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STALWART OPENS SHOW
Mount Morgan Show and community stalwart, Freda McDougal was given the honour of opening the 2022 Mount Morgan FredaShow. was part of the original show committee when it reformed in 1999 under the stewardship of John and Ivy Hempseed. During her opening address, Freda recalled early days of shows in Mount Morgan and how she was pleased to be a part of the reformed show. “I will continue to help out at the Show while I am able,” Freda said.
Mount Morgan Agricultural Show Society President, Mrs Heather Continued
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Above Right: The winner of the George and Annie Bills Memorial Trophy for Supreme Champion Led Pony of the Show - Adsett Family on Osry Waterstar. Above: Winner of the Elenor Shield Memorial Trophy for the Supreme Champion Led Exhibit of the Show Brendellen Zerelda with handler Alison Shield and Mount Morgan Showgirl Krystal Littlejohn. Zerelda is owned by Ken and Mary Barker presented Freda with a plaque replicating the one that had been placed on the newly installed grandstand named in Freda’s honour which had been purchased with a grant through the Gambling Community Benefit Fund. Mrs Barker thanked Freda for her continued support of the Mount Morgan Show. Gloomy skies and the threat of rain did not deter the 1500 people from attending this year’s event. Pavillion and cattle nominations were well and truly up this year, while poultry and horse nominations were lower than in previous years. “I couldn’t be happier with the event,” Mrs Barker said. “I would like to thank everyone who has contributed to the 2022 Mount Morgan Show. “We’ve had some wonderful sponsorship and some really amazing volunteers. “Without the support of the public, the event wouldn’t be successful,” she said. A full list of results will be printed in a future edition of the Mount Morgan Argus.
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Above top right: George Stevens from Bouldercombe made the trip to the Mount Morgan Show especially to get a Dagwood Dog and bottom right, Marie Chopping is no stranger to winning the Champion Rose of the Show!
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Above top left: Taryn Jones with her award winning hanging plant; middle left: Marion Batchelor putting her best foot forward for her succulent display; bottom left: Keith and Lacey Lavell indulging in an early morning ice cream.
History is an amazing thing and this year the Q.C.W.A. state wide is now recorded in the history books becoming 100 years old. First formed at the Albert Hall in Brisbane on 11 August ,1922. Ladies from all over the state converged to hear what the meeting was about and to showcase what they needed in their home towns. As New South Wales had formed a Country Women’s Association in the July the women wanted to see if there was a need for one in Queensland. This was very evident and so the formation of our association was set into motion. The ladies were very excited and Mrs Ruth Fairfax was voted in as the associations founding state President. Who would have thought that from such a simple idea of holding a meeting that an organisation would be formed that is still as important and as respected as Q.C.W.A. is today - 100 years on?. So many celebrations showcasing our association’s history including photos, memories that have been recorded, television interviews and many newspaper reports to let people know that Q.C.W.A. has turned 100 years old and we are here to stay. This year the Q.C.W.A. State Conference will be held in Toowoomba where the first conference was held in 1923. The Mount Morgan Branch has been a part of the local community since its formation in 1950.The members have overcome many boundaries through war time and in Thepeace.ladies welcomed immigrants from overseas, helped with war time projects such as knitting for the soldiers, some ladies became members of Red Cross and the Australia Comforts Fund Qld Branch and many ladies worked on properties when their husbands went to war. They took on challenges such as making Camouflage Nets. They also held functions, cent sales, card nights, Tupperware parties, dances and raffles. The branch has also written cookbooks. We are a proud branch and as such we have been privileged to have many amazing ladies as members which have included Mount Morgan Branch Member Mrs Margaret Fitzherbert who became the Q.C.W.A. State President from MBE from 1981This1984. year is no exception we took part in May Day and on 11 August we held a display and cut a birthday cake that we shared with the community to celebrate the 100-year Birthday. We have made DV Packs (Pictured below) and toiletry packs for the hospital. We also were showcased on Win TV News and CQ Today Newspaper. Members also held a stall at the Mount Morgan Show .This showcased history and had items for sale including centenary items and cookbooks. I am very happy to say that we have welcomed several new members and we look like welcoming more in the near future.
QCWA CELEBRATES 100 YEARS
Arlene Roberts - President
Later this year we will be having a stall at the Mount Morgan Wattle Day Festival, and we hope to have a Morning Tea along with other events which also include planning a cent sale in November. We are also going to be planning 100 trees to celebrate the 100 year birthday of Q.C.W.A.Our branch is happy to help and in doing so we also provide Bursaries for students at the Mount Morgan Central State School. So as you can see we are a growing branch welcoming all ladies and willing to help in our community as much as we can. Members work in many areas including the state school P&C and at the state school tuckshop and are on the high school P&C. We would like to give a big thank you to the Mount Morgan Argus for advertising our meetings and events and for the Explore Centre who sell our cook books. So, if you would like to find out more you can contact me on 0428 457 461. Our meetings are the third Monday of each month at the green shed at Thompson Avenue near the skate park commencing at 10 am.
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Both ladies recorded a gross score of 79 for 18 holes. Janet Gull from North Rockhampton won the B-Grade honours with 83 and Rebecca Hillier from Calliope won the C-Grade competition with 202297.
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2022 Ladies Open champion was Nadine Battilana from Yeppoon Golf Club (above right) after a play-off with Carmel Stewart from North Rockhampton Golf Club who took the A-Grade prize.
Cake Stall MASSIVE shout out to all who supported the P&C cake stall at the ever amazing Mount Morgan Show. We couldn’t have asked for a better day, and thank all parents and carers for their contributions of cakes, slices and sweet goodies Funds raised go towards assisting with the cost of Yr 6 Camp. Thankyou to students too, who potted up the plants we also had on sale.
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Page 517 -31 August 2022 MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS My goodness, we are half way through Term Three already! Thankyou to all Members for their consistent efforts with the running of fundraisers, tuckshop, uniform shop, bookclub and the implementation of grant activities. We literally could not do it without you!
Ninja Course With much appreciation to Rockhampton Regional Council for the delivery of a LOT of fill, to our top oval area, and to Kanga Doo Tilt n Tow for the earthworks required. Installation is set now for the 2nd week of the September holidays. Coming up... Our Fathers Day Stall will be held Wednesday 31st August. Volunteers for wrapping and serving much needed. Don’t forget the Silver Coin Challenge where your change can add to the tally of classes to win!
CENTRAL
Prizes for both days were sponsored by Member for Mirani, Stephen Andrew MP and Drummond Golf. Their continued support is very much appreciated. Field numbers were down a little from previous years, but the weekend was still very successful. The course was in excellent condition thanks to Doug and his team of hard-working volunteers.
Next P&C General Meeting is Wednesday 17 August at 3:15pm. New members welcome. Kirra Swain - President STATE SCHOOL P & C UPDATE Mount Morgan Golf Club held its annual Ladies Open on Saturday, 30 July and Men’s Open on Sunday, 31 July.
Men’s Open champion was Mount Morgan member, Shaun Antcliff (below left) with an 11 under score of 94 for 27 holes. Well done Shaun on a great score.A-Grade went to Dylan Parish from Yeppoon (102), B-Grade to Hayden Armstrong from Calliope (123) after a 3-hole playoff with Daley Mallet from Wowan and C-Grade to Mount Morgan’s Simon Moss (121) Various Nett, Nearest the Pin and Long Drive prizes were also awarded over the 2 days.
We at Kindy Care have been learning... We have been learning about space so we made rockets out of the letters of our names. The children had to pick out the letters of their names to create their rockets. We had a rocket puzzle with numbers from 1 to 10, the children had to copy the picture of the rocket to complete the activity, they all enjoyed the challenge.
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We have been learning about germs and did an experiment with pepper in a cup of water. The children put dish washing liquid on their finger and dipped it into the water and pepper. They realised the pepper moved away from their finger so that is why they need to use soap all over their hands to keep the germs away... Like the pepper. Fun was had by all.
Page 717 -31 August 2022 MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS Mount Morgan Medical Centre 72 Morgan Street Mount Morgan QLD 4714 Phone: 07 4938 1709 Fax: 07 4938 1515 Email: admin@mtmorganmedical.com.au Local Gangulu Registered Nurse, Teri Rienecker has come on board with Dr Shahbaz and Dr Rabiya at Mount Morgan Medical Centre. We are working together to provide culturally safe care – making tracks towards closing the Gap. Available every Thursday•715Health checks • Vaccinations • Immunisations•Careplans • Health Yarns/Education • Chronic Disease Health • Sexual Health Get Up! Stand Up! Show up for your Health MT MORGANMOB Swaffield’s Property Maintenance ABN: 68 537 641 178 Mobile: 0432 448 530 • Lawn Mowing and hedge trimming • Yard cleanups and rubbish removal • Wood chipping and dump runs • House move out assistance • Public Liability Insurance No job too big or too small! Call Jason on 0432 448 530 Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc [MMPAD] is calling for nominations for the 2022 Wattle Day Award. The Wattle Day Award has been running for several years and past winners include Bette Broom, Murray Hare, Barry Taylor, Kirra Swain and Peter Richardson. If you know of someone who devotes their time to helping out others or helping out in the Mount Morgan Community, please nominate them for the Wattle Day NominationsAward. for the Wattle Day Award close on Friday, 9 September at 4 pm. You can find a copy of the nomination form in the Argus or on MMPAD’s Facebook page. Once the nomination form has been completed, you can email it mmpad@mountmorgan.org.au or drop it into the MMPAD Office in a sealed envelope located at the Mount Morgan Railway Museum and Explore Centre. The winner will be announced at the 2022 Mount Morgan Wattle Day Festival which will be held on Saturday, 24 September at the Mount Morgan Railway Complex. Mount Morgan Wattle Day Festival celebrates Mount Morgan’s very own species of wattle - Acacia podalyriifolia. Wattle Day promises to be a fun-filled family day with entertainment, activities and stalls. Please contact mmpad@mountmorgan.org.au if you would like a stall. NOMINATIONS CALLED FOR WATTLE DAY AWARD
Page 8 MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS 17 - 31 August 2022 Stanley Constructions Home Renovations • We specialise in general carpentry repairs & steel Fabrications • From design & planning to simple handyman services, we do it all. Phone Gordon Lee today: 0418 886 997 QBSA 735099 Available for all domestic and commercial work. Blocked drains, leaking taps or any other maintenance issues Phone Tony 0429 669 499 Servicing Mount Morgan Tony Harney Plumbing QBCC 1110090ABN : 76 171 835 370 Clinic 1st Tuesday of the Month Mark Humphreys’ Electrical 8 Baldwin Street Mount Morgan 4714 Electrical Lic. No. 74711 Phone: 0439 727 609 FAX: 4938 2885 Domestic, Rural, Commercial Installation and Repairs, Promptly Servicing Mount Morgan & Wowan Districts New CarRestumpingExtensionsHomesPorts DrivewaysDecksAlterationsRenovations FULLY LICENSED QBCC: Lic. No. 19514 FOR HIGH CARE & DISABLED OPEN PLAN BATHROOM REBUILDS RAMPS STAIR LIFTS PHONE LIZZY ON 0408 262 505 Discover the difference! Meet Angela Douglas: Local area agent Knowledgeable about the local community Listens to your needs Proven results over and over Free, no hassle appraisals Angela Douglas: 0401 953 882 www.discoverrealesate.com.au RAINBOW CAFE MOUNT MORGAN DINE IN - TAKEAWAY OPEN 7 DAYS phone 4938 2758
Page 917 -31 August 2022 MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS Finlayson & FuneralsMcKenzie Sandi Wood (nee Inslay) from Mount Morgan was born and raised within the Mount and is well aware of the needs of the Mount Morgan community. 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 Bob 0419Wheeler663277PoBox91MtMorgan Tilt Truck Service, Excavator Slashing, Mowing, Tractor and Poison Spraying Licenced Poisons Contractor M.A.W Mowing & Handyman Services ABN: 30 706 300 266 Mark Email:0403Williamson571561mawmowing@live.com That Truck & Bobcat Bloke ABN: 35347197734 Call Geoff: 0411 707 741 Based at Razorback, MOONGAN gnarnold226@gmail.com Small acreage clean ups, land clearing, fence lines, fire breaks, shed pads & more. Post hole borer & spreader bar ABN: 24 757 904 038 DAWSON’S DO & CHARGE Dawson Green - Mount Morgan Local NO JOB TOO SMALL! Most Home Repairs - Doors, Windows, Walls, Gates, Patch & Paint I will not accept jobs over $3,300.00 CALL DAWSON ON 0413 825 787 Email - hdgreen@bigpond.com ICE SOLD 34 James st - mount morgan 1 x 5kg Bag.................................................................... $3 2 x 5kg Bags.................................................................. $5 3 x 5kg Bags.................................................................$7.50ABN:90399787005PH: 0448 771 053/0439 166 640 OPEN EVERY DAY - 5 AM TO 8.30 PM LARGE TIGER PRAWNS $20/KG CALL JOE ON 0401 527 672
Next: The Mount Morgan Syndicate continued.
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By Catherine McIntosh, descendant of the colonial Stubbs family of Mount Morgan
The Mount Morgan Syndicate Rare images of the original members of the Mount Morgan [gold mining] Syndicate are pictured, coupled with a description of their occupations when the Syndicate existed from 1882 to 1886. Most of the images are likely to have originated from after 1886.
Hall, D’Arcy and Pattison Above (l-r): English-born Thomas Skarratt (‘Tom’) Hall (1836-1903) (Rockhampton bank manager) (National Library of Australia) / English-born William Knox (‘Knox’) D’Arcy (1849-1917) (Rockhampton solicitor) (State Library of Queensland) / Australian-born William Pattison (1830-1896) (Rockhampton butcher and grazier) (National Library of Australia).
Mount Morgan in Pictures
This author has made best efforts to provide accurate information for this publication of ‘Mount Morgan in Pictures’.
The Morgan Brothers Above (l-r): Australian-born Edwin Francis (‘Ned’) Morgan (1847-1916) (prospector) / Australian-born Thomas Squire (‘Tom’) Morgan (1845-1903) (prospector) / Australian-born Frederick Augustus (‘Fred’) Morgan (18371894) (prospector). (All from the National Library of Australia)
Page 1117 -31 August 2022 MOUNT MORGANFirearmARGUS Accessories – Militaria- Fishing – Bait - Archery – Ammo – Gifts – Television Antenna Sales & Installation - Metal Detectors and Prospecting Gear - Camping Gear! ABN 86 894 469 085 Eric J Stevenson. DNRME License to Sell Explosives 1300622 69 Morgan Street, Mount Morgan Firearm Sales / PTA’s still from 11 Glen Gordon Street by appointment Firearm Dealer License No. 50001499 Mount Morgan Guns TELEPHONE:0417006591 MOUNT MORGAN OUTDOORS Deslea’s Cutz for Mutz Mobile Dog Clipping Phone Des: 0447 275 402 There were some lucky winners at the Dee River Oldies Group - ‘Christmas in July’ lunch held at the Grand Hotel. The winners of the hampers were Dal Harris, Monica Grant and Olga Nohejl with several other members winning lucky door prizes. Our August monthly meeting is on Tuesday, 16 August 2022 starting at 2 pm. The ‘Damper Day at the Hall’ is on Wednesday, 24 August 2022 starting at 11 am. Our Damper Day is always a good day. There will be a raffle and lucky door prizes. Come along and enjoy catching up. The cost is $5. Check out ‘Save the Date’ on the back page of the Argus for more details. New members must be over 50 years old and just need to fill out a membership form. There is no cost to become a member. While we look forward to seeing our members out and about, if you have been sick or near anyone who has been sick, please stay at home. COVID is still out Warmerthere.days are not too far away. Stay Submittedsafe. by the Steering Committee - Carol Glover 4938 1995 or Colleen Constable 0427 161 131. Pictured below: Dee River Oldies Members at the Grand Hotel for the ‘Christmas in July’ lunch. DEE RIVER OLDIES CNR YAAMBA RD & MAIN ST NORTH trendrok@bigpond.net.auPhone:ROCKHAMPTON49283511 PROUDLY SERVING MOUNT MORGAN FOR OVER FORTY YEARS
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By Larry at Fox Video Movie Review
Great science fiction is rare, but Ridley Scott (ALIEN, BLADE RUNNER, LEGEND, GLADIATOR, HANNIBAL, BLACKHAWK DOWN, KINGDOM OF HEAVEN, THE MARTIAN and many others too numerous to mention) recognizes it immediately. His production company, Scott Free productions was in talks with author Aaron Guzikowski after reading his pilot script for RAISED BY WOLVES. Things were progressing nicely but Aaron had no idea who they would appoint as director. The last person he thought he had a right to expect was the great Ridley Scott himself. As it turns out, Ridley had already heard of it, sought out a copy of the script, and before anything had been decided or signed off on, he had, with his own hand (Ridley loves to draw), storyboarded the entire show from start to finish. Ridley Scott recognized the greatness, loved the story and was determined to be its director. The great religious war had finally come to Earth, but not as one would suspect, with religion against religion. No, this cataclysmic battle was between a devout sun-god worshipping group, the Mithraics, and the Atheists. The wars escalated, the destruction spread like an infection across the planet, and when The Mithraic developed and deployed a new android superweapon with dreadful power called The Necromancer, humanity was on the brink of Unbeknownstextinction.to, and independently of each other, both sides decide that in order to save mankind and ensure its future their only chance was to colonize a distant, mysterious planet named Kepler-226. The Mithraic set out across the galaxy in a spaceship dubbed The Ark of Heaven with one thousand of their chosen faithful and soldiers in suspended animation onboard for the twelveyear duration of their journey. The Atheists on the other hand chose to place the future protection, nurturing and regrowth of humanity into the hands of just two especially reprogrammed androids named Mother and Father, and a mere six carefully selected human embryos. This meant that they were in a much smaller, faster ship with a journeytime shortened by many years. Kepler-226 turns out to be a harsh planet with many hazards of its own, and Mother and Father have no idea that the Mithraic are headed their way in large numbers, nor that they will arrive in just a few years. However, when The Ark does arrive Mother will do anything to protect her children, even if it means destroying many of the few remaining people in existence and jeopardizing humanity’s last chance of survival. Will the violence of Earth break out on StarringKepler-226?our very own Travis Fimmel (Ragnar Ragnarsson), RAISED BY WOLVES is too big a story to be told in just an hour and a half. It is definitely a fat book to get lost and live in, not a skinny quick-visit. The rating is MA15+ for “strong science fiction themes, violence and sex scenes.”
Mount Morgan Railway Museum and Explore Centre Do you have an interest in local history? Or perhaps would like to be involved in town promotions? Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc would like to warmly welcome all interested individuals to become a part of the team! Workforce Australia and Centrelink Mutual Obligations also available. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Eve-lyn at MMPAD on 4938 2312 or email mmpad@mountmorgan.org.au.
THE ORANGE DOT RAISED BY WOLVES
RAISED BY WOLVES... Loved it!
If doctors aren’t allowed to discuss alternatives to standardised medical options with their patients, then the legal requirements for informed consent can’t be satisfied and the standard of patient-care will suffer.
Does your dog eat POOP?
The Bill grants APHRA new and unprecedented powers for coercively silencing doctors who stray from the officially mandated ‘narrative’ and preventing vital information ever reaching the ears of the public.
Below: Stephen Andrew at the Mount Morgan Show Cooking up a storm for the volunteers.
- Restrict access, cleaning up as soon as your dog and other pets in your household have done their -business.Providing a variety of toys to decrease boredom.
New legislation introduced in Queensland, the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2022, will greatly enhance the government regulator’s powers for censoring doctors in Queensland.
No one likes to admit that their dog eats their own poop. But it is more common than you think. The technical term for this is Copraphagia.
The new bill will overturn centuries of medical practice by replacing the principle that a doctor’s loyalty must, first and foremost, be to the well-being of their patient, and replacing it with a new guiding principle – upholding and safeguarding ‘public trust’ and ‘confidence’ in public health authorities. The Explanatory Notes say the regulatory body will be free to take action against a doctor or health practitioner in any way they deem “necessary or convenient” to ‘safeguard’ public confidence and safety. APHRA will also be able to publicly ‘name and shame’ doctors before they have been found guilty of anything. This robs doctors of their right to the ‘presumption of innocence’, ‘natural justice’ and ‘due process’. It also takes away their right to practice their profession without political harassment or interference. Doctors should be free to engage in clinical debate on clinical issues to do with the effectiveness of treatment options and must be free to advise their patients honestly on any matter raised during a doctor-patient consultation.
Even though it makes our stomachs turn, eating their own poop poses little threat to your dog’s health. However, eating another pet’s poop may if it contains parasites or toxins. How can you stop your dog from eating poop?
With Stephen Andrew, MP THE END OF MEDICAL FREE SPEECH IN QUEENSLAND
Dr Jamie and Nurse Darcie will be visiting Mount Morgan on Tuesday, 6 September 2022, 10:00am –1:00pm, 2:00pm – 5:00pm.
VET NEWS
- Feeding your dog smaller meals throughout the day, so they are not looking for food. If you are still having trouble with this stomachturning habit, give Alma Street Veterinary Hospital a call on 49228138 to speak one of our vets about a coprophagia deterrent.
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If we aren’t careful, health protocols in Queensland will no longer be adopted based on experience and evidence-based medicine, but on the diktats of public health officials and regulators who have never treated a single patient in their lives. By delegating such unlimited powers to AHPRA, the Government has virtually handed them a blank cheque to do whatever they like. The Bill contains no clear avenues for appeal or redress for doctors unfairly targeted by AHPRA, even if subsequently cleared of wrongdoing. It is important to note that AHPRA is an unelected, executive agency that answers to no-one. This means that nothing they say or do is subject to questioning, verification or independent review by any jurisdiction. APHRA must not be given the last word on what ‘truth’ in medicine is. There must always be room for ‘dissenting’ views and debate. Without that, we are no longer a democracy. This impact of regional areas will be felt the most. We cannot afford to gag doctors or the health system when we are wanting the best possible outcomes for all the people.
Dr Jamie was booked out last visit, so please call ear ly to avoid disappointment. Appointments are essential, please call 4922 8138.
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LIBRARY
August is a very special time for libraries, schools, day care centres and playgroups, because it’s when we celebrate Children’s Book Week (CBW)! CBW is an opportunity to recognise and honour Australian authors and illustrators and the diverse range of wonderful books they create, both fiction and nonfiction, for babies through to young adults. It promotes the importance of reading and the joy that children can find in it. This year Children’s Book Week will be held 20-26 August and the theme is Dreaming with eyes open, acknowledging Australia’s First Nations people and their rich story-based culture.
On Wednesday 24 August, some very special visitors are coming to the Mount Morgan Library. Coffee with a Cop is a great opportunity to meet local police officers and chat with them in a relaxed setting. This is your time to ask anything you have ever wondered about the police service or talk about any issues you may have. Pop into the Mount Morgan Library between 10:00 am -11:30 am for a cuppa and a chat. CAPRICON 2022 To help celebrate the fifth CapriCon steampunk and pop culture convention, the Libraries will host an inaugural Pop Culture Trivia Quiz at the Southside Library on Saturday 20 August starting at 10:00am. Questions will range across the full gamut of pop culture, with rounds on Harry Potter, Marvel & DC universes, Doctor Who, Disney, Cult TV and more. Why not test run your CapriCon costume by coming to the trivia quiz dressed as your favourite character? If you’d like to attend any of our special library programs, please call 4936 8043 to book your place.
NEWS
• There are many easy and creative ways that you and your family can celebrate Children’s Book Week Visit your local library and check out the children’s section - many kids’ books are entertaining and fun for both children and adults … who knows, you may find your next favourite book?
• Read a book to or with a child – why not revisit a book that you loved as a child?
• Read a book on the shortlisted award winners list – you can find the nominated books at onAwardhttps://www.cbca.org.au/winnersareannouncedFriday,19August.
COFFEE WITH A COP
REGULAR PROGRAMS Read’n’Rhyme is held at Mount Morgan Library every second Monday at 9:30am, with the next sessions on 29 August, 12 September and 26 September. This interactive program is for parents and carers with babies and children up to 5 years of age, and is a fun way to develop early literacy skills through stories, songs, rhymes and play. Monday also sees our weekly Crafters’ Circle, from 2:004:00pm. Bring your current art or craft project, and chat with other crafters and creatives while your hands do their magic! Creativity on Wednesday is all about the blocks … LEGO® blocks that is! Put your engineering skills to the test, and see what amazing things you can Rockhamptonconstruct.Regional Libraries are located in Mount Morgan, Gracemere, South Rockhampton and North Rockhampton. It is free to become a library member. For more information please call the Mount Morgan Library on 4936 8169 or the Rockhampton Regional Library Administration Office on 4936 8043. Above: Ethan and Grace at Lego Club at the Mount Morgan Library.
HOW CAN YOU CELEBRATE BOOK WEEK?
• Dress up as your favourite book character – our library staff dress up too, so see if you can guess which character they are!
• Grab our monthly Activity Booklets and do the CBW colourings, puzzles and trivia. These booklets cover a whole range of themed activities and events happening each month, so August also includes Multicultural Queensland month, National Science Week and CapriCon!
Page 1517 -31 August 2022 MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS NOMINATION FORM FOR MMPAD WATTLE DAY AWARD 2022 (A quiet achiever who by their works or actions has promoted Mount Morgan and reflects the true Australian Spirit of lending a hand) NOMINATIONS CLOSE FRIDAY, 9 SEPTEMBER 2022 AT CLOSE OF BUSINESS I…………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………Nominate..............FortheMMPADWattleDayAward2022Pleasestatebelowwhyyoubelievethenomineeshouldreceivetheaward:Please complete this form and return it to the Rail Coordinator, Eve lyn Rogers at the Mount Morgan Explore Centre or email to mmpad@mountmorgan.org.au Your Name ……………………………………….. Contact No …………………… Has the nominee been informed of their nomination? Yes No Nominee Contact Phone Number: ………………………………………… Signed: …………………………………………………….. Date: …………………………….. Phone: 07 49382312 Email: mmpad@mountmorgan.org.au Mobile : 0493 362 690 1 Railway Parade P O Box 142 Mount Morgan QLD 4714 ABN 21 391 526 mountmorgan.org.au801
MOUNT MORGAN MEN’S SHED INC. Meet 9 am - 12 noon Wednesdays at the Dee Bowls Club Phone John on 0429 055 165
LIGHT ON THE HILL CHURCH EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT Green Shed from 7 pm. Phone 0412 502 937
SEPT 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).
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ROTARY CLUB OF MOUNT MORGAN DINNER MEETING - THURSDAY - GRAND HOTEL 6.00 for 6.30 pm. Interested people are encouraged to attend or send an Expression of Interest to PO Box 2, Mount Morgan MOUNT MORGAN LOCAL AMBULANCE COMMITTEE GENERAL MEETING Annual General Meeting of the Mount Morgan Local Ambulance Committee will be held on Saturday, 17 September at 3 pm at the Ambulance Centre. ALL WELCOME! Memory of: Lennox, Annie Hilda May. Taken suddenly 6 August 1979.
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SEPT 24: Mount Morgan Wattle Day 9.30 am to 2.30 pm - Mount Morgan Railway Station.
DEC 16: Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc Christmas Concert. 5.30 - 8 pm. Mount Morgan Railway Station.
AUG 24: Dee River Oldies Group - ‘Damper Day at the Hall’ starting at 11 am. It will be held in St Mary’s Hall, Gordon Street, Mount Morgan. Cost is $5. After having damper, mince and rice will be served for lunch. Mark this date on your calendar.
AUG 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).
MOUNT MORGAN QCWA BRANCH Meets every third Monday at the Green Shed - Thompson Ave 9.30 am meet for 10 am start.
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Page 16 MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS 17 - 31 August 2022 Have something you need printed? or laminated? Come down and see the friendly people at MMPAD. Contact us on 4938 2312 for prices or for further information visit us at the Railway Museum. WANT TO ADD AN EVENT TO “SAVE THE DATE”? EMAIL: mmpad@mountmorgan.org.auorphone49382312 For Sale: Firewood for Sale. Pick up or delivery. Phone Eric on 0416 552 645. MOUNT MORGAN BUSINESS AND SERVICES DIRECTORY Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc is continually updating its Business and Services Directory used at the Mount Morgan Visitior Information Centre and Railway Museum. If you have any new contact details that you would like to include or if you are unsure if you are listed, please contact MMPAD on 4938 2312, 0492 885 350 or email: mmpad@bigpond.com. This information is provided to local residents and visitors. NEXT EDITION WEDNESDAY, 31 AUGUST 2022 All inclusions required by: Tuesday, 23 August by 4 p.m. Ph: 4938 2312 or 0493 362 690 Email: mmpad@mountmorgan.org.au If you don’t receive your Argus, please contact us. PAINTER: Semi retired. W. Cruickshank Phone 0488 104 774 or 0488 105 257. Open 10:00am - 8:00pm Tuesday - Sunday UNLIMITEDMOVIES Ask us How RELEASESLATEST $5* 3 or More SAVE THE DATE! CLASSIFIEDS LOCAL BUSINESS USE IT OR LOSE IT KEEP YOUR LOCAL VIDEO STORE! Blue Care Trash & Treasure, 21 Gordon Street. Every Friday from 8.30 am to 12 noon. Every first Saturday of the month from 8 am to 12 noon Bags of clothing $5. Marion’s plants for sale.
