Volume 11, Issue 13
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July 13 - 27th, 2016
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Hunslett restoration works remain on track - pg 7
Committee news - pg 8 & 9
Local sports - pg 14 & 16
Dave Lodewikus and Kevin Porter were among those to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Queensland Ambulance Service last weekend. See page 4 for details.
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HISTORY & REFLECTIONS
In a past edition we mentioned the talented violinist, Alma Moody who was born in Mount Morgan in 1898. In the June edition of the magazine “Limelight” it states a book named “Bluebeard’s Bride” which was written by Dr Kay Dreyfus, former curator of the Grainger Museum on Alma’s career. Dr Dreyfus addresses a significant gap in Australia’s cultural and musical history and it is an extraordinary story of an underappreciated Australian musician. In the Limelight article, Alma Moody was a child prodigy at 9 years of age then at 15 Max Reger wrote “hers is the biggest violin talent I have ever encountered as she played the most difficult Bach sonatas” for him. Sadly she died in Germany at the early age of 44 with little known recognition of her talent from her home town. The next story is of a famous lady, not born in Mount Morgan but very close to our area. It is the story of Annie Margaret Laurie born December 1867 at Saunders Station near Dingo; both parents were born in Scotland. Annie started her schooling in Springsure and later at the Convent School in Kent Street, Rockhampton. She then journeyed to Sydney to do her nursing training returning to Rockhampton to accept a position at Hillcrest hospital. She married Henry Wheeler in 1897 and had one daughter, Portia, who attended the Rockhampton Grammar school.
In 1913 Annie and daughter, Portia went to England and when war broke out in 1914 Annie and Portia remained in England.
This is when Annie showed her true colours. She set up residence at 41 Westminster Palace Gardens near the Australian Army headquarters. From this spot she could maintain connection with soldiers from the Central Queensland area. At first she used her own capital for letters parcels to C.Q soldiers but then needed assistance and donations were forwarded to her from many organizations, one being the Mount Morgan War Committee. One major fund raising effort was the publication of her book “Just the Link Between”. Included in that book was the music of the “Wheeler Military March” composed by Helena Miller ACCL of Mount Morgan. By 1918 Annie had assisted over 2300 hundred of Central Queensland soldiers and many Mount Morgan names appear in her records. For all her good work, in 1920, she was awarded the Order of the British Empire. O.B.E.. She returned to Emu Park in 1919 and again worked tirelessly in the 2nd World war in CWA, Red Cross activities. In 1947 at 80 years she joined her daughter in Surfers Paradise and died in October 1950. On her remembrance plaque are the words “She lived not unto herself”. A truly remarkable lady. This story came from the book “Remarkable People” published by the Capricorn Coast Historical Society, 2009.
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Coronation Souveniers By Graeme Meade from Collectables and Memories on East Street Velvet Butterfly brooches were made from the British Silk Velvet used for the Coronation Robes of NM King George VI and NM Queen Elizabeth. The one pictured was made by Reville Ltd, the royal Costumer, London - the wing span is about 6.5 cm, it has been worn as a brooch. The Coronation took place on 12th May 1937. Velvet Butterfly brooches were sold at a Coronation Exhibition in 1937 and a Empire Exhibition, held in Glasgow in 1938. The purple ones sold for 5s. they were made from the same pure silk hand loomed velvet as worn by NM King George VI and the ladies of the royal family. The crimson ones sold for 2s 6d- the crimson velvet was worn by the Kings brothers, Dukes and all the peers and peeresses. I am not really sure when the Reville ones came from, the ones made in 1937 and 1938 were organized by a Mr Symonds. Maybe these were made after that to be sold in more places. The 1937 coronation had memorabilia made for it, a sign of things to come. By the end of the century, with the help of Elvis and The Beatles the memorabilia market was worth billions. Sadly the English Royals do not command the same resale value as music groups and movies do today.
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QAS marks 25th anniversary Mount Morgan’s Ambulance Centre celebrated a special milestone earlier this month – marking the 25th anniversary of the Queensland Ambulance Service. The occasion was celebrated with a community open day held at the centre on Saturday, July 2 – 25 years and one day since its establishment. While an ambulance service has been available to the community for over a century, the QAS wasn’t officially formed until the 1st of July, 1991. It replaced what was then known as the Queensland Ambulance Transport Brigade (QATB). The doors opened at 11am with a free sausage sizzle followed by a tour of the facility. Staff also provided demonstrations as well as free blood pressure and glucose level checks to attendees. Acting Officer in Charge Kevin Porter said a sincere thanks goes to those who attended.
“While we would have liked to have a few more people attend the day; we would like to thank all those who attended our open day,” Mr Porter said. The date also marked 25 years since the commencement of the Local Ambulance Committees. Prior to 1991, the QATB was run by boards, having benefit committees under them for fundraising purposes. “We still have Ambulance Benefit Committees who work to raise funds to provide specific equipment to a centre if needed,” Mr Porter said. “Any equipment our local Committee purchases for our facility stays here in Mount Morgan.” Kevin said.
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The next major milestone for our local facility will be held during Ambulance Week which is 12th-18th September 2016. On Thursday the 15th September at 11am the Ambulance Awards for Central Queensland will be held at the Mount Morgan QAS Facility. Mount Morgan Ambulance Centre is seen as the Central point for the West and Ambulance officers from areas including Rockhampton, Gladstone, Biloela, Theodore and Moura will attend the presentation of Long Service and National Medals on the day. More information will be provided in another edition of the Argus.
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James Wesley Hall: beyond the role of first general manager By Catherine McIntosh, Sydney resident & descendant of the colonial Stubbs family of Mount Morgan. Photograph by courtesy of the Mount Morgan Historical Museum. History remembers James Wesley (J.W.) Hall (1839-1901) (pictured) as the first general manager of the Mount Morgan Gold Mining Co. Ltd (‘the old Company’). His two elder brothers, Walter Russell and Thomas Skarratt Hall, were part of the syndicate that formed the old Company in 1886. J.W. Hall resigned from the role in December 1891 due to health reasons and left Mount Morgan shortly afterwards. Yet his life post Mount Morgan is perhaps less well-known in history. Did he have any further contact with Mount Morgan? On J.W. Hall’s departure from Mount Morgan, the residents gave him the following heartfelt address (19 August 1892): ‘Dear Sir,- ... It has been unanimously resolved at a public meeting that expression should be given of the high regard and esteem in which you are generally held ... [Y]our ... zeal and generosity, your encouragement to all kinds of sport, your practical sympathy with all cases of distress ... have endeared you to the hearts of all ...’ After leaving Mount Morgan, J.W. Hall briefly stayed in Melbourne, the hometown of his wife, Dora (née Dempster) (1864-1895). The daughter of a Melbourne bank manager, she was the first mayoress of Mount Morgan in 1890-91. J.W. Hall returned to England in 1893 with his young family after spending about forty years in the colonies.
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Prior to Mount Morgan, he had been a tin miner in the New England district of New South Wales and a mining engineering student and watchmaker in Sydney. (His mother’s family, the Skarratt family, were watchmakers in England). His interest in the Mount Morgan mine and community continued from afar. He remained a director of the old Company. He sent cheques at Christmas to local organisations, including various sporting clubs and the brass band. Many of his gifts were made anonymously. J.W. Hall and his wife donated a trophy to the Mount Morgan British Association Football [Soccer] Union in 1894. Purchased in London for £50, the trophy was shipped to Rockhampton, where it was initially showcased at Stewarts. It was described as ‘three feet in height on a polished black pedestal ... made of silver with gold embossing and ornamentations’ (The Daily Northern Argus, 1894). The Wesley Hall Cup is still in use today as the prestigious prize for soccer competitions in the region. It is displayed at the Frenchville Sports Club, Rockhampton. J.W. Hall’s plan to remain in England changed in 1895 when his wife died from an illness (aged 31). In the following year, he resettled in Toorak, Melbourne with his children. From Melbourne, he regularly visited Mount Morgan (reportedly staying at the Leichhardt Hotel). On one occasion, he was accompanied by his second wife, Daisy (née Dempster) (1869-1918), one of his late wife’s younger sisters. He also continued to financially support the local community.
The couple were married for only two years when he succumbed to pneumonia on 7 January 1901 (aged 61) in Melbourne, six days after Federation. He was survived by his widow and three daughters by his first wife. He remained a director of the old Company until his death. His Will dated 5 December 1898 provides insight into his close relationships at the old Company. He left £2,000 (a sizeable amount) to Captain G.A. Richard (1861-1943), his co-developer of the Hall-Richard chlorination process. He also left £500 to T.G. Cornes (1842-1903), architect and building supervisor of the original mine and public buildings. J.W. Hall was the benefactor of Saint Mary’s Anglican Church, which T.G. Cornes designed and built for him in 1889 or earlier. At the news of J.W. Hall’s death, the Morning Bulletin reported: ‘... he was always a generous friend to Mount Morgan and one who had identified himself with the people ... his memory has been kept green in the hearts of the Mount Morgan people by his generous and thoughtful actions since he left’.
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Restoration works remain on track If you’ve been driving along Railway parade lately you may have noticed a bit of activity in the goods’ shed. The restoration project, which is being overseen by Rail Complex managers Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc is working to see the steam train back on track. Boiler Inspector & Steam Fitter Bernie Watson, Engineer Paul Johnstone, Steam Fitter Alan Hill, along with volunteers Hugh Hartwig, Greg Mathers and Quentin McLachlan have begun preparation work for the boiler to be removed from the frame of the locomotive for inspection and for associated works to be undertaken. MMPAD President John Steinberger said it’s great to see these willing enthusiastic and capable volunteers working towards the restoration of this important piece of rollingstock. “It has been over ten years since the steam train was seen running on the section of closed track around Mount Morgan and each time work is performed brings us a little closer to those great times again,” Mr Steinberger said.
“Once we establish more information on the locomotive, rollingstock and track MMPAD intends to present all at a community forum in the near future.” Below is an update on the restoration workings at present, as told by volunteer Hugh Hartwig: Work has slowly continued to seeing Mount Morgan Mine’s Hunslett Steam Locomotive Number MM3 return to steam. On Wednesday the 6th of July and Thursday the 7th of July MMPAD Volunteers Greg Mathers, Rys McCarthy and Hugh Hartwig continued work on the locomotive in preparation for the boiler to be removed from the frame of the locomotive for inspection and associated works to be undertaken. We are currently working on the preparation works required before a lift can take place.This work is very minor work but can be very time consuming. There are a few bolts inside the smoke box that had been coated in cement or plaster and the work entails slowly chipping away so these can be removed. These bolts hold the boiler to the frame.
From there, it is expected that the boiler can be removed pending availability of other experienced volunteers who travel from Mackay and of course the all-important thing, the almighty dollar. The boiler weighs an estimated 4 tonnes which to put that into a perspective is equivalent to that of around about 4 Holden Commodore Utes. It is estimated a single Franner (Overhead Front Jib Crane) could easily do this load. Quotes are yet to be obtained. I am very privileged to get the opportunity to work on this locomotive as it is very different not only in size, but also in the general operations and mechanical aspect of steam locomotives that I have worked on in the past at other Tourist and Heritage Railways in Queensland, who mostly run ex Queensland Rail Steam Locomotives. I would also like to thank the MMPAD Staff and Volunteers for welcoming us into the team at the Railway Museum, to Paul Johnstone and also the entire Mount Morgan community. The amount of community interest in this project and support we have within the town of Mount Morgan will ensure that the locomotive operates again. Finally, I would also like to welcome our newest volunteer Quentin McLachlan to our merry team. See you down the track.
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COMING FROM THE COMMITTEES Mount Morgan Promotion & Development News
Project news: Hi Argus readers, Be sure to mark September 3rd in your diaries - for our next community and family fun day! We will be hosting a day of entertainment at the Rail Complex from 8.30am until 2pm. We are currently calling for all interested stall holders to be invovled. Cost per site is $5. Please contact Melray for further details on 0411144316. Watch this space for details.
Happy birthday!
We would like to wish one of our very hard working team members, Maggie Johnson a very happy birthday for last week!
Rail Museum news: On the 17th June the Bom Bora Tour Bus from Coolangatta called in to the Railway Museum and Tourist Information Centre. Eleven visitors from Western Australia, New South Wales and Victoria spent a week in Rockhampton and stopped to take a Mine Tour and see the sights in Mount Morgan on their way back to Mackay. The visitors were very impressed with Mount Morgan and the fare on offer at our Kiosk.
Dee River Oldies We would like to thank all the ladies who cooked for our street stall on June 14th. It was a very good morning considering it was the show holiday. The winner of the meat tray was Rhonda Hansson. Our next street stall will be on August 18th On Wednesday June 30th 35 of our members braved the cold weather to attend our monthly Morning Tea and listen to our guest speakers from Alzheimers Australia and Dementia Support. Trish and Amelia gave us a good understanding of the early symptoms and how to cope with family or friends we know. Thanks to Trish and Amelia for coming up in the cold weather. The winner of Breakfast Tray was June Boswell, and the Lucky Spot winners were Noelene Cunynghame, Merle Curtis and Jack Smith. For our next Morning Tea on July 27th, Anita has arranged for a guest speaker from Aged Care to speak about the changes to the Home-Care packages. Our next trip will be on Wednesday, July 13th to Kabra Hotel for morning tea, Neerkol Memorial Garden, out to Westwood for lunch and then home via Dululu. We will be having a stall at the Arts & Crafts markets in the School of Arts on July 16th. The meeting on Tuesday June 21st was cancelled as only three people turned up. Next Meeting July 19th.
News from Mount Morgan Rotary Mt Morgan Rotary Club has been busy with handover dinners at local clubs this month, with members attending dinners with Rockhampton West, Fitzroy and Rockhampton Rotary Clubs to celebrate the changeover of executives for the new year and to enjoy fellowship with other rotary members. President Rosemary said "our handover to the new executive will be at the Grand Hotel on Thursday night, with guests from Rocky and surrounding areas making their way up the mount to join us�. The Father’s Day raffle is currently running and tickets can be purchased at the weekly street stand outside of Newsxpress on Saturday mornings and at our stand at the Mount Morgan Show.
News from Baree School of Arts Things have been relatively busy at the Baree Hall over the last couple of weeks with voting for the Federal Election on 2nd July, Markets on Saturday 9th July and our monthly dance on Sunday the 10th. The Hall proved to be a very popular place with voters on Election Day with over 400 people casting their votes there. The regular use of the Hall by locals will ensure the continuation of this service as many smaller booths are being phased out as cost cutting by various governments continues. At the end of 2015 we trialled the running of markets at the Hall and this has proved to be very popular. On Saturday 9th July, the Hall was packed with exhibitors with Arts and Crafts, Plants, Knick Knacks, Jewellery, home cooking and for the very first time, a range of amazing sauces, jams, pickles and chutney made locally by the Cunynghame family. All stall holders sold well but the Cunynghame’s sold most of the stock they had arrived with. Our new signs will be out each month whenever the markets are scheduled, so keep a look out.
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Tourism going Green Tourism going green for Central Queensland areas? Local residents Dawson and June Green think Cycling is good and have decided to take a new focus on tourism in Mount Morgan by introducing cycling tours to the region. “After being made redundant, I was looking at a way of keeping fit and cycling had been on the list. After watching a programme on TV, the idea hit me.” Dawson said. “Our focus is to build not only a small business but to help with exercise as well and to keep our environment clean. “Cycling is Good” will offer cycling tours around historical points of interest in the town for up to 10 tourists at a time. Hours of operation will be 7 days a week and the business will operate from premises at 115 East Street. For bookings or further information phone 49381662
Around 40 people attended our monthly dance coming from as far away as Yeppoon and the Caves. Music is supplied by Peter Murphy (TwoCan) with both vocals and music. Admission to our monthly dances is $10 per person, with afternoon tea provided, also a lucky door prize and multi-draw raffle. Every Wednesday evening from 5-6 the line dancers enjoy themselves under Mitzi McFarlane’s tutelage. These sessions cost $2 and are open to anyone who may like to participate. It is great fun and good exercise. Every second Wednesday night from 6 -8 Daisy Hempseed passes on her knowledge of old time dancing for anyone who would like to attend. We also hold CD nights where we have a combination of old-time and line dancing. These occasions are greatly enjoyed by the dancers. Admission is $5 with a multidraw raffle and lucky door prize with a light supper being provided. A great deal of work has been carried out on the Hall recently and many of our visitors of the last couple of weeks have remarked on the excellent condition of the place. The Hall Committee and helpers are all volunteers who work for the benefit of the Hall and any funds received from the various activities held are put toward the upkeep and maintenance of the Hall. Anyone with any queries about any of our events can ring Pam on 0438 584 377.
Calling all stall holders ... Mount Morgan Promotion & Development Inc is calling for interested stall holders for their Wattle Day event to be held on Saturday 3rd September. 8.30am – 2pm at the Railway Complex Mount Morgan. $5 per site. Phone Melray on 0411144316 to book.
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By Trish and Greg Mathers
This week a beautiful juvenile King Parrot came into our care. Unfortunatley it has a collar bone injury, but with 3 weeks rest hopefully it will mend well and with a bit more time in an aviary it should come good and be able to be released. This youngster does not know how to fend for itself, and so will have to be fed with a crop needle, which it is not too happy about! King Parrots are predominately east coast birds, however in N.S.W they venture further inland. There are 3 types of King Parrot. One occurs from Victoria north to south-east QLD. Another North to Cardwell and another smaller species from Cardwell to Cooktown. They keep to heavier coastal and mountain forests in breeding season, including eucalypt forests, rainforests, palm forests and dense forests near rivers. They will however wander further after breeding to farmlands, parks and gardens. King parrots have brilliant plumage. Their backs are an intense bright green with a pale turquoise band, The lower back and tail are a deep blue, their tails are black with a greenish or blue hue. The male has a brilliant red head and chest where as the female has a darkish green head and throat with her lower chest bright red. Their main call is a beautiful and bell - like sound. All round a magnificent bird! We are just so lucky in Australia to have magnificent birds. They should never be taken for granted. The little Agile wallaby twins we have in care are doing really well, and have just discovered they have “legs”. They have not quite got the hang of what to do with them yet that hasn’t stopped Tamlin from trying to take a few steps though. Angel thinks it is just a bit too scary to stand up, let alone move them. They now weigh just over 700gms each, and are on 5 hourly feeds around the clock. It is wonderful that caring people take the time and effort to rescue injured and orphaned wildlife and do the right thing by taking them to the vets or a carer.
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Think GAME OF THRONES meet PRIDE AND PREJUDICE and you’ll have some idea. When we first meet Pierre, Natasha and Andrei it is the year 1805 and their youthful ambition, despite their privileged circumstances, it is to find meaning in their lives. Kind –hearted but awkward Pierre, the illegitimate son of Russia’s richest man wants to change the world for the better. The lovely Natasha is searching for true love, while handsome and gallant Andrei, frustrated with the superficiality of society, seeks a higher purpose. WAR AND PEACE is brought to life for a new generation as a mini-series so you can watch it as a marathon in one go, or you can stretch it over a few nights…Make it last and savour it. It is rated MA+15 mostly for the intense battle violence and some “strong themes”, and at 6 hours and 10 minutes there is time to become totally immersed in this wonderful world. Loved it ! Utter the words ‘Leo Tolstoy’ and I can hear the tortured reaction, “Nooo…Too big ! Too heavy! Too slow….”, but trust me, the new production of WAR and PEACE moves along at a brisk pace. It is brilliantly directed by Tom Harper, the production and cinematography values are sumptuous and just beautiful to look at and the acting throughout, by all involved is first rate… You quickly care about these characters. It is a cast of giants…Paul Dano, Jim Broadbent, Gillian Anderson, Stephen Rea, Brian Cox, Australia’s own Greta Scacchi and many more, including a new and rising star in the female lead role ‘Natasha’, Lily James. WAR and PEACE is an epic story of war, love, betrayal, friendship, political intrigue and skulduggery, great wealth and extreme poverty….all told in the fascinating, beautiful world of an opulent imperial Russia which is on the precipice of a truly catastrophic war.
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COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTIONS Wings of the Wind
Local Celebrations
Sunrise and Song
Review by Sean Fox
A poem by Frank Clark
Delta is back and better than ever with her fifth studio album, ‘Wings of the Wild’!
Out and about at the break of day when the sun begins to rise As the animals and birds stir and the stars fade in the sky Then the breeze moves the branches and leaves a sight to behold A surprise to the eyes as sunlight trickles down the leaves like liquid gold.
‘Wings of the Wild’, which is on track to top the Australian ARIA Albums Chart, opens with the mystical ‘Feline’ which is one of the standout tracks from the album. ‘Feline’ consists of a hauntingly beautiful strings orchestration which is somewhat reminiscent of her 2007 single ‘Believe Again’. After the breathtaking track ‘Feline’, comes the equally strong, ‘Wings’. ‘Wings’, the first single from the album is an uplifting anthem about the strength of the human heart. In this catchy charttopper, Delta spreads the message that one must never give up. In ‘Dear Life’, the second single from the album, listeners can expect classic Delta. Her exceptional vocals are on full display throughout this mid-tempo ballad which has unsurprisingly climbed up the Australian ARIA Charts; becoming a top three hit. It is arguably one of Delta’s most memorable ballads along with other gems such as 2003’s ‘Lost without you’. The ‘In this Life’ chart-topper opens up her heart to her fans and remains a true role model by empowering women. Every track has a positive message whether it is about freedom or selfempowerment. The entire album is marvelously produced right down to the finest detail. The strong presence of the strings orchestra makes for an exciting journey from start to finish for every Delta fan and music lover alike. ‘Wings of the Wild’ contains some of Delta’s finest work and her voice has never sounded so strong and full of conviction; tempting fans to get up from their seat and dance… freely.
Happy Birthday!
An early morning sight you forget you’re young or old Glimpses of sunlight bright you can not recount hot or cold Not a look at an imaginary sunrise by an artist But what I see through, a cheap pair of sunglasses. See the sunlight tints reflected on the clouds And the kookaburras crows and magpies call out loud With this view can not have a glum sad point of view This is the way it affects me, what does it do for you? Bees, birds that fly and butterflies and flowers on the ground and treetops high These portray an active peaceful colourful sight against the blue of the sky Rays of light, glimpses bright and a surprise makes this poem not vary long Hope you are on a high when you hear the tiny aussie bush canaries’ song.
Friday 1st July saw a large crowd at the Dee Bowls club to celebrate the 65th Birthday (or the 44th anniversary of her 21st Birthday) of Maggie Johnson. Maggie said "I haven't had a party for 25 years so I thought this was the perfect time to celebrate, and to share the love that I have in my life with all the lovely people that I have met while here in Mt Morgan. I feel so at home here and am very grateful for all the kindness shown to me." The evening started with a game of bowls and carried on to a lovely dinner provided by daughter Sarah (co-owner of the Silver Wattle Caravan Park with husband Mark) with the help of younger sister Kate who flew in from the Hunter Valley for the weekend. One of the highlights was the Pinata filled with toys and lollies that was finally smashed by Bernard Molloy, president of Rockhampton West Rotary Club to the amusement of all the revelers. The crowd included guests from the Silver Wattle Caravan Park who left happily singing the praises of their experience.
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Golf Club News Fundraiser at Golf Club for Golden Mount Festival On Saturday, 18th June, 21 competitors prepared for tee off on a beautiful Saturday morning. The weather was slightly overcast, making for perfect playing conditions, with the course looking exceptional due to recent rain, and some dedicated hard work. Members and guests, young and old, all had a marvellous time playing in teams of 2 for the Ambrose competition, in a bid to raise funds for the Golden Mount Festival Committee. Some fantastic prizes were on offer, with the winners as follows: Overall Winning Team -Doug Wooffindin, Cody and Jesse Brown, Runners Up Tyron and Noel, Third Place – Leon Brown and Scotty Elliot. Longest Drive Ladies AND Shortest Drive - Billy Jo Field, Longest Drive Mens – Scotty Elliot and Pinshots, Tyron and Noel also. A lovely lunch reminiscent of Everything Yummy was served, and at the end of the day, President of the Golf Club, Doug Wooffindin presented the Golden Mount Festival Committee with raised funds totalling $400. A big thankyou to all who attended, and made it such an entertaining day.
Lee Geary Memorial Golf Day Fond memories were shared, and some enjoyable family golf was played on Sunday the 26th June, for the Lee Geary Memorial Trophy (pictured above). This 9 hole Ambrose tournament will be an annual event, dedicated to a well known local much missed. We appreciated the attendance of family on the day, and hope the informal tournament went as you envisioned. Some great golf was played, and we also had some first timers, which performed quite well too! Results were as follows – Jai Browne and Noel French were the winning team receiving a lovely meat tray, runners up Scotty Elliot and Jesse Browne taking home a vege pack, with third place going to Doug Wooffindin and Leon Browne, and all the kids sharing in the rest of the prizes.
Eureka Duo and Peter Camm Workshop and Performance The rain threw good fortune the Golf Club’s way recently, with the weather triggering a last minute change of venue for some extremely talented musicians! Robert Manley (cello) and Emily Sheppard (violin) of Eureka Duo, and Mount Morgan’s own Peter Camm were to play at No7 Dam on Tuesday 5th June, however due to a sudden shower, had to find a dry venue. The workshop saw a number of amazing local musicians join in for some fantastic performances at the clubhouse, where acoustics were really quite good. It was wonderful to hear music ringing out, and much appreciation goes to all who attended, and also the Golf Club volunteers who sprung into action to open up at such short notice. Our next event will be the Rodeo Association Fundraiser Golf Day on Saturday 23rd July. Until then, like us on our Facebook page to keep informed of our Night Golf, Saturday Juniors and Sunday Social games. Any enquiries please 0407675377 or 0409580832.
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SAVE THE DATE! July 14: GMFA Bingo. St. Mary’s Anglican Church Hall, Gordon Street. Doors open 9am. Play commences 10am. July 16: Arts & Crafts Market Day/Car Boot/Garage Sale. School of Arts, Sausage sizzle & light refreshments available. Bookings phone Pam 49381467. July 21: GMFA Bingo. St. Mary’s Anglican Church Hall, Gordon Street. Doors open 6.30pm. Play starts 7.30pm July 23: Rodeo Association Fundraiser Gold Day, 9am tee off 2 ball Ambrose Competition. Raffles & Meat trays. $15 BBQ lunch. Ph 0407675377 to nominate or email mtmorgangolfclub@gmail.com July 28: GMFA Bingo. St. Mary’s Church Hall, Gordon Street. Doors open 9am. Play starts 10am. July 30: Blue Care Trash & Treasure. Gordon Street. Household goods, clothes and much more. Aug 4: GMFA Bingo. St.Mary’s Church Hall, Gordon Street. Doors open 6.30pm. Play starts 7.30pm Aug 11:GMFA Bingo. St. Mary’s Church Hall, Gordon Street. Doors open 9am. Play starts 10am Aug 13: Mount Morgan Show. Aug 18: GMFA Bingo. St. Mary’s Church Hall, Gordon Street. Doors open 6.30pm. Play starts 7.30pm. Aug 20: Cent Sale, St. Mary’s Anglican Church. 2pm. Great Prizes. Tea or coffee & biscuits prior. Aug 25: GMFA Bingo. St. Mary’s Church Hall.Doors open 9am. Play starts 10am. Aug 27: Rodeo Association Cent Sale. Community Hall at 2pm. Sept 3: Mount Morgan Wattle Day, Railway Complex. 8:30am - 2pm. Entertainment, Markets, Sausage Sizzle and much more Sept 10: Blue care Trash & Teasure. Gordon Street. Household goods, Clothes and much more.
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Mount Morgan Arts & Crafts Inc. Meets Welfare House, Thompson Avenue, Mount Morgan 9.30am Tuesdays - Patchwork 10.00am Thursdays - Needle Crafts Calling for expressions of interest in reforming the Ceramic Group. Contact Heather: 49340604 or Carol: 4938159.
Guns & Ammunition: Mount Morgan. Eric J. Stevenson. Dealer Licence 50001499 - Phone 0417006591 FOR SALE: COMMODORE 2008 Omega VE-Black Hard Top Tray Cover V.G.C. - $700. 2 Choc-brown soft suede leather recliners. V.G.O. $250each. No splits in chairs. First to see will buy. Jumbuck 4 Burner BBQ. Lid, weather cover, on stand with wheels. Ring Joan 0429867853.
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Lorikeets News By Wayne Alden The Lorikeets first scheduled game since the last issue, unfortunately, didn’t go ahead as Colts forfeited the match. On the plus side, the five free competition points and losses suffered by the other competition front runners helped push Mount Morgan further into the lead on the points table. The Lorikeets most recent game was against the Boars at their home ground, Jardine Park in Rockhampton. This was Mt Morgan’s first game of the season against the Boars so theywere unsure what to expect. Jerry Barney continued his good recent form when he burst over the line for Mt Morgan’s first try within minutes of the kickoff. Conversion (Todd Toby) successful. Mt Morgan 7 Boars 0. Soon after it seemed as though Mt Morgan had extended its lead when Brad Leggo broke through the Boars back line defence and made it over the line but the referee ruled that the ball was lost over the try line. After this the referee’s whistle began to dominate the game and more often than not the decisions went against the Lorikeets, giving the Boars a mountain of possession. The defensive line of Mt Morgan, however, proved impenetrable. Led by “Quincy” Kirk and Dean Leggo in the forwards and Kyle Dodd in the backs the defence was as good as it has been all season.
Towards the end of the half it seemed again that Brad Leggo had crossed for Mt Morgan’s second try but once again the referee ruled no try, calling play back for a knock on in the preceding play. Half Time score: Mt Morgan 7 Boars 0.
Then with mere minutes remaining, Lorikeets makeshift centre Andrew Trimms made a break down the sideline which eventually lead to a Mt Morgan penalty 10 metres out from the try line, directly in front.
The second half continued much the same as the first and in most cases the defence or referee’s whistle prevented any points being scored. It wasn’t until the later part of the second half that Todd Toby, after missing an earlier attempt, kicked a penalty goal to push the lead outside a converted try. Mt Morgan 10 Boars 0. This buffer, unfortunately, didn’t last long, the Boars soon hit back with a penalty of their own, cutting the lead back to 7 points putting a draw within their grasp. This was starting to look more and more likely as the weight of penalties against Mt Morgan gave the Boars a number of attacking opportunities, including a couple of 5-metre lineouts, however on each occasion, the Lorikeets defence was able to repel the attack.
The Lorikeets were unable to secure a bonus point for the game but the win does keep them on top of the table at least 4 points clear on 36. Todd Toby continues to lead the reserve grade points scorer’s table with 70 points, likewise Robbie Spence leads the try scorers with 8 tries.
Captain Todd Toby saw a tired and distracted Boars defence and took a quick tap, easily breaking a couple of flimsy tackles to score under the posts and put the result beyond doubt. Conversion (Todd Toby) successful: Final Score Mt Morgan 17 Boars 3.
Next week the Lorikeets return to Jardine Park for another game against the Boars, the following week there is a competition bye.
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