The Mount Morgan Volume 17 Issue 22

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HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION DRAWS TO A CLOSE

A small, but enthusiastic group of Year 12 students, closed the door on their formal High School education on Friday, 18 November 2022.

The 2022 cohort of Year 12 students is the smallest for

some years. The students were presented with their folios and a gift at an assembly in their honour. High School Principal, Mr Dan Petersen recounted the journey of these students.

“As a Year 12 cohort, you have

certainly had to endure more than your fair share of adversity over the past three years.

“With all things considered, it has been an awesome achievement for you to have come this far and

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POOL & PIPELINE INFO SESSION WELL RECEIVED

Rockhampton Regional Council’s (RRC) Pool and Pipeline Information Session on Wednesday, 9 November 2022 was well received according to Mayor, Cr Tony Williams.

Held at the Mount Morgan School of Arts the session provided an opportunity for Council to share updates on the Pipeline Project as well as seek feedback on the Pool Redevelopment.

More than 80 Mount Morgan locals attended the session.

“Myself, Councillors and Council Officers attended the session and got the opportunity to talk to residents who shared their feedback, asked questions, showed their passion for the community and these two vital projects,” Mayor Williams said.

“I really enjoyed speaking with the community and being able to share information about these projects.”

Parks, Sport and Public Spaces Councillor Cherie Rutherford said it was great to see so many familiar faces attend the community session.

“The community session wasn’t just an opportunity for Council to share information, but for us to speak with residents and hear directly from them about what they wanted,” Cr Rutherford said.

“The Pool Redevelopment is an exciting project for Mount Morgan and the feedback gained from the community session as well as the survey will help shape what the pool will look like.

“I am looking forward to the range of features the new pool will have, some of which includes new shade structures, a splash pad/wet play, new change rooms, amenities and entry kiosk, landscaping, lighting, and car park resurfacing.

“We will also be building a Changing Places adult changing facility which is the first one at a pool in our region. This facility will provide a place for people with high support needs who cannot use standard accessible toilets so I’m really pleased to see this in the design for the pool.

“The redevelopment will also see the construction of a new 25 metre 8-lane tiled pool with starting blocks and accessibility ramp and installation of filtration and sanitation plant equipment.

“If you were unable to attend the information session and want to provide feedback on the pool you can still have your say by completing the survey.

“Council will collate the community feedback once the survey closes on 14 November, to inform the final design of the pool. After that we will be calling for tenders. Once a tender is awarded, the detailed design and construction will begin.

“I am very eager to see the design come together and the works kick off.”

Water and Environmental Sustainability Councillor Donna

Kirkland said it was great to provide updates on the pipeline project to the attendees as well as answer their questions.

“The project is on track, and the information session was a great way to share updates and information to the community about how it’s progressing and what to expect next,” Cr Kirkland said.

“We are accelerating the process as much as we can in an effort to start construction as soon as possible.

“The design, procurement and selection of contractors will be worked on simultaneously to ensure the timely delivery of the project. This also means we can hopefully complete the project by Christmas 2024.

“We know how difficult this journey has been for the people of Mount Morgan and we truly appreciate your patience and cooperation while we take the time to get this right.

“We know how much the pipeline and pool mean to the community, so it was great to have a chat and catch up about these projects.”

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taken ownership over your learning, despite all the distractions. It has been a long road, but you should all be proud of yourselves,” Mr Petersen said.

Putting their achievement in context, he said that these students were amongst 50,000 graduating Year 12 on Friday.

“Your cohort started Year Seven in 2017 at Mount Morgan with 32 students and have finished with nine,” he said.

During this time the students have had the opportunity to participate in a wide range of activities both within the classroom - including RSAs, RSGs, First Aid, White Cards, nationally recognised certificates in fitness, business, hospitality as well as numerous TAFE and unversity courses. Outside the classroom this has included a multitude of sporting and cultural events, camps, excursions and more.

Cr Cherie Rutherford presented the students with a small gift and provided them with words of encouragement for their future.

Year Level Coordinator, Ms Justene Webb reminded students that if they didn’t go after what they want, they would never have it, if they don’t ask, the answer is always going to be no and if they didn’t step forward, they are always going to be in the same place.

Following cutting the graduation cake, the Year 12 students were handed the school bell, while the other year levels led by 2023 School Captains - Chloe Best and Raphu Herbohn - formed the Guard of honour.

MMSHS SCHOOL ACADEMIC AND SPECIAL AWARDS

2022 Top Year Level students: Year 7 – Frankie Kenny, Year 8 – Matilda Kenny, Year 9 – Keeley Marshall, Year 10 – Bella Powell and Year 11 – Chloe Best.

Year Level Encouragement awards – Year 7 – Victoria Connolly, Year 8 – Kiarna Strack, Year 9 – Abbie Tyne, Year 10 – Alex Faulkner, Year 11 – Raphu Herbohn, and Year 12 – Abbey Buckles.

Top Subject Students – Year 7: English – Victoria Connolly, Mathematics – Frankie Kenny, Science – Harlarney Bishop, Humanities – Frankie Kenny, HPE – Frankie Kenny, the Arts – Koby Darnill and Technology – Amarli Martin. Year 8 – English Kiarna Strack, Mathematics, Science and Humanities – Matilda Kenny, HPE – Bridget Arnold, the Arts –Cooper Garrett and Technology – Chloe Gray. Year 9 – English – Dakota Bergin, Mathematics – Keeley Marshall, Science -Abbie Tyne, Humanities – Keeley Marshall, HPE and the Arts – Julian Oram and Technology – Destiny Veber. Year 10 – English –Mystique Lemire, Mathematics, Science, Automotive and HPE – Bella Powell, Retail – Laicey Gibson, Volunteering – Chloe Reynolds, FSK – Kasia Davis, Hospitality – La’Zariah Leisha, Humanities – Alex Faulkner, the Arts – Ailsa Williams, Technology – Lyle Schneider, General Mathematics – Chloe Forbes, Essential Mathematics and Early Childhood – Summer McArdle. Year 11 – General English –Kaitlyn Emery, Essential English and Visual Arts –Taylor Parker, Biology, Chemistry, Legal Studies – Chloe Best, Business, Agricultural Studies and Industrial Technology Skills – Raphu Herbohn, Sport and Recreation – Kahlen Garrett and Social and Community Studies and Hospitality – Lara Martin and Year 12 - General Mathematics, Visual Arts, Hospitality and Business – Abbey Buckles, Essential Mathematics, Industrial Technology Skills – Morris Gornall, General English, Biology – Paegan Lemire, Essential English and Early Childhood – Alkira Oram, Sport and Recreation – La’Karna Hayden, Social and Community Studies – Jesse Tyne, Tourism – Amy Hansson.

Scott Family Quiet Achiever – Jacob Dawes, Porter Family Community Service Award – Chantelle Berry, Top Junior English – Victoria Connolly, Top Senior English – Paegan Lemire, Top Junior Mathematics –Frankie Kenny, Top Senior Mathematics – Bella Powell, Top Junior Science – Abbie Tyne, Top Senior Science – Paegan Lemire, Top Junior Technology – Amarlie Martin, Top Senior Technology Lyle Schneider, Top Junior Arts – Kiarna Strack, Top Senior Arts – Abbey Buckles, Top Junior Humanities – Frankie Kenny, Top Senior Humanities – Abbey Buckles, Top Junior HPE – Julian Oram and Top Senior HPE – Bella Powell. 2022 CQU Vice Chancellor Award – Morris Gornall, Trainee of the Year – Zakryn Thompson, Top Vocational Student – Raphu Herbohn, MRAEL Group Vocational, Education and Training Student – Abbey Buckles and Tomky’s Memorial Award – Dux of the School – Paegan Lemire. Sporting awards next issue.

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Above: Principal Dan Petersen with Alkira, Amy and Jesse. Below - Chloe, Raphu, Jesse, Amy and Alkira.
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Aged care farewells long-time employees

Carinity Summit Cottages recently farewelled two long-serving staff members who collectively supported Mount Morgan seniors living at the aged care community for 41 years.

Greg Cross (pictured below) has retired after serving as a personal carer at Carinity Summit Cottages for 12 years, while Wayne Shannon (bottom photo) was the centre’s grounds and maintenance officer since 1993.

Wayne had been involved with Carinity Summit Cottages from back when the seniors’ home in Hall Street was called John Cani Estate.

Carinity Summit Cottages Residential Manager, Jaspreet Kaur, said Wayne formed trusted relationships with the residents and his “excellent work performance” inspired fellow staff members. “Wayne was a very hard-working employee and he made good and trusted professional relationships with residents and staff. He was a good team player, very cooperative and always ready to work,” Jaspreet said.

“He was very dedicated to his work and very skilful. We will miss his remarkable talents and skills as he enjoys his retirement.”

ANGLICAN SERVICE HONOURED

Keith and Annie Hare (pictured above) are well known residents of Mount Morgan and as Keith has retired as the Licensed Minister at St Mary’s Mount Morgan (mainly due to health issues) they were recently presented with a Certificate of Appreciation for their long and faithful service at St Mary’s. The certificate notes that they have both been very active in many roles in the parish – well over 25 years and it is signed by the current Bishop, The Rt Revd Peter Grice and Father Paul Gribble who is the visiting priest to the congregation. They also received a gift voucher from the people of St Mary’s who have greatly valued the ministry of Keith and Annie.

DEE RIVER OLDIES

Members will enjoy their lunch at the Grand Hotel, Mount Morgan. Entry is from 11.30 am. Lunch to be served at 12.30 pm. Hamper raffles and lucky door prizes on the day. Bookings have now closed. Our last meeting for the year is on Tuesday, 13 December, 2022 at St Mary’s Hall, Gordon Street, Mount Morgan. (Behind the Anglican Church). This meeting will be a week earlier than usual. Just a chance to catch up and wrap up for the year. With December almost here and our Christmas break not too far away, taking it a day at a time and getting plenty of rest will help us get through the Festive Season.

Stay happy and healthy.

Submitted by the Steering Committee - Carol Glover 4938 1995 or Colleen Constable 0427 161 131.

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Dee River Oldies members are looking forward to their Christmas Lunch this Friday, 25 November, 2022.

Brothers together at Mount Morgan aged care

Michael and Robert Reid [pictured below] are two of the ‘young ones’ living at the Carinity Summit Cottages aged care community in Mount Morgan. The brothers are originally from Emerald and they like that they can live together.

Michael and Robert are amongst just a handful of siblings who live under the same roof in Carinity’s 12 residential aged care communities across Queensland.

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Page 9 23 November - 7 December 2022 MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS Finlayson & McKenzie Funerals Sandi Wood (nee Inslay) from Mount Morgan was born and raised within the Mount and is well aware of the needs of the Mount Morgan community. Sandi is Mount Morgan’s funeral consultant and is available for all funeral advice. Contact Sandi for more information and competitive prices with burials, cremations or prepaid funerals. Sandi Wood your local consultant Phone: 4922 1269 fmckfunerals@live.com.au Bob Wheeler 0419 663 277 Po Box 91 Mt Morgan 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 Williamson 0403 571 561 Email: mawmowing@live.com That Truck & Bobcat Bloke ABN: 35347197734 Call Geoff: 0411 707 741 Based at Razorback, MOONGAN gnarnold226@gmail.com Small acreage clean ups, land clearing, fence lines, fire breaks, shed pads & more. Post hole borer & spreader bar ABN: 24 757 904 038 DAWSON’S DO & CHARGE Dawson Green - Mount Morgan Local NO JOB TOO SMALL! Most Home Repairs - Doors, Windows, Walls, Gates, Patch & Paint I will not accept jobs over $3,300.00 CALL DAWSON ON 0413 825 787 Email - hdgreen@bigpond.com 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

LIBRARY NEWS

Celebrating Libraries

This year the Mount Morgan Library has welcomed many visitors through the doors. Library members have browsed the shelves searching for that perfect book, jumped onto the computers or joined in storytime or LEGO® Club. An improved layout has incorporated new shelving and comfortable lounge chairs to make the space more inviting and easier to access. So, in celebration of the year that was, here are some photos showing the Mount Morgan Library in action!

And if you’re looking for a way to beat the heat, wind down and relax, the Library now has two Nintendo Switch Lite consoles that can be played in the library! With games like Lego® Star Wars, Super Mario Odyssey, Pokemon and Minecraft, just borrow a console, find a comfy chair and start playing!

Regular Programs

Read’n’Rhyme is held at the Mount Morgan Library every second Monday at 9.30am, with the next sessions on 5 December and 19 December. 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 2.00-4.00pm. 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 construct.

Rockhampton 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.

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Top photo: Grace and Ethan at Lego Club at Mount Morgan Library, above Jaykaylah - Summer Reading Club Winner; top right - Rania and Selah with jigsaws at the Mount Morgan Library and bottom right - Ryan and Dustin - Winners of the Bad Guys Colouring Competition.

Governor’s Official Visit.

The Mount Morgan Rotary Club hosted District Governor John Hall at a special meeting on Monday, 14 November. In July 2021 the original district containing the section of Queensland from Maryborough to Mackay and west, was merged with the district to the north and most of the Northern Territory, plus Timor Leste, to become D9560. This vast area contains 85 Rotary Clubs and 10 Rotaract clubs, which means the District Governor (DG) has an enormous job in getting around the district supporting the clubs in their community and International programs. DG John who hails from Mundingburra in Townsville, called into Mount Morgan on his way back home from visiting clubs in the Maryborough area.

Mount Morgan Rotary Club President Craig Edmonston said the club appreciated the effort required by DG John and had a most informative and enjoyable night on his official visit. The Mount Morgan members were introduced to the world President Jennifer Jones from Canada, via a short video. DG John was interested to learn about the activities and plans for the Mount Morgan Rotarians and was pleasantly surprised to learn how active the small club actually was. He was able to offer advice on how the club might be able to improve its presence in the community in a number of ways. The members also enjoyed learning about the Governor’s personal journey in Rotary, which highlighted the need for members to tell others about their own Rotary stories.

Peace Lily story

The Mount Morgan Rotary Club members operate a regular stall at the Baree Market and have done so for a number of years. The members have been cooking all types of goodies including cakes, biscuits, relish, spreads, sweets, and such, but this year have added some nice plants to their items for sale.

Rotary International has always been involved in peace promotion and training Peace Scholars around the world. A couple of young Giant Peace Lilys will be available for sale at the next Baree Christmas market amongst other popular plant varieties. The market is an important fundraiser and the club really appreciated the community support it receives. The Club has quite a few regular customers and we have a lot of fun at the market catching up with these and meeting new customers as well. Submitted by President Craig Edmonston

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THE ORANGE DOT

Movie Review

ELVIS

Who really invented Rock’n’roll? Many claimed the honour, Little Richard being among the loudest. However, the truth is that it was no one person but a blend, a fusion of black and white; of Country and Rhythm’n’Blues, of Be Bop, Boogie and Swing. Fats Domino, Cab Calloway, Hank Williams, Ike Turner, Ray Charles, Buddy Holly, Bo Diddley, Jerry Lee Lewis; all were influential in moulding and creating this new genre - ELVIS too, although he never claimed to have invented Rock’n’roll. Probably the dude with the strongest claim was the one and only Chuck Berry who introduced the world to a guitar on fire (figuratively speaking of course, not a-la-Jimi Hendrix) like it had never heard before.

Although ELVIS never assumed or sought the title of ‘The Father of Rock’n’Roll’, he most definitely was, undisputably, The King; and the world of Mom and Dad in 1954 was just not ready for ELVIS. When he climbed on up onto that stage, he gave way to the complete abandonment of self that he’d learned from the highly-charged atmosphere of the many AfricanAmerican gospel and prayer meetings he had snuck into as a child in Tupelo and Memphis. That spinetingling voice filled the room at full roar, capturing the complete attention of all - and then he moved... His whole body was pulsing the heavy rhythm in a totally uninhibited, the oldies would call it “sexually provocative” way.

The heads of both the older and younger generations were set to explode but for very different reasonsone from manic excitement, great joy and awakened latent desires, and the other from seething, livid, apoplectic rage. ELVIS set the entire world on fire... Rock’n’Roll was dubbed evil, “The Devil’s Music”. Parents feared for the virtue of their children in the face of this wave of wanton abandon.

A full-on cultural war was declared on Rock’n’Roll. Commentators, presenters and influencers were screaming and railing against it from every television set and pulpit. ELVIS could only be filmed on television from the waist up. People were arrested...

In fairness though, if you are familiar with the dance moves of the parents of the kids those days, Swing, developed in the 1930’s in the USA and introduced to Europe and the UK by the GI’s in WWII where it became known as Jive; was more than beautifully

athletic, it too was suggestive, and wonderfully, eyepoppingly revealing. It too could be called “the vertical expression of horizontal desire”. ‘The Jitterbug’ was the pinnacle of modern dance, and that was in the forties - still amazing to watch, even today, some eighty years later.

However, in the centre of this maelstrom, in the eye of this storm, this seething culture war of the 1950’s was the one and only ELVIS.

The authorities were so worried about his influence on the youth of America that they had him drafted into the army and sent off to Germany. This is his story and it is brilliantly told -a must-see masterpiece.

Directed by Australian genius Baz Luhrmann, ELVIS stars the almost unrecognizable Tom Hanks, the perfect choice Austin Butler and Aussie favourite Richard Roxburgh. It is rated M for “mature themes and coarse language” and it runs for 150 exhilarating minutes.

(Then again, perhaps the devil did do it. Maybe Robert Johnson really did go down to the crossroads near Dockery Plantation in the Mississippi Delta in 1933 to meet with the devil and make that deal - his soul for the gift of “The Blues”.

Listening to those scratchy old recordings from 1936 and 1937 today - they’re raw, rough, basic; but the bones of Rythm’n’Blues are definitely there, the DNA of Rock’n’Roll was already forming. Perhaps the real father of Rock’n’Roll was Robert Johnson after alland maybe his sponsor?)

ELVIS... Loved it! Thank you very much!

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REMEMBERING REMEMBRANCE DAY

A small gathering of Mount Morgan residents gathered to pay their respects and remember the sacrifice of those who served and those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Organised by the Mount Morgan RSL Sub-Branch, the morning was a moving service with speakers emphasising the importance of memories and of remembering.

Rotary Club of Mount Morgan Secretary, Jacinta Oliver (top photo) remembered her great-great grandfather, Charles Henry Leicht who fought with the Light Horse Regiment in World War 1 between 1916-1917.

While she never knew him, his time in the war was made real to Jacinta by her great-grandad. “Remembrance Day for me is a day of reflection - a day to remember those who served our country,” she said.

RSL Sub Branch Member, Don Deakin-Bell (above right) presented a comparative address - speaking about family members and friends who fought as

well as those such as Pte Victor Jones and Lt Col Vivian Bullwinkle. Lt Col Bullwinkle was a volunteer in World War Two who served in Malaya was the sole surviving nurse of the Bangka Island Massacre where the Japanese killed 21 of her fellow nurses. In 1945 she returned home to Australia, where she devoted herself to the nursing profession and to honouring those killed on Bangka Island, raising funds for a nurses’ memorial.

“So, on this Remembrance Day, we remember the sacrifice that many Australian men and women have made and continue to make to defend Australia and its national interests over the years and whose stories live on in the memories of those who knew or know them,” he said.

Pastor Justin Morgan (pictured below) of the Peace Christian Church said it was important to remember.

“I read an article this morning about a veteran who has never been to a Remembrance Day or Anzac Day event. He was at Kokoda 80 years ago. 99 years old, too painful for him. It is sad that memories haunt him.

“It takes humility to truly understand the value of remembrance. What we did right, what we did wrong, what we don’t understand. How we came to be where we are, both good and bad, prompt memories? There is value in what we and so many others are doing today. To honour requires a memory.

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Veteran Bryan Lynch pays his respects.

The Treasurer delivered the 2022-23 October Budget on Tuesday, 25 October 2022.

The Budget speech is seen as the most important economic statement made by the government. It sets out issues that the government wants to address, such as increasing the funding for particular services, announcing plans for new projects or making savings through the more efficient use of money.

I was relieved to see that the Federal Government has committed $3.5 million for the Mount Morgan Water Supply project as we all know how important water security is. Well done to the Mount Morgan community that have strongly advocated for this project.

Unfortunately, there were not many more positives in the Federal Budget as it was clear it was one for metropolitan Australia and not for regional and rural Australia.

• Australians are feeling financial pressure in their mortgage repayments, insurance premiums, visits to the supermarket, filling-up at the petrol station, and especially in their power bills. By Christmas, a typical family will be $2,000 dollars worse off under this Budget. Retail electricity prices are predicted to increase by 50%.

• $4.7 billion has been announced in childcare measures but it doesn’t help regional and rural families, because it doesn’t deliver any additional childcare places. Regional and rural communities need availability, not just affordability.

• The Budget will not proceed with Round 2 of the Agricultural Shows Development Grant program.

• Over $10 billion has been ripped from programs for regional Australia.

• The Budget scraps $4.6 billion out of water projects by not proceeding with the Hells Gate Dam project in Queensland, deferring funding of $899.5 million over four years from the Dungowan Dam and pipeline, Emu Swamp Dam and pipeline, Hughenden Irrigation Scheme and Wyangala Dam Wall Raising projects.

• There’s no detail in the Budget on what community and sporting projects will receive funding.

• Rockhampton Ring Road project is expected to be delayed but my colleagues and I will continue to advocate for the project to start in 2023.

As always, I will continue to lobby on behalf of the Mount Morgan community at every opportunity.

Federal Member for Flynn

AA meeting

Mount Morgan Soldiers’ Rooms 18 Morgan St 10am - 11am every Wednesday

“The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking”

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

MOUNT MORGAN MEN’S SHED INC.

Meet 9 am - 12 noon Wednesdays Phone John on 0429 055 165

MOUNT MORGAN AGRICULTURAL SHOW SOCIETY INC

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

SUNDAY, 11 December 2022

AT 9.00 AM

MOUNT MORGAN SHOWGROUNDS EVERYONE WELCOME.

For further information contact Heather on 4934 0023

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NOV 25: Dee River Oldies Group - Christmas Lunch for members at the Grand Hotel, Mount Morgan. Entry from 11.30 am. Raffle and lucky door prizes. Bookings have now closed.

NOV 26: Miners Bush Dance - Soldiers Rooms7pm. Raffles, Lucky Door, Bar Open, Refreshments #10/adult $3/kids.All Welcome

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.

DEC 10: Mount Morgan Rodeo Association Christmas Cent Sale. Soldiers’ Rooms, 18 Morgan St. Doors open 12 noon, 1 pm start. Light refreshments for purchase.

DEC 13: 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). This meeting is being held a week earlier than usual.

DEC 14: AA meeting Mount Morgan, every Wednesday at 10am, Soldiers’ Rooms 18 Morgan St, rear entrance and parking, beginning. Extra meeting 10am on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day - 25th December and 1st January 2023.

DEC 16: Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc Twilight Christmas Concert and Buy Local Draw. 6.00 - 8 pm. Mount Morgan Railway Station.

DEC 16: Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc Christmas Lights Winners announced. Mount Morgan Railway Station in conjunction with Mount Morgan Twilight Christmas Concert.

JAN 9: Country Music Afternoon – 9 January 2023. Soldiers’ Rooms 18 Morgan Street. 12 noon to 4pm $8 adults $2 children. Refreshments supplied. Bar Operating.

Blue Care Trash & Treasure, 21 Gordon Street. Every Friday from 8.30 am to 12 noon. Every first Saturday of the month from 8 am to 12 noon Bags of clothing $5. Marion’s plants for sale.

PAINTER: Semi retired. W. Cruickshank

Phone 0488 104 774 or 0488 105 257.

LIGHT ON THE HILL CHURCH

EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT

Green Shed from 7 pm. Phone 0412 502 937

Garage sale – moving house. Everything must go! 12 Queen Street Mount Morgan. 26-27 November from 7 am. TV’s, beds, lawnmower, whipper-snipper, ladders and more.

In Loving Memory - Sealy, Hilda May. Passed 27 October, 1954. Aged 36 years. Remembered always by Margaret.

MOUNT MORGAN QCWA BRANCH

Meets every third Monday at the Green Shed - Thompson Ave 9.30 am meet for 10 am start.

ROTARY CLUB OF MOUNT MORGAN

DINNER MEETING - THURSDAY - GRAND HOTEL 6.00 for 6.30. Interested people are encouraged to attend or send an Expression of Interest to PO Box 2, Mount Morgan

IN LOVING MEMORY

Francis Valentine Ware 11/5/1927 - 4/11/2016

So Sadly Missed. Always loved. Never forgotten by: Dennis, Shayne & Suzanne, Majella, Kerrilee, Philip and Josh.

NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

The Wura Group Aboriginal Corporation (WGAC) will be holding their Annual General Meeting on the 27 November at the Baree Hall, starting at 9 am. Please contact Trevor Lamb on 07 4938 1635 for further information.

NEXT EDITION

WEDNESDAY, 7 DECEMBER 2022

All inclusions required by: Tuesday, 15 November by 4 p.m. Ph: 4938 2312

Email: mmpad@mountmorgan.org.au

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2022 BUY LOCAL This is your chance to win a share of $3000 in prize vouchers! simply by putting your name and phone number on the back of your shopping docket when you spend $20 or more at one of the participating stores below. place your dockets in any of the boxes of the participating businesSES BELOW: | Atlanta Driving School | Collectables and Memories | Fern’s Miners’ Rest | Fox Video | Golden Mount Rest | Golden Mount Store | Grand Hotel | IGA MOUNT MORGAN | Kangadoo | Lifeline | Mane Street Hair Studio | MAW Mowing and Handyman Services | Mount Morgan Hardware | Mount Morgan Historical Museum | Mount Morgan Hot Bread Shop | Mount Morgan Motel and Van Park | Mount Morgan Post Office | Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc | Meyenburg Units | Railway Hotel/Motel | Rainbow Café | Silver Wattle Caravan Park | Stewarts Towing and Service Station | Swaffield Property Maintenance | That Truck and Bobcat Bloke | The yum hub | Tony Harney Plumbing | Wattle Bee Next | Wee Doo Deliver THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING SPONSORS: | ADVANCE ROCKHAMPTON | collectables and memories | GRAND HOTEL | IGA MOUNT MORGAN | mane street hair studio | MOUNT MORGAN PROMOTION AND DEVELOPMENT INC | RAILWAY HOTEL/MOTEL | RAINBOW CAFE | STEPHEN ANDREW - MEMBER FOR MIRANI | stewarts towing and service station| THAT TRUCK AND BOBCAT BLOKE | THE yum hub | wattle bee next Thank you for supporting the 2022 Mount Morgan Buy Local Promotion! Closes: 14 December 2022 Drawn: 16 December at the Mount Morgan Twilight Christmas Concert

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