VOLUME 14, ISSUE 6
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Football History...Pg 8
Gentlefolk Ride...Pg 9
HOP INTO EASTER
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HOP INTO EASTER Hop into Easter this year at the Mount Morgan Visitor Information Centre and Railway Museum. On Saturday, 20 April, Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc (MMPAD) will host an Easter Egg Hunt for children seven and under. There will be several activities for the children including colouring-in and making Easter Egg baskets. The morning will start at 9.30 am with the activities for the children and then the Easter Egg will start at 10.30 am. Pictured Front Page: Young Fred Herbohn is ready for Easter!
KICKING UP A STORM Young Mount Morgan Muay Thai kickboxer, Tyson Ireland is set to take the National Championships on the Gold Coast by storm.
Above: Tyson Ireland during a recent fight in Rockhampton.
Muay Thai is a combat sport that finds its origin in a noble art with antique traditions. It is also the Thai national support. Muay literally means combat. Muay Thai uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. This discipline is known as the “art of eight limbs” as it is characterised by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees and shins. Tyson has been training for over six years and competing for three of those six. He has a fight record of three wins, two draws and one loss. Tyson trains five days a week and regularly helps out with running classes at the gym. On Friday, 11 April, 2019, Tyson, will compete in the Championships. This event is held over three days and is quite large with competitors travelling from Australia-wide to complete.
Above: Tyson McLachlin.
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Competing in Nationals gives Tyson the opportunity to put his name out into the Muay Thai community.
If Tyson can place at the National Championships, he has the option of going further to the worlds in Turkey or Bangkok. According to Tyson’s Coach, Chloe McLachlin, Tyson has the talent, attitude and personality to take his sport further. “The Muay Thai College could not be more proud of Tyson and his achievements,” Coach McLachlin said. “I love having him as part of the college and can not wait to see what the future holds for Tyson,” she said. Since deciding to go to the National Championships, Tyson and his family has been on the fundraising trail so Tyson can further his chosen sport. Attending National Championships is not a cheap exercise, with this trip expecting to cost around the $3000 mark, which is why the family have been fundraising. Sandy Ireland (Tyson’s mother) said they held a sausage sizzle on the weekend and were able to raise a good portion of the funds needed to send Tyson to the Championships. Community organisations, the Golden Mount Festival Association and Mount Morgan Rodeo Association have given donations towards the trip, but more are required to ease the burden on the family. Mother Sandy Ireland said Tyson first joined Muay Thai to build his confidence and self esteem. “He is still pretty shy. He hates hurting people,” she said. If you would like to contribute towards sending Tyson to the Championships, phone 4938 2312 for a referral number.
MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS DISCLAIMER The Mount Morgan Argus is published by Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc, 1 Railway Parade, Mount Morgan. The opinions expressed herein are not necessarily those of the publishers. MMPAD reserves the discretionary right to alter, omit, reclassify or postpone publication of articles, photographs or advertisements in the Mount Morgan Argus.MMPAD takes all possible care with the publication of news, names and other information sourced by MMPAD representatives. It does not, however, take responsibility for erroneous information or spelling supplied by external sources. Please take care and ensure that information is correct and names are spelt correctly before submitting any items to this publication. MMPAD Executive
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FESTIVAL ON TRACK Wow, another busy week for festival organisers! This fortnight has focused on getting our advertising ready, and traffic management plans approved, finalizing entertainment and all the bits that go to make up a successful event. There is a lot that goes into the preparation, and we are grateful to those who have come on board and to those who have stayed on to make it happen. There is always room for more helpers though, and if meetings are not your thing, you can join as a Friend Of The Festival for free and are only obligated to help out if it suits you. We are also trying something new and have introduced our….. Volunteer Incentive Program FREE vouchers sourced from our local businesses rewarded to new Golden Mount Festival volunteers in appreciation of their hard work. If this sounds like something that may appeal to you, please don’t hesitate to sign on up. At this point in time, we have businesses preparing to decorate their shopfronts to reinforce the “OUT OF THIS WORLD” theme,
we have groups, businesses and families working on their floats and costumes, but we would love more entries! Without entrants, there can be no Parade, and it would be tragic if in years to come it was no longer viable. You can contact us via email at goldenmountfestival@ gmail.com for market stall applications, Street Procession entry forms, and Running the Cutter entries. If you would like to attend, meetings are 4.30 pm, every Tuesday until the festival, at Saint Mary’s Anglican Church Hall in Gordon Street. For more information please call 0457 561 711 or follow us on Facebook. Finally, locally we would like to thank Smalls Holdings, The Grand Hotel, The Belzner Family (Leichhardt Hotel), Tony Harney Plumbing, Highway Auto, Mount Morgan Rodeo Association, Mane St Studio, Mount Morgan Caravan Park, and Mount Morgan No7 Gallery, Eric’s Firewood and Den’s Prawns for their support and donations. Kirra Swain - Secretary
Course offered to Mount residents Subsidised Small Business Management Course Rockhampton Regional Council’s Economic Development Unit, Advance Rockhampton, is delivering a subsidised Certificate IV in Small Business Management course for Mount Morgan residents in partnership with TAFE Queensland. The Course is designed to help local small businesses gain real skills in managing a business and take advantage of business opportunities when they arise. Participants will learn how to grow a successful business, including: •
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The course is set to start on 11 May 2019. People interested need to register before 5 pm, Friday, 3 May 2019. The total fee is $2,390 however you may be eligible to attend the course for free with the assistance of state and local government subsidies.
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“CHILD OF CHANGE” MEMORIES RECALLED Hi, I am Carole Humphreys (Red Hill) and spent my entire growing up years in The Mount, as did my brothers John & Mark (Mount Morgan electrician) and sister Diane. Mum & Dad (Alma and Jack) were popular local residents until their deaths and the family home is still in Red Hill. I was a well-known swimmer in the state as were other members of my family, and Dad was the local pool lessee back in the sixties. I have come home to Mount Morgan several times in recent years and it has been such an incredible sense of homecoming that it prompted me to share with the public, the inexplicable bond that glues us together, regardless of the separation time. So I have written my memoir, based on my early years in the community and how this influence has run as an undercurrent through my entire life. I am now 70 years old, so there is lots to tell. I have sent my manuscript off to the editor of a publishing house with the result that it has been classed as an enjoyable story with great points of interest and filled with warmth and poignancy. I now start the process of sending it off to publishers, with the hope that one will pick it up.
and they to me. I have been on the most incredible journey through life and its constants and its changes have moulded who I am today and I am happy with the finished sculpture. Enjoy my journey. It was an upbringing designed to build respect, responsibility and accountability and in general, it did just that. As kids, we would dangerously rummage through the forbidden slag heaps for gold specks and John and I collected many vials of this and stored them under our high set house. I suspect they are still there today. Personally, my memories still mould who I am today and I hold them deep in my being, the experiences forming the very core of who I really am. I consider that growing up among the Mt Morgan community was a privilege and coupled with my parents’ love and discipline, have played their part in forming a happy, likeable human being with a caring and empathy for the whole of humanity. Thank you Carole Kelly (Humphreys)
I have included several snippets from the book below:
MMMPHS NEWS Flu Vaccine: Our service anticipates holding it’s annual flu vax clinic in mid – late April. The Government funded Flu Vaccine Clinic is for people aged 65 years and older and people who identify as Indigenous aged 6 months and older. If you would like your name added to the immunisation list please contact our Administration Team during Business Hours on 4912 5100. Clients who have other risk factors, which may meet the Government Funded guidelines, should see their GP for an assessment of their eligibility. General Information: Clients who attend the hospital are reminded that it is requirement for staff to check their personal details, eg: name, date of birth, address, GP, DVA (if eligible), medicare and centrelink cards. It is recommended that clients have their cards with them. This is particularly important in the case of supply of pharmacy, as it can affect the cost of the pharmaceutical items.
HAPPY EASTER On behalf of Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc. please have a safe and Happy Easter. Please check the road reports before travelling.
“Children of Change” Some people walk in and out of our lives without making any impression… Others stay a while… and make time to leave footprints on our hearts… and we are never the same again. Within the pages that follow, are the footprints of many who have contributed to my life. Some I have loved dearly and others I have known less well, but at some stage in my seventy years, I have given a piece of myself to each Page 6
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LEGEND AND THE LOCALS TROY CASSAR-DALEY
Sunday 25 August 2019
SCHOOL OF ARTS, MOUNT MORGAN DOORS OPEN AT 5.30 P.M. BARBECUE TEA AVAILABLE CONCERT STARTS AT 6.30 PM
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$20 Children (16 and under) $30 Pensioner & $40 Adults.
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A MOUNT MORGAN FOOTBALL TALE From 1891, until the outbreak of World War 1 in 1914, Rugby Union football was the major football code played in Mount Morgan.
When they inquired where the rest of the team was, they were told “the rest of the team would arrive after the hooter blows”.
In 1911, a representative Central Queensland Rugby Union team played a visiting New South Wales team (the ‘Blues’), at Mount Morgan on the local Rugby Union Grounds (now known as Newman Park).The Central Queensland side consisted of 13 Mount Morgan players and two from elsewhere.
Mystified, the Officials asked for an explanation, and were told that the men were on day shift in the underground mine and would “knock-off” when the hooter indicated the end of the day shift. When the hooter sounded, the men knocked off work, dressed for the match, and beat the New South Wales team 9 points to six points.
On the Saturday of the match, the New South Wales team changed in their football uniforms at the Calliungal Hotel and were transported to the football grounds by horse-drawn vehicles. On arrival at the football grounds, the New South Wales Officials found that only 3 of the Central Queensland representative players were present.
The underground miners were a tough crew, kept in good physical condition by hard work with pick and shovel. Robyn Marshall Secretary /Project Officer Mount Morgan Historical Museum
Contributed by Mount Morgan Historical Museum.
KINDY CARE HAPPENINGS The children at Kindy Care have been enjoying a variety of activities since the beginning of the year. These activities have included science experiments, field trips in the local community; to the Mount Morgan library and Rockhampton zoo just to name a few. Currently the children are developing their knowledge of numbers and letters through play and engaging hands on activities.
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with their peers and educators, through drama and dance. We look forward to some more wonderful performances from the children and educators. A new fort playground is also being installed where children can develop and extend on their gross motor skills, co-ordination and peer building activities. Last Christmas the children at Kindy Care wanted to give back to those that were unable to be home with their families at Christmas, and after a few suggestions were presented to the children they decided to send care packages MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS
to our Armed forces personnel overseas. Our wonderful families, and local Mount Morgan NewsXpress and Rockhampton Regional Council Libraries kindly donated a variety of items to help make someone else’s Christmas a little more special. The children sent 6 packages overseas to our serving personal who were randomly selected. Last week the children received a surprise letter from a young man whom is currently serving in the African Region. The children were very excited to Continued on Page 9 10 - 24 April, 2019
Kindy Care Happenings... From Page 8 receive a reply and would like to once again thank the families and local community for their help in making the wishes of the Kindy Care children successful. The children have requested that we make this a tradition of the service every year. If any members of the community would like to join us in making someone’s Christmas a little brighter, please feel free to contact the centre. Last week the centre was the proud recipient of a wonderful donation from the local CWA. The kind donation of a cheque will be used to provide more shade in our Kindy/ Pre-prep playground through the purchase of a large shade sail. This will ensure the children are more protected from
our harsh sun and allows the area to be more utilised through out the day. The centre is currently taking part in the cash for cans initiative and all funds raised will be used to purchase valuable resources for the children at the centre. A big congratulations to all the children who have transitioned to prep this year from the centre we look forward to hearing about your new learning journey in the near future. If you are interested in your child attending our wonderful service, please contact one of the friendly educators. Supplied by Kindy Care.
Sun Shines For the Gentlefolk By Graeme Meade On Saturday, 30 March the Gentlefolk Single-speed, Fixie and Old Bike Society arrived at Mount Morgan for their annual ride to view some of the historic sites around Mount Morgan. This was the third time the GF have visited Mount Morgan and every year there has been a rain event before or during the ride. This year was no exception, in the week leading up to Saturday the weather forecast was for rain. Some riders did not turn up due to the weather, but we still had over 20 riders, mostly from Rockhampton, Yeppoon, Emu
Park, and a guest rider from the Atherton Tablelands. Half an hour before the ride started there was a huge boom of thunder followed by a torrential downpour. I told the riders that I had booked an appointment at the Mount Morgan Police Station for five past three, so we could drive there if need be. At ten to three the rain had stopped and I asked the riders to get their bikes ready, at 3 pm we were off. First stop was the Mount Morgan Police Station, a wonderful historic building. The Mount Morgan Court House and Police Station were constructed in 1900. We were shown around the old holding
cells, including a padded cell. The visit then moved into the Court House building, although it is set up as a Police Station the old Magistrates Bench is still there and are many original features. We then headed to ANZAC Park for our group photo, then walked up Cutters Lane. We then rode down to Glen Gordon Street and looked at the remnants of three bridges that used to cross the Dee River. Next we skirted along the railway line to Gordon Lane, and looked at the horse paddock and Continuned on Page 15
Above: The Gentlefolk stop for a photo at ANZAC Park. 10 - 24 April, 2019
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THE ORANGE DOT By Larry at Fox Video
Movie Review MORTAL ENGINES Peter Jackson’s genius became obvious to us when FORGOTTEN SILVER was released in October of 1997. It could well have been released on April 1st as this mockumentary, presented in serious docudrama style, had many viewers believing that prodigious New Zealand filmmaker Colin McKenzie, lost to history and “rediscovered” by Peter Jackson, had invented the “talkie” movie in 1908, invented colour film in 1911, created the original “tracking shot’ and the “close up”, and manufactured film celluloid from egg-whites... It was all a hoax of course. Brilliant! He has gone on to make many other terrific movies, but his crowning achievements to date in our view were J.R.R. Tolkien’s LORD OF THE RINGS trilogy (2001-3) and THE HOBBIT trilogy (2012-14). Entire fictional worlds were created on giant screens before our eyes, completely flawless and totally believable. Now, with MORTAL ENGINES he has done it again, having teamed up with co-director Chris Rivers and co-screenwriters Fran Walsh and Phillipa Boyens.
Vale – Ted Bradford Shaw Mount Morgan has lost one of its illustrious quiet achievers with the sad passing of Ted Shaw recently. Ted was a very valuable asset to our town, however his work within the community has never been publicly acknowledged. On his retirement from teaching, Ted came to Mount Morgan to Page 10
MORTAL ENGINES (the title is borrowed from William Shakespeare’s OTHELLO) is the first of four books by Philip Reeve called THE HUNGRY CITY CHRONICLES. Civilization as we know it today is ancient history, decimated by what this new world calls “The Sixty Minute War” of long long ago. With the loss of all of the wonderful technology that shaped the world back then, society has been reset in the style of the late 19th century... Low tech to no-tech, industrial, mechanical - steampunk; with the renewal of very clearly defined class structures in separating the workers from the middle class from the upper class from the ruling elite. Cities throughout Europe have become mobile with rapacious appetites for energy and resources. They are known as “predator cities”, hunting, absorbing and consuming smaller mobile cities and towns; actions legitimised by their philosophy of “Municipal Darwinism”. Resources are running low. Valentine (Hugo Weaving), head of new London’s Guild of Historians sets his sights on the more traditional, peaceful static settlements run by the Antilive and very soon accepted the position of President of the Mount Morgan Historical Museum, which he held for some years. His contribution to the Museum included his skills at photography, picture framing and computers. His services were invaluable. From the Museum he then volunteered for MMPAD and the Railway Complex. Ted’s skills saved the Complex and MMPAD many dollars. Ted also voluntarily MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS
Traction League, but their defences are strong. For years now he and his secret team have been trying to reconstruct the super weapon used during the Sixty-Minute War. If he can make that work, nothing can stop him. The entire world will be his. He just needs to find the right old-tech... He needs to be stopped. But who? One masked, rebellious young woman among the masses (Hera Hilmar) is hunting Valentine. She has her own personal reasons, but will she broaden her cause? Can the destruction be stopped? Also featuring Stephen Lang (AVATAR) as Shrike, MORTAL ENGINES runs for 120 absorbing minutes and is rated M for “science fiction themes and violence”. MORTAL ENGINES... Loved it! taught computer skills for adults and he was the producer of the original MMPAD Argus. Ted was a reserved, quiet and intelligent man who was always willing to help his friends when asked. He had a love of motor bikes, birds and music. He will be sadly missed by his friends but Mount Morgan has been made a richer town by his quiet but very talented input. Thank you, Ted Shaw. Rest peacefully. 10 - 24 April, 2019
Pride in Your Town This edition is to refresh your memories of thirty years ago when Brisbane held Expo 88. It was after Expo that the face of Brisbane changed forever, leaving the delightful big country image to what has become equal to any other Capital city in Australia. From Expo we tasted some of the foods of the world, saw costumes of colour that were brilliant, enjoyed displays, street marches and so much more that took one’s breath away. It opened your eyes to a new fascinating world that came to Brisbane for the Expo. Even the queueing for the mono rail was a thrill for young and old. Possibly one of the most memorable sections of Expo 88 was the street scapes that were called “The Human Factor”. This idea was pure magic and told the story of Australia in compelling white sculptures created by John Underwood and his unique Art busters’ organization. This Human Factor was both enriching and enlightening and possibly achieved a unique and beguiling experience. They were a mark of John Underwood’s skill and talent that these 80 figures, all frozen in time, captured the essence of Australian life. To refresh your memory, if you were lucky enough to attend Expo, can you remember the Aussie couple seated on a garden seat, relaxing and easing their tired feet. They were so real you almost started a conversation with them. Remember the two lads fishing by the river and the boxer and the Kangaroo complete with the boxing gloves on. I could go on forever reminiscing about the stilt walkers, clowns, balancing acts, and timber cutters - all looking so real you kept looking for the next surprise. After Expo finished, the sculptures went far and wide. Biloela has one in their Information Centre 10 - 24 April, 2019
and a young boy reading a book balancing on numerous chairs was once at the Rockhampton airport but sadly not there now. It has been suggested that the sculptures that have been in storage all these years should be taken out and placed in strategic areas around Brisbane. What a marvellous idea and would keep Expo alive in minds that had the opportunity to visit. It would be a wonderful experience to see these magnificent sculptures again and bring back some of the happy memories for those who had the good fortune to attend Expo 88. What a time it was! Now the site is the magnificent
South Bank. A place right in the heart of the city, accessible from the water and an easy walk across the Bridge from the city. Where else would you find a bustling city with a sand swimming beach within walking distance? It has gardens that delight the eye and walk ways to enjoy and then the restaurants are there for all taste buds. The bougainvillea archway is so beautiful when in full bloom. Of course the wonderful Piazza, the stage and seating of so many wonderful artists during Expo is still in use for wonderful concerts nowadays. It is the show place to attend and watch all fireworks attractions. Well done Brisbane, when is the next Expo?
TOWER LOCATION RAISES COMMUNITY CONCERNS As the Struck Oil community struggle to make sure that a new Telstra tower is in the right place - a Telstra representative has told Rockhampton Regional Councillors that if the Council does not approve Telstra’s preferred site then Telstra will ‘highly likely’ simply return the funding to the Federal Government and not proceed at all. He said that this would cause Struck Oil’s needs to drop off the Blackspot funding list and it could be 25 to 30 years before it would be considered again. Mayor Margaret Strelow said this was appalling behaviour and akin to blackmail! “Residents have a justifiable concern about a tower that would block pristine views when there were other sites possible. These sites may cost the telecommunications carrier a little more to establish but would deliver a much better result for this community,” Mayor Strelow said. Council will continue trying to negotiate in good faith with the consultant who flew up from down south, but the thinly veiled threat has not gone down well. “These residents are reasonable people who were excited at the prospect of a better quality service but absolutely gobsmacked at the location that was chosen,” she said. The tower is proposed to be in a gully which then necessitates an additional build of some 20 m above the top of the surrounding tall trees and right in line of sight of residents, some of whom are less than 300m away. MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS
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Dee River Oldies Members enjoyed the musical morning tea with Lyn Anstey and singers providing the entertainment. A fine selection of music kept the morning rolling along. By now members will know where the mystery bus trip has taken them. Details will be in the next Argus of where we ended up on the day. Thanks goes to Doug and Margaret for organizing the trip. The next meeting will be on Tuesday 16 April at 2pm. New and existing members are always welcome. The morning tea is on Wednesday April 24 at 10am. Guest speaker will be from Home Assist. The cost is $5. Lucky door and raffle tickets are also available. If you have any items that you want on the meeting agenda, please contact:
GOLFING NEWS MEN’S OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS BARALABA Biloela golfer Adam Mollis continued his great form at the central Queensland open Championship events on Sunday, 23 March 2019, by winning back to back open titles. Adam won the 27 holes Baralaba men’s open with a disappointing two over par 38 after the first nine holes, then came home with a three under 33 on the second nine, finishing the final nine holes with a one over par 37 finishing the event with a 27 hole gross score of 2 over par 108. Adam won the event by two shots from Rockhampton’s Richie Pershouse who finished with a 110 gross score.
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Rockhampton’s Doug Miles with 9 hole rounds of 44, 4 & 41 had to survive a play off against Baralaba’s Brian Bidgood when both players carded a 27 hole gross score of 129. Moura’s Ian Edmistone 131, had a 4 stroke victory over Baralaba’s Norm Thomas on 135.
Please see ‘Save the date’ on the back page of the Argus for the dates and times.
Nett event winners: A grade: Dillon West - B Grade: John Gunzler - C grade: Scott Lang.
Our meetings and morning teas are always held in the St Mary’s Church Hall, Gordon Street, Mount Morgan. (Behind the Anglican Church).
Pin shots: Adam Mollis, Shaun Antcliff, Shane Roediger and Jeff Dahl,
Carol Glover (President) 49 381995, Melray McNamara (Treasurer) 0411 144 316 and Colleen Constable (Secretary) 0427 161 131
Until next time, stay happy and healthy.
Long Drives: A grade: Shaun Antcliff - B grade: Phil Sheehan - C grade: Harry Gibson
The Steering Committee
Gurney T. CLAMP
Convincing win for Lorikeets The Mount Morgan Lorikeets Rugby Union team played its first game of the 2019 season on Saturday, 6 April in Rockhampton against Brothers. Being the first game of a new season, it was difficult to predict how the team would fair, particularly with a number of experienced players not returning to the team after a successful 2018. Brothers played a game focused on their big forwards, keeping the ball close to the ruck, driving low and recycling the ball in order to maintain long periods of possession. In contrast, Mount Morgan’s strength was their backline with genuine pace and try scoring ability throughout, they have the potential to score from Page 14
anywhere. In the early stages of the game, before the first game fatigue and the heat took their toll, Mount Morgan dominated the game, the forwards were able to win and hold the ball and the backs took advantage of their opportunities - at the 20-minute mark the Lorikeets were ahead by four tries to nil. After this point the game started to slow down allowing Brothers back into the game with some sustained possession, Mount Morgan’s defence was up to the task though and kept their line intact until half time. Overall the Lorikeets were significantly better than Brothers in the first half, they scored three more tries to take a 42-0 lead into the break. MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS
In the second half with the game continuing to slow Brothers had a lot more possession and were able to score two tries on the back of their strong forward play. The Lorikeets would not be outdone though and scored three tries of their own in the second half to score a 64-10, 10 tries to two win, to kick off the season. Mount Morgan’s first home game is Saturday, 13 April against Dawson Valley Drovers, arguably one of the best and most consistent teams in the competition over past five years. The games start at 1.30 pm at Newman Oval. If you want to keep up with the latest Lorikeets news look us up on facebook – Mount Morgan Rugby Club. Wayne Alden 10 - 24 April, 2019
Gentlefolk from Page 9 explored some of the historic sites of Baree and looked at some of the interesting features that were along the railway line. Heading back along James Street we stopped at the old roller skating rink, but no one had their skates with them, and continued onto Byrnes Parade to look at the site of the gas works, and then on to the Number 7 Dam. The last time the Gentlefolk went to the dam was two years ago, when there was water flowing over the top of the dam. Riders on that ride were amazed at the drop in the water level after two years of little rain. From the Dam it was back to the start point in East Street via the Private Victor Stanley Jones Suspension Bridge. It was a great ride it took us about two and a half hour to cover the route, so we spent more time checking things out than riding. I would like to thank David and Debi, from the Silver Wattle Caravan Park for their help, Queensland Police Service for giving us access to the Police Station and the officer, I will not name, for the tour and putting up with us. Cheers to NewsXpress Mount Morgan and the Mount Morgan Hot Bread Shop for coffee and food.
PHOTO COMPETITION Following the outstanding success of Rockhampton Regional Council’s inaugural Nature Photography Competition last year, the contest has become an annual event with 2019 entries opening today.
are using them again in 2019.
Council’s Environment spokesperson, Councillor Drew Wickerson, said he was thrilled by the response in 2018.
“The second is Celebrating our Natural Landscape, with images showcasing our breathtaking backdrops and natural assets.
“We know that we are very fortunate to live in a region with some stunning natural landscapes, but the quality of the images our residents captured and entered was exceptional.
“The third is Showcasing our Native Flora and Fauna. For this category we are looking for pictures which show our native animals and plants in their natural habitat.
“Spectacular sunsets mirrored in the Yeppen Lagoon, views of the region’s patchwork hills, and honeyeaters mid-flight were just some of the magnificent images to take out a prize last year.
“There are two more categories for under-18s and professional photographers, who can submit photos on any of our themes.
“We had over 260 entries, which meant judging was no easy task – although I would love to see even more photographs submitted in 2019!” Councillor Wickerson said there were five different categories with each one having a top prize of $250, and that winners would also see their work on display throughout the region. “The three themes for people to explore through photography worked really well last year, so we
“The first is called Connecting with Nature, and is all about the relationships we as individuals have with the natural world around us.
“The winners will be announced as part of Council’s celebration of World Environment Day 2019, and have their work displayed at places across the region, including the Rockhampton Show. “This competition is for everyone. Whether you’re a budding amateur with some fancy equipment, a fully-fledged professional, or you just have a camera phone and a good eye, we want to see your photos!” Entries must be submitted by 5pm on May 10 2019. For more information, head to the website – www.rrc.qld.gov. au
GUESS THE MOUNT MORGAN IDENTITY No one guessed who this longtime Mount Morgan identity was so here’s another photo and clue. Clues: Not born in Mount Morgan, but has lived here a long time. This person was a business owner, an Australia Day Citizen of the Year recipient and a Rotarian. He is pictured on the right receiving an award on Awards Night. Email your answer to mmpad@ bigpond.com. 10 - 24 April, 2019
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