SURPLUS AND 6.21% RATE INCREASE IN COUNCIL BUDGET
Rockhampton Regional Council has adopted its first balanced budget in five years with a projected surplus position of $43,000 in 2024-25.
The focus of the 2024-25 Budget will continue to be Council’s program of critical infrastructure renewal with investments in the region’s water network, water and sewage treatment plants as well as investments in important community services and support.
The Budget also continues to balance the challenges of inflation and cost escalations to Council projects, products, and services with the need to limit the impact on ratepayers as much as possible.
In recognition of that, Council will continue to provide a range of discounts and concessions including the prompt payment discount, pensioner discount and concessions for charitable organisations and sporting groups.
Rockhampton Regional Council Mayor, Tony Williams, acknowledged that this year’s Budget had been a difficult process as Councillors sought to meet the costs of the “must dos” while limiting the impact on local residents and businesses.
“We are continuing to see significant cost escalations across all of Council’s services, activities and projects,” Mayor Williams said.
“There have been considerable increases in costs of construction materials, such as concrete, bitumen products, steel and gravel and aggregate materials, which Council has had to absorb to deliver consistent levels of service.
“The reality is that the Rockhampton region has a significant infrastructure renewal program ahead which needs to be delivered. Infrastructure renewal across services like our water, roads and sewage systems which are critical to how our region functions and the liveability of our residents.
“We are conscious however that beside that we need to continue to support the community with the programs and services people rely on. Programs like the Community Assistance Program which saw grants awarded to over 50 local community groups or sporting organisations in 2023-24.
“I think it is also important to acknowledge that we will continue to provide a range of discounts and concessions, including the Pensioner Discount and concessions for charities and sporting groups, to help those in the community who are most exposed to cost pressures and inflation.
“Finally, where we have had scope to invest in new
initiatives, we have focused on those areas which mean tangible improvements in liveability or growth.
Investments made in our public spaces, community facilities and economic development to support future growth and a large, more robust economy.
“This is important for our future and a recognition that while we are all feeling the impact of inflation and cost pressures, we can still do things that make a material improvement to people and the community. That is what we have tried to achieve in this Budget.
“I want to thank all Councillors and staff for their efforts and acknowledge the hard work ahead of us as we focus in on delivering over the coming 12 months.”
Rockhampton Council’s 2024-25 Budget breakdown:
Overall Operating Position $43,000 surplus
Overall average increase for the typical ratepayer 6.21 per cent
Capital investment program
$194.3 million expenditure including:
• $109.7 million in water and sewage asset upgrades and renewal
• $39.4 million in road upgrades and renewals
• $10.6 million in community asset and facilities upgrades and renewals
• $13.4 million in parks and open space improvements and maintenance
Other key budget measures
• Continuation of the Community Assistance Program
• Ongoing support for community development and capacity building
• Ongoing support for economic development and growth initiatives
Further information about Council’s 2024-25 Budget including budget initiatives, rating, fees and charges can be found at www.rrc.qld.gov.au.
After reading Council’s Corporate and Operating Plans and Fees and Charges, the Mount Morgan Argus has forward some questions to the Council. These will be published once a response has been received.
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HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS CARNIVAL
Records were broken and Gordon House claimed victory at the Mount Morgan State High School Athletics Carnival held on the final day before school holidays started.
Students supported their house colours wearing face paint, ribbons, tulle skirts, wigs and even donning a shark costume.
Age champions for the boys were: Trey Sinclair (12 years), Braxton Somerfield (13 years), Seth James (14 years), Kellen Duncan (15 years), Travis Ireland (16 years) and Noah Kielly (18-19 years).
Age champions for the girls were: Ambah Wright (12 years), Oilivia Grange and Ava Marshall (13 years), Kiera-Lee Warriner (14 years), Monifa Steger (15 years), Ava Leisha (16 years), La’Zariah Leisha and Kasia Davis (18/19 years).
La’Zariah broke school records in the 17 Years Female Discus at 19.25 m, 17 Years Female 100 m at 14.39 seconds and 17 Years Female 200 m at 32.49 seconds.
Gordon House topped the competition table with 1218 points, Kendall was second with 1170 and Paterson was third with 1014 points.
Showing house support are Mysty, Kailee and Ruby
15 year girls Age Champion, Monifa tries out her shotput skills.
Serenity and Codie used the sports day as a fundraiser for the Senior Formal.
Niiah shows her support for Paterson House.
Ryker practices his discus throwing.
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Hollywood Glamour Dance
Well don’t our patrons scrub up all right!! Attendees got out their glad rags, donning lots of sparkles and glam, for this Hollywood Glamour Dance spectacular! The Hall looked particularly dazzling with some seriously dapper decorations, and we were privy to a special treat with the Sabaya Bellydancers giving us a wonderful show.
Many thanks as always to the amazing Capricornia Dance Exchange and the ever exuberant Line Dancers.
Next Dances - 27 July – Hillbilly Hoedown, 28 September – Happy Days: Mods and Rockers, 26 October – Mexican Fiesta: Day of the Dead, 30 November – Tropical Hawaiian Luau.
Mount Morgan Arts Precinct
We are currently getting quotes for painting of St Enochs and the Upper Dee Hall, so put out some colour ideas on our Facebook page. To have your say, check out the post at www.facebook.com/ MountMorganArtsPrecinct.
Thank you to Kathleen Francois for paintings donated, and Dee from the Twisted Weaver for a beautiful handwoven pamper hamper for raffle prizes.
All contributions are immensely appreciated. Donate online at www.mycause.com.au/p/343976/mountmorgan-arts-precinct or if you are interested in sponsorship or donation of prizes for our raffles, please email us at mountmorganartsprecinct@gmail. com or call 0411 865 621.
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MINERS’ MEMORY PUT TO MUSIC
In 2023 Dr Suzie-May Camm (pictured) received a Regional Arts Development Fund Grant (RADF) to write a tribute to the Mount Morgan Miners’ who tragically died in mine accidents.
RADF is a partnership between the Queensland Government and Rockhampton Regional Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland
The instrumental piece was written for two violins, a viola and a cello.
The project was completed in February and Suzie is now looking for funding to be able to perform the finished project in Mount Morgan later this year.
The performance is still planned for November although this may depend on a the success of the grant to employ players etc.
There will be two performances. The first will be midafternoon at the Soldiers’ Hall. This performance will allow guests to read through research journals that were created and assisted the music writing process.
“At both the first and second performance I am hoping to have some of the Rockhampton Brass Band perform before the composition. They will perform the ‘Dead March’ from Saul by Handel. This was performed at the Memorial Day on 7 November 1909,” Suzie said.
The project was not without its difficulties.
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“One of the difficulties I have had was encouraging residents’ involvement.
“Many people these days are reluctant to speak openly about relatives that worked at the Mine many years ago due to privacy and perhaps social media exploitation,” she said.
Suzie said the musicians had not been chosen yet, but hoped to have them chosen by September.
“I think the public will enjoy the performance and perhaps be able to revisit their thoughts on the purpose of the mine, those who toiled so incredibly hard in those early days and appreciate workers of
the time.
“They may also be interested in researching information about a past family member that worked in the Mine in the early 1900’s,” Suzie said.
“This project follows on from works I composed during the Doctorate which were based on music for grief and how we respond to grief with music,” she said.
“I had two field trips, one to the 15th anniversary of 9/11 (for which I composed a symphony in response), and Belarus and the Ukraine, including a visit to Chernobyl to compose a work for strings in dedication to the liquidators who gave their life in the clean up,” she said.
Boulder Creek Wind Farm Community meeting
The meeting was convened by Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc on behalf of the project proponents, Aula Energy and CQG to ensure Mount Morgan residents were kept in the loop as development of the wind farm progressed.
This is the third public consultation meeting to be held in Mount Morgan concerning the Boulder Creek Wind Farm.
Head of Development for Aula Energy, Anthony Russo chaired the meeting which was in a presentation and question and answer format.
Two other Aula Energy representatives were in attendance at the meeting including Harriet King (Project Engineer) and Charles Daley Project Developer. Representatives from CQG Consulting (Community and Stakeholder Engagement) - Peter Lynch (Stakeholder Engagement Advisor), Kate Beresford (Social Performance and Stakeholder Engagement Specialist) and Chloe Watts (Business Unit Support Officer) were also present.
Topics covered at the meeting included the developmental stage of the project, any increases in traffic that would occur, relocation of any flora and fauna species that may be impacted by the development of the area, noise from the completed turbines, consultation with landholders in the vicinity and roads to be enhanced due to the movement of the switching stations and turbines.
Mr Russo said the Aula team in attendance were happy to connect with the local community members.
“It was a courteous and calm atmosphere which meant we were able to
have the valuable conversations we were looking for,” he said.
“We are learning throughout each stage of the project.
“As always, our local stakeholders and community groups are a vital part of this and we couldn’t move ahead without their engagement. We know not everyone is going to be onboard with the idea of renewable energy and it’s important we hear those voices too,” he said.
Mr Russo said the Boulder Creek Wind Farm was about 9.8 kilometres south west of Mount Morgan - between Westwood and Mount Morgan.
“The main components like the turbines will be transported to the site via the Capricorn Highway.
“These will be off-loaded at Gladstone Port and transported to the site.
“Australia does not have the capacity to construct the turbines, so they have to come from overseas,” he said.
There would be some widening along Boulder Creek Road to allow for other components and vehicles to travel to site.
Concerning future meetings
Mr Russo said Aula knew how important regular engagement was to the local community and it wanted to be sure it was able to uphold those expectations. “
“We would think that as the project ramps up, so too would our engagements,” he said.
Forty Mount Morgan, Bouldercombe and Gracemere residents gathered at the Uniting Church Hall on Tuesday, 18 June.
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HEART-WRENCHING DECISION TO LEAVE ROMANIA
Leaving home can be one of the most stressful and heart-wrenching decisions to make at the best of times.
However, when you are planning to travel some 14000 plus kilometres away from your life, family and friends the stress behind the decision to leave is much more monumental.
This was the case for new Mount Morgan residents Ionela and Adrian Nastea, who almost nine years ago, made the decision to emigrate from Romania to live in Australia with their young son, Radu. The family lived in Melbourne from 2015 until 2022, when they decided to move to Mount Morgan with Radu and their second son, Australian-born, Matei.
“Leaving family and friends was the hardest. We have a great family. I have a strong bond with my sisters. My parents raised us to be close and they loved us equally and unconditionally. They supported us when we were studying and later on in our adult life,” she said.
They are in regular contact with their families on Whatsapp.
“Adrian and I are grateful to come from strong families. Our parents have been happily married for over 40 years - so we have been blessed,” Ionela said.
“We moved to Mount Morgan because it was more affordable and we wanted the children to experience more of an outdoor life in a rural environment,” Ionela said.
The couple, from Curtea de Arges, met during their high school years when Ionela was 16 and her husband was 19. They have been together for 26 years - 16 of which they have been married.
Curtea de Arges is a municipality in Romania which is situated in the Fagaras Mountain region.
When some people think of Romania, they may be drawn to think of the legends of Dracula thanks to Vlad Dracul a (Vlad the Impaler) who ruled Walachia in the mid-1400’s. Vlad was born in a provence in Translyvania and apparently Bram Stokers’ Count Dracula was inspired by this Prince of Wallachia.
However, when Ionela thinks of Romania, she thinks of her parents and her homeland and her formative years where she was educated and raised in a land emerging from communism.
Romania became part of the Soviet Union in 1944 following the signing of an armistice with the Allies and conceding control of Romania to the USSR.
Ionela said life in Romania could be described through the two major periods of time - Communism and Democracy.
“Romania was under communist rule for 40 years. In 1989, following a people’s uprising Communism collapsed and Nicolae Ceausescu was executed,” she said.
“Ceausescu was found guilty by a jury of crimes against humanity,” she said.
“The communism era was quite dark and basic human rights were non-existant.
“There was no access to culture except what the Communist Party agreed to and food was rationed.
“For example a family of five could only have one loaf of bread a week,” Ionela said.
According to Ionela, during this time there was no food or clothes in the shops.
“Women did not have the right to choose if they wanted children, abortions were illegal, there was no television, radio or access to international news,” she said.
Ionela said she remembered her mother having to sit in a queue for days to buy bread or meat.
“At Christmas time we were
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allowed to buy a bag of oranges or chocolate - these things were hard to find and many children had no idea what these items tasted like,” she said.
It is said that out of adversity comes triumph and this certainly describes what happened during communism in Romania.
“Despite all of the restrictrions people developed a great sense of community and sharing food was a big deal.
“People who had parents and grandparents in the villages cultivated and grew their own food.
“We never starved as my parents would work on weekends and plant potatoes, grains and vegetables.
“Our grandparents would raise animals and chickens and give us food,” Ionela remembers.
“We were not allowed to own a lot of land or grow too much as the Party would come and confiscate it, but somehow people produced enough to survive,” she said.
“My grandparents always had cows and sometimes they would hide them. We weren’t allowed to tell people when they had meat,” she said.
“We used to tell everyone that our grandparents had slaughtered a cow or pig - I think everyone was doing the same. Sometimes people were sent to prison for withholding produce.”
According to Ionela, Ceausescu had a dream of making Romania debt-free and Romania was meant to supply grain and gold to Europe.
“Grandomania was his biggest mistake,” she said.
“Life in Romania is different now - it is vibrant. Young people have access to culture, music, theatre and books,” she said.
‘Young people have access to international jobs - yes Romania is changing - Romania is a good place now.
“Yes, it is still hard and there is work to do on infrastructure such as buildings and roads - but it is growing strong,” she said.
While times were tough in Romania, Ionela said she never felt poor or unloved.
The cornerstone of life in Romania are families.
“When Romanians are considering having children they take into account how they want their children to grow up - what version of yourself, will they be,” she said.
“Even though we may struggle, we make sure every day is worth it,” she said.
“Parents have seven years at home to teach their children how to love and to respect people, their communities, doctors and teachers,”she said.
“Parents encourage their children to undertake university studies and this makes the job market very competitive, Ionela said.
“There are some cashiers in Romania who have university degrees.”
One of the major difference is that Romania does not have the well defined educational pathway Australia does. Other differences include how they celebrate holidays.
As an Orthodoxy nation, one of the major celebrations is Orthodoxy Easter and there are many traditions and customs surrounding this holiday.
In the lead up there if always spring cleaning of the house, dyeing of eggs, baking and family members buy new clothes.
“Easter is very important to Romanians,” she said.
Both Adrian and Ionela are employed.
Adrian, who had studied to become a priest, would often tinker with motorcycles as a hobby.
This hobby led Adrian and Ionela to their new life in Australia.
“Motorcycle mechanics was one of the skill shortages that Australia had, so we decided to apply to immigrate to Australia and we were successful,” Ionela said.
Adrian completed his motorcycle mechanic apprenticeship in Australia. Ionela is unable to use her Romanian qualification of Bachelor of Psychology and Education in Australia and has completed a Certificate III and Diplolma in Early Childhood Education and is now a fully qualified educator again. She is unsure if she will pursue her Bachelor of Education. Despite this hurdle, Ionela is thoroughly enjoying life in Australia.
“I find Australian people so confident. They always express themselves and I love the expression, “no worries” - Romanians always worry,” she said.
“I love the weather and the outdoors and the public service system - people are always happy to help,” she said.
From the Archives
This issue’s From the Archives offering is the photograph above which was presented to the Mount Morgan Historical Museum recently.
The provenance of the photo is unknown as the
DEE RIVER OLDIES
Wow, what a day. Getting our members out and about is what we aim to do. So, on Wednesday 12 June after a cool morning in the Mount, the weather warmed up and was just perfect at the coast.
Members enjoyed a scrumptious morning tea at the RSL Emu Park followed by a chance to have a look at the displays and the walkway across the road overlooking the ocean. Truly special memories.
From here we went to the Capricorn Tavern for lunch. Members had a chance to enjoy what was on the menu. The seafood baskets were popular and there was also a choice of crumb steak or chicken schnitzel.
We had time to stop at the shopping centre in Yeppoon where members had a chance to have a look around and buy what took their eye.
Our 'Christmas in July ' Morning Tea is on Wednesday, 24 July, 2024 starting at 10 am. We will have Christmas Carol's bingo on the day with raffle and lucky door prizes. The cost is $5.
We welcome our new members who have joined our group.
Pictured are members who enjoyed their day on the bus trip.
Check out the 'Save the Date' on the back page of the Argus for upcoming meetings and morning teas. Stay happy and healthy and keep rugged up and stay warm.
Submitted by The Steering Committee - Carol Glover 4938 1995 and Colleen Constable 0427 161 131.
person who presented it to the museum found in it an usual place in Mount Morgan.
A major clue to the vintage of the photo is the use of the flag as a backdrop, albeit the reverse side of the flag. This flag was known as the Australian Federation Flag and also the New South Wales Ensign and was the result of an attempt in the 1830s to create a national flag for Australia. It was based on the Colonial Flag of 1823 and is a combination of the Union Flag and the Southern Cross.
The cross in the Federation Flag differed from the Colonial Flag in the respect that it was blue and not red and had five stars and not four.
In the 1880s and early 1890s, it was used as a symbol of the political movement towards Federation, with groups like the Australian Natives’ Association and the Australian Federation League using it to promote national consciousness of their push for Federation, under the slogan “One People, One Destiny, One Flag”.
This is all that is known about the photo - if you have any information that will help the museum identify the photo and its provenance, contact the Museum on 4938 2122.
14,000 Rotarians gather at convention in Singapore
Mount Morgan Rotary Club members Craig Edmonston and Judith Henderson served as Sergeants at the recent Rotary International Convention held in Singapore. The Convention attracted over 14,000 Rotarians and partners from 177 countries around the world. Craig and Judith spent two days training before the convention officially commenced on 24 May and closed on 29 May.
The Sergeants are responsible for helping delegates find their way around, access transport, advise where particular sessions and events are located, and attend to emergencies such as medical incidents and lost property. It is amazing how many people lose such things as wallets, credit cards, phones, glasses etc.
The convention was held at the Marina Bay International Convention Centre.
“This is a massive and very impressive complex,” Craig said.
Craig said Singapore had changed significantly since Judith and his last visited in 1999.
“The transport system, especially the MRT fast train was simply brilliant,” he said.
A highlight of the convention for Craig and Judith was the wife of World President Gordon McInally, Heather, a very accomplished Scottish theatre singer, partnering with Australian singing sensation and Rotarian Michael Lapina from Victoria, performing some very big numbers such as “Phantom of the Opera” at the closing ceremony.
“They were simply amazing. We were so proud to see our own world class performer on such an important stage,” Craig said.
“We worked long hours catching our coach or train very early in the morning and finishing at about 7.00pm each evening,” he said.
GOLF NEWS
Seventeen teams fronted for the eighth annual Wally Hall Memorial 3-person Ambrose.
All prizes were supplied by Wally’s wife Cheryl and their extended family.
Winners were Letani Mackay and her daughters Zoe and Maddison with 49 nett (pictured right with family members).
Runners up were Josh Antcliff, Tamika Antcliff and Kyle Turner with 51.5 nett.
Long drives were taken out by Caelan Hall, Luke Plummer, Tamika Antcliff and Zoe Mackay.
Raffles run by Sharryn Hall raised $675.00 with proceeds going to the Mount Morgan Multipurpose Service (Hospital). Well done Sharryn and thanks to everyone for their support.
Despite the long days, the couple benefitted from meeting many amazing Rotarians from different countries.
“We also caught up with some wonderful friends that we have made over the years and we were fortunate in getting the chance to have dinner in the big boat on top of the three large towers, which appears to be the number 1 thing to do in Singapore these days,” Craig said.
The next International Convention will be held in Calgary in June 2025 and Craig and Judith hope to get invited to participate as Sergeants again.
Pictured above are Craig and Judith from Mount Morgan Rotary catching up with Special friends, Steve and Maria Martin from England.
A great day was had by all with players and visitors being well fed and hydrated throughout the day. Thanks must go to the ladies in the kitchen and Sarah behind the bar for their efforts.
Things to do @ Mount Morgan Library
With the colder weather really making its presence felt in the region, it’s great to know that the Mount Morgan Library has a variety of free spaces and activities on offer to visitors to this charming library branch.
The centrally heated library has access to quiet workspaces, computers, free Wi-Fi, and scanning and printing facilities. There are comfortable chairs to sit in and staff who are happy to help you track down that perfect piece of reading, listening or viewing material.
Fancy a game of cards or backgammon? While away a few hours and play an assortment of games in the library including Chess, Checkers, Snakes and Ladders, Uno, Line-Up 4 and Dominoes.
The LEGO® boxes enable a variety of building fun for all ages with
different bricks to explore and create and ask our friendly staff about accessing the ‘Play’ boxes that contain a range of sensory and educational toys for use in the library.
There’s a colouring table in the library, plus take-home craft packs are provided - during the school holidays we have a fabulous lion paper plate craft activity on offer!
Take your pick from a good selection of Nintendo games that are available to play in-house with two consoles – these include Crash Team Racing Nitro Fuelled, Pokemon: Let’s Go, Eevee!, Super Mario Odyssey, Minecraft, LEGO® Star Wars: the Skywalker Saga and Animal Crossing: New Horizons.
Gamers can rejoice with a variety of G and PG rated games available for loan for Wii, Wii U. Xbox 360. Xbox One, PS3 and PS4.
We currently have a Peter Rabbit colouring competition running at all libraries to celebrate Beatrix Potter’s birthday on 28 July. This comp for all ages closes on 24 July 2024 with winners notified on 29 July. Entry forms can be picked up and dropped off at any Rockhampton Regional Library branch.
So, what are you waiting for? We look forward to seeing you soon at our Mount Morgan Library, located at 31 Morgan Street, Mount Morgan, just next door to the Mount Morgan School of Arts.
HARMS RURAL
The Mount Morgan Library is one of four library branches in the Rockhampton Regional Council Library Service. It is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00am-1:00pm and 2:00pm5:00pm, and every alternate Saturday from 9:00am-12noon on 06 July, 20 July and 03 August.
Enquiries on phone 4936 8169 or 4936 8043.
MIRANI MESSAGE
With Stephen Andrew, MP
The Mirani Electorate has secured a substantial allocation from this year's state budget, marking the fourth consecutive year of leading funding among Queensland's 93 electorates. Mirani has over 34,000 electors covering an area of 63,290km2. With diverse industries – mining, agriculture, construction, tourism, retail, education, service industries, health and hospitality, Stephen Andrew MP works persistently to advocate successfully to secure significant investments aimed at enhancing services and industry across the region.
Among the highlights of this year's budget for Mirani are several million-dollar projects. Notably, an historic $26.4 million has been allocated for completion of the long-awaited Mount Morgan Water Pipeline ($88.2 million total commitment). Securing reliable water infrastructure is long overdue and keenly anticipated by the local community. Motorists be aware of ongoing minor traffic delays occurring on Razorback/ Moonmera Roads during construction, as the project progresses closer to Mount Morgan.
The budget also includes investments in major road infrastructure; the Rockhampton Ring Road and Mackay Bypass, aimed at alleviating congestion and improving transport efficiency. Additionally, funds have been earmarked to finalise the Bruce Highway Northern Approaches in Rockhampton, enhancing regional connectivity and safety.
In response to longstanding community priorities, the budget allocates resources to complete the Rookwood Weir and commence the construction of a new Sarina Hospital.
Mr Andrew advises that on the 25 June he received advice from QFES that the fire rating sign will be removed from the current position (where it is obscuring the Mount Morgan town sign) to the opposite side of the highway.
As your Member for Mirani I continue to work hard providing effective representation and I encourage constituents to contact my office with any concerns. I will continue to follow up on important local issues, ensuring they are addressed with adequate resources that support and benefit the wider community.
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING NOTICE
Mount Morgan Branch
Queensland Country Women’s Association
Monday, 15 July 2024
11.30 am for 12 noon start at the Green Shed in Thompson Avenue. Members and non-members welcome.
For your advertising needs phone 4938 2312 or email: mmpad@mountmorgan.org.au
MOUNT MORGAN MEN’S SHED INC.
Meet 9 am - 12 noon Wednesdays & Saturdays
Phone John on 0429 055 165
Trash and Treasure, 21 Gordon Street. Every Friday from 8.30 am to 12 noon. Every first Saturday of the month from 8.30 am to 12 noon. Bags of clothing $5. Any donations please phone Margaretta 0428 179 604
ROTARY CLUB OF MOUNT MORGAN
1st & 3rd Thursdays of the monthGrand Hotel - 6 pm for 6.30 pm. Visitors Welcome! E: mount.morgan@rotary9560.org
HOUSE LEVELLING AND RESTUMPING DECKS & STAIRS
One stump or a complete house. No House too low.
Country calls welcome and prompt attention guaranteed
Please contact Gary on 0428 542 705. QBCC Licence 51455.
SAVE THE DATE! CLASSIFIEDS
JUL 13: Baree Markets, Baree School of Arts, Creek St, Baree. 8 am start. 12 noon finish.
JUL 16: Dee River Oldies Group - Monthly Meeting starting at 2 pm to be held in St Mary’s Hall, Gordon Street, Mount Morgan. (Behind the Anglican Church). Come along and put your ideas forward.
JUL 21: Country Music afternoon 12 noon till 4 pm. Multi-draw raffle. Lucky Door. Adults $10, children $3. Bar operating. Light refreshments available. Soldiers’ rooms - Morgan Street.
JUL 24: Dee River Oldies Group - ‘Christmas in July’ Morning Tea starting at 10 am to be held in St Mary’s Hall, Gordon Street, Mount Morgan. (Behind the Anglican Church). Cost is $5. Raffle and lucky door prizes. Christmas Carols bingo. Come along and enjoy the morning.
JUL 27: Hillbilly Hoedown - Mount Morgan Soldiers’ Rooms, 7 pm start.
JUL 28: Men’s Shed Tool Sale. 8 am start. Dee Bowls Club.
JUL 28: Sunday. Men’s and Ladies’ Open Championships, Mount Morgan Golf Club.
JUL 30 : Well Women’s Clinic - Phone 4912 5100 for bookings.
AUG 10: Mount Morgan Show. Mount Morgan Showgrounds.
AUG 20: Dee River Oldies Group - Monthly Meeting starting at 2 pm to be held in St Mary’s Hall, Gordon Street, Mount Morgan. (Behind the Anglican Church).
AUG 27: Well Women’s Clinic - Phone 4912 5100 for bookings.
AUG 28: Dee River Oldies Group - ‘Damper Day at the Hall’ starting at 11 am. To be held in St Mary’s Hall, Gordon Street, Mount Morgan. (Behind the Anglican Church). Cost is $5. Guest speaker on the day. Come along and enjoy damper on arrival and then savoury mince and rice for lunch. Raffle and lucky door prizes.
SEPT 1: Mount Morgan Morgan Wattle Day. Mount Morgan Railway Complex. Starts 9 am - finishing 2.30 pm.
SEPT 7-8: Nancy’s two day pop-up Art Exhibition/ Sale, Baree School of Arts 10 am to 3pm.
SEPT 15: Sunday. CQ Sand Green Championships, Mount Morgan Golf Club.
SEPT 28: Happy Days - Mods and Rockers, Mount Morgan Soldiers’ Room from 7 pm.
OCT 8: Well Women’s Clinic - Phone 4912 5100 for bookings.
MOUNT MORGAN CITIZEN’S CLUB INC
Meets on the last Sunday of each month at 10.30 am. Soldiers’ Rooms, 18 Morgan Street, Phone - John Tuxworth 0429 055 165
WANTED
DRIVERS
PAINTER:
Semi-retired. W. Cruickshank Phone 0488 104 774 or 0488 105 257.
LIGHT ON THE HILL CHURCH
Green Shed from 7 pm. Phone 0412 502 937
MOUNT MORGAN RSL SUB BRANCH INC
Social gathering 2nd and 4th Thursdays monthly 3 pm to 6 pm.
Business meeting 3rd Saturday monthly 10am 1 Cornes Street, Mount Morgan
FOR SALE: Fire wood, Struck Oil now. Ute or trailer
$120. Delivery $90. Pick up yourself, 61 Archer Road, Struck Oil. Phone: 0428 277 421.
STALL HOLDERS WANTED
1st SEPT. 2024 9 am - 2.30 pm Historic Mount Morgan Railway Complex For more information contact: mmpad@mountmorgan.org.au
NEXT EDITION WEDNESDAY, 17 JULY 2024
All inclusions required by: Tuesday, 9 July 2024 by 4 p.m. Ph: 4938 2312
Email: mmpad@mountmorgan.org.au
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