Argus 21st september 2016

Volume 11, Issue 18

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September 21st - October 5th 2016

Mount Morgan Argus Proudly brought to you by Mount Morgan Promotion & Development Inc. ABN 21 391 526 801

Possible upgrades to the Dam - Page 4

Arts & Craft markets - Page 5

Raptor’s triumphant news - Page 14

Recognition for Dedicated Paramedics Wendy and Kevin Porter with their awards for 30 years of service - Details on page 3

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History & Reflections

Pride in your Town It is amazing how many successful people have had some connection with Mount Morgan and our schools. One person in this category is Godfrey (George) Westacott. He was born in 1888 at Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, one of eight children. His father was English born and was a joiner by trade which is maybe why he ended up in Mount Morgan for work.

George was educated at the local state school and in late afternoon he delivered the Rockhampton afternoon paper,” The Daily Record”, to the local residents.

He was pleased to give up that job when he became apprentice to a printer on the Mount Morgan paper, “The Herald”. Sadly the Herald struck financial difficulties but George continued his apprenticeship with the Mount Morgan “Chronicle”. While at the Herald he was taught shorthand by one of the papers owners. He then decided journalism was to be his chosen career. He then joined “The Daily Record”, a Rockhampton newspaper, as a local correspondent for Mount Morgan. His reports of the Mine accidents in 1908 led him to a full time position on “The Record” rising to subeditor of that paper.

His career then went from Editor of the Record till it became the” Evening News” which then closed in 1941, when he transferred to” The Morning Bulletin” as assist manager/editor.

In 1922 he introduced a weekly article on current affairs called “Topics of the Day”. He directed this article on locals, politicians, local authorities and pompous people in a light satirical style with much humour. This article seemed to be read far and wide throughout Queensland One of his protégé while at The Bulletin was Albert Thomas Hinchliffe.

George Westacott became a very active member in the affairs of Rockhampton accepting positions on Rotary, Jockeys Club, Historical Society and many others.

His interest and input in to Rockhampton awarded his work by receiving an O.B.E in 1964, the year he retired as Editor of the paper. He died in 1977, had never married sharing his life with a sister.

From recollection George Westacott always printed positive articles about Mount Morgan and retained a soft spot for the town.

Albert Thomas (Bert) Hinchliffe 1901 to 1993, the protégé of George Westacott was born at Bouldercombe (possible relatives still reside there). His education was at the Rockhampton Technical College. He moved to Toowoomba where he also became a very successful journalist and Editor. Like Westacott he was a community man for his city and for all his hard work was also a recipient of an O.B.E. Think Clean ..Be Tidy and use the Bins.

BSA Cranks

Graeme Meade from Collectables & Memories East Street

This BSA crankset is a “inched pitched” chain wheel, it was used by track riders from the 1920s to 1950s, modern chain rings are closer to half inch. B.S.A. (Birmingham Small Arms) was a major British manufacturer of firearms, and later of bicycles and motorcycles. It reached its peak in the 1920’s. In the early 1900s some men would ride their bike to work and on the weekend race the same bike in club races. There was a style of bike call “path racers”, they had different handlebars, no mudguards, some riders, that could afford it would have put different wheels on for the race. Sometimes they would strap the race wheels to their bike or back, ride to the race start and change the wheels for the race, race, then change the wheels back.

From the 1890s to 1920s track bicycle racing was a very big sport throughout Australia, with thousands of people attending city tracks, with bookies on site, there would have been a lot at stake. In the early 1900s there was one, possibly 2 cycling clubs in Mount Morgan, the club in Mount Morgan may have even predated the club in Rockhampton. For a while in the 50s they used to race around a circuit, starting at the Grand Hotel. The bike shed at the mine site where the workers use to leave their bikes for the day is still there.

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Ambulance Week Sausage Sizzle & LASN Awards Ceremony

Mount Morgan Paramedics and Local Ambulance Committee Members celebrated “Ambulance Week” from the 12th to the 16th September. This year is a celebration of 25 years since the Queensland Ambulance Service and Local Ambulance Committee were formed. People were treated to free tasty sausages and given information on when and why to call an ambulance and L.A.C. involvement and how to become a member. An ambulance vehicle and equipment were also on display.

The morning was a great success and Paramedics and Committee members would like to thank

all who popped over to say hello and chat with them.

On Thursday 15th September Mount Morgan Ambulance Station was host to the “2016 Queensland Ambulance Service Central Queensland LASN Achievement Awards Ceremony”.

Approximately 70 people from around the region gathered to celebrate the achievements of Paramedic’s, Emergency Medical Dispatchers and Local Ambulance Committee Members for their dedication to the Queensland Ambulance Service.

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Local Paramedics Kevin & Wendy Porter each received their Long Service Medal 2nd Clasp for 30 years of service. Local Ambulance Committee Member John Goodwin received a Certificate and badge for his 5 years’ service to the Mount Morgan Committee. A lovely morning was enjoyed by all who attended to share in the accomplishments of their colleagues and peers.

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News for the Fishing Enthusiasts Council casts the lure to develop the Rockhampton Region as a recreational fishing hub!

A fishing industry for the Rockhampton Region is looking very promising after Council today adopted a fishing strategy.

The Rockhampton Recreational Fishing Development Strategy seeks to sustain and improve the recreational fishing experience for locals as well as build a fishing tourism industry through improved infrastructure, marketing, business development, fisheries management, and improvement to the local environment.

Council’s Infrastructure Committee Chair and budding fisherman Councillor Tony Williams said the strategy would lay the foundations in promoting the Region as a recreational fishing hub and adventure tourism destination.

“Council today adopted the strategy which will be of huge benefit to our Region and provide us with some really exciting opportunities not only for the fishing industry, but the general community as well,” Cr Williams said.

“The Fitzroy River is home to two major estuary sports fish in Australia; the iconic Barramundi and the King Threadpin. With our airport, nearby accommodation and city attractions; we are the only Region offering this within such close proximity to sports fishing.”

The fishing strategy was developed in conjunction with the community from November 2015 to July 2016 through two surveys, various stakeholder meetings, and a submission based process for drafting the strategy.

Cr Williams said, “as we turn the projects listed within the strategy from concept into reality, we would follow a structured approach and continue to involve our key stakeholders.”

Major infrastructure initiatives of the strategy include:

-A new North Rockhampton Boat Ramp with a pontoon and car parking

-A new boat ramp with a pontoon and car parking in the Port Alma area

-An increase of the car and boat trailer parking at the Quay Street boat ramp facility

-The creation of land based fishing opportunities such as jetties, pontoons and cleared areas along identified sections of the Fitzroy River, Fitzroy Delta and Mount Morgan

-Replacement of the Rockhampton jetty to allow easier access for those that have non-trailer loaded vessels.

Cr Williams said that as a matter of priority, Council would begin drafting the boat ramp proposal for North Rockhampton with the Department of Transport and Main Roads.

“We will continue to collaborate on all levels of the projects and will work in cooperation with the Gladstone Ports Corporation to develop a boat ramp proposal for the Port Alma area,” he said.

You can view the strategy online at http://www.rockhamptonregion.qld.gov.au/ CommunityEvents/Regional-Voice/CurrentEngagements/Draft-Rockhampton-Recreational-FishingDevelopment-Strategy.

Cr Williams said the fishing strategy adopted at Council last Tuesday would have significant benefits for Mount Morgan residents and visitors to the area with No.7 Dam identified as a fishing hotspot.

“The No.7 Dam is already a magnet for fishing enthusiasts so we’ll be further investigating its great potential, particularly in the area of land-based fishing,” Cr Williams said.

“We’re anticipating bringing the discussion back to the community in our next round of Community Consultation meetings scheduled at this stage for mid-November.”

Acting Mayor and Division 5 Councillor Cherie Rutherford said the strategy had the potential to open up further opportunities for local businesses as well.

“It’s quite an exciting period for Mount Morgan with potential jobs and business opportunities with Carbine Resources and now with the Recreational Fishing Development Strategy,” Cr Rutherford said.

“The flow-on effects for small business could be anywhere from more patronage at the local bait and tackle shop to accommodation and food outlets, as well as visitors loving the area so much they want to stay!

“Every little bit helps our small communities, and there’s no doubt the Recreational Fishing Strategy is a great step in the right direction.”

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Renovations at Saint Mary’s

Arts & Crafts News

The Complete Trio

Kay Mitchell & Nell Shaw

During the past week there’s been a hive of activity at St. Mary’s Senior Citizens Village, when work finally commenced on the grounds beautification project.

Treasurer of the Village Committee John Ramm said, “The 30th April next year marks the 40th anniversary of Saint Mary’s Senior Citizens Village and the committee decided that it was time to beautify the grounds.

The first stage consisted of removal of the old retainer walls which were crumbling and replacing them with a modern rockblock.”

“Once the walls have been replaced then we will commence the second stage which will be to repair and paint the pergola area and beautify the grounds with additional gardens,” John said.

The committee has commenced on the refurbishment of the interior of the units and hopes that all units will be completed

by March next year. The first two units of the village were opened on the 30th April 1977.

The committee plans to hold their 40th Celebrations on Saturday 29th April 2017 during the Golden Mount Festival weekend.

Saturday 17th September the Mount Morgan Arts & Crafts Group Inc. held another of their successful Markets and Car Boot sales at the School of Arts.

The morning started with a sausage sizzle, tea and coffee and biscuits on sale. There was an array of locally produced hand crafts, ceramic items, plants, jewellery, machine embroidered towels, patchwork quilts, preserves, plants, horseshoe garden ornaments and more.

Greta Verkerk was the lucky winner of the $30 Fruit & Vege tray raffle. The group’s last market for this year will be on the 12th November at the School of Arts and their annual Christmas Cent Sale the 5th November at the CWA Hall in East Street, Mount Morgan.

•Arts & Crafts Group Inc. •Where: - Welfare Building – Thompson Avenue •When: - TUESDAY MORNINGS – Patchwork THURSDAY MORNINGS – Crochet & knitting WEDNESDAY MORNINGS – Ceramics Starting 12th October

THE HOLY TRINITY OF COUNTRY MUSIC IS BACK!

By Sean Fox They have sold five million albums worldwide, won three Grammy Awards and have a legion of devoted fans across the globe. They are, of course; Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt and Emmylou Harris – the holy trinity of country music!

This week, music fans were gifted with the release of the Complete Trio Collection. The three disc album features all of the tracks from their two studio albums – Trio, released in 1987 and Trio II, released in 1999. A third disk contains alternative takes on some of their songs from their two albums as well as unreleased material; making it a must have for their fans!

Standout tracks from this collection include the beautiful ‘Feels Like Home’, ‘After the Gold Rush’ and ‘Do I Ever Cross Your Mind?’ penned by Dolly Parton.

The Complete Trio collection is available at JB Hi Fi and Sanity stores.

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Feelgood Promotions & the Grand Hotel Present A Superhero themed fundraiser in aid of The Mount Morgan Hospital.

8th OCTOBER 6pm – GRAND HOTEL Mount Morgan $10 Admission – includes finger food

Prize for the best male & female costume Multi Draw Karaoke Music For Further Information, Phone 0429117749 Raffle tickets available at Grand Hotel, newsXpress, Debbie Rose Boutique, Mount Morgan Post Office, and Mount Morgan Hospital.

Free Community Workshops

Rockhampton Regional Council in partnership with Relationships Australia will host free workshops from August to December to help families help their children to learn, grow and develop to their full potential.

Tuesday 9 August | 10am - 12pm Tuesday 13 September | 10am - 12pm Tuesday 11 October | 10am - 12pm Tuesday 8 November | 10am - 12pm Tuesday 6 December 10am - 12pm @The Green Shed, 36Thompson Avenue Mount Morgan For more information contact 4936 8569 or email CommunityDevelopment@rrc.qld.gov.au

Milestones.

Recently two wonderful people celebrated Milestone Birthdays. One, Doctor Lorna MacDonlad reaching her centenary birthday, and second, Mr Dave Daniels for the amazing age of 102 years. Both these folk had very close association with Mount Morgan.

Doctor Lorna spent many long hours at the mine office researching the history of the Mount Morgan Mine which received publication in some of her historical books on Central Queensland and District. This week she was interviewed on the ABC on the launching of her recent book, her 21st. Doctor Lorna said that is her last effort.

What a life achievement. Congratulations. She still resides in her own home and is now living and enjoying the quiet life.

Mr Dave Daniels at 102 is still going along very well. Dave was the head teacher at the Hamilton Creek School for the longest term of any head teacher, 24 years. He and his wife were prominent people in the town and always willing to assist wherever possible. They were a very happy attractive couple who always had a smile to share.

After retirement Dave, residing at Keppel Sands, played a major part in the progress of that seaside town.

Our best wishes go to these delightful folk for many healthy and happy days in the future.

News from Mount Morgan Police

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MOUNT MORGAN POLICE STATION 30 Hall St, Mount Morgan Qld 4714 TELEPHONE (07) 4938 1222 FACSIMILE (07)4938 1785 Speeding is one of the major killers on Queensland roads.

Almost 1000 people are either killed or injured in speed crashes every year.

Speeding is not just driving faster than the posted speed limit. It is also driving too fast for the prevailing weather, light, traffic and road conditions, without full regard for the vehicle’s condition and driver’s skills and experience.

Around half of all serious speed-related crashes happen at just 10kph or less, above the speed limit. Speeds just over 5 km/ph above the speed limit in urban areas, and 10 km/ph above the speed limit in rural areas, is sufficient to double the risk of a serious crash. This is about the same as the risk associated with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.05% Using a mobile phone increases your risk of a crash – by four times.

Despite the dangers and the fact it is illegal, approximately 76% of Queenslanders use their mobile phone whilst driving in a car.

Research shows that using a mobile phone while driving can be as risky as drink driving. However, unlike drink driving, a distracted driver consciously and soberly decides not to pay attention to the road and places themselves and others in harm’s way. This leads to: • Reaction time slowing down, particularly when you are in deep conversation or looking down at the phone while you are texting.

• Reaction time becoming slower. You may brake with more force and less control, which may cause skidding or result in a shorter stopping distance between yourself and the car in front.

• Not being alert to your surroundings. You don’t check your mirrors often to know what is going on around you.

Wearing a seat belt significantly improves your chances of surviving a crash.

Drivers and passengers are around 8 times more likely to be killed in a road carsh if they are not wearing a seat belt.

Often alcohol use is linked to the lack of restraint use.

The driver of a vehicle is responsible for the proper restraint of all passengers, particularly children. Children aged up to 7 years must use a child restraint suitable for their age.

Police Commisioner Ian Stewart writes: “Unfortunately, we have had a number of deaths on the roads in recent times and I remind you of the key role you can play in ensuring road safety, both as a police officer and as a community member. Individuals can make a difference and it is often the conversations that we have with our loved ones that remind them to pay attention on the road and share the responsibility of keeping our roads safe. I thank you for your continued efforts as police officers and for engaging with our communities, educating road users and enforcing road rules.”

Remember the Fatal Five – Speeding, Seatbelts, Fatigue, Inattention and Drink/Drug Driving!

MOUNT MORGAN POLICE NEWS- Constable David EVANS A recent visit from the Commissioner To Mount Morgan Police Station August 16 Left to right:

S/Con Colin SPENCER, Commissioner Ian STEWART, Assistant Commissioner Alistair DAWSON, Station Client Service Officer Kim CARTER and OIC Sgt Mark DEAN

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Capricornia Business Awards

Cycling is Good Tours Cycling is Good had their first cycling tour last Saturday morning the 17th of September and a great time was experienced by all who attended.

Dawson said, “Our first tour which was only 5 kms long took about an hour to complete and the response from our group showed that we have interesting information to share about Mount Morgan’s history”. “As this was our first tour we thought a shorter one would be beneficial but normally our cycling tour is up to 12 kms and takes about 2 and a half hours to complete”, he said.

Cycling is Good not only offers cycling tours but Dawson mentioned also that some people may not be able to ride a bike and so they are offering ‘Walk-a-Tour’ for those who wish to take a stroll around Mt Morgan’s CBD area. While walking along Dawson will share the secrets, intrigue and betrayal which took place many years ago.

We invite not only tourists but locals as well to join us on an adventure that will give a fresh insight to our wonderful interesting Mount Morgan.

If you would like more info we welcome your call on 49 381 300 or you can have a look at their website cyclingisgood.com.au for pricing.

The Morning Bulletin is excited to once again be holding the Capricornia Business Awards! This year sets the mark for a new launch as we work in conjunction with Rockhampton & Livingstone Councils, Capricorn Enterprise and Capricornia Chamber of Commerce.

As a valued member of our business community we encourage/invite you to nominate your business within the awards under one of our 10 categories (Nominations close Sunday 25th September): • Best New Business – For any new business that has commenced in the past financial year July 2015-June 2016 • Best Community Enterprise – For all non-forprofit charities, community service groups as well as Sporting associations • Best Small Business – For businesses with less than 20 employees • Local Product Excellence – For businesses who utilise local materials/produce in their day to day trading.

• Best International Export – For businesses who export a good or service internationally.

• Most Innovative Business – For businesses who implement innovative products/practices to increase productivity and results for their everyday business.

• Best Staff Development – For businesses who have provide pathways for education, skills development and mentoring • Best Customer Service – For businesses who provide a high level of customer service & practices.

• Best Marketing & Branding – For businesses with a forward marketing plan and consistent branding.

• Best Young Entrepreneur – For a leading business owner/manager under the age of 40.

Each category nomination will be provided to an external panel of judges for adjudicating from a set criteria all of which can be found and outlined on the website www.capricorniabusinessawards2016.com. au.

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If you have any questions regarding the awards please feel free to contact Carla Bailey on 49304213 or carla.bailey@capnews.com.au

Mount Morgan Rodeo Association Inc Presents

Motor Extravaganza

September 24th 2016 10am Start Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles, Old Motors, Stalls, Swap Meet, BBQ Mount Morgan Showgrounds Phone 04903 33608 for further information Justices of the Peace Are you seeking funding for Commissioners for Declarations

a community project or event?

Rockhampton Regional Council is now calling for applications for round two of the 2016/2017 Community Assistance Program.

QUEENSLAND JUSTICES ASSOCIATION ANNUAL STATE CONFERENCE ROCKHAMPTON Saturday 29th OCTOBER 2016 OPEN TO ALL Opened by the CHIEF JUSTICE OF QUEENSLAND, CATHERINE HOLMES, Patron of the QJA. Presenters will take questions during each session.

Followed by a Conference Dinner with pre-dinner entertainment Register at www.qja.com.au or download a form for posting. Free call 1800 061 423 for assistance.

Eligible organisations within the Rockhampton Regional Council area seeking assistance with projects are encouraged to apply.

Information for applicants and application forms are available from Council’s Libraries and Customer Service Centres, online at www. rrc.qld.gov.au or by phoning (07) 4932 9000 or 1300 22 55 77.

Applications are now open and close on Monday 7 November 2016 at 4pm.

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Wildlife Matters

By Trish Mathers - Phone 04005 91504 The bird in the photo is a Noisy Friarbird. It is not uncommon to hear them prior to spotting them, as they squabble and carry on no end around their feeding sites. They eat nectar, fruits and insects, and are very aggressive towards any other birds, such as honeyeaters and lorikeets, who might consider intruding on their food patch. Their call can be likened to a goose-like honking and some parts sound like ‘four-o’clock’. There are two varieties which occur here, very similar to each other except one is just a little smaller.

This bird is easy to identify as it has a bare black head, long slightly downward curved beak with quite a large knob on it. The wings are mid to fawn brown. The neck has silvery white plumes. The underparts are pale fawn to white and the tail is brown with white tips. Their habitat is pretty varied and can be found in most forests and woodland areas and in and around watercourses.

Sadly, this bird died. It was the victim of a cat.

Please remember to keep your cats inside, and if you must let them out make sure they have bells (at least 2) on their collars. Recent statistics show that cats are killing 74 million native animals PER NIGHT! Our beautiful native animals have very little chance of surviving these horrendous attacks. You are responsible for your pet’s actions, no-one else.

Even a well fed cat will still catch and play with native animals.

I had an interesting conversation with a lady the other day. She told me that at 10.45am every morning the butcherbirds line up outside her kitchen window. Are they waiting for food? No way. She puts the country music channel on at 11am, and they all sit and sing along to it! As soon as the show is over they fly off! How amazing!

The Orange Dot Movie Review

By Larry at Fox Video

Sometimes the best course of action is to do nothing...

Or you can toss a coin, take a leap of faith and just put yourself out there...At risk... vulnerable...And to hell with the consequences.

Could be a total disaster. Could crash and burn; or you could crash through and discover...

When reporter Kim Barker’s (Tina Fey) life needs something more, she decides to “shake it all up” by taking an assignment in a war zone.

Talk about the deep end...A complete novice with zero experience in a hostile neighbourhood, let alone a wartorn country, but eager for a new professional challenge, TV reporter Kim Barker decides to serve as a foreign correspondent in Afghanistan, where she is embedded with a Marine unit.

While growing into her assignment in this ancient battle-scarred land she is forced to contend with a fiery US General (Billy-Bob Thorton), she befriends a fellow Aussie reporter (Margot Robbie) and a British photographer (Martin Freeman...the boy is everywhere...so good), and she expertly twists and pivots to try and avoid the amorous clutches of a local Afghan power-broker (Alfred Molina).

There, in the midst of chaos, she finds strength she never knew she had; and her former self is only a shadow of the person she becomes. Sometimes it takes saying “WTF” to find the life you were destined to have.

Directed by Glen Ficarra and John Requa, WHISKEY TANGO FOXTROT was adapted from journalist Kim Barker’s memoir, THE TALIBAN SHUFFLE: STRANGE DAYS IN AFGHANISTAN AND PAKISTAN. This film is smart, it’s funny, it’s honest, it’s fast and intense and it’s informative (you learn about interesting phrases like “Kabul-Cute” and “4-10-4”).

WHISKEY TANGO FOXTROT is rated MA15+ for “strong coarse language and brief injury detail”, it’s 1 hour + 45 minutes long and it’ is highly recommended...Loved

Green Thumb

By Murray Hare One thing I have been asked about a lot lately is the Petunia display at the Dam. So, Let me tell you a little bit about them.

Petunias are one of the most popular perennial garden bedding flowers and are prolific bloomers. However some of the earlier forms required deadheading to keep them going. They prefer a sunny position with moist well-drained soil. Be careful when watering petunias as the flowers on some varieties are easily damaged when sprayed too heavily.

In Mick’s Memory

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Mick Blake’s favourite dessert he used to have when he was younger. He made it often as the kids were growing up and they all loved it just as much as he did. It brought back lots of good memories for him.

Submitted by Karin Blake Rolly Polly

Originally I got the seeds from an internet auction site.

I asked my daughter to find me some “Old Fashion” petunia seeds to plant up the garden down at the Struck Oil crossing. With copious amounts of complaining she finally bought me 4 packets of petunias and gave them to me. They were an older hybrid seed called “Daddy”.

I was a little reluctant at first as I had seen the newer version of “Daddy” Petunias and they really weren’t what I was looking for. Nevertheless, I planted them into seed trays to get them started. The seeds were viable and out of about 500 seeds I think I had a thousand germinate.

Ingredients

When they were big enough, I planted them out in the dirt at the crossing along with some Pansy, Larkspur, Cornflower and Calandula seedlings. The weeks passed and the Pansy seedlings started to come out in flower.

They were bright and vibrant, every colour you could imagine. Pink, red, purple, white, blue, brown, orange and even pure black. The petunia bushes didn’t even look like they were going to flower. Instead I had these shrubs about 30cm high and bushing fast. I left them be.

Rub the butter through the self raising and plain flours. Add eggs, sugar, salt and coconut. Roll out pastry and spread jam on the top of it. Roll it all together to fit into your tray.

Everything else started to flower. All the petunias seemed to do was grow. At that stage my petunia bushes should have been classified as trees. 60cm high bushes with buds starting to form (Finally). I came within days of pulling them out of the ground in sheer frustration. They started to flower for me within a week of thinking that.

One flower, two flowers, five flowers, twenty flowers, millions. They wouldn’t stop flowering or growing. One of the bushes reached just over one meter high. The petunias took over the display and created this wall of colour for months. By this stage the pansy plants were taking up the role of a climber just to get some sunlight.

The family and I decided to go down every afternoon and collect seeds from the plants. There were literally thousands ready every day. Apart from a couple of pansy thefts (yes it had to be the black one) the display was left alone. This gave the display nearly 3 months of uninterrupted flowering before we decided to stop watering.

The plants you see up at the dam and the main street are from the seeds collected last year from the Struck Oil garden.

¾ Cup of Jam (your choice) 1 Cup Self raising flour 1 Cup of Plain flour ½ Cup of Sugar 2 Eggs ½ Cup of Coconut ½ Cup of Butter Pinch of salt

Topping 2 Tablespoons butter 2 Tablespoons Sugar Warm Water Mix this all together until the butter melts and the sugar is dissolved. Pour over the Rolly Polly and then place into the oven preheated to 180 degrees for approximately 45 minutes or until golden brown.

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RAPTOR’S TRIUMPH!!

High School

Sports

Assistant Coach Kev Crawford said “ After hard games against bigger schools on the 07/09 first day, we lost narrowly. “ Last Wednesday saw the Grand Finals for Division C take place at Browne Park. Our Junior Raptors were “We played off for the open ‘B’ Division first to play against TCC at 4:30. A big crowd had Trophy. We had an outstanding win against Maroochydore 26 - 12 & then were gathered, which made the boys nervous and excited. beaten by Rockhampton State High School MMSHS kicked off the first half and on the bounce 12 - 11. Percentages gave us a win in the of the ball Brayden Wilkes –Hayden picked it up and scored under the posts for which was the fastest try ‘B’ Grade”. Well Done Lads! scored all season – 12 secs. This set the tone for our team as we piled on an unanswered 30 points in the Player of the finals was Connor Stewart. first half. The second half started much the same with the Junior Raptors continuing the try scoring spree. As Photo Courtesy of Cassandra Donald the final siren went MMSHS had scored their biggest win of the season with a 66 - 0 thrashing. Man of the Match was Joshua Grange. Congratulations to all the boys for their efforts this season. They remained undefeated all year.

The Intermediate Raptors had to follow what was the best start possible from our Juniors and they did scoring first against a spirited Heights College. This was a true final, with both sides on split points at the end of the season and only having lost one game a piece. It was going to be a close one. HC hit right back with a try in the corner. Both teams displayed signs of brilliance as they went toe to toe in a tug of war contest. HC went over again late in the first half, which meant that the Raptors had to come from behind to win the game. And that’s exactly what they did. It came down to the last 5mins both sides were exhausted but it was our Raptors that persevered and were delivered a Premiership for their hard work 18 -14. Well done to HC who showed great sportsmanship on the night.

Man of the Match was Tyler Toby.

With numerous issues being brought forward to Mr O’Dowd’s offices each week, the member for Flynn has decided to survey residents on their access and usage of communications media.

Questions will include accessibilty of telephone, television, and internet services and Mr O’Dowd hopes the data collected could help government assess which areas in the electorate require further attention and infrastructure.

A season like this cannot be successful without the The survey will be undertaken late in the support of the school community and the wider year and will be conducted electronically. community. I would like to thank all those involved, especially Mr Kev Crawford and Mr Jason Grange for M.A.W Mowing & assisting with coaching and the development of the Handyman Services players. I would also like to thank our sponsors for ABN: 30 706 300 266 their contribution to the Rugby League Development Program for 2016 – The Grand, News Express Mount “Lawns fear me- Women want me” Morgan, IGA Mount Morgan, and The White Elephant.

If you would like to be part of this program for 2017 Mark Williamson then please contact Mr Blair Drabble on 49125555.

0403 571 561

Email: mawmowing@live.com

Visitor’s Contributions: By Rosalie Livingstone

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SARAH (HYMAN) HEISER is my 2nd great grandmother, she was born 28.2.1842 in Richmond, Surrey, England. SOLOMAN HEISER born 1839 in Kempen, Prussia (earlier known as PruBen) married SARAH at the Hambro Synagogue in London 21.12.1859. They had 6 children, SAMUEL MARK b.1861, MORDECAI b.1862, d.1864, MORDECAI EMMANUEL b.1865, ESTHER AUGUSTA b.1867, ABRAHAM CHARLES b.1869 and ZALIC b.1871 (Zalic is my great grandfather).

In1861 their second born son MORDACAI died (they named their third child MORDACAI EMMANUEL), then SOLOMAN DIED 20.10.1874 in London aged 34 years.

SARAH arrived with her 4 children, MORDECAI EMMANUEL, ESTHER, ABRAHAM and ZALIC in Australia from England 23.7.1889, SAMUEL didn’t come as he was 22 years old and married. He later followed with his family and arrived in Australia 23.7.1889.

SARAH was licensee of the QUEENSLAND NATIONAL HOTEL in 1893. THE METROPOLE HOTEL was built for her and she held the license for the hotel from 1897 until 1904 when she sold it to Mr M Enright. According to records from the Police Gazette she was robbed of all her jewellery and I believe that was the reason for the sale of the METROPOLE HOTEL TO Mr M Enright.

SARAH died 4.6.1909 and is buried in the Mount Morgan cemetary (with her son ZALIC who died 10.6.1919 at the ISOLATION HOSTEL, Central Street, Mount Morgan).

My great Grandfather ZALIC HEISER was licensee of the QUEENSLAND NATIONAL HOTEL in 1900 and married CAROLINE LOUISA CARTER on the 15.2.1892 in the Presbyterian Church, Westwood, Queensland, they had 8 children, FLORENCE SARAH 1892, ESTHER AUGUSTA 1894, CHARLES ANTONIE 1897, ROSETTA LOUISA 1899 (my grandmother), PERCIVAL GEORGE 1903, JESTYN CLARENCE 1906, EMMANUEL MORDECAI 1908 and RUTH CAROLINE 1912 all born in Mount Morgan.

ABRAHAM HEISER was licensee of the QUEENSLAND NATIONAL HOTEL in 1904, whilst in the same year according to the Queensland Government Gazette SAMUEL HEISER was the licensee of the COMMERCIAL HOTEL (I couldn’t find any record of this hotel in the book of hotels that I bought from you).

When I visited your town my husband Hilton and I visited the museum in the Main Street reading the book about the gold found there and I found reference to Mr S Heiser finding from memory a 7 ounce nugget of gold in the 1900s (I assume this is SAMUEL). Also on returning home found an article in which ABRAHAM HEISER and his nephew MARK also found solid gold nuggets one was 38 ounces.

Mount Morgan Central State School Prep Enrolments 2017 The Prep orientaon and informaon session date has been set for Wednesday 26th October at 9am. Parents with children born between 1 July 2011 and 30 June 2012 are invited to aend to gather informaon and hear from our fantasc Prep teachers on what to expect for their child in 2017. All 2017 Prep families that organise an enrolment interview with the school and complete the enrolment forms will receive a free school hat and shirt for the start of the 2017 school year. Enrolment packs are now available from the office, drop in aer the holidays or call 49125333.

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SAVE THE DATE! Sep 24: Calliungal Rural Fire Brigade AGM & Public Fire Levy

Meeting. Newman Oval 9:30am.

Sep 24: Mount Morgan Rodeo Association Inc. Motor Extravaganza. 10am Start Mount Morgan Showgrounds.

Oct 1,2,3: Capricornia Historical Motor Club Inc Rally. Phone Greg on 4938 1886 or 0429 911022 Oct 6: GMFA Bingo. St. Mary’s Anglican Church Hall, Gordon St. Doors open 9am. Play starts at 10am Oct 8: Blue Care Trash & Treasure, Gordon Street.

Household goods, clothes and much more.

Oct 8: Superhero themed Fundraiser. Grand Hotel. 6pm Oct 8: Car Boot Sale & Markets. Baree School of Arts. 8am 12Noon. Phone Chris 49382 484 Oct 13: GMFA Bingo. St. Mary’s Anglican Church Hall, Gordon St. Doors open 6:30pm. Play starts 7:30pm Oct 16: Baree School of Arts Old Time & New Vogue Dance.

Music by TwoCan. $10 admission. 1-5 pm.Lucky door, raffles.

Phone 49382484 Oct 20: GMFA Bingo. St. Mary’s Anglican Church Hall, Gordon St. Doors open 9am. Play starts 10am Oct 21: Baree School of Arts CD Night. 6pm.Lovely supper.

Oct 27: GMFA Bingo. St. Mary’s Anglican Church Hall,Gordon St. Doors open 6.30pm. Play starts 6.30pm. Play starts 7.30pm Oct 29: MMPAD Monster Cent Sale. School of Arts Mount Morgan. Sausage Sizzle. Great prizes. 2pm

Have something you need printed or laminated?

Come down and see the friendly people at MMPAD. Contact us on 4938 2312 for prices or further information or drop in and see us.

Next Argus: Out Wednesday, 5th October. If you have something you’d like included in this issue, please note that all inclusions are required by Friday 30th September.

Ph: 4938 2312 Email: mmpad@bigpond.com

CLASSIFIEDS

MOBILE RWC: Mobile road worthy certificates. Phone Bruce on 044 790 3100.

PAINTER: Semi retired. W. Cruickshank Phone 0488104774 or 0488105257. QBCC No-75608.

HANDYMAN: Small Jobs. Phone Greg. 0400 591504.

GUNS & AMMUNITION: Mount Morgan. Eric J. Stevenson.

Dealer Licence 50001499 - PHONE 0417006591 The Calliungal Rural Fire Brigade: will be holding their AGM & Public Fire Levy Meeting Saturday 24th September at their shed Newman Oval 9:30am. All Welcome.

Community Notices It’s on again this year!

MMPAD MONSTER CENT SALE The Annual Cent Sale on the 29th October 2016 at the School of Arts.

Doors open at 12 Noon with a sausage sizzle until 2pm.

Tea, coffee and buscuits, drinks and potato chips will be on sale also.

The Cent Sale commences at 2pm and there are over $2,000 in great prizes to be won. There will be lucky door prizes and raffles as well. This Cent Sale is MMPAD’s only fundraising venture for the Annual Christmas Tree Festival.

MMPAD CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL FRIDAY 9th DECEMBER & SATURDAY 10th DECEMBER SCHOOL OF ARTS - 6pm to 8pm Entertainment by Local Artists, Amusement Rides, BBQ & Refreshments, Market Stalls,Carols and a special visit from SANTA. We look forward to another wonderful display of colourful and innovative Christmas Trees from everyone this year. Get your thinking caps on! For further details phone - 49 382 312 • • • •

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