DULULU HOTEL - BACK
Unavoidable issues prevented the newly renovated Dululu Hotel from opening as scheduled on Sunday, 6 October, but the planned opening event still went ahead with more than 500 people turning up for the event. Co-owner Nicole Newman (pictured above) said it would
possibly be another three weeks before the pub officially opened. She was happy with the turn out for the day.
Many a fond memory of the hotel was shared by Dululu, Wowan and Mount Morgan residents and
travellers alike.
The NRL Grand Final was shown on the big screen and those who decided to camp over, partied late into the night with music by Coighty and the Kickstands.
Pictures on Page 2.
JODIE WINS FOCUS ON ABILITY SHORT FILM AWARD
Jodie Van de Wetering is a familiar face around Mount Morgan, having participated in improvised performances at events and the two seasons of Koch and Boules produced by Blue Eagle Productions. Among her many talents is her film making abilities. This talent recently paid off for Jodie when she recently won the NOVA Employment Choice Award for her short film World Famous (in Mount Morgan), the prize for which was a new Toyota Corolla. World Famous was filmed in Mount Morgan and is
a documentary about two autistic improv performers who go world famous in their hometown after creating their own web series. The web series of course is Koch and Boules.
The film festival offers inspiring stories, cultural exchange and community celebration showcasing films that highlight the diverse experiences and achievements of people with disabilities.
“World Famous is a five-minute documentary about the making of Koch and Boules, focusing on myself and Clint Lennox as the two lead actors. Clint’s an Aspie and I’m level two autistic, so us both being actors and writers flies in the face of the stereotype of autistic people being all about maths and science,” Jodie said.
“It’s a lighthearted way of challenging that stereotype, and looking at some of the challenges we’ve faced but focusing on what we’ve achieved and how far we’ve come.
“I’d had the idea behind World Famous for a while, but wasn’t sure what I was going to do with it,” Jodie said.
Jodie was over the moon with the win and is looking forward to her next outing in the film industy.
MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS DISCLAIMER
Above: Tammy Mead and Danie Swanepool. Below: Lydia and Donna Toby.
Above: Former Dululu resident, Freda McDougall. Below: Joe Laycock with Mitzi and Luke McFarlane.
Grand Hotel, Mount Morgan Melbourne Cup Day Luncheon
Tuesday, 5 November 2024
bookings essential - 4938 2300
$65 per person
Includes:
Lunch & a glass of Champagne on arrival
LUNCH: Cold Buffet of Leg Ham, Chicken & Prawns
SALADS: Pasta, Potato, Garden & Fruit
DESSERT: Fruit
“FASHIONS ON THE FOOTPATH”
PRIZES for Best Fascinator and Best Dressed
ANOTHER MILESTONE FOR MOUNT MORGAN PIPELINE PROJECT
The Mount Morgan Pipeline project has marked another milestone with construction underway on the two new Lucas Street reservoirs in Gracemere and only 7km of the 28km pipeline left to lay.
Contractor Haslin has poured the foundations of the two new concrete reservoirs and begun construction of their concrete walls.
When completed, each reservoir will have the capacity to hold 3.65 megalitres (combined, almost three Olympic swimming pools) of treated potable water.
Pipelaying on Razorback Road and in Mount Morgan is also progressing with about 21km of the total 28km already in the ground.
Works on the new Lucas Street pump station will commence once construction of the Gracemere reservoirs’ walls are completed.
Construction and groundworks for the Moonmera and Old Capricorn Highway pump stations is also in progress.
Once complete, the pipeline, reservoirs and water pump stations will deliver improved water security for Gracemere and provide a long-term sustainable water supply solution for the Mount Morgan community following three years of Level 6 water restrictions.
The project is expected to support 50 local jobs throughout construction with local contractors used for a range of works and services, including the Razorback Road improvement works and services.
The Mount Morgan Water Pipeline project includes:
• The 28km pipeline from Gracemere to Mount Morgan
• Upgrades to the Old Capricorn Highway pump station
• New reservoirs and new pump station at Lucas Street, Gracemere
• A new pump station and small reservoir at Moonmera, halfway along the route to Mount Morgan
The project is on track for completion in September 2025, weather permitting.
The $88.2 million project, which is jointly funded by
the Australian Government, through the National Water Grid Fund and the Queensland Government with Rockhampton Regional Council, began construction in January 2024 following three years of sustained drought across the Mount Morgan No. 7 Dam catchment.
Water flow and pumping system – How it works:
Source: The treated water will originate from the Athelstane Reservoir at South Rockhampton.
Mount Morgan’s permanent water supply will be fed from Athelstane Reservoir to the Lucas Street Reservoirs in Gracemere, primarily by gravity.
Pump Assistance: New pumps installed at the Old Capricorn Highway will boost water supply to Lucas Street reservoirs as needed.
Lucas Street Reservoirs in Gracemere: The two new reservoirs currently being constructed at Lucas Street will have the capacity to hold 3.65megalites each (combined total 7.3ML, almost three Olympic swimming pools) of treated potable water.
Moonmera Pump Station: Water is then pumped from the Lucas Street reservoirs to the Mount Morgan South Reservoir via a new pump station located at Moonmera.
This pump station is located at the base of the steepest part of the Razorback and will operate at a high pressure flow rate of 31.3 Liters per second.
Purpose of the Moonmera Pump Station: The primary function of the Moonmera pump station is to act as a hydraulic break and booster pump station for the final supply of water to the South Reservoir in Mount Morgan.
Mount Morgan Water Pipeline Route:
The pipeline will enter Mount Morgan via Razorback Road, along Creek Street, Old Baree Road, then along Baree Road into East Street Extended. From here it will turn into Byrnes Parade and Cross the Dee River in line with Black Street where the pipeline will be connected to the South Reservoir.
Above: Progress continues on the left hand of the Razorback (travelling up the hill). The concrete wall and rail corridor will not be impacted in works taking place on the Razorback.
QUEENSLAND VOTES
STEPHEN ANDREW KATTER AUSTRALIAN PARTY
Stephen Andrew has served as the member for Mirani in the Queensland Legislative Assembly since 2017 and will be runing for the Katter Australian Party. Mirani electorate is 72,534km2–so he spends a great deal of time on the road.
Proudly a fourth-generation South Sea Islander and the first South Sea Islander elected to parliament, Stephen was born and bred in Mackay. His greatgreat-grandmother Lucy Querro of Ambae Island (now part of Vanuatu) and was one of many to come to Queensland to work.
A caring and loving family man, Stephen and wife Kym have two daughters. His Christian faith assists him to honour family values and beliefs. Stephen runs two businesses - his pest control business called CQ Feral which entails vertebrate pest management for farmers and he is also a licensed weapons dealer. When he has down time he enjoys saltwater fishing; camping and searching for old stone and glass embossed bottles that display local Queensland towns.
Stephen has a deep connection to this region, and prior to being first elected he worked as a fitter and turner in the mining industry. He has served two terms as the Member for Mirani and he believes his hard work for, and understanding of, Central Queenslanders and our communities uniquely qualifies him for the role now and into the future. Stephen is available (in person or on the phone) to all constituents for advice and assistance. With two offices (Mount Morgan and Sarina) his electorate staff are local community people keeping the cogs turning smoothly and resolving issues accordingly.
Submitted by Stephen Andrew
QUEENSLAND VOTES
BRETTLYN “BEAVER” NEAL ONE NATION
Boxing champion Brettlyn ‘Beaver’ Neal is hanging up her gloves to take on the seat of Mirani for One Nation at the Queensland state election. The number one female fighter in Fred Brophy’s famous boxing tent has won more than 250 fights and several titles, but Beaver is saving her best punches for a knockout blow to the major parties in the contest for Mirani.
“This is one fight where I won’t be pulling any punches,” she said. “I’ll fight hard against the Pioneer-Burdekin pumped hydro project which threatens farms and homes in Netherdale, Eungella and the Pioneer Valley.
“I’ll fight hard against the escalating youth crime which is forcing Queenslanders to live in fear. I’ll fight hard for effective measures to reduce the cost of living. I’ll fight hard for the policies that improve housing affordability and availability. I’ll fight hard for better health services in regional Queensland.”
Starting out as a ‘jillaroo’ on a Queensland cattle station as a teenager, Ms Neal has been a security expert, educator and social worker. In addition to boxing and racing camels, she’s worked with at-risk Indigenous youth in remote areas as part of intervention and redirection programs. Most recently she’s worked as Pauline Hanson’s office manager.
“Working alongside Pauline Hanson has inspired me to put my hand up for the party and run in the seat of Mirani,” she said. “There’s no-one who understands the issues in Queensland and Australia better than Pauline, and working beside her has been a real education.”
Submitted by Brettlyn “Beaver” Neal
WIND FARM CONSTRUCTION TO BEGIN
Boulder Creek Wind Farm project will commence in November 2024 according to Aula Energy, and its joint venture partner CS Energy.
Financial Close for the project was achieved on Friday, 27 September 2024.
Head of Development, Anthony Russo Finanical Financial meant that all the necessary funding is in place to commence work on the $740 million wind farm. When completed it will produce enough energy to power the equivalent of more than 85,000 Australian homes*.
“We anticipate it will take approximately three years to install the project’s 38 turbines on the ranges between Mount Morgan and Westwood, 40km southwest of Rockhampton, with full operations expected to commence in 2027,” he said.
Preparatory works at the wind farm are planned to commence in November, beginning with site compound establishment, translocation of protected cycad plants, and surveying works. Construction of external access roads to the site from Westwood is expected in December 2024, with establishment of internal access roads to follow. Construction activity will ramp up over first quarter in 2025.
“We are committed to keeping you informed throughout this period and will be sharing more information regarding the construction schedule and activities through various channels – including the project website and via email. A Community Liaison Group has also been established as a forum to share updates and obtain feedback from local people on the project as it moves through the construction phase and into operations,” Mr Russo said.
“We have a dedicated 1800 number and welcome your feedback and questions as we commence this next phase of the project. You can also contact the project via email, at info@bouldercreekwindfarm. com.au. We are committed to responding to enquiries in a timely manner, in accordance with our Complaint and Investigation and Response Plan,” he said.
More information about the Boulder Creek Wind Farm is available on the project website: www. bouldercreekwindfarm.com
A community liaison group meeting will be held during October to provide stakeholders with further details about the construction program and the opportunity to meet our key delivery partners.
“We look forward to working with you over the months and years ahead as we deliver the Boulder Creek Wind Farm, providing clean energy for the people of Queensland.”
ROTARY CLUB OF MOUNT MORGAN
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HERITAGE MINERALS ACTIVITY CONTINUES
Heritage Minerals’ early works construction activity continues apace at the Mount Morgan mine site. The project is proceeding full steam ahead as it moves toward financial close and a number of new construction activities have commenced.
Following several years of preparatory studies and extensive interaction with the Department of Resources, Heritage Minerals has recently been contracted by the Department to construct the coffer dam.
“This will be at no cost to the state government, this will be built using highly innovative robotic dozers and represents a major next step for Heritage Minerals at the Mount Morgan Tailings Processing and Rehabilitation Project,” Director, Corporate Affairs, Craig Wilson said.
The coffer dam will be built between Sandstone Gully and the Open Cut Pit (OCP)
“As Heritage Minerals moves ever closer to financial close, the next phase of effort at the project site leading up to commencement of construction of the processing plant will focus on the completion of the coffer dam and the new 120m metre culvert,” he said. Mr Wilson said the culvert would act as a safeguard for any OCP overflow and was necessary for the Project.
Safety officers on site have also recently discovered some legacy asbestos, as would be expected of an abandoned mine. “In line with our various safety policies and legal obligations, Heritage Minerals is also now moving to re-allocate resources to safely capture and remove this asbestos from the site,“ Mr Wilson said. Heritage Minerals has contracted engineering firm GHD to assist with this task.
Mount Morgan Police Busy During September
Over the past month officers from Mount Morgan Police Station have been extremely busy managing two concurrent Policing operations, whilst continuing to provide the usual high-level of service that the community deserves and expects.
Operation Foregoing
Operation Foregoing is a joint response between Mount Morgan Police and the Rockhampton Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB), in relation to a recent series of bushfires in the Mount Morgan area. Including the 22 September fire there had been seven fires that were considered suspicious. Investigations are continuing.
Notably, on 22 September, a fire on the Mount Morgan Range caused the road to be shut due to the proximity of the fire and subsequent smoke to road users. After an initial response by the Queensland Fire Department (QFD) the management of the fire was handed to the Rural Fire Service Queensland (RFSQ).
The RFSQ conducted back burning operations in the area in effort to stop the spread of the fire. The State Emergency Service (SES) also responded to the scene and provided urgent and much needed assistance to Mount Morgan Police.
Razorback road was closed due to ongoing road works and the Rockhampton Regional Council emergently opened Razorback Road at the request of Mount Morgan Police to facilitate the flow of traffic to and from Mount Morgan.
On this occasion a male person in the immediate area was considered a suspect, was arrested, and was released without charge pending further investigation. Traffic management was in place whilst the fire burnt for a period of two days.
Due to the hard work of all combined emergency services there were no property’s lost.
Mount Morgan Police urges the community to provide any information that can assist with the investigation and to remain vigilant as we approach warmer weather and report any suspicious activity. In an emergency, call 000. If not an emergent situation call Policelink on 131444.
Mount Morgan Police would also like to advise any landowner that is considering any back burning in response to these fires to talk to the local council and the Queensland Fire Department before doing so and as a reminder, a permit is required.
Finally, deliberately lighting bush fires can have extreme consequences including the loss of property and lives.
The act of deliberately lighting a bush fire is a serious offence, contained under the Criminal Code, punishable by up to 14 years imprisonment, and
Mount Morgan Police will hold anyone who unlawfully lights a bush fire accountable for their actions.
Operation Run
Operation Run is a Mount Morgan led operation targeting the illicit drug supply network within the community supported by officers by the Rockhampton Dog Squad and the Capricornia District Tactical Crime Squad (TCS). Operation Run is unrelated to the current fires and is a planned response to recent drug detections in Mount Morgan. It is a known fact that the distribution and consumption of dangerous drugs has disastrous effects for communities including road trauma, domestic violence, and an overall increase in crime. So far Operation Run has involved the execution of several search warrants which has led to arrests for the possession of drugs and the detection of several drug drivers.
Mount Morgan Police warns any person within the community who decides to engage in the supply of drugs that it will not be accepted by Mount Morgan Police and that a substantial amount of intelligence has been generated from this operation and further arrests will occur.
Mount Morgan Police urges members of the community who have information for Police in relation to the sale of drugs to report it anonymously through Crime Stoppers by calling 1800 333 000.
CALLIUNGAL RURAL FIRE NEWS
The Calliungal Rural Fire Service, along with other rural brigades attended a fire on the Mount Morgan Range on Sunday, 22 September. The fire started at about 12 noon.
It took two days before the fire was under control. Controlled back-burning was carried out to reduce the fuel load. The fire burnt for almost a week.
The range was open initially (single lane of traffic) heading down and we managed to get a single lane
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open to go up the Razorback. After the first night we had to close the range to clear large rocks and trees that had fallen onto the road.
By the afternoon of the third day we had the range fully open with drive to conditions directions in place due to the possibility of more rock and tree falls. The fire burnt from the range to Poison Creek to Razorback and to Leydens Hill into the Queen of the Valley Road area. No homes were lost but a few tank water pipes were burnt and needed to be replaced.
The brigades that attended were Calliungal 51 and 52, Alton Downs 51 and 71 water tankers, Wowan 51, Dululu 51, The Caves 51, Stanwell 51, Nankin 51, Bouldercombe 51 and 52, Gracemere 51, Nerimbera 4 and Belmont 51 and 52. There were 45 volunteers that helped with the fire.
We had to do a very large back burning operation around homes in Queen of the Valley Road, Grant Road, Radloff St, Preston Rd, Wayne's Lane and along Poison Creek behind the homes trying to stop the fire as well as reducing some of the fuel load in the area.
Due to fires that appear to have have been deliberately lit this year, it has been hard to get standard hazard reduction burning done.
The Calliungal Rural and all surrounding rural fire department personnel wish to advise everyone if you are having a fire out side of a fire pit you can not have it any larger than two metres in any direction.
If you need to make it larger please contact your local fire wardens an get yourself a permit if you are unsure who to contact an see go to your local fire station and they can give you a contact phone number.
Photos and Article submitted by Aaron Mitchell.
POLICE REMEMBRANCE DAY
On Friday, 27 September Mount Morgan
Officers,
honour
those officers who have lost their lives in the course of their duties. The quiet service at the Mount Morgan Cenotaph was also attended by RSL President, Howard Simcoe, who also laid a wreath.
Police
Senior Constable Rachel Robson and Constable Jerome Vidal laid wreaths in
of
MIRANI MESSAGE
With Stephen Andrew, MP
The Queensland State Election is fast approaching. Yes, I am ‘throwing my hat in the ring’; ready, willing and able, to continue serving you ALL. The electorate of Mirani is the heart of Queensland and Mount Morgan and surrounds are a special part of this heart.
The ‘Renewable Energy” developments in Central Queensland really concern me and many others in our communities and rightly so. I am outraged that these planned developments have literally arrived on our doorsteps unchallenged.
They will change our rural/residential areas forever. It is a complex, fast changing, multi-faceted, big moneymaking industry that operates by avoiding the people affected, presenting complex scientific information that is difficult for a “lay person’ to understand and compromising engagement with communities by division rather than community cohesion. What will the short and long term legacy of these developments be? To our people, our land, our water, our flora, our fauna.
These are the first of many ‘renewable’ development applications that are planned in my electorate and I stand with every person and community affected. There are numerous additional developments including solar factories. Currently I am working with local groups regarding the following:
Bouldercombe - Big BESS – 10 hectares –40 Tesla Megapacks and associated infrastructure. Location lease on private property, opposite the Substation on the Burnett Hwy near Child’s Avenue. I have sourced acoustic sound monitoring equipment to obtain independent data and sent an objection submission to Rockhampton Regional Council. Ongoing support to the Bouldercombe Renewables Group.
Westwood – Boulder Creek Wind Farm project will commence in November 2024. Schedule is three years to install 38 turbines (capacity is 60) and associated infrastructure. on the ranges between Mount Morgan and Westwood, with full operations expected to commence in 2027. Funding is approved to $740 million.
Mount Hopeful - Wind Farm is southeast of Mount Morgan and is situated within the localities of Bajool and Ulogie. On 17 freehold properties and local road reserves, covering an area of approximately 16,745 hectares. Install initially is 97 (capacity is 116) turbines, battery storage and infrastructure and capacity of 330 MW and will be fully owned by Neoen in partnership with Stanwell Corporation.
The Mount Morgan mine has been paramount to Queensland’s financial foundation and Heritage Minerals have now progressed the “tailings project” to the next stage which will benefit the local community
with jobs, services and support industries.
The $88.2 million water pipeline construction continues and commissioning day is on the horizon! I am proud to deliver this project which will have significant impacts for local residents, businesses and the environment.
The dinosaur footprints are crying out for more investment, continuing the fight to make sure they are opened again. They are crying out for that tourism investment. It has been an absolute shame to watch it sit closed.
Remember, when you go to vote Queensland must have a strong cross bench, especially being a unicameral government.
Small parties and independents are a real growing power in Parliaments - never let the voice of people who passionately stand for and represent their people go undervalued by the bigger parties.
DEE RIVER OLDIES
Getting our members out and about is what we try and do. It was good to see our members who came along and enjoyed their cuppa with a delicious morning tea. Members enjoyed listening and singing along with the Bouldercombe Singers who entertained us with some favourite tunes.
Now that October has arrived we will have our last Morning Tea for the year on Wednesday, 23 October, 2024 starting at 10 am. It is 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 the morning. Raffle and lucky door prizes.
Mark the date on your calendar for our Christmas lunch on Friday, 29 November, 2024. It will be held at the Grand Hotel, Mount Morgan. Entry from 11.30 am. We will have hot chicken, ham and veges with plum pudding and custard. Members are asked to pay $15 being $10 towards lunch and $5 for the raffle. Please pay at our October Morning Tea.
A very big thank you to our members, artists and guest speakers for giving us their time to make a difference. It is appreciated.
Check out the 'Save the Date ' on the back page of the Argus for our next meeting dates.
Stay happy and healthy.
The Steering Committee
Carol Glover 4938 1995 Colleen Constable 0427 161 131
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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.
MOUNT MORGAN CITIZEN’S CLUB
Mods and Rockers Dance
Thank you to all who attended our Mods and Rockers dance, we had a full house on the night, with barely a seat left! There were fantastic costumes ranging from ladies in Happy Days rock n roll style, through to the mod mini and boots, with the gents sporting rocker shirts and leather. Many thanks to Graeme from Mount Morgan Collectables and Memories for his contribution of old records to our decorations, that added to the very 50’s/60’s inspired décor, and to the Twisted Weaver for her donation of a beautiful woven basket filled with goodies for our raffle. A big
shout out goes to our wonderful musicians from Capricornia Dance Exchange, and newcomer to our dances, with an impressive music industry history behind him, Richard Grist (pictured above)-. We appreciate the generosity they show each time they perform, and the crowds love them!
Mount Morgan Arts Precinct
With State government going into caretaker mode due to the upcoming election a couple of days after submission of the change of town plan for State Government consideration, we are expecting delays before it is returned to RRC for final adoption. We await with great anticipation to get stuck into more extensive renovations. In the meantime, we have been busy with the abundant Pioneer Community Garden, and clearing the embankment Dee St side of dead trees, planting out fruit trees and bird attracting natives.
Up and Coming Dances
26 October – Mexican Fiesta: Day of the Dead will be a colourful extravaganza, and hopefully sees lots of fantastic, Halloweeny costumes. 30 November – A Night In the Tropics. This should be a fun theme, be it Hawaiian luau or South American salsa, the night is set to sizzle!
Contact Details
For updates on our activities, please follow us on Facebook. For Soldiers’ Room Hall Bookings, please call 0411 865 621
Get ready for Voting!
If you plan to visit the Mount Morgan School of Arts to cast your vote early for the 2024 State General Election or visit the Mount Morgan School of Arts to cast your vote on Saturday 26 October – keep your Voter Information card handy and drop into the Mount Morgan Library (just next door) and sign up to become a library member.
Library Membership is free, and all you need to join is the presentation of a Government issued document (such as a Voter Information card or Health Care Card); a current Driver’s Licence or Photo Identification Card; Rockhampton Regional Council Rates notice; utilities bill or official lease agreement - and completion of the Library Membership Application form.
Your new library card ready to use in a heartbeat and will open worlds of learning and entertainment across all our four library branches.
If you have children aged under 17 years, present a Medicare Card showing their name plus a parent or guardian’s ID to ensure your baby, toddler, child or young adult has their own library card. Our youngest library member was only a week old when his parents joined him up.
Young children aged 0-5 years who become library members receive a special First 5 Forever library bag filled with goodies including a quality picture book, a rubber duckie, a pencil case with a set of pencils and chalk, a bouncy rubber ball and information to support early literacy development for your child.
The Mount Morgan Library is air conditioned with lots of collections to browse and enjoy. Read a newspaper, tarry awhile on a jigsaw, log into your social media account or enquire about a new book you would like to read – we look forward to seeing you soon at any of our libraries, but particularly at the Mount Morgan Library.
The Mount Morgan Library is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00am -1:00pm; 2:00pm-5:00pm and open alternate Saturdays with Gracemere Library.
The Mount Morgan Library will be open on the following Saturdays (9:00am -12noon) until the end of the year: 12 Oct; 26 Oct; 09 Nov; 23 Nov; 07 Dec; 21 Dec.
Phone the Library Administration Office (MondayFriday) from 8:30am – 5:00pm on 49368 043.
The Mount Morgan Library can be contacted during opening hours on 4936 8169.
LIBRARY NEWS
Recently, National Police Remembrance Day was commemorated across Australia.
My team laid wreaths on my behalf at services in Gladstone and Blackwater.
The Leader of the Opposition, Peter Dutton released a statement that I thought perfectly honoured the brave men and women who have lost their lives in service to our community.
His statement said:
“They watch over our communities. They work to keep our streets safe. They answer our calls for help in times of danger and distress.
Whether they are preventing, detecting, responding to, or investigating crime, every day our police officers, detectives, investigators and specialist units serve the cause of law, order and justice.
In their noble duty and dedication to the greater good, our police officers willingly put themselves in harm’s way to help their fellow citizens.
This year, as tragedy unfolded at Westfield Bondi Junction on the afternoon of Saturday 13 April, we
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Above: Clint Lennox at the Mount Morgan Library.
were reminded of the virtues that our police officers embody and exemplify: commitment, courage, concern, compassion and composure.
New South Wales Police Inspector, Amy Scott, ran towards danger. She brought to an end one man’s murderous rampage. In neutralising the assailant, the female police officer saved countless other lives.
Amy Scott, like her brothers and sisters in blue, always put the safety of their fellow Australians ahead of their own. The cost of confronting criminals and of jumping into jeopardy can often be the police officer’s own life.
Some 826 police officers have been killed in the line of duty in jurisdictions around our country since 1803.
Every year, on 29 September, we pay tribute to those officers who gave their lives while serving and protecting.
Every year, on 29 September, we also recommit to providing solace and support to the partners, children, families and colleagues of our fallen officers, including of course, those whose stoicism often conceals an enduring sorrow and suffering despite the passing of years.
National Police Remembrance Day was first observed on this day in 1989 coinciding with the feast day of Saint Michael the Archangel – the patron saint of police officers.
In that same year, New South Wales Constable Allan McQueen was one of 13 officers killed on the job in a horror year for our police forces.
As the 26-year-old Constable and his 19-yearold junior partner attempted to detain a car thief in Woolloomooloo, the offender produced a concealed gun and shot both officers. Despite their injuries, the officers gave chase. Constable McQueen died days later of his chest wounds and was awarded the Star of Courage.
It was reported that 300 family and friends and some 300 fellow officers attended Constable McQueen’s funeral. Among the congregation was a local townswoman, Mrs Val Studdert, who had not met Allan, but attended the service out of respect for his duty and his valiant deeds.
Her words that day capture the importance of the work that our police officers do every day. She said, ‘if we don’t have law and order, we have nothing.’
On behalf of the Coalition, I pay my respects to all of our fallen police officers on their Remembrance Day. And I express my thanks to all those sworn to protect and to serve our community and our great country.”
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 leave at 21 Gordon Street during opening hours
Meets every third Wednesday at the Green Shed Thompson Ave 9.30 am meet for 10 am start.
Serving Regional Australia
Monday, 14 October 2024
10:00 am to 3:30 pm
Opposite the fire station, Morgan Street
MOUNT MORGAN
SAVE THE DATE! CLASSIFIEDS
OCT 12: Baree Markets from 8 am until 12 noon. Baree School of Arts, Creek Street, Baree.
OCT 14: Mount Morgan Buy Local Promotion starts.
OCT 14: Australian Government Mobile Bus Service Centret 10 am to 3.30 pm opposite the Mount Morgan Fire Station.
OCT 15: OCT 15: 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).
OCT 19: Car Boot Sale held by Mount Morgan Rodeo Association Inc. Mount Morgan Showgrounds. Gates open at 7 am. Gold Coin donation.
OCT 20: Bouldercombe Wellness Expo. Bouldercombe Progress Association grounds. 9 am to 3 pm.
OCT 23: Dee River Oldies Group - 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. Come along and enjoy the morning.
OCT 26: Mexican Fiesta: Day of the Dead. Mount Morgan Soldiers’ Rooms, 18 Morgan Street. From 7 pm. Bar operating. Snacks and refreshments available.
NOV 3: Country Music Afternoon. 12 noon until 4 pm. Afternoon tea provided. Raffle and Lucky Door. Soldiers’ Rooms, 18 Morgan Street.
NOV 9: Baree Markets from 8 am until 12 noon. Baree School of Arts, Creek Street, Baree.
NOV 19: 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).
NOV 29: Dee River Oldies Group - Christmas Lunch at the Grand Hotel, Mount Morgan. Entry from 11.30am. Cost to members is $15 being $10 for lunch and $5 for the raffle. Please pay at October Morning Tea.
NOV 30: Tropical Hawaiian Luau. Mount Morgan Soldiers’ Rooms, 18 Morgan Street. From 7 pm. Bar operating. Snacks and refreshments available.
DEC 10: 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). This is being held a week earlier than usual.
DEC 14: Baree Markets from 8 am until 12 noon. Baree School of Arts, Creek Street, Baree.
DEC 18: Buy Local Promotion finishes.
DEC 20: Mount Morgan Twilight Christmas Concert. Mount Morgan Railway Station. Gates open 4.30 pm, concert starts at 5.00 pm. More details to come.
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
VOLUNTEER DRIVERS FOR MEALS ON WHEELS
PHONE 07 4938 1935
LIGHT ON THE HILL CHURCH
For Sale: 1993 Rodeo Dual Cab with canopy. Runs well. No rust, $1500 Unreg. Phone 0438 882 590.
CAN YOU HELP?
I am looking for people who would like to support Stephen Andrew our Member for Mirani, by volunteering at the Mount Morgan Pre Poll Centre. Only skills needed are a smile and happy to chat. Please call or text your details to me on 0417 114 412. Thank you Dana Answer
Authorised by S. Major for Katter’s Australian Party, 2/321 Sturt St. Townsville Q 4810
MOUNT
MORGAN AGRICULTURAL SHOW SOCIETY INC
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING SUNDAY, 1 December 2024 AT 9.30 AM
MOUNT MORGAN SHOWGROUNDS EVERYONE WELCOME.
For further information
Contact Noel on 0418 729 122
MOUNT MORGAN RSL SUB Branch Inc
Business meetings held 10 am Last Saturday of the month. 1 Cornes Street, Mount Morgan.
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