Argus 9th May 2018

Volume 13, Issue 9

www.mountmorgan.org.au

9th - 23rd May 2018

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

ANZAC Day Service - Page 11

The Nugget Re-opens - Page 11

Local Mount Identity Morgan Celebrates Rodeo - Page her 94th 4 Birthday - Pg 2

Golden Mount Festival Celebrations

2018 Golden Mount Festival.

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Golden Mount Festival

It’s was that time again! The event full of creativity and fun. The Golden Mount Festival 2018.

The Festival started on Friday night the 4th May, with a talent quest and photography competition. The School of Arts was alive with the sound of talented artists performing for the panel of judges. Comedy, instrumental and vocal items were the highlights of the night with eveyone thoroughly enjoying themselves. There is so much talent in our town of Mount Morgan!

The smiling faces and shouts of glee coming from the Primary School oval were like a beacon to children in the vacinity; who were drawn in by all the colours and noise. Ride after ride, the the youngsters had a blast. It was the event they had been waiting for.

On Saturday morning the 5th May, the fun continued. Markets kicked off at 8:30am with Kaitlyn Lodewikus opening the ceremony with the “Welcome to Country” .

There was plenty on offer from the various market stalls and food vendors.

The belly dancers hypnotised the crowds with their rythmic performances and sparkling costumes while Di Coburn wowed the crowds with her singing.

Golden Mount Festival

The clouds started to darken the skies, however the rain stayed away for the procession.

At 1:30pm the convoy headed up Morgan street. Lead by a police escort, the array of vehicles and people marched their way along the road in front of the adoring public.

The businesses and residents really got behind the theme for this year “We Love Sports” with the floats all decked out with golf greens, rodeo, football, and even cheerleading. The creativity and diversity of entries was amazing.

Mane Street Hair Studio took out the top prize for best float.

Congratulations!

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The Senior Running of the cutter was just as gruelling with the trophy now finally back in Mount Morgan’s hands. 1st place went to The Grand Hotel team and second was taken out by AARRSS. MMPAD proudly sponsored the senior cutter race.

After the fun of the procession died down, it was time for the Running of the Cutter. The junior runners took up their starting positions and prepaired for the race to begin. Once they were told “Go”, the runners sped off to the newly opened Nugget Hotel.

The long stints prooved to be no match for our junior runners with the Mount Morgan Lorikeets taking out 1st place and The Nugget taking out 2nd.

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2018 Rodeo!

At 11am the Rodeo began. Rose was kind enough to give the audience their “Welcome to country” while Wayne played the didgeridoo.

The Councillor Ellen Smith entered the ring and officially opened the Rodeo.

There were plenty of catagories for the competitor, with some brilliant prize money on offer.; Saddle bronc riding, bareback, barrel racing, steer ride, even little ones on poddy calves.

Saturday night’s rain looked like it might have put a bit of a dampener on the Rodeo. Once morning arrived however, it was a completely different story.

The sun was bright and hot that morning and there was no sign of the previous nights rain. The dust had far from settled around the showgrounds and the stock were happy to coat anyone who dared sit too close to the fence in a thick blanket of it.

With some angry looking bulls penned, the riders mounted.

The gates flew open and the animals were free. They tried their best to throw their human accessory off within 8 seconds. Most competitors were victorious and held on for that magic 8 second buzzer, but some unfortunatly ate more dust than what was recommended.

Congratulations to all the competitors and winners. A full list of winners next edition.

Winner of the Hay or $250 raffle was Joan Cavanagh, who chose to take the money.

The Mothers’ Day Raffle was won by J. Matheson from Aramac.

The horse sports commenced at 8am.

The three categories were: bending race, figure 8 and barrel race. The horses seemed to enjoy the events almost as much as their riders did.

Tony Ward was the lucky winner of the Bull S...Bingo.

It was great to see the students of Mount Morgan High volunteering their time at the Rodeo on Sunday.

Well Done.

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Festival Weekend Photos

Over 100 people attended the breakfast at the Dam on Sunday 6th May.

Over 100 stalls were at the Markets on Saturday.

Over 2,000 people attended the Golden Mount Festival.

Over 300 people attended the movie night and fireworks at the dam.

Fireworks by KC Fireworks proudly sponsored by Mount Morgan Show Society.

Lindi Picnic Numbers at the Annual Lindi Picnic were down due to the showers which continually fell during Monday.

Those who did attend enjoyed the entertainment and food on offer.

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Pride in Your Town

Photo from the Morning Bulletin Thursday June 25th 1998

It is on the drawing board again... An article in Saturday’s Morning Bulletin dated 12th April 2018 stated the Rockhampton Regional Council plans to connect Mount Morgan to the city’s water supply scheme via a pipeline, to provide water security in the town.

Water security has always been an issue for the town and the concept of a pipeline from Rockhampton was first suggested over fifty years ago, so it is encouraging to hear that this option is now being considered.

In 1954 the Fletcher’s Creek scheme came into operation but the first drought after its implementation resulted in there being no water at all to households between the hours of 2pm and 4pm - turning on a tap and getting nil water was very frustrating. Severe restrictions became the norm. To supplement the water supply in one drought water was carted by train to the closest siding (we still had a railway line then) and the water was discharged into a temporary pipeline to the Fletcher’s Creek mains for pumping into the reservoir. This ‘plan b’ is no longer an option with the rail line long gone.

It was in 1998 that the then Mayor, Mr Ritchie Bills commenced the project to heighten the dam wall; this extension was officially opened later that year with politician Paul Marek and Mayor Stan Lean performing the honour. Thank goodness for that extra storage capacity. To further storage capacity the northern end has been dredged.

At present, the big dam, while holding a good quantity of water also features as one of the town’s main attractions to tourists, Rockhampton folk and locals alike. Regardless of a pipeline being installed, the picturesque big dam has much to offer and will continue to be a permanent attraction to our town.

When we think of weather patterns it is now vastly different from years past. ANZAC Day dawn service almost always warranted an overcoat. Show Day in August with blustery winds always meant a jacket was needed (followed by a hot cup of soup when you got home). June and July were noted for frosts and ice on the windscreens – venturing out at night entailed wearing warm undergarments. January’s Australia Day was the Country Cricket Carnival in Rockhampton but you could bet it would be a wet day. The summer storms we relied on to fill the big dam seem to have disappeared so let’s hope the pipeline eventuates.

Once reliant on so many sources from wells to recycling grey water, Mount Morgan would once again bloom with a secure water supply.

Hope you enjoyed a Happy May weekend in a clean, tidy town.

Old Friends Reunited On Friday the 4th May 2018, staff at the Mount Morgan Visitor Information Centre received a query from a Rockhampton Visitor.

“I don’t suppose you know anything about a Lady who used to live here named Bette Broom, do you?”

To Elsie Balchin, nee Barrowman’s, surprise and delight, Rhonda replied in the affirmitave and offered to telephone Bette to see if she was available to meet Elsie.

In no time at all Bette arrived to catch up with the friend she hadn’t seen for eleven years, and catch up they did!

“Thank you so much for your kindness. I certainly didn’t expect this.” Elsie said to the staff at the Centre.

L-R: Bette Broom & Elsie Balchin

Mount Morgan Pioneers in Pictures

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by Catherine McIntosh descendant of the colonial Stubbs family of Mount Morgan

Little Miss Lundager c. 1892 / Mount Morgan / Rockhampton-born Hulda Helene Lundager (1888-1970), with small case and parasol / Daughter of one of the region’s best-known colonial photographers, Jens Hansen Lundager* (1853-1930), and Mathilde Helene Lundager (née Biltoft) (1860-1934), both from Denmark / Subject of her father’s well-known portrait of the little Mount Morgan girl with her cat and doll from about 1894+ / Future piano teacher and nurse. *J. H. Lundager’s photographs provide a significant historical record of Mount Morgan and its people in the 1880s and 1890s. + This iconic portrait will be published in the next issue of the Argus.

Photograph by J. H. Lundager.

Photograph from the State Library of Queensland.

The State Library of Queensland holds a collection of J. H. Lundager images at http://www.slq.qld.gov.au.

Dee Home Grown Festival: Upcoming community event for Mount Morgan and Surrounds.

Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc. (MMPAD) is hosting an upcoming local event on Sunday 24th June 2018, to showcase the local talents and produce within our region.

Dee Home Grown Festival is to provide the Mount Morgan and surrounding rural communities (Bouldercombe, Gracemere, Kabra, Westwood, Wowan and Dululu) an opportunity to showcase their local produce and talent at this organised free event.

This event will not only showcase product and performances of the local talents, cottage industry, local businesses and organisations but also offer attendees the opportunity to discover this untapped array of talent and products in the region.

The aim of this event is to promote the regional talents and merchandise in such fields as, but not limited to: Arts and Craft, Handicraft, Garden and Produce, Baking/Cake Decorating, Performance Arts and the Visual Arts.

This is an event not to be missed! Let’s see the upgraded streetscape in the Mount Morgan CBD come alive with entertainment and demonstrations throughout the day, activities, pop up stalls and markets. There will be Local business “Rocky Instincts” with their show stopping demonstrations and nationally recognised musicians “Innocent Eve” emceeing the stage acts, performing and talking to aspiring artists on the day.

“We aim to see a community desire for these sorts of events to become more regular in Mount Morgan, which will further develop our local businesses, organisations and artists. We envisage by showcasing local product and talent, this can only improve business growth for economic improvement and business development within the region” said John Steinberger, President of MMPAD. If you are looking at displaying your products or have a hidden talent you want to unearth, please send MMPAD your details to be part of the upcoming event. Email: mmpad.events@gmail.com or call Rhonda at Mount Morgan Visitor Information Centre on: 49382312.

Keep an eye out in the next Argus Edition and MMPAD’s Facebook page for extra news on this event.

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Registrations now open for 2018 Emergency Services Day The popular Emergency Services Day is on again this July, and event coordinators are inviting external organisations to register a display for this year’s event.

Attracting thousands of people each year, the open day hosts a range of demonstrations and activities and works to equip residents with knowledge of how to be prepared for any emergency or disaster.

Chair of the Local Disaster Management Group, Councillor Tony Williams said this year’s event is set to be another success, and encourages as many organisations as possible to take part.

“The Emergency Services Day showcases the great work that our Emergency Services and disaster management partners do, with hands-on and interactive displays for all ages,” Cr Williams said.

“It’s a fantastic event and isn’t just a great day out for the family, but also presents vital information on what actions to take before, during and after an emergency event and why it’s important for everyone to take ownership of their own safety.

“Event coordinators are encouraging organisations in the Region that have a connection to emergency services or have a service or product that assists the community to be more resilient to be a part of the day.

“It’s free to exhibit and is a great way to promote your service and your presence in the community to more than 7,000 people on the day,” Cr Williams said.

This year’s event will be held at the Rockhampton Heritage Village from 9am until 2pm on Sunday 29 July.

Please register for the Emergency Services day if your organisation provides:

* A service or product that assists our community to be more resilient or safer * Is part of the prevention, preparation, response or recovery phases of disaster/emergency management * Provides preventative information/services to reduce the effects of disease or conditions * Has a connection to emergency services and/or to vulnerable or diverse groups in the community

For an event exhibitor’s pack or for further details, contact Queensland Fire and Emergency Services Regional Office on 4938 4889 or email Julianne.Webster-Scott@qfes.qld.gov.au

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Make It, Grow It, Bake It, Sew It Fair!!!

Wowan Show Society 10am 2nd June 2018 Railway Avenue WOWAN Fashion parade by G & E Boutique, quilting machine demonstrations, cent sale, multi-draw raffle and more!

To book a stall or make enquiries, contact Donna Reynolds (A/H ph 497 1186) or Janelle Boto (ph 4937 1387)

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DO YOU HAVE A TALENT? MMPAD is hosting a local event “Dee Home Grown Festival” on Sunday 24th June 2018, show casing the wide range of home grown produce and talents of our region. We are calling for all artists and artisans, home grown producers, cottage industry, local businesses/groups and organisations of the Mount Morgan and surrounding areas (Bouldercombe, Gracemere, Kabra, Westwood, Wowan and Dululu) to put forward an expression of interest to be part of this upcoming event.

Don’t leave it too late; we want to hear from you! To list your nominations or further information please email MMPAD events at: mmpad.events@gmail.com or Ph. Rhonda at the Mount Morgan Visitor Information Centre: 49382312

Gentlefolk Bike Riders Pedal intoBy Graeme Town Meade On a warm but overcast Saturday afternoon the kindly folk from Gentlefolk Single-speed, Fixie and Old Bike Society met up in Mount Morgan to explore some more of the town.

Thirty riders turned up with riders ranging in age from 4 to 72, just going to show that almost any one can ride a bike.

We left from the gas light in East Street down River Street, across the causeway and rode down Byrnes Parade, a really nice ride along side the Dee River.

We stopped at the site of the Mount Morgan gas works, there is a curved red brick retaining wall on the road but at the back there is one remaining chimney. The Mount Morgan Gas and Lighting Company operated from 1901 to 1961, when it started it supplied the hospital and 16 gas lamps, like the one in East Street.

There was a large 15 m wide tank for the gas on the lower part, at the back there were the furnaces that turned the coal into coke by extracting the gas.

Leaving the gas works behind we headed up the hill to the railway yards. The first thing we come cross was old mens quarters. However it was the out house that got the most interest. Some of the younger riders had never seen one before. I was surprised by the attention it received.

No one could guess what the Tamper Machine was, so I explained. Every one enjoyed looking at the old buildings and machinery, the old Hunslet Steam Engine made for some good photo opportunitys.

Saint Mary’s Anglican Church Hall was the next stop for a scrumptious afternoon tea, followed by a tour of the Heritage listed Church. The ride continued on to the Cemetary which everyone found most interesting.

The Gentlefolk Single-speed Fixie and Old Bike Society donated $200 to Saint Mary’s Anglican Church, which Parish secretary Rhonda Ramm said was very much appreciated.

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The Orange Dot

Book Review

By Graeme Meade

Movie Review

By Larry at Fox Video

A very handsome, tall and lean young officer in his mid-twenties during the Boer War (lasting two and a half years) at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, Winston Churchill had already seen considerable action in Cuba, India, and the Sudan after the assassination of the Last week I was unpacking a box and putting revered Governor General in Khartoum, Major General Gordon. the contents onto shelves. The box had Already a published author, he went into politics at the age of 26 in mostly railway books in it. I found this 33 page 1900, later switching parties and holding several different ministries in booklet inside another book. It’s called ‘Tours Government until rising to position of the First Lord of the Admiralty in Central Districts’ author ‘Queensland Railways’ published by A.J. Cumming, Govt. during the First World War. Printer, Brisbane. It is not dated, but some As such Winston Churchill was responsible for the strategy and logistics text refers to 1911. Inside the front cover is a of the Gallipoli Campaign which, as we all know was a complete ‘Map showing the Railway System of Central disaster. He always claimed that The Navy let him down by taking the Queensland’. It shows Railways open for British, New Zealand and Aussie troops to the wrong beaches, but as traffic; Railways under construction; Railways First Lord of the Admiralty he accepted full responsibility, quit politics approved of by Parliament from St. Lawrence and banished himself to the Western Front to serve with the Royal to Caboolture.

Scots Fusiliers.

Next there is a timetable for Westwood After WWI he re-entered politics and later put the Royal Family’s Trains, Mount Morgan, Emu Park, Lakes collective noses completely out of joint by supporting King Edward the Creek, Mount Chalmers and Yeppoon and Eighth’s wish to abdicate the throne in 1936, so that he could marry Blackall Branch. The purpose of the book is to portray some of the places of interest in the American socialite and double divorcee Wallis Simpson. the above areas. Five pages are devoted So by this time Winston had made many enemies on both sides of to Mount Morgan including 6 photos. The politics, and Queen Elizabeth’s Dad, George the Sixth was none too Mount Morgan article starts by telling the story of the discovery in 1882 through to happy with him either. the early years, it lists costs so far incurred, Hitler’s Blitzkrieg has begun. His invincible war machine has stormed eg wages, salaries and contracts, 3,986,633 across Europe taking Czechoslovakia and Poland in a matter of days, pounds. and before anyone could respond or lift a finger he had closed his iron fist around Holland as well. He sweeps through France and is quickly “The company has constructed 6 miles of 3ft. 6 in. gauge steam traction railways, and closing in on The United Kingdom.

12 miles of 2 feet 2 in. gauge underground Winston is elected the new Prime Minister at this very time, May 1940, and surface tramways worked by electric with the axe hovering over the head of Great Britain. With his own motors. It is estimated that the mine employs party questioning his every move and King George VI sceptical of his upwards of 2,800 hands whilst the population new political leader, it’s up to Churchill to lead his nation and protect of the town is upwards of 12,690 all of whom are dependent upon this one mine for them from the most dangerous threat the world has ever seen. subsistence.”

Gary Oldman is truly a wonder to behold as Winston, thoroughly deserving of his Best Actor Oscar for this role, and our own Aussie There are also lists of the gold and copper Ben Mendelsohn was once again superb as King George. Also starring mined. The general manager at this time was Kristen Scott Thomas and Lily James, THE DARKEST HOUR was Captain G.A. Richard. brilliantly directed by maestro Joe Wright, runs for two hours and is This booklet is a good find. I do not think rated PG for ‘mild themes and coarse language’. there would be many of them around, maybe ‘Cometh the hour, cometh the man...” For THE DARKEST HOUR we in the Queensland Railways archives. It is a true collectable. had Winston... Loved it!

My ANZAC Day Experience 2018

By Jim Lynch

Pictured above L-R: Jim Lynch & Ian Traynor place wreaths on the Mount Morgan Cenotaph at Anzac Park.

I went to the dawn service as I’ve done for the last 50 years; I’ve only missed a couple. It was a nice crowd as usual.

I was at the School of Arts to assemble for the parade at 10:45am. Eric Stevensen gave me a ride around in the parade in his ex-army 4x4 radio ute. Thanks Eric.

After the service I was walking slowly back to my car when a young lady and her son approached me. The young lady held out her hand to shake hands. I took her hand and she said to me “Thank you for your service.”

The young lad then stepped forward and did the same thing. “Thank you for your service.” I was stunned.

Every ANZAC Day is an emotional day for veterans. This ANZAC day, was even more so for me, because of the young lady and her son. To those young people, complete strangers, if you read this you will know who you are.

Local Hotel Re-opens Its Doors Once Again.

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Pictured above L-R: Sandra & Wayne Sigvart and Raelea & Darren.

It is good to see the Golden Nugget Hotel now operating once more. The Golden Nugget Hotel has been part of the town’s history and it was sad to see it closed.

The hotel was built in the late 1890’s and was called the Central Hotel till the owner-licensee Sam Sciacca changed the name in 1965 to the Golden Nugget. The present owners are Raelea Eaton and her partner, Darren Cash.

Raelea is the youngest daughter of the late Mrs Pam Hoffman. Pam is fondly remembered for her excellent cooking and her many, many years as a volunteer at the local Museum. We wish Raelea and Darren every success in their new venture.

We trust Sandra and Wayne Sigvart, the previous owners, are enjoying their retirement.

Thank you very much for your wonderful consideration.

You made this ANZAC Day a special day for me to remember. You made my day.

Councelling by Chance

Do you want to learn how to support people better?

Counselling by Chance Everyone needs help sometimes.

Wednesday 16 May 2018 5pm - 9pm Do Church you want learn how to support Uniting Hall, Cnrto East & Gordon Streets, Mount Morgan Free Training people better?

Maybe everyone comes to you with their problems. Perhaps you RSVP by COB Wednesday 9th May 2018 want to be a better support to someone who needs help. You Contact sandra.stock@uccommunity.org.au or 4920 could be at home, at work or out in the community when 1700 you encounter someone who needs support. It can happen when you least expect it.

Quick Pest Control

Mount Morgan ANZAC Day Services were well supported again this year, with approximately 100 attending the Dawn Service and slightly less attending the Morning Service. Rockhampton Regional Council was represented with Mayor Margaret Strelow attending the Dawn Service and Deputy Mayor Cherie Rutherford the Morning Service.

Everyone needs help sometimes and it’s important you know what to do when you’re the person called on to help someone.

Domestic & Commercial 5pm-9pm Date: Wednesday, 16 May 2018 Location:Phone Uniting Church Hall - 0401 573080 Cnr East & Gordon Streets or 49 381 164 Cost:

Time:

FREE training provided by The Community Development Recovery Tropical Cyclone Program

RSVP: COB Wednesday, 9 May 2018 PNT No - 1003 444 913 Contact: sandra.stock@uccommunity.org.au / 07 4920 1700 Light lunch/dinner provided – please advise any special dietary requirements

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Colin and Michelle Dean Fitzroy Funerals 187 Musgrave Street Rockhampton 24 Hour Contact 49225422

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Drive Through Bottle Shop Meals Fri $12 Roasts-6pm-8pm Meals Sat - 6pm-8pm

Raffles Friday Night

Saturday & Sunday Afternoon 2.30pm Third Sunday each month 3pm RAOB Raffles 90 James Street Mount Morgan Phone: 49 381 082

Deslea’s Cutz for Mutz Mobile Dog Clipping

Phone Des: 0447 275 402

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Sandi is Mount Morgan’s funeral consultant and is available for all funeral advice.

Contact Sandi for more information and competitive prices with burials, cremations or prepaid funerals.

Sandi Wood your local consultant Phone: 4922 1269 fmckfunerals@live.com.au

Buy Local - Support Local Business!

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Mount Morgan Concreting Service

All aspects concreting Restoration old slabs a speciality Exposed- Colour- Stencil Jobs under $3000 value

Clinic 1st Tuesday of the Month

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Mother’s Day Cent Sale Saturday 12th May 2018 2pm

Saint Mary’s Anglican Church Hall Gordon Street, Mount Morgan Great prizes, lucky door, raffles, multi draw.

Afternoon tea prior to Cent Sale.

For further details phone 4938 1036 Saint Mary’s Anglican Church Parish

Mount Morgan Promotion & Development Inc.

Progressive Dinner a Winner

Progressive Dinners were very popular in the seventies and MMPAD executives were pleased to bring this almost forgotten event back into the limelight once again.

On Saturday the 28th April, forty-one people participated in the progressive dinner, which George & Barbara Friesacher began at the Leichhardt Hotel at 5.30pm with pre dinner drinks and a finger food entree.

A lucky door was drawn at each venue and Janice Mugridge was the winner of the first lucky door prize.

Next stop was for mains at the Grand Hotel where we enjoyed a roast meal and a few drinks. Congratulations to Kev Crawford who won the second lucky draw prize for the night.

The final stop was the Railway Hotel where tea, coffee and an assortment of delicious cheese cakes were on offer.

The final lucky door winner was Deslea Crough.

Merv & Patricia Patterson

Good food, friends and a few drinks made for an enjoyable evening. It was also a chance to meet new friends and catch up with old friends not seen in a while.

“When are we having the next one?” was the evening’s resounding comment. So watch this space for details of our next Progressive Dinner.

MMPAD would like to thank everyone who joined us on the night; the hotel licencees, staff, and John Steinberger, for the excellent service collecting and delivering everyone safely home.

Daryl & Coleen Constable

Heike Steinberger & Christine Secretan

DEE BOWLS CLUB NEWS

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By Kevin Fox

The ‘DEE’ weekly raffles are now drawn Friday Nights at the Golden Nugget Hotel around 7pm.

Members of the club would like to thank Darren and Raelea for their sponsorship and warmly welcome them to the Mount Morgan Community.

Our proposed fund raiser for the Bouldercombe Singers on the 13th May has been cancelled.

Instead the ‘DEE’ weekly raffle for the week after Mother’s Day will be donated to the Bouldercombe Singers in recognition of their ongiong efforts in support of the elderly in many nursing homes in Rockhampton and Mount Morgan.

Saturday the 19th May at 11am we will be hosting Multicap Avegate’s Social Group. Hamburgers will be available for $6 each after a short game of bowls, coached by two well known Dee bowlers who each have Downs Syndrome. Come and join us for a ‘sociable’ day out. Bookings are essential for lunch, so phone Robyn on 0487180073.

The club is open Fridays from 4pm, and Sundays from 3pm to enjoy a social game of bowls or darts.

If there are any businesses within Mount Morgan that may like to contribute by way of financial sponsorship within the prize vouchers for this week alone, please contact Secretary Kevin Fox on 0423410917.

The Club is also available for bookings - Please contact Vice President Robyn George Friday or Sunday afternoons at the Dee 50726 Burnett Highway.

Don’t forget full voting Ordinary Membership is an affordable $10.....See you at the DEE!

Dee Bowls Weekly Raffle Results: 1st April - N. Temple, K. Fox,M. Sealy, D. Hunt, S. Crane, C. Hilton.

8th April - J. Crane, J. Crane, N. Temple, J. Cotter, H. Sealy.

15th April - N. Holder, Russell, C. OLeary, M. Hoehne, R. Hayden.

22nd April - J. Lee, G. Barratt, J. Tuxworth.

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CLASSIFIEDS

SAVE THE DATE!

May 12: Baree School of Arts Markets. 8:00am -12 noon.

May 13: Billy Lawton Dance, Community Services Hall.

1:00pm - 5:00pm. Adults $6, Children $2. Bar, raffles, light refreshments.

May 16: Free Councelling Workshop. Uniting Church Hall.

Mount Morgan. 5pm-9am. RSVP 14th May - 49201700.

May 17: GMFA Bingo. St. Mary’s Anglican Church Hall, Gordon St. Doors open 9am, play starts 10am.

May 19: Blue Care Trash & Treasure. 9am Start. Gordon St. May 19: Multicap social bowls at The Dee. 11:00am. RSVP to Robyn George on 0487180073. All invited.

May 24: GMFA Bingo. St. Mary’s Anglican Church Hall, Gordon St. Doors open 6.30pm, play starts 7.30pm.

May 26: QCWA Grocery Cent Sale & Raffles. 2pm QCWA Hall East Street, Mount Morgan Ph: 49 38 1117 for details.

May 31: GMFA Bingo. St. Mary’s Anglican Church Hall, Gordon St. Doors open 9am, play starts 10am.

June 1: GMFA Disco. St. Mary’s Anglican Church Hall. 5-12 years. $5 entry. 6:00pm to 9:30pm.

June 2: Wowan Show Society’s Make it, grow it, bake it, sew it Fair. 10:00am Railway Avenue, Wowan.

June 7: GMFA Bingo. St. Mary’s Anglican Church Hall, Gordon St. Doors open 6.30pm, play starts 7.30pm.

June 9: Baree School of Arts Markets. 8:00am -12 noon.

June 14: GMFA Bingo. St. Mary’s Anglican Church Hall, Gordon St. Doors open 9am, play starts 10am.

June 16: Blue Care Trash & Treasure. 9am Start. Gordon St. June 16: Masonic Lodge Cent Sale. 2pm Start. Masonic Lodge Gordon Street Mount Morgan. Ph: 0428 469 341.

June 21: GMFA Bingo. St. Mary’s Anglican Church Hall, Gordon St. Doors open 9am, play starts 10am.

June 24: Dee Home Grown Festival. Mount Morgan.

June 28:GMFA Bingo. St. Mary’s Anglican Church Hall, Gordon St. Doors open 9am, play starts 10am.

June 30: QCWA Grocery Cent Sale & Multi Draw & Raffles.

2pm QCWA Hall East Street, Mount Morgan.

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Text or leave a message - 0406418737 BIG GARAGE SALE 81 Dee Street 12th and 13th May 2018 9:00am - 3:00pm Something for everyone - Ph 04 288 915 67 FOR SALE Country Music Video – Slim Dusty Live $40, Slim Dusty Live in the 90’s DVD $20, Slim Dusty Across Australia Video $20, Johnny Cash Greatest Hits DVD $20, Highway Live DVD $20, Hank Williams, The Man & His Music DVD $20, Johnny Cash the Anthology $20.

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