Issue 22

Volume 8, Issue 22

www.mountmorgan.org.au

7th - 21st November, 2013

Proudly brought to you by Mount Morgan Promotion & Development Inc. ABN 21 391 526 801

Anniversary service for Beersheba Battle- page 4

Locals get ghoulish for Halloween- page 6

2013 Seniors set for graduation - page 8

In 1992 local residents Allison McIntrye and Barry Reynolds began their venture operating the Mount Morgan Hot Bread Shop.

Today, more than two decades on and literally millions of pies later – the pair have celebrated the 21st birthday of the much loved local business.

Staff and members of the community joined in on the celebrations, held last Thursday (October 31st).

See page 3 for full story.

Members of the Hot Bread Shop team recently marked 21 years of business, with a Halloween themed birthday celebration in store. Pictured are Sarah Asling, Angela McIntyre, Ashia Heberlyn, Allison McIntyre and Ronnie Spence.

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This week we must say goodbye to the Golden Mount Carriage Crafts, which recently closed its doors at the Railway Complex.

After nearly 25 enjoyable years of meeting tourists, new residents to town and faithful local supporters, the time has come to reluctantly leave our carriages.

We, the Golden Mount Carriage Crafts group, started with 11 members who produced the locally made crafts for sale and one railway carriage. We operated from the Railway Platform once a month on Railway Market day.

Eventually we managed to be located in a permanent position where we remained for nearly 20 years. As we became better known and the tourists were visiting more frequently, we realised we needed more space to display our crafts. A second carriage was purchased by the members from the Railway Department in Rockhampton.

Fortunately, one of our members, an ex-railway employee was able to connect the two carriages with a connecting walkway and a ramp to the platform level for entry and exit. This second craft carriage was officially opened by David Anderson of the local ABC radio on November 6th, 1993 – the 4th birthday of the railway markets.

During the time, we enjoyed waving to the Railmotor full of passengers, the carriages pulled by the Hunslett Steam Loco and also the Fairmont Trolley rides as they passed our carriages.

On some occasions, when parents brought their children through the carriages, some of the children wondered why the carriages weren’t moving. For the older generation who were on a nostalgic trip back to Mount Morgan, we would often be asked questions like “How long have you lived in Mount Morgan?” and “Did you know so and so – he was a family member.” Most times someone in our group could come up with some helpful info they may not have known. We also had many enjoyable days especially during the May Day weekends, when many past residents returned to visit their families.

We must pay an especial tribute to Ron and Shirley Stone and Michea Dern who were responsible for the concept of utilising obsolete railway carriages to sell craft.

We hope to see the continued use of these carriages at the complex in the future.

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Their award winning pies; the wide variety of sweets and pastries; the bread baked fresh each day... There are countless reasons why so many celebrate the Mount Morgan Hot Bread Shop.

For owners, Barry Reynolds and Allison McIntyre, last Thursday saw 21 reasons to celebrate – when they marked the 21st year of business in the local community.

The pair, together with staff of the Hot Bread Shop, marked the milestone with giveaways to unsuspecting customers throughout the day.

An official party was also held at the business during the morning, which welcomed members of the community to enjoy a large cake made by the team for the special celebrations. The cake was cut by Allison, with the help of Mayor of Rockhampton Regional Council, Margaret Strelow and Deputy Mayor, Tony Williams - who made a special visit to Mount Morgan to help celebrate the bakery’s birthday (pictured right).

The event marked exactly 21 years to the day since Barry and Allison first opened the doors of the popular business.

“At that stage Barry had been a baker for more than twenty years,” Allison said on the commencement of their business venture.

“He had his own business in the Valley in Brisbane for years, and then moved to Rockhampton near his family.

All of the boys in his family are bakers and they operated about five bakeries in Rockhampton at that time.

“Barry wanted to get back into business, and well, that’s how it started. Leanne and Phillip Batchelor had put the Hot Bread Shop up for sale, and we bought it.”

Allison said the changes also include some impressive increases to the business.

“We started with four staff members and we now have 11. It’s great that we have been able to grow. It’s nice that you can give something to people, and they really appreciate it. I really think we have a great product.”

And others certainly agree.

Over the years, the Hot Bread Shop has become well known throughout the region for their pies – first making around 100 pies a day, now serving up to 600 each day.

This popularity has also seen the business take out a number of awards over the years – their most recent a top ranking in Australia’s Best Bakery awards.

“We don’t often enter competitions, they are a lot of hard work, but when we do we are always excited.

“A few years ago we entered the competition searching for the best bakery in Australia. We were second in the State and seventh in Australia.”

Although such recognitions are exciting, Allison said the overall highlight of their time in the community has been the people.

“The people and customers are really good,” she said.

“We meet and talk to so many people and it’s a privilege when you can give a good product to someone and they just keep coming back.

“We really would like to thank the community for their great support over the years.”

The Mount Morgan Hot Bread Shop has continued to serve tasty treats and freshly baked goods ever since – operating 11 hours a day, seven days a week.

For the team, last Thursday not only marked more than two decades of business in the community, but also a number of changes during that time.

“We have had a lot of changes over the years,” Allison said.

“When we first opened the doors, we were located toward the end of the street. We moved to our current area about 12 to 15 years ago, and since then have changed things around, moved our bakery section and opened up the seating area.”

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Community commemorates Beersheba

It was October 1917, World War I. The British had launched two unsuccessful attacks on the Turkish defense, and the aim of capturing Gaza was looking very distant.

With no water supplies and no time at hand, General Chauvel passes down the decision to charge Beersheba and the reserve Australian Light Horse Brigade are to make a frontal attack.

Beginning with a trot, a canter, and then finally a gallop, it isn’t long before the sound of thundering hooves fills the air, heightened only by the shouts of the riders.

Pounding along the desert sands, with a cloud of dust following, the Light Horse Brigade draws nearer to the Turkish Lines - whose occupants are unwearyingly waiting for the riders to dismount before they signal to “open fire”.

With the thought of Beersheba’s wells in mind, the men and their steeds continue to charge; the element of surprise becoming their greatest weapon.

With no time for the Turkish troops to adjust their guns, it isn’t long before their trenches are overrun – as the Light Horsemen charge toward Beersheba, and resultantly, into the pages of our history books.

Ninety six years on since the Battle of Beersheba, our community has once more paid respects to those who served in the war efforts and the Light Horse charge on October 31st.

Last Saturday, the 5th Light Horse Regiment Mount Morgan Troop held a ceremonial parade and service at ANZAC Park for the battle’s anniversary.

The day commenced with a Light Horse parade at the Mount Morgan Showgrounds, followed by a mounted and dismounted walk through Mount Morgan for the official service at ANZAC Park.

Members of the community joined the Light Horse Troop for the service, conducted by President of the Mount Morgan RSL Sub Branch, Mike Johnston and Lay Minister of the Anglican Church of Saint Mary’s, Keith Hare.

The service recalled the events that made up the particular World War I efforts, and included the laying of wreaths by members of the Light Horse Troop – with a special straw wreath laid in memory of the horses and their involvement in the Beersheba Battle.

Discussing the service, Secretary of the Mount Morgan Troop, Ron Stehn said it is an occasion the troop always looks to commemorate.

“Being Light Horse reenactors, we’re also students of history – and the Beersheba charge is recognised as the last successful charge of horses against another army,” Ron said.

“For the men, it really was a do or die decision. There was no water left, the horses were suffering from thirst, and it was seeming impossible to overrun the Turkish troops as they were equipped with mass killing machines.

“The charge was a big gamble, a totally new thing to do – brought on by desperation. But it paid off. They were expecting heavy losses but it was in fact one of the lightest casualties in the campaign. Of course it wasn’t light for those and the families of those that got hit – but they expected it to be much worse than it was.

“It is seen as a very important and brave action, and it’s an important thing to commemorate each year.”

Along with the commemoration, the location of the local event also holds great significance for those involved in the annual service.

“ANZAC Park is today the resting place of one of the guns used during the battle,” President of the Mount Morgan RSL Sub Branch, Mike Johnston said.

“The gun was one of three captured during the battle and brought back to Australia,” he said.

Mr Johnston said this year’s Beersheba ceremony was the first since the weapon’s restoration – renewed through a project of the RSL last year.

“We are very lucky to have it on display and in such a good condition as it is.”

“It is a light field gun and is set up as a fort gun, which is how it was used in Beersheba.”

Pictured below: members of the 5th Light Horse Regiment Mount Morgan Troop commemorate Beersheba Day with a service at ANZAC Park on October 26.

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A brand new stage curtain will soon be installed at the Mount Morgan School of Arts!!

All members of the community are invited to officially see the Hall’s new addition and meet the sponsors of this project next Tuesday (Nov 12).

Official proceedings will take place at 4:15pm The Hall will remain open until 6:30pm for those unable to attend the official proceedings.

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Forget running away and joining the circus… the circus will soon be coming to you!

Flipside Circus, Queensland’s premier youth circus will return to Mount Morgan this month, and will be conducting workshops for all to enjoy!

From the 18th until the 29th of November, Flipside Circus will be holding Circus Workshops at the Mount Morgan School of Arts Hall.

These workshops are free of charge and will be open to the whole community. All are encouraged to come along and get involved.

Workshops include: Mums & Bubs Kindy workshop: • 10:30am -11:30am.

• Tues 19th,Wed 20th & Friday 22nd Nov • And Mon 25th - Fri 29th Nov • Class is open to 1.5 - 4 year olds, plus carers.

Adult Circus Gear Making workshop: • 12:00pm - 1:00pm • Tues 19th,Wed 20th & Friday 22nd Nov • And Mon 25th & Wed 27th Nov

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Adult Circus workshop: • 1:30pm -3:00pm.

• Tues 19th,Wed 20th & Friday 22nd Nov • And Mon 25th, Tues 24th, Thurs 26th & Fri 27th Nov Kids Afterschool Circus workshops: • 3:30pm - 5:30pm • Tues 19th,Wed 20th & Friday 22nd Nov • And Mon 25th, Tues 24th, Thurs 26th & Fri 27th Nov

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Kids Saturday workshops: • 9:30am - 11:30am, 23rd Nov Family workshops: •1:30pm - 3:30pm, 23rd Nov For further details on the workshops, phone Flipside Circus on 07 3352 7233. Please note, workshops have set numbers so please book.

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The Night Moves Youth Group coordinated their annual Trick or Treat trek around Mount Morgan for Halloween last week, and were joined by an impressive number of locals for the occasion.

Each participant certainly got into the “spirit” of things and donned some very creepy and creative costumes.

The trick-or-treaters convened in Morgan Street in the early evening, before officially taking to the streets of the local neighbourhood in hope of scoring some sweets.

Pictured front page: Madison and Jessica.

Trick or treat?: from scary witches and wizards to sweet Tigger and Eeyore, there was a range of costumes for this year’s Halloween walk.

Ethan and Ezra dressed as Ron Weasley and Harry Potter.

Head to our Facebook page to see more photos from the evening.

(Back row) Dakota, Ali, Morgan, (front row) Ebony, Jocie, Cayte, Rheanna, Courtney and Jessica pause for a photo before their walk.

The Red Frog team’s having a ball Last Saturday evening, at the Frenchville Sports Club Early Childhood Educators celebrated their inaugural Educators Masquerade Ball.

Awards were presented in recognition of outstanding commitment in the early education and care sector. The Red Frog 4 Early Childhood Education Team (pictured) attended and thoroughly enjoyed the night.

A night like this helps raise an awareness of the remarkable work being done every day by early childhood educators and services and celebrates outstanding contributions to children, the community and to individual families.

Pictured: Sarah Scown, Shyan Pratt, Cecilia Moger, Mark Moger, Kelly Bolt, Korinda Hayes, Sam Cheers. Photo and article supplied.

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A variety of entertainment 1st of November marked Mt Morgan State High Schools’ 6th Annual Variety Night. The night was abuzz as the crowd poured in, filling the chairs and spilling onto the surrounding grass and retaining walls.

Students and ex-students had been preparing dance, song, and drama pieces for several weeks and were anxious to share them with their school peers and the wider community. Whilst nervous, students took on their respective pieces with gusto and the heartening and loud support of the audience became one of the highlights of the night.

The acts featured many debut performances from students who we had previously not heard from and whom ensure that the Variety Night will have a large pool of talent to seek out in its future years.

The list of acts included: Anna Craven/ Sabrina Stephen- Cup Song, Moniqua Spanner/ Chynna Williams- Take a Bow, Brodie Tremaine/ Cleavyn Cowl- Stand-up comedy act, Sammy Snarr- Traveling Soldier, Natasha Wyvill- Fix You, Roeshelle Mitchell/ Taliah Reid/ Jewel DolanDance number, Chad Robinson- Marry Me, Matthew Lodewikus- Comedy Skit, Chynna Williams- Titanium, Beau Munday- Designated Drinker, Moniqua SpannerUntouchable, Anna Craven/ Brodie Tremaine- Comedy performance, Moniqua Spanner- Only Exception, Miss Kahler- Farewell, Isaac Fox- California Girls, Natasha Wyvill/ Ashlee Wyvill/ Isaac Fox - Pony.

Pictured: performers and assistants gear up for the School Variety Night.

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In addition, this year, saw the first year of MMSHS inviting back ex-students to perform, which was found to be great way to strengthen and develop community links with the school.

Those who performed, as well as those who worked behind the scenes, deserve to be commended for their passion and hard work.

Pictured: Brodie Tremaine and Cleavyn Cowl perform their stand up... or sit down comedy skit as part of the evening’s lineup.

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Congratulations to all the students who picked up awards at the Mount Morgan State High School Sports Awards Ceremony, held last Thursday afternoon.

The event recognised the great sporting achievements of a number of local students, and welcomed students, staff and family to join together in congratulating each for their efforts.

Mount Morgan State High School’s Rugby League Open C 3rds Division Premiership winning team and Netball team were also represented and recognised for such a successful year.

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Pictured: a number of the afternoon’s proud participants.

Aged champions for Swimming, Cross Country and Athletics Carnivals included Dylan Forbes, Celine Lennox, Cleavyn Cowl, Elijah Anderson, Faith Rankin, Corrina Gasler, Maddison Mackay and Jarvis Richardson.

Seniors get set to graduate Graduation day - it’s been twelve years in the making for this group of local students, and in just a matter of days, the momentous occasion will be here.

Next Friday, 21 students of Mount Morgan State High School will officially farewell their schooling years, when they graduate as the senior class of 2013.

The classmates will wrap up their education years with an official sendoff assembly at the high school during the day, followed by an evening of celebrations with the Senior Formal.

The Mount Morgan State High School would like to welcome all interested members of the community to attend the official arrival of the seniors to their formal, and congratulate the students on their major milestone.

The students’ official arrival will take place at the front of the School of Arts at 6:30pm (Friday November 15).

All smiles: The Senior Class of 2013 are counting down until graduation day, with just over one week until the big event. (Top row to front row, left to right): Brendan Parry, James Cahill, Jason Wanstall, David Woods, Jacob Williams, Richard Anderson-Bell Robert Cahill, Curtly Toby, Bo Passmore Harry Dent, April Rudolph, Lydia Toby Emma Benjamin, Kaitlyn Tremaine, Tileea Tull Lydia Howe, Paul Lodewikus, Celine Lennox Jay Considine, Jayden Cowl and Phivie Bird. Absent from photo: Tianhi Watts.

6pm, Sunday Decemeber 1st Guest artists - Bouldercombe Singers and Jenny & Bruce Rogers Light refreshments served in Hall at 5pm All welcome to attend!

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As a follow on from the details included in Issue 20 of the Argus, the Department of Environment and Heritage Protection have advised that no further crocodile sightings at the Mount Morgan dam have been reported.

Two crocodile sightings were reported to EHP earlier last month, which resulted in an inspection of the Dam and the introduction of standard crocodile sighting warning signs at the area.

The crocodile sighting signs have been removed, following the standard seven day warning period.

EHP have advised that wildlife rangers will continue to monitor the Mount Morgan Dam. Crocodile sightings can be reported to EHP on 1300 130 372 and all crocodile reports received are investigated by the department.

For further information on crocodiles and being “Crocwise”, please head to EHP’s website at www.ehp. qld.gov.au.

Mt Morgan Rail Bridge On Monday 28 October, Mount Morgan residents were invited to attend a town meeting regarding the Mount Morgan Railway Bridge.

Councillor Cherie Rutherford would like to thank all those who attended for their thoughts and feedback.

"We really wanted to let the community know the state of the Railway Bridge and the findings from an independent engineering company, who strongly believe the bridge is unsafe, structurally unsound and at a great risk of falling apart at any moment," Cr Rutherford said.

"We'll take the engineers report to Continuing Council on 13 November where we'll be recommending Council votes to demolish it.

"It's not something that either Council or the Mount Morgan community ever wants to hear. Unfortunately, due to the age of the wooden bridge, it having severe flood damage earlier this year, and a fire previous to that, has made it very unstable.

"I really appreciated the discussions that took place and I'd like to thank the community members who came along, asked questions, listened and gave us some feedback on managing Mount Morgan's community assets."

BSA-licensed contractors must state their name and BSA licence number in all advertisements for building work.

Unlicensed contractors must state in their advertisements the value of work they can legally perform without a BSA licence which will never be more than $3,300.

Electricians and earthmovers are exempt from these requirements. Check the licence history of BSA-licensed contractors by performing a FREE Online Licence Search at www.bsa.qld.gov.au or calling BSA on 1300 BSA BSA.

We hope you are all continuing to hear about Random Acts of Kindness, and perhaps even joining in on the experience!

Some very exciting things have been happening for our program of late and we wanted to take the opportunity to share a few details with you.

Anonymous Friends coming to you through the radio waves!: First up, we are very excited to bring you news on a month long promotion through the radio for Anonymous Friends…

Recently, we have been speaking with Banksy and Brad from 101.5 SeaFM about the program and how Random Acts of Kindness has been growing both in the community and throughout the region.

The duo have become just as excited about the program as us, and are now official members. In celebration they have decided to commence a month of promotion of Random Acts of Kindness.

This will be kicking off this month and will see the SeaFM visit all participating stores of the program – including Rockhampton, Gracemere, Bouldercombe and of course, Mount Morgan!

This is expected to be a morning segment each day – so be sure to tune in to 101.5 FM and keep an eye out for the SeaFM team in Mount Morgan this month!!

Vouchers, vouchers, and did we say vouchers?!: A number of businesses and residents, both local and regional, have pledged a stack of vouchers as part of the promotion for the program.

Together, these exceed a whopping $3,000 worth of goods – and will be distributed randomly to unsuspecting customers during a “usual” day of shopping.

A huge thank you to all who have purchased vouchers as part of the program, we know that they will certainly make someone’s day!

Are you looking to become involved?: Christmas is on the way, and as the old saying goes – tis the season of giving!

If you as an individual and/or business would like to find out more on how you too can become a part of Anonymous Friends, head online to www.anonymousfriends.com.au You can also keep up to date with all of our happenings on Facebook.

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Now Stocking: parts & auto accessories!

Full driveway & friendly service Proud particpant of Anonymous Friends

Phone: 49381 361

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Phone Jason on 4926 1001 Mobile 0419 175 338

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Open 7 days

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Come in for a sit down meal, or take away.

Roofs airless sprayed from $1,700, Gutters & Facia from $250, Exteriors gurneyed from $300 All materials supplied at trade price Pensioner discount on Painting.

Prices apply only in Mt Morgan area.

Burgers, fish and chips, meals- lunch and dinner, sweets and much more!

Phone: 49381 808 65 Morgan Street (Formerly Rainbow Cafe)

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BUSINESSES, TRADES & SERVICES

Lisa Wyvill Director

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Local Licenced Mechanic Scotty Elliott PH: 49 382 505 / 0422 441859 MARK HUMPHREY’S ELECTRICAL 8 Baldwin Street Mount Morgan 4714 Electrical Lic. No. 74711

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Ted Malone MP Member for Mirani Hi there Argus readers, Can you believe it’s already November?!This year has certainly flown for us, with just three issues left of the 2013 Argus! We are looking forward to taking a look back on the year in our final issue in December. There have definitely been some very exciting and positive things for Mount Morgan over the past months.

We are also excited to bring you details on something very exciting for the School of Arts Hall…

The new stage curtain is set to arrive!!

In celebration, Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc., in conjunction with the project’s sponsors, will be holding an official “unveiling” of the curtain next Tuesday, November 12.

The official proceedings for the new addition will take place at 4:15pm, with a special thank you to the project’s sponsors. The Hall will be open until 6:30pm for all community members who are interested in taking a look.

We are also inviting the media to come along in the afternoon, so please be sure to come and check it out.

The curtain, including its full manufacture and installation is totaled at $6,500 and has been sponsored by Stanwell Power Station, Rockhampton Regional Council, the Rotary Club of Mount Morgan and the Royal Antediluvian Order of the Buffalos, Mount Morgan Branch.

Upcoming fundraisers:

Don’t forget about our upcoming functions in aim of raising funds for this year’s Christmas Tree Festival.

This Saturday we will be holding a trivia night. Late entries are still welcome, so if you have a group of 4 to 6, please contact our office on 4938 2333. We have prepared some great questions, and have the cold hard cash waiting for our winners!!

Our second fundraiser will be a cent sale, set to be held on the 23rd of November. We would like to apologise for the printing error in the last issue of the Argus which detailed the time of this event as 7pm. Please be advised that this event commences at 2pm.

The 2013 Christmas Tree Festival:

The countdown is on for the Christmas Tree Festival – with only five more weeks until the big event!! In the lead up, be sure to get cracking on those tree entries!

MMPAD and the Saint Mary’s Anglican Church warmly welcomes all interested individuals, families, businesses and groups to submit a tree as part of this year’s display.

We are also calling for stall holders to be part of this event. For further details on the event, or how you can become involved, please contact our office: 4938 2333 / mmpad@bigpond.com

Find us on Facebook!:

No doubt, many of you would have spotted our Project Officer, Camille and her trusty camera at a number of functions around town. Did you know that we upload many of our pics to our Facebook page?

You can catch all of these, as well as community information, details on upcoming events and more by liking and following our page – mount morgan promotion and development inc.

PO Box 56, Sarina Qld 4737 Telephone: 07 4956 1555 Fax : 07 4956 1980 Freecall: 1800 812 340 Email: mirani@parliament.qld.gov.au

From your State MP Queensland, It’s time to ‘Get Ready’ Storm and Cyclone season is almost upon us and it’s time for all Queensland residents to get ready for this summer’s forces of nature.

On any given day, all Queenslanders could be faced with the threat of storm, cyclone or even bushfires, but it’s ultimately up to us how we weather the storm and prepare ourselves.

It’s up to everyone to ensure nobody is caught off guard by preparing our homes and families so emergency crews can be directed where they will do the most good.

More than half of Queensland home insurance claims last year were storm related and much of this damage could have been avoided with some simple maintenance around the home.

While we cannot control the weather, we can prepare our homes at this time of the year and it could save a lot of the heartache that comes with water damage.

For further information and resources on how to prepare for disaster visit - http://www.stormwise.com.au/ New website – Plan for Life A new, “one stop shop” website will help Queenslanders take control of their lives and plan for the future. The Planning for Life portal provides information on wills, enduring powers of attorney and advance health care directives.

The site will also allow people to contact the Public Trustee or the Adult Guardian with questions about decisions relating to health and finances.

The site can be viewed at www.justice.qld.gov.au (type ‘planning for life’ in the Search box).

If you don’t have access to the internet, phone 1300 135 500 for information on these issues.

Safety at Road Works With unprecedented road works underway across Central Queensland and a road reconstruction program which will continue into 2014, motorists are urged to be considerate, drive with caution and obey the road works signage.

Almost 700 people are working right across the region to get the job done and the safety of these people is critical.

Driver behaviour is a key element in seeing construction workers, plant operators and traffic controllers go home safely each shift.

Motorists are urged to be patient, drive to the changed conditions and obey the road rules while these important road reconstructions works are carried out.

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Our Garage Sale / Auction:

On Sunday, the 27th of October, the Golden Mount Festival Committee held a Garage Sale / Auction in aim of raising funds for the proposed 2014 rodeo. We are very pleased to announce that this was a great success, with a great number of goods donated for the event and tremendous support by the community.

First of all, we were overwhelmed by the generosity of the residents and town’s people of Mount Morgan. We thank you with all our hearts, for without your support the garage sale/ auction would not have been the success that it was. Thank you.

We also would like to thank Greg Mathers and a small band of Golden Mount Festival members for their flexibility and willingness in transporting the goods to and from the School of Arts and other venues for storage at a moment’s notice. More importantly, it was all completed within the allotted time frame. A great effort by you all, and we thank you all.

We would also like to thank Barbara Gould for donating the 5 kilograms of prawns used on the day for a raffle prize. This was won, with ticket number, F39 by L. Jansen.

Congratulations! We would also like to thank John Burk and his grandson for delivering advertising material in connection with the event free of charge. A big thank you to you both.

Pictured top right: a bird’s eye view of Sunday’s auction. Pictured right: Among the crowd was local lad Hunter Passey, who (with mum’s help) bid on a set of wheels to take home.

Continued raffles at the Gracemere Sale Yards:

After one week’s absence, we again held a raffle at the Gracemere Sale Yards with a combined price drawn on the day of a $20 Glenmore Seafood voucher and a $10 Mount Morgan and Gracemere Hardware voucher. This was won again by Robbie at the on sight café with ticket number F94. This is the third time in a row the girls in the café have won.

ENROL NOW FOR 2014!

Saturday, November 23rd 2pm, School of Arts Hall Stacks of Christmas goodies to help you stock your pantry and Christmas stockings this festive season!!

Providing education and care from

babies to 5 year old children Plus school age care

Proceeds to 2013 Christmas Tree Festival.

For further details, please contact Mount Morgan Promotion and Development: Ph: 4938 2333 / Email: mmpad@bigpond.com

Phone Cecilia NOW on 4938 1051 for a no obligation tour 32 Thompson Ave, Mt Morgan (next to green shed).

Email: redfrog4ece@bigpond.com

----------------------------------------------In addition to Child Care Benefit (CCB) & Child Care Rebate (CCR), there is extra help available with the cost of child care: Kindy at low or no cost for Health Care Card holders for eligible families, Jobs Education and Training (JET) assistance where eligible parents pay $1.00 per hour, Grandparent Child Care Benefit (GCCB) and Special CCB (SCCB).

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This issue’s Visitor View has kindly been sent in by Townsville resident, Mr Kyle MacLeod, following a recent trip to the local area.

Kyle is the Secretary of the National Servicemen’s Association of Australia, Townsville Branch and visited Mount Morgan with a number of NSAA branch members when they were in the region for a conference. A very big thanks to Kyle for sharing these details with us.

On the 23rd of October, 30 of our members had a day trip to Rockhampton where we had a delicious morning tea provided by Maryanne and staff at The Botanic Gardens.

After a stroll around the gardens and a talk on the history of the gardens by Mark the tour guide, we then made our way to The Cambridge Hotel for a buffet lunch.

I can say that the highlight of our time in the area would probably have been the trip to Mount Morgan.

After lunch some went for a walk along the riverbank and some tried their luck at the pokies.

Our journey for the area started when John, of TMC Tours, picked us up in Rockhampton. Along the travels, John pointed out certain landmarks and also a few details on the Railway west of Rockhampton. There were 4 former QR employees aboard the bus, plus one from NSW Railway and many conversations along the way took place on railway topics- John, being a former QR member himself.

On the way home, we took the road past the Wool Wash as it has been quite some time since a lot of our members had been around that way.

During our tour around Mount Morgan, we made a stop at ANZAC Park. We met local resident Mike Johnston, who was waiting to meet up with us old Nashos. Mike gave a very interesting talk on the history of the two field guns mounted there and the group’s continued plans for the park.

The raffle, a voucher from The Golden Bite, was won by Eva Turner.

This will be our last bus trip for the year.

Pictured: Members of the Dee River Oldies take a stroll and enjoy morning tea at the Gardens. Photo supplied.

After our meet, we commenced the official tour, which John’s daughter Heike conducted. Many thanks goes to Heike- who did a magnificent commentary, and right off the cuff. She has a wealth of knowledge of the town.

After admiring the old historical buildings, it was time for lunch at the Leichhardt Hotel. We all enjoyed an excellent meal there.

Our next stop was the Historical Museum in town. We were all impressed with the amount of items and history on display. It brought back a lot of memories for us oldies.

As usual I was last to board the bus as I get engrossed in history.

After a little more sightseeing and stop-offs, we headed to the Railway Museum. Some of us watched a Video in an old Camp Wagon on the History of the old ‘Rack’ Railway.

Some took a ride up the yard on a restored motorised section car and some went on the tour of the old Ganger’s Trolley Shed where we learned what the old equipment was used for… Hard yaaka in those days!

We arrived back at accommodation area in Rockhampton in the afternoon after a very enjoyable day. Although a bit footsore, we all were very pleased about the day that John helped us carry out as most of us had not been there before. We found so much history in the town.

Pictured: Members enjoying lunch at the Cambridge. Photo supplied.

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Mountain Mick’s Chilli Beef & Corn

Forward Thinking A poem by Frank Clark The venue has not been chosen but my mind and pen will move I bet With concentration and imagination the pen will paint a picture of a trip that has not started yet I can paint a backyard fence but not a mural, I am a bit dense By using brainpower for an hour my pen may make sketch that makes sense Use your mind and words come and combine To trace a journey in time on track along a line At any age with mind usage the pen is guided along a page I won’t get sidetracked, keep my mind on track One may gain the knack even in old age

This is my take on the Mexican classic of Chilli - which as we know, many Mexicans love and it also includes one of the staple foods of the Americas for thousands of years- Corn, which is also called maize. So I hope you give it a go - it’s not that hot.

Shopping list: • 500g beef mince • 2 tbsp oil (olive or veg) • 2 large brown onions • 1 large chilli • 1 tbsp Cayenne pepper • 3 tbsp sweet paparika • 2 tbsp cumin • 1 tbsp coriander • ¼ teasp black pepper • ¼ teasp salt • 440g tin of corn kernels with the juice • 1 heaped teasp of crushed garlic • 2 tbsp tomato paste • 680g Passata sauce Method: Brown the onions in the oil, you need a lot of colour on the onions. Now add the beef mince and cook for 5 minutes stirring constantly. Next, add the chilli and garlic and stir together for a minute or so. Now we add all the spices and keep on stirring for 3 minutes. After this, add in the tomato paste and cook out the paste for 5 minutes. Now add the Passata sauce and corn with its juice and bring to the boil. Once boiling, turn down the heat and simmer for 25 to 35 minutes stirring every so often until the sauce reduces. Serve with either rice, pasta, corn chips or even on toast or tortilla. It’s a hearty and healthy breakfast, lunch or dinner. Please enjoy this as much as I have bringing it together for you all.

Find the team who bring you the Argus on Facebook!

Search Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Incorporated.

Can I hear the buzz of speech and the sound of moving feet With a clasp of hands we greet as at the bus stop we meet The chatter is like a flock of seagulls on the beach So much so it is hard to hear the bus brakes screech Only for the meeting I would be still dreaming The members with voices pin point sharp No chance I will be sleeping The flyer message strip identifies the gardens for the next bus trip Sorry I forgot, or my memory slipped Dee River Oldies say, finish pen point sketch you must On this bus there is no place for any kind of rust Doug wants the tour bus to slip out of town Without a sound At the foot of the Razorback, let it rip we are Botanic Gardens bound

Wood Turning Wednesday - 8:30am - 11:30am Saturdays - 8:30am - 12:30pm Located at the Mount Morgan Hospital New members welcome!

For further details on how you can become a member, please contact Peter Edman: Ph: 0487828444 / Email: firstfleeter@gmail.com

Hosted by the Mount Morgan Men’s Shed Incorporated.

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Public Notices

TOUCHWOOD THEATRE •98 JAMES ST MT MORGAN• •CANDY BAR•DOLBY SOUND• •AIR CONDITIONED•

Remembrance Day Services: Notice of meeting: Mount Morgan Agricultural Show The Mount Morgan RSL Sub Branch will beVolunteers holding a Society invites all Show Society Members, service for Remembrance Day at ANZAC Park and interested people to a thank you BBQatat11am, the on Monday the Sunday 11th of 11th November.

All With members of the Showgrounds, Sep 2011. a meeting community are invited to attend. and idea forum session to follow. Please RSVP for catering by Friday 9th Sep: 04032 92061 A Remembrance Day Service is being held in Wowan

on the 11th of- November.

Thisrequest: service will commence is at Research information Information 11am, held at the RSL Hall, Wowan. being sought for an upcoming project. If you know of any past information regarding: Nessie Chardon, the Mount Morgan School of Arts and Library, please phone John on: 4938 2548 / 0429 055 165 or email: bullocky@westnet.com.au WORK WANTED: Trailer repairs, small welding jobs, Mount Morgan ensure gates made to order.Phonebook: Phone Peter:To 4938 2965the / accuracy 0411 893details 778. within the new local directories, local of all residents are encouraged to provide residential details NEED ELECTRICIAN?: RJhave Electrician Ltd. of to theAN MMPAD Office. If you had a Pty change Licence no.

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Phone: 0431 576 101. address, a change of name or would not like your contact details- ALLSORTS: included (if details have been in past HANDYMAN home maintenance, prints), please contact the MMPAD Office at: 61 mowing, gardening, rubbish removal and cleaning.

Call MorganonStreet Mount Clayton 0401 381 436.Morgan or email: mmpad@ bigpond.com WANTED: Musicians wanted for casual jam sessions and occasional gigs.

C LPlease A S Swrite I F Idetails E D Sand contact number to Musos Inc., PO Box 213, Mount Morgan.

WORK WANTED: Fencing, small welding jobs, trees lopped, chain sawfor work and rubbish removed.

WANTED: dressmaker alterations of clothing.

Please contact the MMPAD office with details: PH: Peter 49382965 or 0411 893778.

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FOR SALE: 2 chestphone of drawersDigital TV black box - $25. Phone: 4938 1893 / 143 East GARAGE Saturday 3rd Septmber (Only after Street, MountSALE: Morgan.

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LOST DOG: Buddy, male, blackMount and silver silky Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th Nov / Friday 15th, Saturday terrier cross.

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16th & Sunday 17th Nov / Friday 22nd & Sat 23rd Nov. Missing from River Street, Sunday Aug 14. Reward Range of items for sale. offered. Phone Anne: 0434 592 065.

Date Claimers

Sep 7: Swinging Bridge Community Consultation Meeting, Date Claimers Community Services Hall, 6pm.

Nov 9: CWA Cent Sale. 2pm, CWA Hall.

Sep 9: Diggin’It! Gardening Comp - nominations open.

Nov 9: Trivia Night! 7pm, School of Arts Hall.

Sept GMF Cent Sale.

Mary’s, Team10: registrations still Saint welcome.

To2pm book your team, Sept 10: Grocery Cent Sale at QCWA please phone MMPAD: 4938 2333. Hall, East St, 2pm.

Sept Barefoot Bowls.

Dee Bowls Club.

Nov 18: 11:GMF Remembrance Day1pm.

Service.

11am, Mount Oct 1: “Spring Time Social” at St Marys Church, 2pm.

Morgan ANZAC Park. Hosted by Mt Morgan RSL. Oct State School P&C Car Boot Sale.

State School Nov8:12: Annual General Meeting of the Mount Morgan Railway Inc. 2.30pm, Mount Morgan Railway Museum grounds, 8am- 1pm.

Nov 15: Senior Formal. Official arrival of senior graduates. 6:30pm, School of Arts Hall. All welcome.

Nov 23: Christmas cent sale! 2pm, School of Arts Hall. Hosted by MMPAD. Proceeds to Christmas Tree Mount Morgan Festival. All welcome!

Nov 24: Baree School of Arts Annual General Meeting.

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