The Mount Morgan Argus, Volume 15, Issue 5

VOLUME 15, ISSUE 5

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Local Artists...Page 9

ANZAC Day...Page 15

Front line responders - Mount Morgan QAS paramedics - Hope Larson, Kevin Porter and Cameron Evers.

FRONTLINE RESPONDERS

SCHOOLS GO STUDENT FREE In line with schools throughout the entire state, Mount Morgan State High School will be student free from Monday, 30 March until Friday, 3 April.

During this time only students of essential workers and vulnerable students who have no other means of supervision will be expected at school. During this week, teachers will be working on planning lessons specific to Mount Morgan students to be available in multiple formats should students not be allowed to return to school after the Easter holidays.

Once we have further direction on this we will send out email alerts and posts on our Facebook page with instructions on how to access this work.

It is essential that all parents and carers have

provided up to date contact details to the school ASAP. We are also still waiting on final details from the QCAA regarding how the current situation will affect our senior students. Please reassure these students that no Mount Morgan State High School student will be placed at a disadvantage to other students throughout the state.

Lastly, please note that our school support team will be working during the SFD’s, so if your student requires any assistance please contact the school and we will follow up.

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MAYOR RE-ELECTED FOR ANOTHER TERM Argus publication continues case with Neil Fisher. Councillors Tony Williams, Drew Wickerson and Ellen Smith held uncontested divisions.

Mayor Strelow said finishing with 70 percent of the primary vote was a strong re-election.

“I am grateful that I have the confidence of the community going into what is going to be a difficult couple of months ahead of us.

Rockhampton Regional Mayor, Margaret Strelow has been returned for another term as Mayor.

Mayor Strelow received over 70 percent of the vote and has declared victory, even though the Queensland Electoral Commission will not finalise the poll for a couple of weeks.

Division 5 Councillor, Cherie Rutherford is on track to be returned to her Division, as is the

“We’ll get through this and then start building our economy,” she said.

Cr Rutherford said her numbers were looking good and she hoped that she would be re-elected.

“It was really a strange election with the measures taken to reduce the risk of the coronavirus (Covid-19).

“A lot of people were angry that the elections were still held, but this was in the hands of the Electoral Commission of Queensland,” she said.

As most people are aware, the Visitor Information Centre and Railway Museum has closed due to the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic. The railway complex is a Rockhampton Regional Council facility.

While possible, Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc will continue to publish the Mount Morgan Argus.

As you can imagine, news is pretty scarce at this point in time, so we are asking for residents to help provide information. If you have photos of how you are spending your time in lockdown, we would be happy to print them.

If you have any jokes, puzzles or “lockdown recipes” you would like to share, text them to 0427 203 570 or email them to mmpad@bigpond.com.

Let us know how you are celebrating Easter - photos of your children enjoying chocolate! All are welcome.

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PANDEMIC MESSAGE

The following Facebook message was erroneously attributed to Bill Gates, but it has since been proven that Mr Gates was not the author. Regardless of who wrote it, there are some important messages in these challenging and difficult times.

hands. We can choose to cooperate and help each other, to share, to give, to help and to support each other or we can choose to be selfish, to hoard to look after only our self. Indeed, it is difficulties that bring out our true colours.

What is the Corona/Covid-19 virus really teaching?

10. It is reminding us that we can be patient, or we can panic. We can either understand that this type of situation has happened many times before in history and will pass, or we can panic and see it as the end of the world and, consequently, cause ourselves more harm than good.

I’m a strong believer that there is a spiritual purpose behind everything that happens, whether that is what we perceive as being good or being bad.

As I meditate upon this, I want to share with you what I feel the Corona/Covid-19 virus is really doing to us: 1. It is reminding us that we are all equal, regardless of our culture, religion, occupation, financial situation or how famous we are. This disease treats us all equally, perhaps we should too. If you don’t believe me, just ask Tom Hanks.

2. It is reminding that we are all connected and something that affects one person, has an effect on another. It is reminding us that the false borders that we have put up have little value as this virus does not need a passport. It is reminding us, but oppressing us for a short time, of those in this world whose whole life is spent in oppression.

3. It is reminding us of how precious our health is and how we have moved to neglect it through eating nutrient poor manufactured food and drinking water that is contaminated with chemical upon chemical.

If we don’t look after our health, we will, of course, get sick.

4. it is reminding us of the shortness of life and of what is most important for us to do, which is to help each other, especially those who are old or sick. Our purpose is not to buy toilet rolls.

5. it is reminding us of how materialistic our society has become and how, when in times of difficulty, we remember that it’s the essentials that we need (food, water, medicine) as opposed to the luxuries that we sometimes unnecessarily give value to.

6. It is reminding us of how important our family and home life is and how much we have neglected this. It is forcing us back into our houses so we can rebuild them into our home and to strengthen our family unit.

7. It is reminding us that our true work is not our job, that is what we do, not what we were created to do.

Our true work is to look after each other, to protect each other and to be of benefit to one another.

8. It is reminding us to keep our egos in check. It is reminding us that no matter how great we think we are or how great others think we are, a virus can bring our world to a standstill.

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11. It is reminding us that this can either be an end or a new beginning. This can be a time of reflection and understanding, where we learn from our mistakes, or it can be the start of a cycle which will continue until we finally learn the lesson we are meant to.

12. It is reminding us that this earth is sick. It is reminding us that we need to look at the rate of deforestation, just as urgently as we look at the speed at which toilet rolls are disappearing off shelves. We are sick, because our home is sick.

13. It is reminding us that after every difficulty, there is always ease. Life is cyclical, and this is just a phase in this great cycle. We do not need to panic; this too shall pass.

14. Whereas many see the Corona/Covid-19 virus as a great disaster, I prefer to see it as a great “corrector”. It is sent to remind us of the important lessons that we seem to have forgotten and it is up to us if we will learn them or not.

DEE RIVER OLDIES The last few weeks have seen the need for the people of Australia to accept changes that they have never seen before. It is certainly a time when we need to look at our day, to do the best we can to get through this time.

Looking at it long term is mind boggling. Just take it a day at a time. Looking out for family and friends all helps to make a difference.

Having to cancel the March morning tea was a precaution for the wellbeing of our members. Our next meeting (which is still to be confirmed) is to be held a week earlier on 14 April 2020 starting at 2.00pm at St Mary’s Hall, Gordon Street, Mount Morgan. We are hoping to know where we go from there. The Steering Committee are only a phone call away.

Until next time, Submitted by the Steering Committee Carol Glover 49381995; Melray McNamara 0411 144 316; Colleen Constable 0427 161 131

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POLICE NEWS

The Mount Morgan Police would like to thank every one so far that has been abiding by the new social distancing advice and laws. We have seen the majority of people are listening and doing their part to fight the spread of COVID-19.

As you are all aware a number of businesses have closed their doors as required by the government.

These are difficult times but we all have a part to play. Please remember to secure your dwellings and businesses, there may be persons looking for opportunities to break into now closed businesses.

If you see or hear of anything suspicious, please contact Policelink on 131 444.

I will leave you with a few words you might remember before deciding to leave your house or socialising in a large group – ‘The virus needs movement to survive. We all stop moving and so does the virus, it dies.’

The sooner we all take this into consideration before we act, the sooner everything will return to normal.

Stay home and be safe.

Sergeant Matt Harling Mount Morgan Police 4932 3939

New Challenges for local business Cyclones, floods, droughts and fires, we’ve coped through them all but COVID-19 is issuing new challenges like never before. We remain open as at (Monday 30 March) but we have reduced our trading hours. We may reduce them further yet as more and more people self-isolate.

Unfortunately, we have had to reduce staff hours both for monetary and health reasons, so we appreciate everyone’s understanding and patience throughout.

Newsagents are deemed essential services as for many people a newspaper is still their main form of communication and entertainment – we have a lot of crossword and phantom fans out there.

If you’re in isolation and require anything please give us a call, we are more than happy to work out a solution for you. We can organize to send gifts and cards away to family for you. We can do drop off to family in Mount Morgan for you. (conditions apply) Now is a great time to send a card or present to someone to show you are thinking of them. Don’t forget Easter and Mother’s Day we can help with that too.

If you are working from home we have INK, Stationery and can even get printers if needed.

The same with schooling from home, whilst we can get supply we are stocking up on your home school needs and boredom busters. We have playing cards, jigsaws and other games. Maybe now is a good time to teach the kids chess?

You can rest assured we are following all government regulations in store. We ask you respect your fellow shoppers by taking note of the restrictions of store numbers and social distancing. When this is over we are going to have the biggest street party where everyone can catch up and talk to their heart’s content but for now guys you just have to smile and wave. Stay safe everyone and we hope we are here at the end of it all.

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THE ORANGE DOT

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Movie Review JUDY AND PUNCH Like STANDING UP FOR SUNNY, JUDY & PUNCH is another magnificent Australian production with some American input. A dark comedy thriller made just last year, JUDY & PUNCH is “utterly bonkers but brilliant”. It is a brutal, bizarre, twisted tale of love, revenge and puppetry.

JUDY AND PUNCH are puppeteers in the small anarchic town of Seaside (which is nowhere near the ocean), where the rumblings of the local citizens are at the point of boiling over into rebellion. Our couple, alongside their baby daughter, are attempting to reboot their once famous marionette show and bring it to the fore, back into the public eye, to regain the favour of the people and refill their cups with precious coin.

Both artists are brilliant puppeteers, but while it is Punch that has the driving ambition to succeed, it is Judy who is the real heart of the production. The new show is a smash (pun intended) hit! They’ve done it.

They’re back. Success...

Judy’s love for Punch however, has blinded her to the dark side of her partner. The violence exhibited at arm’s length through the marionettes comes from

a place deep within, and now with coin in his pocket he can once again indulge his love and appetite for whisky. Tragedy is almost inevitable.

In a clever, visceral, dynamic live-action reinterpretation of the famous 17th Century puppet show, writer-director Mirrati Foulkes (in her directorial debut) turns the traditional story of Punch and Judy in its head and brings to life a fierce, darkly comic and epic revenge story.

Headlining the wonderful Aussie global star Mia Wasikowska and Damon Herriman (The Sullivans, Justified, Once Upon A Time In Hollywood et al.

Damon also won the 2019 AACTA award for his portrayal of Punch.), JUDY AND PUNCH runs for one hour and forty-five riveting minutes where you just can’t guess “what’s gonna happen next”. The rating of MA15+ for “strong violence” is warranted.

We should be really proud of our incredible film industry. Aussies make great movies.

JUDY AND PUNCH... Loved it!

Community Service Hall memberships It is that time of year that annual memberships of the Mount Morgan Community Service Club are due, and renewal forms are in the post.

We appreciate your ongoing support, especially during this unprecedented period that we are all going through. Rest assured your membership fee is well utilized, providing funds for the upkeep of facilities, and general running costs of the building.

Due to the required closure of our lovely old Hall, sources of income are currently at a standstill, so your support now is more important than ever.

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We understand financially things are tough at this time, so other ways you may be able to support your local community organizations, as we are all in the same boat, is via in kind donations of labor, goods or services.

The odd mow of a lawn, for example, could just be the thing to relieve some of the burden that generally falls to the same people over and over again.

The Executive Committee will continue to be busy working on paperwork and projects through the coming months, and though social isolation is necessary, where there is a will, there is a MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS

way with skype meetings being organized.

To join or renew, payment can be made in person at the Mount Morgan Post Office, or via cheque/money order and posted to PO Box 104, Mount Morgan QLD, 4714.

The Executive Committee hope that all our Members and their nearest and dearest are able to stay safe and well, and wish you all the best in this time of uncertainty, and we thank you again for being an invaluable part of our Club.

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Pride in Your Town

This edition we will relate to you some of the interesting items of history that happened in yester years. Some items, that we all take for granted we seem to think were there forever, but that was not the case.

The Year 1877

We commence with the year 1875.

The first test cricket match between England and Australia commenced on 15 May. Australia won by 55 runs.

Alexander Graham Bell built the first telephone that transmitted electrically the human voice.

Matthew Webb became the first person to swim the English Channel on 25 August.

Bizet’s opera “Carmen” was first performed on 3 March at the Opera Comique Paris.

The first Rockhampton Show was held from May 26-27 on a block of land bounded by William, George, Denham and Murray Streets. The Rockhampton Instrumental Society was established, the forerunner of the Orpheus Club.

The year 1876.

The first carpet sweeper was patented by Melville Bissell, of Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Tchaikovsky completed his Swan Lake Ballet. (And still so popular at the present time.)

Queen Victoria was proclaimed Empress of India on 1 May. On 25 and 26 June, Lieutenant Colonel George Armstrong Custer and 263 soldiers of the 7th Calvary died fighting several thousand Lakota and Cheyenne warriors at the Battle of Little Bighorn in southern Montana. It was one of the Indians’ last armed efforts to preserve their way of life.

In May, a police raid on a Chinese gambling den in Rockhampton resulted in the death of a man named, Wong Pow.

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Thomas Edison recorded the words “Mary had a little Lamb” on the first phonograph and paved the way for future record players, tapes and CD’s.

The Fitzroy Bowling Club was formed, with an entrance fee of one guinea. More than 100 joined and the club house was completed before the end of the year.

The Allenstown State School opened on 16 July, with 153 students.

The year 1878.

The great Rockhampton founding father, the Australian botanist, Anthelme Thozet died on 31 May. He was an energetic plant collector, cultivator and distinguished advocate for the Rockhampton region.

(He made a tremendous difference to the beauty of Rockhampton in many ways).

gan serving the residents of Saint Petersburg, Russia.

France annexed Tahiti.

The bush ranger and bank robber, Ned Kelly was captured at Glenrowan and hanged in Melbourne.

He became a folk hero to the poor and underprivileged.

William Hitchcock Buzacott, the founding proprietary of the Morning Bulletin and brother of the Queensland Postmaster – General, Charles Hardie Buzacott, died in Rockhampton on 29 July of pneumonia. Two years later Buzacott’s premature death at 49 “robbed Rockhampton” historian Lorna MacDonald wrote, “Of one who had conscientiously tried to advance the district’s interests, both materially and spiritually.”

He left behind a widow and young family. His son, Walter, and two of his daughters carried on the family tradition as journalists.

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Leo Tolstoy, author of “War and Peace” published his novel “Anna Karenina”.

The Year 1879.

Thomas Edison built the first incandescent electric bulb.

Most of the islands in the Torres Strait were annexed by the colony of Queensland. At the time, Britain and Germany were competing for colonial territories in the New Guinea region.

The foundation stone of St. Paul’s Cathedral was laid by Bishop Stanton on 16 September.

The Year 1880.

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Rockhampton Regional Council are in the process of installing the handrails in Morgan Street.

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COVID-19 What is COVID -19?

The COVID-19 novel coronavirus is a new strain of coronavirus affecting humans causing respiratory illness.

Numerous coronaviruses can cause illness similar to the common cold and others can cause serious illness such as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), or Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS).

While there is still research underway regarding the health impacts of COVID-19, it appears that the illness is much less severe than SARS or MERS, and some people with the infection may have only a mild illness.

This information has been supplied by the Mount Morgan QAS The paramedics at Mount Morgan QAS are, like many medical personnel, at the frontline of the health crisis, so remember to follow all precautions so you don’t put them at risk.

People most at risk of serious infection are: • People with compromised immune systems such as cancer patients etc.

• Elderly people • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people • People with chronic medical conditions • People in group residential settings • People in detention centres HELP STOP THE SPREAD 1. Clean your hands regularly with soap and water or alcohol based hand rubs 2. Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or bent elbow when coughing or sneezing 3. Avoid touching your face, nose and mouth. Avoid shaking hands.

4. Stay at home 5. Practice social distancing, which includes staying 1.5 meters away from others as much as you can.

HELP AND ASSISTANCE For further information on COVID-19 novel coronavirus, contact 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84)

WHO IS AT RISK? In Australia, the people most at risk of getting the virus are those who have: • Recently visited a high risk country or region (China, Italy, Iran or Korea) • Recently had close contact with someone who has had a confirmed case of COVID-19.

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If you are concerned you may have the virus and think you need medical review, please contact Mount Morgan Hospital on 07 49 125100, or contact your local GP. If you are experiencing severe symptoms or in an emergency call 000.

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SPOTLIGHT ON LOCAL ARTISTS

Sinclair Oldfield’s photo of Capri.

Pictured - Sandra Howcroft.

Pictured: Roslyn Bennetts During this uncertain time, with the Gallery having to cancel workshops and exhibitions, and ultimately having to close its doors due to the Covid19 situation, it has created an opportunity to promote some of the amazing individuals who contribute to the success of the Gallery. This and future articles will concentrate on our towns local Artists, our regional contributors, our generous volunteers, and our No7 Art Squad. In this first article, we will introduce five of the Mount Morgan artists.

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Nicholai Von Tonslamann’s “Balinese Fantasy”. exhibited with us since opening and has three oil paintings in our second exhibition, Musings of Summer. His submissions are Balinese Fantasy I, 2 and 3, which are immersive visions of lush tropical colour, influenced by Nicholai’s travels.

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challenge, expanding her skill set constantly. She currently has 3 paintings in the Gallery. You can follow her progress on facebook at “Paintings By Roslyn”.

Sinclair Oldfield – A talented photographer and resin artist who has work hanging in the new Parliament House. Her lens captures the essence of our landscape, the animals and the people. Her jewellry, clocks and photography on canvas pieces, are very popular items we stock.

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Local Artists...from Page 9 Sandra Howcroft – If you love stained glass works, Sandra is the lady to see. We have a few varieties of her suncatchers hanging in the Gallery, and her lamps made from beach glass are stunning. She has a Sprocket series also, that are very unique.

Karen Dollery – Specializing in resin works, Karen’s Galaxy

series on board is a glamorous depth of glittery stars floating in clear suspension. Her works always evoke fascination, tempting patrons to tentatively reach out and touch.

“We will keep providing meals while we can get the food,” Melissa said.

To see artworks by these Artists and more until the Gallery reopens, please follow us on Facebook at “Mount Morgan Gallery”.

Moonlight Cafe is still opening as normal, but is providing an additional service to the pensioners.

Resilience in tough times about the pandemic, especially with the health of his staff on the line.

IGA continues to offer its normal products as well as a full range of Easter Eggs.

Mount Morgan Post Office proprietor, Ian Traynor said at this stage it was business as usual for the post office.

“We still offer all of the services that are normally offered,” he said.

The Mount Morgan business community is used to tough times, but the Government imposed sanctions in light of the coronavirus (Covid-19) will pose the biggest challenge ever for these businesses.

All businesses are implementing and enforcing social distancing, most are providing sanitiser for customers and all rigorously cleaning their stores. All are remaining open - some to lesser degrees than others.

Mount Morgan IGA is maintaining their 8 am to 7 pm trading times.

Owner Hugh McGilvray said where possible he was trying to ensure that the shelves continue to be stocked, but some items were difficult to source and maintain the level of stock.

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Mount Morgan Hardware is continuing to operate as normal as is Stewarts Towing and Service Station.

In recent times the thought of handling petrol bowsers when filling has caused concern.

Melvene Stewart said most customers took advantage of the driveway service offered, but said the bowsers were regularly cleaned.

Businesses providing meals have been restricted to providing takeaway meals only.

The Grand Hotel is still providing lunches and dinners which can be collected from the Bottleshop which is open from 10 am to 8 pm daily.

Manager, Melissa Chandler said the hotel was offering roast meals on Sundays and these will be availabe on Easter Sunday. These meals can also be delivered.

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Mumma Kaths Kitchen is still open for its normal trading hours of 8 am to 7 pm for takeaway meals only.

“We are catering for the elderly by offering free home deliveries for lunches valued at $10 or more,” Teresa Lloyd said.

These deliveries will be done on Thursdays and Friday nights only.

Mount Morgan Hot Bread Shop has reduced its hours - 5.30 am to 4 pm (weekdays) and 5.30 am to 3 pm (weekends).

Mane Street Hair Salon is not taking on any new appointments until further notice. Kodie said she would be doing current bookings only.

Mane Street Hair Salon was set to celebrate its third year at the end of April.

Debi from the Silver Wattle Caravan Park, said the park was still open, but would had experienced many cancellations in the last few weeks.

“What can you do, you just have to keep going,” she said.

The Leichhardt Hotel has closed for the duration at this point in time.

Golden Mount Taxi continues to operate as normal, taking extra precaution with regular cleaning of the cab.

This is just a brief wrap up of the affects of the pandemic on some of the Mount Morgan businesses.

If you own a business and would like to provide information for use in further articles, please do not hesitate to contact Eve-lyn at 4938 2312. Regular business ring arounds will be done each issue.

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MOUNT MORGAN MULTI PURPOSE HEALTH SERVICE NEWS (Normal) Flu Vaccine Clinic: Our Hospital is currently conducting our normal Flu Vaccine Clinics.

At this stage we can only vaccinate those people aged 65 years and older. Some people have already been vaccinated, but those who have not had a phone call yet remain on our list for future clinics. If you haven’t already put your name on the list, please contact Administration on 4912 5100. Anybody less than 65 years of age, who has other pre-existing medical conditions and believe they need vaccination, is invited to contact our office for further advice.

COVID-19: Clients who are unwell and are concerned about COVID-19 symptoms are asked to please phone the Hospital or their GP for advice prior to attending.

Spotlight on Mount Morgan’s Organisations

Waiting Room: Seating arrangements in our waiting area have altered. We ask that clients observe the 1.5m spacing wherever possible.

Now is a great time to write your organisation’s profile.

Visiting Hours: Currently amended Visiting Hours are in place for both Residential and Acute Wards.

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Residents can only be visited by two visitors at a time, for a short time only (ie approximately one hour). Visits must in the client’s room and not in any common areas. No children aged 16 years or younger are permitted to visit. It is important that you do not visit if you have :-

GOLFING NEWS GRACEMERE LAKES QUALIFIER Golf Central Queensland introduced the Frenchville Sports clubs Men’s and Ladies Single Stableford Championships, with qualifying rounds being played at all affiliated Golf Central Queensland golf clubs. Gracemere Lakes was the first club to hold a qualifying round in this inaugural event, with the best five stableford point scores to qualify.

Jason Sharpe and Joshua Slater with 37 stableford points are the top male qualifiers from Gracemere, with Michael Schinkel and Clay Cini finishing on 34.

Trevor McFetridge the fifth qualifier on 33 points.

Yeppoon’s Lisa Buchholz travelled to Gracemere to qualify and had the best stableford point score on the day finishing on 38 points from Nadine Battilana on 33 points.

* Returned form overseas in the last 14 days; * Been in contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 in the last 14 days; or * Have a fever or symptoms of a respiratory infection such as a cough, sore throat or shortness of breath.

From the 1 May onwards, visitors must have had the influenza vaccine.

Acute Wards: Visits are limited to one visitor a day for one hour only. Visiting hours are 10am – 11:30am & 5pm – 7pm only. If these times are unsuitable, please contact Administration on 4912 5100 to negotiate other arrangements.

M.A.W Mowing & Handyman Services ABN: 30 706 300 266 Now offering Ironing & Housecleaning Services

The final will be played at the Rockhampton Golf Club in September Gurney T Clamp (Hon Secretary) 1-15 April 2020

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Staying connected during the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis In these uncertain times, the effects of social isolation can be particularly stressful for people living alone, including older members of the community.

“With unlimited access to the internet, Mobi makes it easy for seniors to stay in touch with friends, family and their Lifestyle

Nychelle Hanlon, who runs classes on tablet devices and technology for seniors, says the devices can help seniors to stay

Coordinator,” Natalie says.

socially connected.

“In addition, access to video calling and telehealth integrations allows you to discuss your health matters and care without having to leave your home.

“Isolation is a big issue for seniors. Tablets are a brilliant way to keep in touch with family.

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Queensland not for profit organisation Carinity is ensuring the continuity of care for Mount Morgan seniors through its inhome care service.

“While some home care providers have scaled back or ceased services for seniors, Carinity Home Care remains committed to supporting older residents,” Carinity Home Care Rockhampton Lifestyle Coordinator Natalie Brookman says.

“During the pandemic, Carinity Home Care is continuing to assist older Queenslanders to stay healthy and safe at home with a range of services including assisting with personal and nursing care, social support, attending appointments, shopping, and other activities.”

One service available to Carinity Home Care clients to support social connection is Mobi powered

by Breezie, a fully personalised, simple-to-use tablet specifically designed for seniors that cuts through the complexities of technology.

“Using this technology can improve health and wellbeing outcomes for seniors and help them to maintain mental fitness via apps, games and music therapy.”

using Skype through the internet, you can speak to and see people anywhere in the world for free,” Nychelle says.

$1.3 million Council relief package for Rockhampton Region Rockhampton Regional Council last week voted to immediately roll out a relief package worth up to $1.3 million to help support businesses and community groups in the Rockhampton Region.

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• Existing business licences extended until 30 June 2021 • Rent relief for commercial tenants • Cash contribution of $20,000 each for two local animal welfare agencies – Capricorn Animal Aid and Central Queensland Animal Society • All Environmentally Relevant Authorities extended for a further 12 months • In-kind support for the business community from Advance MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS

Rockhampton Mayor Margaret Strelow said that, like the State and Federal Government, Council is putting its shoulder to the wheel during these difficult times to help the community where possible.

“The situation around COVID-19 is changing incredibly quickly, and we know that our community is already feeling the economic impact of this pandemic,” said Mayor Strelow.

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Council Package...From Page 14 “Our capacity to offer support is clearly different to other levels of government.

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“I’m also very mindful that our rates are collected based on property value and regardless of income, and that we need to think of the fairness of using ratepayer money – which includes money paid by pensioners and those struggling – to support business.

“However, we know that recovery for our community will be smoothest if we can help to keep our local businesses alive and keep people employed.

“We believe that there are many things that we as a Council can and should do to support local business, as well as provide some relief to residents and our community more generally.

“The package of measures that we’ve introduced today includes extending existing Food Business, Personal Appearance Business and Activities, and Food Van Licences until 30 June 2021.

“It also allows for us to provide rent relief for our commercial tenants.

“And we’ll be providing lease fee refunds on application to community groups and sporting clubs in the Region.

“On top of this, we have resolved today that there will be no additional interest charged on Outstanding Rates until the end of December.

“These measures are a first step and will apply immediately.

“There will also be a further economic stimulus package brought before the new Council, which will include a revised Rates Payment Policy.

“We know our community is hurting and Council as an organisation will stand shoulder to shoulder with our residents during these tough times,” Mayor Strelow said.

Sgt. Misty Evans gave the 2019 ANZAC Day address (Right) and left Warwick Armstrong.ddress As you all are aware the government has closed down public gatherings and this includes ANZAC Day. Therefore, the Mount Morgan sub-branch has decided to offer an alternative way of marking ANZAC Day for 2020.

At 6.00 am please assemble at your front gates with a lit candle and observe one minutes silence in memory of all those who have made the supreme sacrifice in the service to Australia. If you wish to lay a wreath at ANZAC Park please do so, after 9.00 am and remember to observe the social distancing required by the government. On behalf of the members of the sub-branch, we hope that the members of the Mount Morgan community come through these trying times ahead safe and sound.

To all Veterans past and present I thank you for your service and we will be thinking of you on ANZAC Day 2020.

To all Mount Morgan sub-branch members, all future meetings are suspended for members. However, the executive board will still meet as usual to keep the sub-branch going during the virus shut down.

Any questions please contact me on 4938 2755 or 0497 277 339.

Barry Lollback - Secretary - Mount Morgan Sub-branch

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Apr 4: Blue Care Trash and Treasure. 8 am - 12 noon.

Apr 10: Good Friday.

Apr 12: Easter Sunday.

Apr 25: ANZAC Day. May 2: Blue Care Trash and Treasure. 8 am - 12 noon.

May 4: Labour Day Public Holiday.

PAINTER: Semi retired. W. Cruickshank Phone 0488 104 774 or 0488 105 257.

QBCC No-75608.

APOLOGY: In the last issue, the late Ossie Wilson, was referred to as Oswald Wilson, when his name was Oswin. Our sincere apologies for this error.

ALL COMPUTERS & REPAIRS: Your local computer specialist Nathan. Phone between 10 am to 8 pm. PHONE: 4938 2451 Monday to Friday

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Meeting at the Dee Bowls Club 10 am Sunday for Church Services. All welcome.

Contact: Pastor Owen Kurth for further details

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PROUDLY SERVING MOUNT MORGAN FOR OVER FORTY YEARS

Meet 9 am - 12 noon Wednesdays and Saturdays Phone John on 0429 055 165 Hoy every Wednesday at CWA Hall, East Street at 10 am. POSTPONED Blue Care Trash & Treasure, Gordon Street.

Every Friday from 8.30 am to 12 noon.

Bags of clothing $5. Marion’s plants for sale.

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