update – and follow the links for submission.

PUBLIC NOTICES RE-OPENING DATE, CLERMONT HISTORICAL CENTRE Isaac Regional Council wishes to advise residents and visitors that the Clermont Historical Centre on the Gregory Highway will re-open from Wednesday 24 March 2021.

The annual seasonal closure of the centre allows

for the periodic resetting of exhibitions and collections.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks the community for its patience.

WATER MAIN INSTALLATION PROJECT, CLERMONT Clermont residents are advised Isaac Regional Council will undertake the construction of a new water pipeline along East Street and Lime Street as part of Council’s commitment to improve water service quality and delivery.

What are we doing?

The existing water mains have incurred a series of breaks and has reached its end of life.

Council has engaged contractors Newlands Group to undertake the project which will construct new water mains to service the area.

To improve the robustness of the water network the new mains will be upsized creating a ring main to improve water security.

Safety fencing will be erected for pedestrians and vehicles for the excavation and trenching, pipeline installation and resurfacing of pavement.

When it is happening?

To minimise disruption to households these works will be undertaken: Mid-January 2021 to May 2021 Between 6.30am and 6pm Monday to Saturday Sunday 8am to 4pm What to expect Footpaths and verge areas will be closed at alternate times during construction. Pedestrians should exercise caution around the work zone.

Single lane closures, footpath and shoulder closures and speed restrictions will continue to be used as required to ensure the safety of motorists, pedestrians, and the workers.

Residents can expect some noise and dust during certain activities. Newlands Group will monitor noise and dust on site and will limit disruptions

where possible.

Access to individual properties may be restricted for short periods of time. Newlands Group will make contact prior to work occurring.

Planned water outages will occur for only a short period of time during the cutover to the new water main. Newlands Group will make contact prior to this occurring as residents and business may experience instances of dirty water following this procedure. If this occurs Council recommends flushing tap water for up to five minutes or until the water becomes clear.

Report a problem We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience and understanding as this important work is carried out to improve water service quality and delivery. If you have any inquiries or concerns, Newlands Location of works

Group can be contacted on (07) 4620 0000 or 0412 001 954.

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).

Gary Stevenson PSM Chief Executive Officer

CONTRIBUTION - MAZARS QLD Don’t Get Caught Out at Auction 2020 saw the world change at a rapid pace including the realisation by many about the importance of agribusiness (Ag) from a food security point of view. There is nothing like empty supermarket shelves during a pandemic to drive this home. As a result, the spotlight has firmly shifted to Ag with a combination of low interest rates, higher commodity prices (particularly beef) and demand from investors driving up demand for quality farms in Australia.

consulting services amongst our client base, particularly those in the agribusiness industry where property transactions can often mean make or break for a business. Strengthening divisions such as finance consulting has enabled us to act fast, working with the banks and advisors to collate the necessary documents and secure competitive finance in the right structure for future growth.

Things aren’t what they used to be, now preparation is key and good advice is paramount.”

A perfect storm has formed with a real move in the Ag property market towards auctions, particularly beef, as property demand outstrips supply in many regions. This trend has resulted in

The audit, tax and advisory firm specialising in agribusiness announced significant promotions this month including the appointment of 10 new leaderships positions. Amongst the promotions is Owen Dingle who specialises in finance consulting with 18 years experiencing in banking and finance sectors and Tim Mouritz who is experienced in advising primary producers on optimal structures and strategies to navigate the unique challenges of the industry.

rural properties being quick to go under the hammer, a decline of expression of interest campaigns and the need to have finance locked and loaded for a quick settlement, if you want to be successful at securing property. Time frames to prepare for auction are typically tight, ranging from 3 to 6 weeks, and on top of that there is much to be done when arranging finance to ensure approvals are ready for auction day.

The tightening of bank risk framework means the timely supply of information to the bank is crucial, particularly if you haven’t recently had a bank review or ensured your valuations are up to date. To secure funds banks are requesting key information such as updated livestock and cropping plans, forward projected cashflows for over 2 to 3 years, the most recent financials and most importantly your tax affairs to be in order.

Experience tells that before stepping out to auction it’s imperative to get your ducks in a row to secure the best deal. Start gathering the information the bank requires prior to even finding a property and if you don’t have a relationship with your bank, seek advice from a finance professional who does. By engaging in the process early on you will be able to gauge the risk appetite of your bank for lending your business further money to expand, giving you the upper hand in knowing the steps you need to undertake to be in the best position at auction.

At Mazars, we partner with our clients in the daily decision making processes and work tirelessly to provide the right solution for their individual needs.

Discuss your unique business and wealth management needs with Agribusiness specialists, John Kotzur and Tim Mouritz, in Clermont on Thursday 4 March 2021.

To make an appointment contact Kelly on +61 7 3218 3900 or kelly.parker@mazars.com.au

John Kotzur Partner

Our services include: y Business cash flow forecasts and budgets y Rural and regional taxation concessions y Business accounts management y Succession planning

Tim Mouritz Partner

y Annual rural business compliance requirements y Business activity and instalment activity statements y Preparation of reports for banks and financiers

John Kotzur, Managing Partner of Mazars Qld comments, “The changing landscape of auctions has seen a huge spike in the need for finance www.mazars.com.au

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CONTRIBUTION - CLERMONT COMMUNITY HOUSING & OTHER SERVICES Piano Tree Twenty-five people benefitted from attending Mental Health First Aid workshops in Clermont last week. These are part of the Piano Tree Project funded by the Queensland Government under the Tackling Regional Adversity Through Integrated Care Program and implemented by Clermont Community Housing and Other Services Inc. The half day workshops - Conversations on Non-Suicidal Self Injury and Conversations about Suicide - were very informative and helped people learn how to talk and support others.

In the next stage of the Piano Tree Project “LivingWorks, one of the world’s leading providers of suicide intervention training will run two different free workshops in Clermont in 2021. Operating for more than thirty years, LivingWorks have developed and delivered programs of the highest quality with the goal of saving lives from suicide.

LivingWorks core belief is that suicide is preventable, and that prevention starts in the community. Everyone has a part to play, and research has shown that virtually anyone can learn the skills to become a suicide intervention caregiver.

On 16 and 17 March there is Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) two-day workshop that gives people skills, knowledge and confidence to carry out life-saving interventions for people at risk of suicide.

Later in the year on 8 and 9 June there will be two day accredited training to enable people to run safeTALK workshops, leaving valuable skills in the community for the future. People must do the ASIST workshop to do the train the trainer.

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Go to Eventbrite to find out more about these workshops and or visit the Piano Tree Facebook page to find out about other activities.

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Call into the Clermont Community Housing and Other Services Office at 2 Lime St, Clermont and talk to the friendly staff or phone 4983 3400.”

Or contact Clermont Community Housing and Other Services Inc, 2 Lime St Clermont Ph 0749833400 projects@ cchaosi.corn.au

EMPOWERING WOMEN

WITH TECHNOLOGY Q&A Plug in your phones, charge your tablets and get energised; it’s time to talk tech!

Isaac Regional Council’s programming team is once again bringing technology to the forefront with an ‘Empowering women with technology’ session, to be delivered in Clermont during Queensland Women’s Week. This session aims to elevate, educate and empower the women of this regional

community, providing introductorylevel assistance around device usage, digital citizenship and the importance of online safety. Attendee’s will also be provided with information on the services offered by Isaac Libraries and will have full assistance in navigating e-resources in this space.

10.3.2021 10.15AM TO WEDNESDAY 11.45AM CLERMONT LIBRARY Morning tea provided.

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ON THE SHELF

GET BUSY WITH F5F BUSY BAGS From March until August, children can take home an F5F Busy Bag. The F5F Busy Bags are activity packs created to allow caregivers and young children 18 months to five years an opportunity to communicate and collaborate with each other at home.

The F5F Busy Bags will have a new theme every month and contain key activity sheets, handy items to get you started, song and ideas for families to enjoy spending time together.

Archaeopteryx looks like, check out the dinosaur books at the Clermont Library.

Many children have a fascination with dinosaurs and the junior non-fiction has lots of books on dinosaurs that appeal to all ages, including adults.

Challenge yourself to trying to pronounce dinosaur names.

To get you started, Archaeopteryx is pronounced ahr-kee-op-tuh-riks.

***FREE WIFI*** All Isaac Libraries offer free WIFI to visitors.

If your child is aged 18 months to five years, borrow a picture book from your library or at an IRC Libraries F5F Pop Ups @ the Park to receive your pack.

You can access up to 500mb of data per day via your smartphone, tablet or laptop. It’s great for browsing and downloading some of our fantastic online resources.

There is a limited number of F5F Busy Bags to give away every month and families can only receive one pack a month.

Just search for the IRC Libraries network in your settings and follow the prompts to register and log-in.

If you and your child/children don’t have IRC Libraries memberships, you can join online at www.isaac.qld.gov.au/library-arts-andculture/isaac-libraries anytime or visit your local library. A parent/caregiver must also have library membership when a child joins the library.

It’s available inside or outside the library so you can maintain social distancing.

WHAT IS AN ARCHAEOPTERYX? An Archaeopteryx is a winged, flying bird-like dinosaur.

If you can picture a bird with the head, beak and eyes of an emu, a long neck, roundish body like a goose, long legs with talons, wings like an eagle and a very long thin tail like a Willy Wagtail, you’ve not only got a good imagination but know what an Archaeopteryx sort of looks like.

If you really want to know what an

NEW BOOKS

New books in adult fiction include: • The Russian by James Patterson • Once Dishonored by Mary Jo Putney • Seduction on a Snowy Night by Various Authors • All the Colours of Night by Jayne Ann Krentz • And Now You’re Back by Jill Mansell 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: Asha Quinlan - The hard-working attitude and focus you have displayed towards learning tasks this week. You have blown me away with your ability to consistently listen to class discussions and regularly share your knowledge. I have especially notice you setting a wonderful example to your peers during carpet time. Keep up the amazing work Asha!

Abigail Liekefett - The enthusiasm and dedication you show towards your learning each and every day. I love how you always get started on an activity straight away and you consistently put your hand up to answer questions. You are a learning superstar Abi! Year 1: Jaggah Zoutenbier - The creative writing piece you wrote during free write this week. I am so proud of the effort you have put into your work.

Miss O’Leary cannot wait to read about your next adventure. Keep shining bright Jaggah!

Year 2: Ava Messer - Trying so hard in reading this week. It was wonderful to see you applying your sounding out skills and using picture cues, to help solve unknown words and improve your fluency.

Keep up the awesome effort!

Year 3: Jordyn Johnson Consistently being a focused learner. Jordyn you have been working hard on learning number patterns and writing a descriptive narrative. You are a quiet achiever who displays the Spirit of Jesus every day. You shine bright!

Year 4: Jack Nolan - The effort you consistently put towards your learning. Jack, I am impressed with your enthusiasm towards persuasive writing in Year Four and your willingness to help other students.

Keep working hard!

Year 5: Abigayle Peterson - For the persistence you demonstrated when learning new mathematical concepts this week. Your positive mindset and ‘Can Do’ attitude is to be commended. Keep up the awesome effort!

Making Jesus Real - God Moments : Rachel Potts, Mrs Mifsud, Georgia Hutton and Theo Wall

Year 6: Maddie Appleton The wonderful attitude you have shown this week towards your learning. Your focus and enthusiasm has been noticed across all learning areas and it’s great to see your consistent participation during class discussions. Thanks for being a great role model in Year 6!

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SPORTS NEWS GOLF NEWS Sunday, 28 February Ambrose Championship Winners: R. Nunnan and R. McKay Runners Up: W. Marr and J. Wood

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.

Keeping Your distance.

Help stop the spread of coronavirus by keeping your distance.

Remember, don’t shake hands or exchange physical greetings.

Wherever possible stay 1.5 metres apart and practise good hand hygiene, especially after being in public places.

Together we can help stop the spread and stay healthy.

Advice regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19) will change regularly. Keep up to date.

Visit health.gov.au

You can also find us on Facebook @SSAA Clermont Branch Inc.

CLERMONT CLAY TARGET

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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.

RELIGIOUS NOTICES UNITING CHURCH 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 Ps 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 MASSES FOR ST MARY’S PARISH Saint Mary’s Church is closed for private worship ANGLICAN CHURCH SERVICES ALL SAINTS’ CLERMONT Service Times: Sunday, 21 February: Holy Communion 4pm All other Sundays, Morning Prayer at 9am The Service on Easter Sunday, 4 April will be a service of Holy Communion at 8am.

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.

Further, any advert, article or submission must be ethical and professional in all dealings and the Editor reserves their unfettered right to confirm or delete listings as required.

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.

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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.

All paid advertisements must be paid for prior to printing.

Unpaid ads will not be printed. Payment is to be made at the Council Office or by contacting 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227) and speaking with a customer service officer.

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NOTE: Any not for profit organisations are permitted one only black and white 1/8 advert (10.5cmx7.5cm) free of charge for any one event.

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.

SHARE YOUR COVID STORY

ISAAC REGION BUSINESS RECOVERY SURVEY Pure people power will be the drive to help Isaac region business to bounce back from the COVID-19 face of adversity.

The Isaac region is at a turning point in the recovery process.

As we charter unknown waters, the Isaac Region Business Recovery Survey hopes to capture this new phase of adaptation.

The economy is fragile, and mum and dad enterprises are doing it tough. It’s vital that we secure your feedback to help Council to make decisions to ensure our businesses stay operationally resilient and to serve our resource communities.

SPEAK UP ISAAC

We need ideas and suggestions through to sharing your personal business story in these unprecedented times.

HTTPS://SPEAKUP.ISAAC.QLD.GOV.AU Follow the links and click on the Isaac Region Business Recovery Survey or call to have a chat with our team at 1300 ISAACS (1300 47 22 27).

For more information email our business support team on business.support@isaac.qld.gov.au

SURVEY OPENS 17 FEBRUARY 2021 AND CLOSES ON 31 MARCH 2021

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ISAAC YOUTH ON DISPLAY Hey there Isaac youth, we know how creative you are.

We’re calling on all young artists, crafters, creators and tinkers across the region to share their creative works as part of our Isaac Youth on Display exhibition at the Coalface Gallery, Moranbah.

Young people from all over the Isaac region can showcase their awesome art, mind-blowing multimedia works and commendable craftmanship.

Aged between 12 and 25?

Live in the Isaac region?

Have or can create artwork?

Want to show off your creativity?

REGISTER YOUR PARTICIPATION BY 17 MARCH AT

speakup.isaac.qld.gov.au Once you have registered, a member of our team will contact you to arrange a location and date for you to drop off your work, to be ready for installation in the exhibition. The exhibition will be open to the public from Monday 29 March 2021 to Thursday 15 April 2021.

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