Art Precinct...Page 8 Bandits...Page 12 MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS VOLUME 17 - ISSUE 16 WWW.MOUNTMORGAN.ORG.AU PROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY MOUNT MORGAN PROMOTION & DEVELOPMENT INC. ABN 21 391 526 801 | 1 RAILWAY PDE, MOUNT MORGAN, Q 4714, AUSTRALIA. 31 AUGUST - 14 SEPTEMBER 2022 Farewell Stan...Page 13 DAMPER DAY DELIGHTS DEE OLDIES Dee River Oldies President Carol Glover serves the damper at the Dee River Oldies Damper Day. Story on Page 15.
It is expected that further minor adjustments will occur throughout the construction phase.
Water Connections Water Councillor Donna Kirkland said the revised alignment of the pipeline has a number of positives and is a really big win for the
“Some of these concerns were that the pipeline would go through private properties, there would be significant environment overlays, major telecommunications infrastructure is already on that alignment, and constructing in service access roads would cause issues for accessibility, these are just a few of the concerns we had.
“Any connections added to this would put significant pressure on the line and would likely cause damage.
During last week’s Council meeting plans were endorsed for a more efficient alignment of the Mount Morgan Water Pipeline.
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“The alignment that was originally identified in the Business Case used the existing rail trail up the Razorback, however a number of construction concerns were identified with this option.
The new alignment will use the existing road reserve from the Poison Creek intersection up the Razorback Road and into Mount Morgan via Creek and Baree streets, up East Street extended, across the Dee River, into Black Street and then finishing at the South RockhamptonReservoir.
“We have had a few people ask already if they can connect their own water mains to the pipeline however this just isn’t possible.
“The new, revised alignment seems to tick all the right boxes. It’s very exciting to see us moving another step closer to a reliable source of water for Mount Morgan” Cr Rutherford said.
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Community Consultation Divisional Councillor Cherie Rutherford said she is really excited with the latest development in the pipeline project.
“Once these issues were identified, an alternative option was reviewed which has turned out to be a much better option for the construction of the pipeline.
“Itproject.won’t come as a surprise to anyone that this is an extensive, complicated project,” Cr Kirkland said. “Any opportunities to make it simpler and quicker to deliver are a clear win.
For more information including copies of the alignment please refer to Council’s website ordinary-22-08-23-agenda.pdfcouncil-meetings/council/council-gov.au/files/assets/public/www.rockhamptonregion.qld.https://
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“This new alignment is a more direct route and saves about 1.5kms in pipeline and construction so it makes much more sense to go with this option.
“We know this has been a long journey for the community, which is why it’s so important that we get this right, so the people of Mount Morgan are never faced with a situation like this ever again.”
Region Mayor Tony Williams said this is another positive step forward on the project. “Council committed to finding the most efficient and effective solution to Mount Morgan’s water supply issue and this is just another example of us sticking to that commitment,” Mayor Williams said.
“The revised alignment won’t require any new construction of service access roads and will be in already existing road reserves which means we are minimising the number of approvals we need.”
“This pipeline is designed to provide a reliable water supply to the town, and is a trunk main not a service main, which means it is a very high-pressure line.
“While it’s not possible to allow connections, we are focusing on the primary purpose of this project which is getting that water into the taps of the Mount Morgan community as soon as we can.”
“We are looking to come up to Mount Morgan for another information session in the near future and will provide details for this as soon as we can.
“The next thing that we will focus our attention on in the coming months will be updating the Mount Morgan community on where the pipeline project is up to.
“I know I say it all the time, but I really want to reinforce how thankful we are to the community for their patience and cooperation.
Page 331 August - 14 September 2022 MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS Join us to celebrate one year of new management of the Railway Hotel Saturday, 3 September 5:30 - pm Come and enjoy an outdoor movie (family friendly). Bring a chair, a blanket or a bean bag.! DJ Bala Boi from 8pm-Late. (Giveaways all night). Sunday, 4 September 12 noon to 3 pm Live Music with Coighty Hot Wings5.00Challenge!pm Can you handle the heat? 3 - 4 pm “Whippy” Come along and watch Australia’s No 1 Whip Cracking entertainer - Nathan “Whippy” Griggs as he makes the hills echo with his whipcracking prowess!
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“MMPAD has been organising Wattle Day since 2012 and it’s a wonderful way in which Mount Morgan can celebrate its very own wattle.
Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc [MMPAD], has a free, fun-filled family day planned for all members of the family.
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As at past events, Murray Hare and Golden Mount Nursery will supply Mount Morgan Wattle seedlings to Festival goers.
The day gets underway at 9.30 am with entertainment under the Federation Fig Trees. There will also be free amusement rides for the kids as well as face painting, balloon twisting and circus workshops. The circus workshops are for kids of all ages. Heading the entertainment will be Geoff Lawton’s Country Dudes. Jodi Nicholls, a regular at Wattle Day will also be performing. Other entertainment Donna Anderson and the Shirraym Girls and Follyfoot Linedancers. The Capricorn Dance Exchange will also be providing entertainment. As a special treat, the lead actors in the Blue Eagle Production Koch and Boules, Clint Lennox and Jodie Van Der Wetering will be around to provide some comic relief! There will also be numerous other activities and displays throughout the day including the announcement of the 2022 Wattle Day Award recipient.
Mount Morgan Wattle Day is set to bloom on Saturday 24 September 2022 at the historic Mount Morgan Railway Station.
MMPAD President, John Steinberger said there would also be market stalls and much more.
“We’ve been very fortunate to have the support of some very good artists as well the Golden Mount Nursery,” he said. So, if you are not busy on Saturday, 24 September, pop down to Mount Morgan’s heritage rail complex and enjoy the entertainment, market stalls and Devonshire Teas.
“Of course, charges will still apply for items purchased at stalls, entry into the Railway Museum and food,” he said.
“The town is still feeling the effects of Covid, rising fuel and other prices so MMPAD has ensured that as much at the event is free to the public,” Mr Steinberger said.
A bone to pick “Tibia” honest, bones just aren’t suitable for every dog! Whilst raw bones are safer than cooked bones (which are more brittle, and therefore more likely to crack into dangerously sharp pieces), raw bones can still cause problems. Here’s a few reasons to take care with bones for your pet: Bones can break teeth
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Unfortunately, some sensitive-stomached dogs just can’t handle bones and will develop unpleasant symptoms of gut upset. Bones can cause constipation When dogs eat a large amount of bone in one go, pieces of bone can unfortunately bank up in their colon and get stuck, leading to severe constipation, pain and unwellness. In some cases, these dogs require an anaesthetic and careful manual removal of the dry, hard faecal material for treatment. So, what can I offer my dog to chew instead of bones? Safer options for chewing include: Kong toys stuffed with peanut butter, tinned food or cream cheese, Dental chews with some bendiness to them (with the exception of rawhide, which can pose a choking risk) and raw carrot sticks, dried sweet potato pieces.
Unfortunately, some dogs don’t know when to quit, and will determinedly chew on a solid piece of bone until they break a tooth! Bones are the most common cause of slab fractures (where the side of a tooth is broken off) in dogs. Not only is this painful, but can lead to bacteria entering the tooth and causing a severe infection in the jaw. Bones can lead to choking Ideally, all dogs should be supervised if they are chewing on a bone, but particularly those who are “gulpers” (i.e. likely to try and swallow a piece of bone as soon as it is small enough to fit inside their mouth), who are at increased risk of life-threatening choking. Bones can trigger gut irritation
The Mount Morgan Citizens Club is one step closer to achieving its dream of a Community Arts Precinct. Communities and Heritage Councillor Drew Wickerson said Council is pleased to announce their support for this project.
Submitted by Kirra Swain, Secretary.
“I also want to assure the club and community that the contents in the large church have been temporarily removed to allow the club to undertake necessary repairs and upgrades to the buildings.
"I wish the club the best of luck with this project."
“It's great to see community groups such as this one working towards creating a place for locals to utilise and Divisionalenjoy.”Councillor
It is official! Mount Morgan Citizens Club Inc will be proudly preserving the historic buildings at 79 East St, incorporating St Enoch’s Church, the old Upper Dee Hall and the residence. With many thanks to the perseverance of members and Rockhampton Regional Council, a great outcome has been achieved with Mount Morgan Citizens Club voting last Sunday to take the buildings on after Council resolved to make the offer at the last Communities Meeting.
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Photo in front of St Enochs are some of the Members of the Citizens Club L-R President John Tuxworth, Secretary Kirra Swain, Barbara Thompson, Chris O'Leary, Allan Graham, Alma Graham, Booking Officer Angela Johnson and Terry Young.
“I am proud to be able to support the club with this project and can't wait to see the proposal come to life,” Cr Rutherford said.
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join up or offer your services, and your contribution will leave a wonderful legacy for the future. Membership forms are available at mountmorgansoldiersrooms@gmail.com, or call/text 0411 865 621 to get a paper copy.
“The community group presented a proposal to Council, and we are delighted to be able to help the club members achieve their dream,” Cr Wickerson said.
This is the culmination of eight months work with numerous discussion sessions to iron out many unexpected hurdles to make such a project viable, and it is with much appreciation particularly to Mayor Tony Williams, Councilor Cherie Rutherford, and their team for getting it across the line. Thankyou also to all other visiting Councilors who had input, the wealth of knowledge and critical thought offered is invaluable. The buildings once up to standard, will be open to the community and tourists housing local art space No7 Gallery, Men’s Shed Creations’ and Bicycle Museum. Council will retain ownership of all the artefacts from inside the church and have temporarily removed them for cataloging and to enable unobstructed clean out. Once returned, they will be incorporated into the space to allow viewing of these locally historical treasures.
The former Presbyterian Church and adjoining residence are located in East Street. The church was built in 1890 and is typical of this era’s architecture.
Council announces support for Mount Morgan Citizens Club
“Council is currently cataloguing the contents, and once completed, majority of the contents are expected to return to the Mount Morgan community.
Cherie Rutherford said it is an exciting opportunity for the Mount Morgan community.
There is a Facebook page, Mount Morgan Arts Precinct for people to upload any historic photos or memories of the buildings for posterity, and to keep up to date on progress. Mount Morgan Citizens Club are going to need all the help they can get, so if you are passionate about saving some Mount Morgan history,
“Reporting an issue to Council is easier than ever with the use of your mobile phone.
The children could relate when the story talked about an Aboriginal lady being pregnant and the sounds the baby would hear from inside her belly...voices of mum, aunts, children, singing, clap sticks, didgeridoo, sounds of animals moving on the land. We love embracing each other’s culture.
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Hearing Australia launches “Spirit of sound’ to support First Nations Children’s Hearing Health. On our large interactive whiteboard, we watched and listened to an Indigenous lady named, Emma Donavan read a story, which was called, ‘Have you heard the spirit of sound’.
Ellen Smith said while our crews are kept busy maintaining roads and footpaths, especially after recent rainfall, it is often our residents who are best placed to inform Council of areas that need attention.
with Council is a good idea.
“Whether it is reporting illegal dumping or abandoned vehicles, to incidents of vandalism, we rely on our community to come forward and share this information,” Cr Mathers said.
“Information we receive from residents can be very valuable, as it means we can work to fix the problem before it gets worse,” Cr Smith said. “This is very much the case with our roads, as it doesn’t take long after the rains to start noticing those “Keepingpotholes. our footpaths safe for our community is also a high priority for Council, so if you see something that is a concern, please let us know so we can send crews Planningout.”and
Regulation Councillor Grant Mathers said there are many reasons why lodging a request
“We live in a beautiful region and one that our community can be proud of, but it does take a combined Environmentaleffort.”
“From picking up a piece of plastic that is blowing across the footy field, to notifying Council as soon as there is a blocked drain or water over the road –everyone can play their part,” Cr Kirkland said.
our ears into our bodies and wakes up our feelings.
In this book you can see the spirits of sound and how it moves around like a message being sent. When we start to listen, we start to learn.
The story is about how we hear sound and how it travels through
Regional Council is reminding residents that they can lodge a request for maintenance, or report an issue, anywhere at any time from their mobile Infrastructurephones.Councillor
What Kindy Care has been up to... Children’s Day was Thursday, 4 August and we at Kindy Care celebrated this special day. It’s a time Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities and all Australians, celebrate the strengths and culture or our children, as well as learn about the crucial impact that culture, family, and community play in the life of every Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child.
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damper using Greek yogurt and flour, learning about Australian animals including acting some out, and the children made colourful headbands and painted faces.
KINDY KIDS CELEBRATE CHILDREN’S DAY
The weeklong celebrations included various activities which involved the children making
“Simply head to Council’s website, and lodge a request using the ‘Access eServices’ tab.”
Sustainability Councillor Donna Kirkland said having that sense of pride means taking ownership of the ongoing stewardship of our region.
Page 10 MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS 31 August - 14 September 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 ALAN HOUSMAN BUILDER ABN 52 081 926 QBSA 19514 Domestic & Commercial Work Specialising in: • Restumping • Extensions • Renovations • New Home Phone: 4938 1887 ~ Mobile 0419 741 611 Building locally for over 20 years ~ Quality Workmanship Guaranteed Quality Cremation Services Meeting your needs with Quality & Compassion ABN: 54 894 799 119 Servicing Mount Morgan Region Phone 4921 2673 www.qualitycremationservices.com FERN’S MINER’S RESt under new management Call Lizzy on 0408 262 505 RAINBOW CAFE MOUNT MORGAN DINE IN - TAKEAWAY OPEN 7 DAYS phone 4938 2758
Page 1131 August - 14 September 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 fmckfunerals@live.com.au1269 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, gnarnold226@gmail.comMOONGAN 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 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
Above: Len Buckton, Karley Goody and Ramon Dau. Below Karley and Len with Len’s Champion Paint Horse and far right, the Bandits practicing.
The duo, along with Ned Harney, competed at Paradise Lagoons in June, taking out first place in this event. There were around 40 teams, some traveling from throughout central Queensland to compete. On the weekend of 27-28 August, the event was held at Del Rosa at Alton Downs. There was a great turn out again on the day. Ramon Dau competed as the third member of "The Bandits" joining Len and Karley. Unfortunately, no win for them on this occasion, but next month they have a chance to try again at another event. (venue yet to be Len'sconfirmed).Pride and Joy "Another Whiskey" entered the Mount Morgan Show this month, taking out first place and Champion in the Paint Horse registered (stallion/ colt). Team penning requires riders to isolate three specific cows from a herd and move them to a pen. The first team penning competition was held oin 11 April 2010.
Len Buckton has lived his whole life in Mount Morgan. His heart and soul are in his Paint Horses. Len's property is on the outskirts of Mount Morgan, where he breeds his beloved Paints. His horses have been a part of the Barrel Racing circuit over the past few years, ridden by his granddaughter, Amarni Goody.
Since June, Len and his daughter Karley Goody, have been trying their luck at Team Penning. This is a sport which combines, teamwork, speed, skill, and communication, all tied together with a little luck!
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BANDITS TAKE ON PENNING COMPS
The members of the Mount Morgan SES Group would like to thank Stan for his 26 years of dedicated service and wish him well in his retirement.
“Largely this formalises what we already know –those on the Capricorn Coast oppose the change, while our community and those residents at the heart of this issue support it.
NORTHERN SUBURBS RESIDENTS VOTE IN FAVOUR OF BEING PART OF RRC
Greetings to the Mount Morgan Community. First of all, congratulations on hosting another lovely show. The majority of the community were well behaved, and I am happy to report we did not detect any drink driving offences. We have had a few incidents of violence occurring lately which is sad to see. This type of behaviour is damaging to our town and does not reflect the values of the greater Queensland commu nity. If you are having issues with domestic violence (or maybe with persons not related to you), alcohol or substance misuse please reach out to local support services. Violence is never the answer. Let’s help build a brighter future and better community for our kids to grow up in.
Lastly, to the drivers with loud exhausts that drive around especially at night. You may think your ex haust sounds good however you are alone in that opinion. Please fix your exhaust or drive in a manner that doesn’t disrupt the community.
Rockhampton Region Mayor Tony Williams thanked everyone who participated in the vote, and those who supported their neighbours in the Northern Suburbs.
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“These results confirm that residents in Rockhampton and the Northern Suburbs support a boundary realignment, with 78% and 58% respectively voting yes,” Mayor Williams said.
“We do genuinely believe that the development we have planned for these suburbs will ultimately benefit everyone across both local government areas by creating more jobs, businesses and opportunities. “We started this process in good faith, and from here we remain willing and eager to work with the State Government and Livingstone Shire Council to find the best path forward together so that both our communities can continue to grow.”
Stan’s reason for joining the SES was to help the community and he has achieved this by assisting during major weather events including cyclones that impacted our town and local area and was part of a deployment team that travelled to The Gap for Storm Damage Operations when the town was hit with devastating storms. Stan has played a part in many searches for missing persons along with assisting police with forensic searches. He has also participated in many community - education events where he has imparted information to the public to assist them to become more resilient during disaster events. By attending training every second Monday night he learnt new skills to enable him to be able to handle any situation that he may be exposed to during an activation. Stan was acknowledged for his service throughout his SES career and was presented with a number of awards including SES Meritorious Service Medal for 10 years’ service plus clasp for 20 years’ service and the National Medal for 15 years’ service.
During his time with SES, Stan has formed a lot of friendships and credits this as the reason he has continued to attend training and activations as well as enabling him to fulfil his wish to assist the community.
Matt Harling - Sgt OIC Mt Morgan
“This is four times now in less than a decade that Northern Suburbs residents have voted to officially be part of our community.
FAREWELLS MEMBER
It is with sadness that after 26 years of service the Mount Morgan State Emergency Service Group (SES) will be farewelling one of its members. Stanley (Stan) Western has decided to call it a day to enjoy his retirement doing the things that he likes including fishing, boating, swimming and most importantly spending time with his grandchildren.
Stan was appointed to the Mount Morgan SES Group on 22 May 1996. During his time with the group, he has gained a multitude of qualifications both low and high risk including Chainsaw Operations, Working Safely at Heights, Traffic Control and First Aid and attained the rank of Field Operations.
Results released recently by the Electoral Commission Queensland (ECQ) show Northern Suburbs residents have once again voted to be part of the Rockhampton Region.
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Pictured are two men synonymous with Mount Morgan’s rich history: Ned Morgan (left) and Wesley Hall. Ned was the first Mount Morgan mine manager, followed by Wesley. Ned Morgan ‘When the Morgans offered a half share in Mt Morgan to three Rockhampton men, their [1882] letter “…stipulated:andbe
The Original Mine Managers
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Above right: c. 1886 / James Wesley (‘Wesley’) Hall (1839-1901) / Born in Herefordshire (West Midlands), England / Miner / Mount Morgan Syndicate mine manager from 1884 to 1886 / First general manager of the Syndicate’s successor, Mount Morgan Gold Mining Company Limited, from 1886 to 1891 / Younger brother of Mount Morgan mine founders, Thomas Skarratt Hall (1836-1903) and Walter Russell Hall From(1831-1911).theStateLibrary of Queensland.
From the State Library of Queensland. Wesley Hall ‘… he was the most popular man on Mount Morgan –popular alike with the employees of the company and the townspeople … He was one of the few men who can boast they never made an enemy …’ (‘Death of Mr Wesley Hall’, Morning Bulletin (Rockhampton, Qld. : 1878-1954), 8 January 1901).
it also understood that E. F. [Edwin Francis (‘Ned’)] Morgan to have the management of the claim at three pounds per week (and found) until the Reef pays for itself and then wages to be rose to a proper Edwinstandard.”Morgan was therefore the first Mt Morgan manager; and since the mine commenced to pay for itself as soon as the first crushing went through the first battery, we may confidently surmise that his wages were “Rose to a proper standard” – possibly £3 /-10 /- per week … The Morgans disposed of all their interests in the mine in 1884, and Edwin Morgan then gave up the position he had been holding …’ (‘Gen. Managers and Staff from Ned Morgan to Morgan John’ (By B. G. Patterson), Morning Bulletin (Rockhampton, Qld. : 1878-1954), 7 June 1950).
This author has made best efforts to provide accurate information for this publication of ‘Mount Morgan in Pictures’.
By Catherine McIntosh, descendant of the colonial Stubbs family of Mount Morgan
Above left: 1897 / Edwin Francis (‘Ned’) Morgan (1847-1916) / Born in Bathurst, New South Wales / Prospector / Original 1882 member of the Mount Morgan [gold mining] Syndicate, together with his elder brothers, Thomas Squire (‘Tom’) Morgan (18451903) (prospector) and Frederick Augustus (‘Fred’) Morgan (1837-1894) (prospector); and the ‘three Rockhampton men’: Thomas Skarratt (‘Tom’) Hall (1836-1903) (bank manager); William Knox (‘Knox’) D’Arcy (1849-1917) (solicitor); and William Pattison (1830-1896) (grazier) / Original mine manager of the Mount Morgan Syndicate from 1882 to 1884.
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Page 1531 August - 14 September 2022 MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS Firearm 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 DEE RIVER OLDIES On the fourth Wednesday in August each year, the Dee River Oldies members come along to the ‘Damper Day in the Hall’. It is always a big day with a good turn up of members, who come along to enjoy the damper followed up with mince and rice for lunch. Di Coburn was the musician on the day with a range of songs that saw members toe tapping along to the music. It was good to see our members out and catching up. We would like to thank our members for helping out and for the donations they made to make this day. To the cooks who made the dampers and cooked the mince and rice and worked the barbeques on the day, thank you. You all made a difference to make this a successful day. Our next monthly meeting is 18 October 2022. Check out ‘Save the Date’ on the back page of the Argus for details. New members aged over 50 years of age are welcome. There is no cost for membership. Come along to our next meeting and put your ideas forward. Keep healthy and stay safe. Submitted by the Steering Committee - Carol Glover 49381 995 or Colleen Constable 0427 161 131. Above: Doug Hoehne keeping an eye on the curry at the Dee River Oldies Damper morning while below, members take the opportunity to catch up. CNR YAAMBA RD & MAIN ST NORTH ROCKHAMPTON Phone: 4928 trendrok@bigpond.net.au3511 PROUDLY SERVING MOUNT MORGAN FOR OVER FORTY YEARS
LICORICE PIZZA is a love letter to the San Fernando Valley (just “The Valley” to locals), Los Angeles in the seventies. It tells the story of a fifteen-year-old entrepreneur, Gary Valentine (played by Cooper Hoffman, son of the late Phillip Seymour Hoffman) who first meets Alana (Alana Haim) when she is working in photography, taking high school student photos. He decides that she, who is considerably older than him, is the love of his life and he fearlessly launches his play for her with his best chat-up lines. She laughs and scoffs, “You’re twelve!” “Fifteen!” he Garyretorts.talks a big game and although Alana is not impressed, she does find his bravado fresh and charming. Even as she pours scorn on his romantic banter, she finds herself agreeing out loud to meet up with him later. As they move in and about and through the San Fernando Valley, growing up, running around and falling in love, we are immersed in 1973 and the world as it was then.
LICORICE PIZZA - Loved it!
Writer/director Paul Thomas Anderson’s (THERE WILL BE BLOOD, BOOGIE NIGHTS) most lovable and magical work to date, LICORICE PIZZA is hypnotically gorgeous, funny, romantic and seriously good medicine. Featuring a mega-star cast including Sean Penn, Bradley Cooper and the mercurial Tom Waits, LICORICE PIZZA also features an uncredited appearance by John C Reilly, although I challenge you to try and spot LICORICEhim.
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.
Almost every generation of human civilisation throughout history has looked back with envy at the simpler times of their parents’ and grandparents’ key decades. Life was less complicated, freer, more footloose. People were happier, closer to each other, more trusting and open, more honest. Much of this is true of course, but in our nostalgic rememberings through colourfully tinted lenses we can and often do gloss over the struggles and difficulties faced by earlier generations, and how much harder it often was for them just to survive, let alone thrive. The seventies and eighties though, may have been the summit, the pinnacle - history will tell. Those last couple of decades, before the internet placed unearned and terrible power into the hands of the children, the fools, the devious, the criminal and the downright evil - well they weren’t perfect by any means, there were still problems of course but they weren’t all dialled all the way up to maximum-plus to a level of hyperventilating, panicstricken craziness like every little unimportant issue online today. It was a much more forgiving, relaxed, carefree, happier place where technology existed to help us and make us more comfortable, not to browbeat, subjugate and control us. Should we bring back the 70’s and 80’s? It’s a lovely romantic notion...
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THE ORANGE DOT LICORICE PIZZA
PIZZA by the way, was the name of a chain of southern Californian record stores that was big in the seventies. Rated M for ‘coarse language and sexual references”, this wonderful nostalgic event runs for just over two Nostalgiahours. - very good for your mental and physical wellbeing...
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Page 1731 August - 14 September 2022 MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS MOUNT MORGAN WATTLE DAY FESTIVAL FREE FAMILY DAY Saturday, 24 September 2022 - 9.30 am - 2.30 pm at the Mount Morgan Railway Heritage Complex Live Entertainment - featuring local artists including Country Dudes & Jodi Nichols “Under the Federation Fig Trees” | Market Stalls | Amusement Rides | Devonshire Teas & Light Refreshments | Activities | Balloon Twisting | Meraki Circus | Comedy Skits | Free Mount Morgan Wattle Seedlings And much more....
Less stuff: simple zero-waste steps to a joyful and clutter-free life by Lindsay Miles (2019) Available in print, audiobook and eAudio (Libby) Less stuff is a guide to decluttering in an environmentally friendly way, with guides to repurposing, donating and disposing of unwanted items. Let go of unwanted stuff and find a home with more peace and meaning. The life-changing magic of tidying up: the Japanese art of decluttering and organizing by Marie Kondo (2014) Available in print, audiobook, manga and eAudio (BorrowBox) Marie Kondo is well known for her KonMarie method of tidying and her idea of only keeping items that ‘spark joy’. She is a Japanese tidying consultant with a simple set of rules for decluttering the entire house, one room at a time.
FATHER’S DAY (Sep 04) Looking to relax with a good book on Father’s Day? We have some great resources on the library shelves to pique the interest, include the rip-roaring and very funny series by Paul Carter called Don’t tell Mum I work on the rigs: she things I’m a piano player in whorehouse; Is that thing diesel: one man, one bike and the first lap around Australia on used cooking oil and Ride like hell and you’ll get there: detours into mayhem. These are available in book, audiobook, eBook and eAudio formats. Brand new thrillers to watch out for include Benjamin Black’s The secret guests, Robert G. Barrett’s Between the Devlin and the deep blue sea and J.D Robb’s Indulgence in death. Check out the sticker on the spine which gives an indication of the genreour thrillers have a small picture of a Sherlock Holmes hat and magnifying glass on the label. Don’t forget the range of DVDs, CDs and non-fiction at your fingertips at the library. There are some great handyman and DIY books to help around the shed or house – and listening to music can help while away the time. Getting inspiration for the garden is easy with books about native plants, waterwise plant selection and design features for your place on the Mount or further afield.
FISHING TIPS Are you looking for fishing tips for the Women That Fish Barra Classic or to improve your fishing skills generally? The Rockhampton Regional Libraries has a range of fishing magazines full of tips, tricks and ideas to help you land your catch. Fishing World magazine is available from the Southside and Gracemere Libraries as well as through the Libby app. Libby also has digital copies of other great magazines including John Wilson’s 501 fishing tips, Fishing and Travel and Outdoor Life. You can access Libby for free with your library card, either through the library catalogue or by app.
SPRING CLEANING
Spring is now upon us! Traditionally this is the time of year when people declutter their homes. If you are looking for inspiration, organizing ideas or just like to procrastinate by researching instead of doing, there are lots of great resources at your library. Check out some of these titles for spring cleaning ideas.
Read’n’Rhyme is held at Mount Morgan Library every second Monday at 9:30am, with the next sessions on 12 September, 26 September and 10 October. 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.
REGULAR PROGRAMS
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Page 1931 August - 14 September 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
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).
Bags of clothing $5. Marion’s plants for sale.
SEPT 24: Mount Morgan Wattle Day 9.30 am to 2.30 pm - Mount Morgan Railway Station.
OCT 18: Dee River Oldies Group - Monthly Meeting starting at 2.00 pm to be held in St Mary’s Hall, Gordon Street, Mount Morgan. (Behind the Anglican Church).
DEC 16: Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc Christmas Concert. 5.30 - 8 pm. Mount Morgan Railway Station.
SEPT 10: Baree Markets will be held at the Baree Hall, Creek Street Baree 8 am - 12 noon. Contact Pam on 0438 584 377. Sites available.
Page 20 MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS 31 August - 14 September 2022 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 (Explore) 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
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SEPTEMBER 2022 All inclusions required by: Tuesday, 6 September by 4 p.m. Ph: 4938 2312 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
SEPT 28: Golden Mount Festival Annual General Meeting Railway Hotel 6 pm. All Welcome.
SEPT 17: Local Ambulance Committee Annual General Meeting, 3 pm. Ambulance Station, Dee Street
MOUNT MORGAN MEN’S SHED INC. Meet 9 am - 12 noon Wednesdays at the Dee Bowls Club Phone John on 0429 055 165
SEPT 28: Dee River Oldies Group - Morning Tea with guest speaker. Starting at 10.00 am. Held in St Mary’s Hall, Gordon Street, Mount Morgan. (Behind the Anglican Church). The cost is $5. Raffle and lucky door prizes on the day.
NOV 12: Baree Markets will be held at the Baree Hall, Creek Street Baree 8 am - 12 noon. Contact Pam on 0438 584 377. Sites available.
GOLDEN MOUNT FESTIVAL ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2022 Festival was fantastic. Join a great group of people for the 2023 event. The Annual General Meeting of the Golden Mount Festival Association, Mount Morgan Inc will be held at the Railway Hotel on Wednesday, 28 September 2022 at 5.30 pm for 6 pm start. For nominations please contact goldenmountfestival@gmail.com. Financial members eligible to vote at AGM.
OCT 8: Baree Markets will be held at the Baree Hall, Creek Street Baree 8 am - 12 noon. Contact Pam on 0438 584 377. Sites available.
DEC 10: Baree Markets will be held at the Baree Hall, Creek Street Baree 8 am - 12 noon. Contact Pam on 0438 584 377. Sites available.
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