December Rollingstone Rag

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A P U B L I C A T I O N O F T H E R O L LI N G S T O NE & D I S T R I C T C O MM U N I T Y A S S O C I A TI O N

Skeletons have come out of the closet

GOLF DAY

FISHING ANYONE? CHAT OVER THE FENCE

SMOKO

WATER AEROBICS

BUBBLES & BRUSHES BEAUTIFUL ARTWORK

Free official newsletter of the

Rollingstone and District Community Association Incorporated AED (Defibrillator) available at Fisherman’s Landing, Mystic Sands Golf Resort and R&D Lions Club for Public use.

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DECEMBER 2021 COVER: THE ROLLINGSTONE RAG: Is a free publication produced by the Rollingstone & District Community Association Incorporated with news and information for residents and visitors to Rollingstone, Balgal Beach, Mystic Sands, Crystal Creek, Paluma, Mutarnee, Bluewater, Toomulla and surrounding suburbs in North Queensland, Australia.

EDITOR: December Edition: Kerrie Cochrane EMAIL: rollingstonerag@bigpond.com TEL: 47707 799 ONLINE: https://issuu.com/rollingstonerag/ docs For permission to reprint any part of this publication, contact the editor. Opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the Rollingstone & District Community Association Incorporated.

ROLLY RAG DISCLAIMER The ‘Rolly Rag’ is produced by a team of volunteers — any comments, criticisms or complaints should be addressed to the Secretary, RaDCA Inc, Rollingstone, 4816. All text and layout remains the copyright of the Rollingstone and District Community Association Inc (RaDCA Inc) (the Publisher).

The Rolly Rag (the Rag) can not accept responsibility for any unsolicited material or transparencies. The Rag is fully independent and its views are not necessarily those of any company, organisation, club or person mentioned herein. All copyrights and trademarks are recognised and all images are used for the purpose of the dissemination of information only. No part of this publication can be reproduced without the written permission of the publisher. Letters to the editor are encouraged by ‘the Rag’, as is the right to free speech. Any letters to the editor received and/or printed do not necessarily represent the views of the

publisher.

The publisher accepts no responsibility for views expressed by contributors through freedom of speech, however, only letters supplied with a name and address will be published. Letters will be published with name only. We try to print articles as they are presented, but we do reserve the right to edit. ‘The Rag’ will endeavor to publish all articles submitted pending time limitations. Acceptance of an article by ‘the Rag’ is not a guarantee that the article will be published.

The Trade Practices Act of 1st October 1974, relating to consumer protection, places a heavy burden on advertisers and publishers of such advertisements and articles. Section 62 of this Act imposes a general duty on everyone not to engage in trade or commerce, or in a conduct that is misleading and deceptive.

In view of the obvious impossibility of ensuring that all advertising submitted for our newspaper complies with this Act, advertisers will appreciate the absolute need themselves to ensure that the Act is adhered to.

Rollingstone / Balgal Beach Rainfall Report @ 26 NOVEMBER 2021

AED

(DEFIBRILLATOR) LOCATED at FISHERMAN’S LANDING **AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC USE**

Advertising is like exercise, the more you do it the better your results!

RAINFALL AS AT 26 NOV YEAR TO DATE WET DAYS

88.2mm 1726mm 14

MAXIMUM TEMP

34°

The Rag is a great place to advertise and is very cost effective. You can provide your ready-made file or we can design an Ad for you for a small fee! For more information or to discuss your Ad, please call 4770 7855 between 8am and 4pm Monday to Friday or email: rollingstonerag@bigpond.com or

Fu l l Page

Half Page

Quarter Page

Business

(18 x 26cm)

(18 x 13cm)

(9 x 13cm)

(9 x 6.5cm)

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MINIMUM TEMP 20o 13 NOVEMBER Local Weather Station Information at: www.wunderground.com/personal-weather-station/dashboard?ID=IQUEENSL849

Card

$25 incl GST

rollingstonertc@bigpond.com.

Please make payment at the RTC during business hours or after hours in the mailbox located at the end of veranda at the Hall (near the kitchen window). Please make sure your name and details are on the envelope.

Classifieds (up to 20 words)

$10 incl GST

Flyers / Inserts*

$120 incl GST

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EQUIPMENT HIRE RATES The Community Association has the following items available for hire. All prices include GST.

RURAL TRANSACTION CENTRE Internet Access ............................ $2/hour (or part of) FREE for Students doing school projects and FREE for Job Seekers.

Tables ........... $5.50 each Chairs ............ $0.55 each Eskies ................................................ $11.00 each Cold Room* per day or part thereof .......... $55.00 Chip Cooker* per day or part thereof ........ $15.00 Cold room, Bain Marie and Chip Cooker are fixtures

Printing & Photocopying (Black & White) A4 Single Sided ........................................ .10¢ / page A4 Double Sided ...................................... .20¢ / page A4 50 or more off 1 original .................... .05¢ / page A3 Single Sided ........................................ .20¢ / page A3 Double Sided ...................................... .40¢ / page A3 50 or more off 1 original .................... .10¢ / page Colour Photocopying A3 or A4 ................ .50¢ / page Printing from Computer Black & White .......................................... .20¢ / page Colour ............................................. $1 / page Scanning & Printing (B&W). ................................ .50¢ / page Fax

First page ................................... $1.10 incl. GST) Consecutive pages ............................ $0.55incl. GST)

Laminating

Business Card .............................. .50¢ A4 ............................. $1.10 (incl. GST) A3 ............................. $2.20 (incl. GST)

Room Hire

1/2 Day ......................... $20 incl. GST) Evening ....................... $20 (incl. GST)

Important document scanning

Cots and high chairs, wheelchairs, over-toilet seats and walkers available for loan at no charge.

HALL HIRE Price on application All large functions .................................... $330.00 (includes the use of all hall facilities with the exception of cold room and chip cooker)

Note: Pick up of hire tables and chairs is between 8am and 2pm Monday to Friday only unless by prior arrangement with staff.

For more information regarding the Hall and

............................... $5.00

CENTRELINK ACCESS POINT AT THE COMMUNITY CENTRE Centrelink provides phone, fax, copier and computer access for individuals wanting to access Centrelink services. To make a claim or an enquiry please make use of the equipment and services available through the Access Point.

Limited Medicare services also available.

PARCEL COLLECTION SERVICE If anyone in the community would like a parcel picked up in Townsville and delivered to your gate. Call Chris at the Community Centre on 47707 855 to arrange.

Collections are available weekly on Thursdays only.

COST is only

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ROLLINGSTONE & DISTRICT COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION To find out what’s happening in the Community.

Like and follow us on Facebook where you’ll find all the up to date information.

THE BOOK STATION At the Community Centre Monday to Friday

9-3pm

INDOOR CARPET BOWLS At The Community Centre Wednesday Mornings 9-11.30am only $2.50 This is a FUN activity and is guaranteed to be a winner!! All skill levels & all age groups.

Just turn up and see how much fun you will have!

Come and join us for a great time!

For further info contact Chris on 47707855

VISITING VET PROTOCOL The Community Association requests that when attending the vet clinic at the Community Centre, that you please take a seat and wait your turn regardless of the nature of your visit.

It has come to our attention that on several occasions certain people have queue jumped as they say they are only wanting scripts filled for tablets. Please be advised that many of those patiently waiting are also only wanting scripts filled.

PLEASE TAKE YOUR PLACE IN THE QUEUE

Don’t forget to send us your contributions for this page.

Any news or items of interest are most welcome. Email your ideas, put them in the drop box at the back of the hall or leave them with Chris at the RTC. Simply this is Alcoholics Anonymous

alcoholism.

Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with others that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from

The only requirement for Alcoholics Anonymous membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for Alcoholics Anonymous membership. We are self supporting through our own contributions. Alcoholics Anonymous is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organisation or institution, does not wish to engage in any controversy, neither endorses or opposes any causes. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety. If you or someone you know have a problem with alcohol, please contact Alcoholics Anonymous on 4771 5411 or come to a meeting Monday nights 7pm at Rollingstone Rural Transaction Centre…….Phone: 4771 5411 Rollingstone Rag, December 2021

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For Sale King Sized Bed $1,500 for the lot including: Mattress (only 3 years old) 3 sheet sets NEW 1 Bedspread 2 Bedside tables (3 draws) 1 Dressing table (7 draws) _______________________ 2 saucer chairs and cushions $60.00ea Phone 0414 749 005

As of COB 17 December; Rollingstone Lions Club will NO longer be collecting the Ring Pulls off the cans. Thank you very much everyone for contributing to this wonderful cause of building wheelchairs etc . th

Chris, Barb and R Rag team Thank you so much for including the recyling heroes page in the Rolly Rag. Your time and effort are appreciated.

Another wonderful edition to our doorsteps… thank you to those printing, folding and delivering… how lucky are we in this wonderful community!

Cheers Sue (Thompson)

DECEMBER REMINDERS Balgal Beach Markets—4 DEC Grief & Loss Support— 14 DEC pg 31

Mobile Library—1 &15 DEC Vet—16 DEC next visit 6 JAN Benita Entire Wellbeing 17 DEC Re-start: Tuesday 21 JAN BINGO—18 DEC @12.30pm NO Board games for DECEMBER Re-start: Tuesday 16 FEB. RTC will be closing COB 17 DEC and re-opening 4 JAN. Rollingstone Rag, December 2021

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Stroke is always a medical

EMERGENCY 24 hour Domestic Violence Helpline Call 1800 811 811

Website: https://www.dvconnect.org/ Creating pathways for a life free from violence and fear.

The faster you get to hospital for treatment for stroke, the better your chance of making a good recovery.

Call 000

We help Queenslanders find pathways to safety, away from domestic, family and sexual violence. We provide emergency transport and accommodation for your entire family including pets. We also provide safety planning, crisis counselling, intervention, information and referrals at no cost to you. We operate bridging accommodation residence Bella's Sanctuary, a safe haven for victim survivors to heal and rebuild their lives.

We also educate through our Workplace Domestic and Family Violence Training program.

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AEDs (Automatic External

Defibrillators) Located in the Community

GOLF CLUB—beside the 5th tee At the bar

There are four (4) AED in the Community available for use when needed. There are 2 at Mystic Sands Golf Club; 1 is at the front of the bar and the other is beside the 5th Tee. 1 at Fishermans Landing and the 4th one is at the front of the Rollingstone Lions Den, Community Crescent,.

FISHERMANS LANDING under Notice Board to left of entrance to shop

ROLLINGSTONE LIONS DEN at the entrance to the Den. First entrance after the Community Hall

Office of Nick Dametto MP Member for Hinchinbrook Visit: 86-92 Herbert Street, Ingham QLD 4850 P: 07 4765 4700 | F: 07 4765 4709 |E: hinchinbrook@parliament.qld.gov.au

This festive season don’t drive naughty drive nice Firstly, I would like to start off by saying thank you for your support throughout this year. The community’s resilience has shone through despite the constantly changing COVID-19 health directives.

It has been a challenging year for many, however, it is important to note some of our key industries are thriving, our farmers have enjoyed high prices across a range of horticulture commodities, the property market is booming, and locals have been supporting our small businesses through these tough times.

I’m sure everyone is counting down the days until Christmas to unwind and relax. I must mention that traditionally, Christmas is the busiest time on the roads with people travelling to visit loved ones and heading to holiday destinations.

As you all know there are multiple roadwork zones along the Townsville to Ingham stretch of the Bruce Highway resulting in changing road and traffic conditions. This is a friendly reminder that road safety is everyone’s responsibility, please be courteous, show tolerance and abide by the road rules.

Christmas is a time of joy and happiness for most however there are people less fortunate who struggle during this time. If you are in a position to do so, I encourage you to donate to charities to support those in need, check in on your neighbours or maybe even invite someone over for lunch that may be spending Christmas alone.

I hope you all enjoy the Christmas break and have a safe new year. I look forward to catching up with you all at the many community events held during the festive season.

Nick Dametto MP Member for Hinchinbrook

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BLUEWATER MEDICAL PRACTICE 2 PURONO PARKWAY, PURONO PARK

SEASONS GREETINGS from BALGAL BEACH MEDICAL PRACTICE 104-138 Mystic Avenue Balgal Beach

Tel: 47707 244 Fax: 47707 100 Email: manager@balgalmedical.com.au Monday to Friday 8.00a.m. to 4.00p.m.

Open Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm Saturday 8.30am to 1pm Tel: 07 4778 6444 OR you can book ONLINE via our website www.bluewatermedical.com General Practitioners and Allied Health Services

CHRISTMAS CLOSURE NOTICE The Balgal Beach Medical Practice will be CLOSED from

Saturday 25th December 2021 to Monday 3rd January 2022.

During this time Bluewater Medical Practice will remain OPEN (excluding public holidays).

Doctors and staff thank you for your patronage in 2021, We wish you all a happy and healthy Christmas.

At Balgal Beach Medical Centre Every third Saturday of the Month

19th December 2021

For all other appointments and dental emergencies, we welcome you to your dental home at MYTOOTHDOCTOR TM Family, Paediatric and Special Care Dentistry Bushland Beach Medical Centre and Aitkenvale Family Health Centre). www.mytoothdoctor.com.au T 07 4751 8999 Rollingstone Rag, December 2021

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Your Local Community Pharmacy Bluewater

Healthsave Pharmacy

Balgal Beach Healthsave Pharmacy 114 Mystic Avenue, Balgal Beach 4816

2 Purono Parkway, Yabulu 4818

PH: 07 4770 7400 FAX: 07 4770 7399

PH: 07 4778 6233 FAX: 07 4778 6733 8.30am – 6pm Monday – Friday 8.30am – 1pm Saturday

8.30am – 5pm Monday – Friday CLOSED—SATURDAY & SUNDAY

FREE Blood Pressure Checks

*Hire Equipment

Blister Packaging for your medicines

*Full Prescription Service

*Ear Piercing

*NDSS Agent – Diabetes Supplies *Delivery available for those in need

*Faulding Vitamins

MLE – Making Life Easy (Large range of Home Healthcare aids)

Pharmacy Choice Brand Products (Quality product made affordable with 100% money back guarantee).

Easy parking available

Another year has passed us by and we have farewelled a lot of the community regulars and welcomed all the new folk to our beautiful area.

We will also be saying goodbye to our Pharmacist Bec. Bec will be leaving us early January for greater opportunities in Brisbane.

With the Christmas and New Year breaks falling upon us and the looming wet season/cyclone season please make sure that you have enough medications on hand for at least a month. Keep your medications in a secure clip seal bag or plastic waterproof container so if you need to leave in an emergency you have easy access to your medications Please keep an eye out on our Facebook page for trading hours over the Christmas and New Year Break.

We wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

The team at Balgal Beach Pharmacy

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Empathy, Compassion, Caring & Expertise Counselling & Therapy Services Dianne Leed Counselling Therapist Expert in Complexity AMHSW AASW MBS di.counsellingtherapy@gmail.com Ph: 0456 851 936 Practicing out of the RTC Rollingstone Community Centre

Please Contact Dianne Leed Counselling & Therapy Services, for further information.

Treatment is provided for all Mental Health & Personal concerns.

In person consultations are now available at the RTC Speak to your GP about services funded under Medicare. (Bulk Bill)

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NEWS

Well, at time of submission of this column, we hadn’t any knowledge of those presently and locally, feeling unwell. That’s not saying there aren’t any. It’s just that we’ve not been told of those doing it tough. So, to anyone not on top of their game, we wish you all the best and hope your debilitation moves off sooner rather than later.

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This past month has been just soooo busy with meetings and meetings and meetings, finishing up projects, and getting out correspondence as we try to accomplish and achieve.

The usual activities have been on-going plus quite a number of extra functions/events which is so great to see, especially the continued extra usage of Pace Park. Chrissie is run off her feet what with all that is happening, needs to happen, and stuff that just has to be done.

Now don’t forget: the Community Centre closes on Decr. 17th and re-opens on Jan. 4th.

However, if you need to Access Centrelink or for anything else URGENT, call the afterhours number posted on the door of the RTC. This is our ‘annual vacation’, so please understand.

At a recent Committee Meeting, a member expressed the wish to put a “Blue Tree” in place locally. Discussion revealed a strong feeling that this should very much be a Community Project with input from everyone who was happy to be involved. Therefore, we’re posting on here and elsewhere in this “Rag” to ask if you’d consider coming along to a community meeting to be held at the Community Centre on a date and time in the new year for further discussion of this matter. This is an extremely emotive issue and affects most of us at some time in our lives, either directly or indirectly. We don’t want to do this on our own and ask your serious consideration in attending. Please register your interest/intention with Chrissie on 4770 7855 and we’ll get back to you with a date and a time.

So, the old Bus has moved on to start a new life in Bluewater. What a winner that old vehicle was for this community.

I hope Bluewater appreciate and enjoy her as much we did here in Rollingstone.

We were going to have a Volunteer’s Christmas Celebration but there’s just so many parties happening that we thought it’d be nicer and much more appreciated if we did it when everything had settled down early into the new year and all our Vollies would once again be ready for a feed of ham and prawns. We’ll let you know a date and time early in the new year.

We’ve got some new ideas for Australia Day which we’ll be getting out in this “Rag”. Hope they all appeal and we see lots turn up to celebrate what’s great about living where we do. We really are blessed, you know.

Due to a number of complications, it now doesn’t look like our Washer/Dryer set-up will be in place by the end of the year, but you never know. We’re as organised and up-to-scratch as we can be but we just have to bide our time what with suppliers, freighting, funder’s requirements, etc.

Margaret, our Vet, WILL be here during both December and January. Thank you……….

Last Bus Shopping Day will be Thursday, Decr. 23rd. There will be no Bus Service the following week cos it’s Christmas Week and everyone’s having a week off. Next Bus Shopping Trip will be Thursday, Jan. 6th.

Remember if you eat well, exercise, and see a doctor regularly so you live a long and prosperous life, you will eventually die anyway, so stop worrying and start living.

There’s a Facebook Cooking Page called “4 Ingredients”. There is a recipe on it called “Sunshine Slice”. It’s made using PINEAPPLE. You should try it – it’s lovely!!

Remember this at Christmas time: A dog or a kitten is NOT a toy.

Live well, love much, laugh often and Have a Wonderful Christmas and a really Super New Year with lots of Good Health and Happiness ....................... “Sancho Panza”.

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WILDLIFE CARERS

ROLLINGSTONE, BALGAL BEACH and surrounds

GAYE LOVELL: WALLABIES, KANGAROOS & BIRDS…..4770 7356 / 0412 965 535 CHRIS GREEN: POSSUMS…..0402 084 588

What a wonderful day.

I had just started the morning feed ritual when my phone went. At that hour of the morning it is usually only one thing, an animal.

It was, a lovely guy in Borton Street had picked up a small joey wallaby that he fortunately saw next to its fatally injured mother. I totally understand these creatures being hit as they have no road sense but I fail to understand why people can’t or simply will not check for young ones. As we know our temperature rises extremely rapidly in summer and if left this young one would have been basically cooked, dehydration would set in and the black ants and birds would of guaranteed a horrendous death. I would wish this on no one as it is torture of the cruellest kind.

Please do not be afraid to stop and check, there is a very clear difference in the sexes and only the females need to be checked. This little guy has the slightest graze on the top of his head and weighed in at 627gr so good size and has good chance.

Birds are another species that suffer in this extreme heat, they just love to see a bird bath or a sprinkler going. They overheat also and we often get stressed birds in who cannot fly but a bit of RnR and water does wonders. We take water with us so remember the animals. This includes your pets at home, make sure they have plenty of fresh water this time of year. The same goes if you are going away for a few days over the festive season make sure your animals are properly cared for not just left to fend for themselves, she’ll be right attitude just doesn’t cut it any more.

Council offers FREE MICROCHIPPING to registered pets once a month. The event

They are saying that we are in for a good wet ????

Remember the snake population are on the move and when it is wet they need to come closer to get food so domestic birds and such are like drive thru meals for them, very easy to get and normally in a dry spot. Aaaah sheer bliss. I have heard of several snakes being in the wrong place already BUT remember always treat a snake as a deadly guy as too many times you see idiots with a snake on their arm asking for ID and it’s a brown. Ugh, disaster waiting to happen as he has to remove that from his arm and it is not going to be happy to do that.

Chrissie and I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has helped us this year in donations of linen etc. It is very much appreciated and never goes astray as what we cannot use gets passed on to other groups.

Just a bit of useless information, I have a barking owl out the back of my place and I’m wrapt to hear it, if lucky I see it. See small things attract small minds.

Please everyone have a very Merry Christmas, over indulge, be cheerful and thanks be for another day. We will see you all in the New Year of 2022 Please note Chrissie (Chris) Green is also a carer for all animals out here..0402 084 588. Please take note of her number.

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL!

Upcoming Dates: 17 Nov 15 Dec

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Hi All. Seventeen years ago I arrived in town and my first question was “Do you have any Water Aerobics here that I can attend?” The answer was no. “Well, is there a pool?” Yes, at the Golf Club. Someone took me along and there were about four girls in the pool puddling around trying to think up a few exercises. I offered to run them through one of my few programs from back then. They loved it and asked me if I would do it regularly for them. That four or five girls gradually grew until I realised I would have to find a program to utilise the whole pool, not just the shallow end. So the “Water Gym” or Float Belt program was introduced. More and more started to join us. We had to take out memberships at the club back then to use the pool but Management at the time decided they couldn’t afford to keep up the chemicals in the pool throughout the wet season (our pool season) so we had to find another venue to continue. There were so many of us that we had outgrown the pool anyway.

Cheryl Pearson accompanied me to the Rollingstone Caravan Park where we approached John & Gaynor, who were the Managers at the time. They said they would be quite happy to have us. We have found the Caravan Park to be the perfect spot ever since. The pool is beautiful and big and luckily had plenty of room for our group to grow and it did! In December 2018 we had sixty people on the books for that season and we had also broken a record of thirty one participants in the pool for 1 session.

That December, Richard was diagnosed with a terminal Glyoblastoma Brain Tumour and I knew I wouldn’t be able to keep up my commitment to the group activity. I had one artificial hip at the time but knew I would soon have to have the other one done as well. Richard was given 3—6 months to live without treatment so he opted to have radiation treatment, after which they gave him a further 12 months. It is not a tumour they can operate on and he has now developed a second tumour. Treatment options are fast running out. However it is 2 years since the Doctors gave him the 12 months and he is still fighting on and defying all odds.

When Richard’s illness struck, we soon realised what a truly wonderful Community we live in from all the offers of assistance that came forward, not just for the pool but at home as well. So many offers to assist with the daily drive into town for treatment; casseroles and cakes turned up magically.

Dianne Greene and Bec Hutchison came forward to keep the Aquarobics going until I could get back into stride. I now realise that it is going to take longer than I thought, so I am saying Farewell to my beloved Aqua and thank you to all of the wonderful (170 at last count) different people who have participated over the seventeen years. I have loved it and it has been a big part of my life. I am very proud of the achievement and the many people we have tried to keep a bit fitter than they would’ve been without it.

Thank you all and I wish the group all the best and hope it continues on for another seventeen years.

Babz.

SPLASH

FUN

FITNESS

The Rollingstone Beachfront Resort pool is the venue for a group of happy splashers who meet for fun, laughter, exercise and social interaction.

The pool is accessible for all levels of mobility with a walk in beach access and willing hands to assist always. Mums and Bubs welcome. The pool sparkles and is maintained to a very high standard.

Tuesday and Friday mornings, entry to the Park between 9-9.20am for an in the water start at 9.30am. Covid checkin still applies with a QR code available at the pool. Cool off in the pool, meet new friends and share some exercise at your own pace. Everyone welcome……..Enquiries: 0417 716 366 Recently, Colin Pace was awarded the National Medal for the Rural Fire Service, for his contributions within the Rollingstone Rural Fire Brigade. Colin was one of the founding members of the Rollingstone Brigade in June of 1962 and by the early 70’s was First Officer.

Knap sacks, with an attached spray nozzle, were the only firefighting equipment the brigade had until the mid 80’s, when they received their first appliance. It was a 64 Model Ford truck from the Whitsunday’s, a retired Urban firefighting unit, or commonly known as a Red Truck.

Colin can recall quite a few frightening experiences during his active years with the brigade, and I’m sure he’ll be happy to retell the stories if you ask. First Officer was a position he held for many years before handing it over to his nephew Raymond Pace in 2004.

Colin is now a Support Member of the brigade and he appreciates the recognition and still does his part within the community when needed during the fire season.

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Recently Rollingstone SES members: Rob Wilson, Sandy Allen and Les Parker were awarded the following: National Emergency Medal: - Rob Wilson, Les Parker, Sandy Allen.

Clasp to N.E.M for Cyclone Debbie Efforts: - Rob Wilson, Les Parker.

Meritorious Service Medal (10yrs of service): - Les Parker.

Special Contribution Award: - Sandy Allen (special contribution to the State Emergency Service through developing skills and adding a sense of realism with her skills in moulage and scenario preparations for training process) Rob Wilson was awarded National Emergency Medal for Cyclone Debbie 2016, and clasp to NEM for Nth Qld Floods 2019.

During the 2019 floods Rollingstone SES Group Leader, Rob Wilson and Senior Field Officer Sandy Allen worked for eleven days straight to support and assist Rollingstone residents who were affected by this event as well as others between Ollera Creek and Bluewater.

We are very fortunate to have volunteers such as Rob and Sandy as part of our community who are prepared to “go above and beyond” to keep us safe.”

Whilst not recipients of awards, Rollingstone SES would like to take the opportunity to say THANK YOU to those members who volunteered time to assist communities in need - you are, and always will be unsung heros in our eyes -Bruce Toms and Luke Currie.

THE ROLLINGSTONE SES GROUP URGENTLY NEED VOLUNTEERS!!

Are you the type of person who takes a hands on approach to emergencies?

The SES responds to many different types of activations as a result of disasters and emergencies.

SES Volunteers are “ordinary people doing extraordinary things.”

If you would like to help, we will find a way to utilise your talents and expertise. For more information Visit your local SES HQ training night (2nd & 4th Wednesday each month).

Call your Local Group Leader to find out more on 0418 194 876

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Properties selling off market! Plenty of genuine buyers.

MYSTIC SANDS GOLF CLUB INC November had some great results, congratulations to all Monthly Medal winners Div 1 Tony Richards, Runner Up (again Brett Logan), Div 2 Ken Jeffree and Runner Up Reg Geritz. Ladies Winner Megan Jeffree and Runner Up Rebecca Logan. The last weekend of November Medal of Medalist grand slam was held. Unfortunately some winners could not make both days over the weekend due to prior commitments, however 5 ladies and 10 men did battle it out hoping to take out the Golden Trophy.

Stuart Jones and Anja Devereaux were very consistant and final winners. Big congratulations to you both. What a successful year for Mystic Sands Golf and Country Club Inc. hosting the Men’s Pennants. Big fields in both Men’s and Ladies open events and several new members. The course has been in the best condition all year round and many visitors from Townsville and further away are always full of praise on the challenging course.

Many thanks to Mick and Lisa and your amazing family for all your efforts in presenting the resort and continuing to make improvements every week.

Megan and Troy, a big thank you for guiding the small team of staff. There are always a cold drinks, great meals and clean facilities. Troy is stepping back and the club wishes to thank him for his outstanding efforts on presenting the course every week. We must not forget all the volunteers, some there every day doing their part. We thank you for your support.

2022 will be an awesome year as we welcome several new members to the club after the closure of Lavarack in late December. Your support for our small club is much appreciated.

One of the new players will also take on the roll of groundsman after several years at Lavarack. Welcome Hank!

Key dates in December, Presentation Night 4th Dec and Annual General Meeting 11 am 5th Dec for all members. Hope to see a big role up.

Hope everyone has an wonderful festive season with family and friends . Stay safe and well and here’s to 2022 being bigger and better Gurdie This is our last BOWLS report for this year and what a great time local bowlers have had. Thursday Night Bowls has been a real winner with the competition between locals, campers, caravaners always competitive even though it is social. There were big bowls nights for the Lions, Leos and the Smallbon Cup. Reg, Graeme and GB the winners of the Perpetual Trophy. During the year we ran a few meat tray raffles and with money in the account the committee is going to splash the cash just before Christmas, so turn up Thursday nights and join the festive spirit. A special thank you to Rooster Smallbon and Rod Charleston for assisting with the greens week in week out. Thank you Troy for mowing and bringing the roller out for the green mob. Thanks also to Mick and Lisa for allowing us to keep bowls going at Mystic; to Meg, Hailey and Wade for the sausage sizzle each bowls night; thanks Rhonda for giving us space in the Mystic Sands report. If you haven't played before, contact the club for a free lesson and remember the bowls slogan "If you don't use it you could lose it".Until 2022 enjoy life, a happy Christmas, stay safe and drive carefully.

Several of our bowlers will be travelling to other club competitions over the festive period. Best of luck team and bring home the trophies and the cash.

Next year the Pineapple Fours will be back with lots of other events planned, so drop in to the club anytime and have a quiet one and find out what's going on!....

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ROLLINGSTONE AND DISTRICT LEO CLUB Hello everyone, and hard to believe we are just a few short weeks away from another Christmas Celebration. In the last couple of weeks your Leo Club Members have:Sunday 14 November conducted their “Colour Run and Obstacle Course ” at Pace Park in conjunction with the Lions “Lap The Map for Diabetes” Global Awareness and healthy lifestyle event. Nine Leos, several of the School’s Junior Leos, and many of the young people of our Rollingstone and surrounding communities, as well as several adults and family groups, supported the event.

And thank you also to the Community Ladies who also walked around Pace Park, and Lions for supplying the yummy Sausage Sizzle and cold drinks at the end.

We wish all those who live in our part of paradise a very Happy and Holy Christmas, a Merry and Safe New Year, and look forward to seeing our Leos back supporting their Community next Year.

Merry Christmas everyone!

Shirley Muller Assistant Leo Advisor Mobile 0407 114687: Email jsrellum@yahoo.com.au

On Saturday 20 November 15 Leos and our three Leo Advisors enjoyed a visit with the new North Queensland Autism Leo Club in Townsville for an afternoon of Ten Pin Bowling, followed with our Christmas Break-up at Fasta Pasta.

And the Leos have commenced, together with the School Junior Leos, their community collection of Food Items for the Christmas Hampers they will pack and deliver to needy local Families for Christmas. Collection Boxes for non-perishable Food Items are at the Community Hall, RTC and Lions Den, and we thank our wonderful Community Citizens for again supporting us this year.

Jan Giles with her prize for winning the Lions Diabetes Lap The Map Raffle.

ROLLINGSTONE & DISTRICT LIONS CLUB INC. Congratulations to all who took part in planning and contributing to the Regimental Dinner that was a great success from several aspects.

The army personal came from Cairns to Rockhampton and many had never visited our District before, so it was a wonderful opportunity to promote our area.

It was a credit to the Soldiers in the way they helped cleaned up on Sunday morning and brought everything back to normal, even some out on an early morning Sunday run after a late night.

Many members of our Armed Forces and members of this Regiment died on battle fields to protect our freedom in the past and were young soldiers just like those who visited our District over the weekend as the final stage of a training exercise. It was also an exercise for ourselves, a test of our ability to act during emergency situation be it a major flood, fire etc. Just as the Soldiers were at the end of a training exercise, we too were doing practical training in our resilience to cope and serve under pressure.

We would like to extend our thanks to Major Mark Smith the acting Commanding Officer for the Regimental Dinner and all the army person involved in visiting our region.

John Holliday Rollingstone and District Lions Club President

BLUE TREE At a recent Committee Meeting, a member expressed the wish to put a “Blue Tree” in place locally. Discussion revealed a strong feeling that this should very much be a Community Project with input from everyone who was happy to be involved.

Therefore, we’re printing here to ask if you’d consider coming along to a community meeting to be held at the Community Centre on a date and time in the new year for further discussion of this matter. This is an extremely emotive issue and affects most of us at some time in our lives, either directly or indirectly. We don’t want to do this on our own, and ask your serious consideration in attending. Please register your interest/intention with Chrissie on 4770 7855 and we’ll get back to you with a date and a time. This will also be posted on the local Facebook Pages.

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Toomulla News.

December is upon us, Christmas just around the corner and then hello 2022. This year has flown by & now we are going into the holiday season.

I would like to welcome all the new people who have come to live in our little piece of paradise……it really is a lovely place & hoping that you are enjoying your new residence.

If you would like to become a member of our community association or register your email for community updates please contact either Rhonda (President) (H) 47707813 (M) 0431637980 or Margie (Secretary/Treasurer) on 47707087 or email Rhonda on schwarzee1959@gmail.com There is a Community AED (Automatic External Defibrillators) located at the Community Book Swap & Plant Stand. Sudden cardiac arrest is one of the leading causes of death in Australia & an AED can dramatically increase the chance of survival. If you see someone collapse, immediately call 000 and get the paramedics en route…then locate AED. The Toomulla Beach Community Christmas Party is on the 18th December 6pm down at our newly built Community Shelter Shed. Cost will be $20 per Adult & $5 per child (5-12). You can RSVP by Wednesday 15th December by phone: Rhonda 47707813 or Margie 47707087. Payment must also be made by this date. You won’t be disappointed with the Menu.

Santa is coming along to the “Kids in the Community Christmas Party” on Saturday 4th December but you must register your child by Tuesday 30th November. Please use contact details above for further details.

Tickets for our $150 Christmas Hamper Raffle are now available - $1per ticket or 6 for $5. Drawn Saturday night 18th December at the Christmas party. You can buy your tickets now if you like from 64 Herald Street - the Table & tickets will be out the front near the Community Book & Plant Stand. Tickets will also be on sale at the Christmas Party. Good Luck.

Australia Day—Wednesday 26th January….Lots of Food, Fun & Games to be had! We have lots of games, Trivia, Tug-A-War, Cricket, Crab Races & much more for the kids & adults. Looking forward to seeing you all there.

I would like to take this opportunity to say a very Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to everyone in our lovely little community. Enjoy, stay safe & have a wonderful Christmas.

I would also like to say Thank You to the wonderful volunteers who give their time each month to publish this Rollingstone Rag. Cheers…..Rhonda.

BALGAL BEACH BOATING & LEISURE CLUB NEWS G.Day All, Gee whiz. What a good BBQ night we had. The food was great again, these people amaze me how they can turn out food that tastes so good, there are always compliments from every one. Alan and Jeff cooked the BBQ, again. Thank you guys. The lovely ladies who bought along sweets deserve a medal. I can’t resist, and they all taste so scrumptious…Thank you ladies.

We had a new member last night, such a nice lady.

Welcome to our club Michele, I am sure you will enjoy every ones company and our fun activities. We played Team Quoits, and the winners were team 5. The gold prizes went to Col, Margie, Shirley, Kerrie and Rhonda. WELL DONE GUYS. Bruce won the members draw. Well done. Cheryl won the Lound’s Seafood raffle. Good on ya CHERYL. President Bruce spoke about the coming new year and what activities members would like to have from trips, outings and socials etc. All members had good input. Ideas will be discussed at our next meeting.

Our CHRISTMAS PARTY on the Sunday 12th Dec. will be excellent, a night to remember. Cost is $15 per head and visitors are $25 per head.

Visitors to our BBQs are $10 a head and children under 12 years are free.

Members are always free. For advice on joining our club, contact Linda on 0499343573 STAY SAFE AND BE HAPPY:………

Kind regards from your Committee.

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Hi Balgal Community, Just wanted to give you a few updates and take this opportunity to thank all the Volunteers who give so generously of their time and wish the Community a Merry Christmas and prosperous New Year.

Community Meeting- HAVE YOUR SAY: • The response to this community engagement in regards to what peoples thoughts are for the Pace Park renewable, Bushy park and the proposed family facility has been amazing, Thank you all so much for taking time to let us (TCC) know what the community is wanting.

• Again the background was- 28 Families wrote to me, led by Harmoni asking for a Family Facility, and then in the council budget there was money for renewals. So to my delight Council staff took this on as a project to collaborate, refresh, find out who is actually using the current facilities at Pace Park and Bushy Beach - basically to formally gather as much info and feedback, so we (TCC on behalf of Ratepayers) spend the money wisely for what YOUR current community needs and wants are • The community meeting was well attended and the staff got some valuable information.

As promised these will all be collated and presented back to the community in the new year.

The Bush Walking Track: • I was so pleased to actually see this take shape and thank Adam from council for sourcing funding for this and the Lions for taking the lead on this.

Connecting Balgal: • This project is taking shape, so I will be scheduling a community meeting for late January to keep following through.

Drainage Meeting: • Again thank you to those who attended the follow up meeting, and as promised all the clearing of the drains should have happened by now and we will be meeting again in and around March for the documented follow up to see if the work that was done helped.

• At the time of writing this I understand some negotiations are currently being held with private land owners to also help. So hopefully by Feb we will have a clearer picture.

Looking forward to seeing you in 2022 Warm Regards….Margie

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ROLLINGSTONE STATE SCHOOL

Rollingstone State School.

Taking Enrolments for 2022 for Prep to Year 6.

Please come in for a visit or contact us on: principal@rollingstoness.eq.edu.au phone: 0747707313 mobile: 0436813683

Eligibility for enrolment in Prep for 2022: Child turning 5 before 30 June 2022

Hi Community Holidays are almost upon us all!!! I think both students and staff are looking forward to a wellearned rest after another busy but successful term. A huge thank you to all our partners throughout the year that continue to support the school in making such a huge difference to the lives and learning of our students.

Pink Stumps On the 1st November we held a Pink Stumps day at the Community Centre to raise money for the McGrath Foundation for breast cancer. Traditionally a day where everyone wears pink and plays cricket, we slightly modified the activities to suit our hot climatic conditions. The team looked sensational in pink and we had a round robin of six events that involved cricket skills and water!

The highlight was playing in the bubbles on the ‘slip n slide’. Students hurled themselves down the wet, slippery slide and had to peg a ball at the stumps while hurtling down out of control.

We also held a couple of special activities that had our Chappy Travis hanging from a wall with duct tape and the students got a little bit of payback with ‘Pop the Principal and PE Princess,’ which turned into a massive water balloon fight. As always, our wonderful P&C cooked us a yummy lunch, much of the proceeds going towards the McGrath Foundation. Thank you to all the community members who came down and donated on the day. We all had an awesome day and raised $541. A special mention to our Year 2 entrepreneur, Emily, who donated her after school time to making beautiful bracelets to sell. She raised $28 for the McGrath Foundation……...Well done Emily!

Photo of Chappy Travis hanging by duct tape is on back page.

My Metaphor Family

By Monique My brother is a young lion.

My mum’s a friendly ninja, sneaking up on us.

I’m a dog with messy hair, who has a lot of fun.

My dad is a cat, he likes to drink milk.

My Aunty, who is a tiny giraffe likes coke instead.

We are a busy family when it comes to business.

Our home is always happy, But it’s a zoo!

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We wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and have a safe and awesome holiday. and a Happy New Year!!

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FISHERMAN’S LANDING FISHING & SOCIAL CLUB Hi fellow members, Well this is the last report for the year. How fast has this year gone, let’s hope next year is a much smoother year, with less restrictions.

Lucinda winners: Fish: Bart Cummings with a mackerel measuring in at 93 cm Best dressed Hawaiian man: a draw with Richard and Bart.

Best dressed Hawaiian lady: a draw with Cathy and Koy Well done everyone. A fantastic weekend, (sorry I missed out) but all reports back to me were that everyone had a wonderful time, filled with laughter all weekend.

Thank you Di, Kim and the silent helpers in the background for all your help getting this weekend organised, Dickie and Russell for bbq duties especially those beans Dickie. Thank you to everyone in the club for all the help throughout the year, this is what makes a club work.

Next year our Monthly bbq will start back in January with our shiny new BBQ and new tables. Food is always beautiful, saves cooking on a Friday night. So come and join the fun. New members always welcome.

September winners: Peter Cummings multiple fish: score 557 Kyle Sharkey junior winner: score 136 October winners: Bart: score 829 Kye: score 260 The market is held on the first Saturday of the month on the Esplanade, Balgal Beach http:s//www.facebook.com/balgalbeachmarket Lots of stalls and grab some breakfast. Bigger and better next year, come and support your locals.

Fishing shirts; we have fishing shirts for sale. These need to be ordered. Please email us for the order form.

Stinger net is now in the water, happy swimming everyone.

Our regular monthly BBQs are on the last Friday of every month, a courtesy bus is available for those who would like a drink without the risk of capture. Members and children eat free.

Non-member’s $15 per person. This event is not a BYO event. Please email for further details. fishermanslandingfishingclub@gmail.com What’s the easiest way to catch a fish?

Get someone to throw it to you!

A Merry Christmas to everyone and wishing you all a safe and Happy New…….Yours sincerely…...Irene Leary Dickies fishing Report: Giday Folks, well unfortunately the wind has not stopped blowing this month. I think it is called the mango winds, lots of blossom being knocked of the trees so there will be a smaller crop in the coming days. So I guess that is the same reason for lack of boating days, unless you got out around dawn and came back before 10am and only fished on the inner shoals.

The creek fishing has been reasonable considering the state of the creek water with a few Grunter being landed along with some good Mangrove jacks. Live bait and small plastics being the go and cast into the snags. Rollingstone and Hencamp Creek are the prime areas for small boats with the odd good muddy being potted also some blue swimmers.

The inner shoals as far out as Gun Barrel Reef have once again produced a few School and spotted mackerel to pilchards floated out from the boats also some boated on trawled lines, silver jigs and red and blue lures trawled at around 4 knots at 3 to 4 meters deep other wise it has not been a very productive month. Well here’s hoping for better weather wind wise to come, and also a reasonable wet season to open out the creek mouths. With all creeks needing around 2 plus meters of tide to safely navigate the channels. You can leave your out of date flares and epirbs at the landing for safe disposal and don’t forget to put in a trip sheet with either Townsville or Ingham coast guards or at least tell someone where you are going to fish and what time you will be returning. The creeks nearly all have good size crocs in them so be careful around the banks of creeks. Tight lines and safe boating.

Regards…..Dickie

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1st, 10th and 29th December FREE WIFI now available from Mobile Library

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2nd Saturday of Every Month!

Next Sitting — 11th December

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Mango & Chilli-Glazed Ham 4.5kg half ham on the bone 4 cloves garlic, crushed 1 cup mango chutney 1/3 cup sweet chilli sauce 1/3 cup brown sugar 5 fresh bay leaves, to decorate

Mango Salad 4 limes, 2 juiced, 2 cut into cut into wedges 2tbs extra virgin olive oil120gr leafy salad mix 1 mango, peeled, thinly sliced 1 continental cucmber, halved lengthways, deseeded, thinly sliced.

Method.

Preheat oven to 2000c fan-forced. Line a roasting pan with baking paper.

Stir chutney, garlic, sauce and sugar in a small saucepan

Salted Caramel Rum Balls 250g Marie biscuits 380g caramel top ‘n’ fill 2 tbs rum 2 cup shredded coconut 2 tsp sea salt flakes

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over medium heat for 5 minutes or until glaze boils and sugar is dissolved.

Using a small knife, cut ham rind 10cm from shankend.

Starting at the opposite end to shank, run your thumb under rind to separate it from the fat. Peel back and remove rind. Score fat, about 5mm deep in a diamond pattern, ensuring not to cut through to the meat. Place ham in pan, then wrap shank with foil.

Brush ham with one third of the glaze. Bake, basting with remaining glaze every 15 minutes, for 1 hour 15 minutes or until ham is golden and caramelised. Transfer to a platter and rest for 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, to make the mango salad, whisk lime juice and oil in a large bowl. Season. Add salad mix, mango and cumber, then gently toss to combine.

Remove foil from, shank, then wrap in muslin or baking paper and decorate with bay leaves. Serve ham with salad and extra lime.

until lightly toasted. Remove from oven and leave to cool completely on tray.

Blitz together biscuits and salt in a food processor until a fine crumb is formed. Add in? cup coconut, caramel, and rum (if using) and pulse to combine. Transfer mixture to a medium bowl, cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes or until mixture is firm.

Use clean hands to roll tablespoons of mixture into balls and toss in remaining coconut. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.

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It’s been another busy month in the little village of Paluma. At the end of October, the Outer Limits crew held their annual ‘Dinner Under The Stars’ on Saturday night, to be followed by the ‘Paluma Trail Run’ on Sunday morning.

For a few hours on Sunday, the village was filled with fitness fanatics of all ages as they tackled either the 6 km, 10 km or 20 km trails. Both events were held on the same weekend that significant maintenance works on the electricity network was scheduled by Ergon Energy, resulting in power outages of up to six hours on both days. It was a case of panic stations for a while, but the Paluma SES led by ever-reliable Charlie Allen came to the rescue and fired up the generator to ensure the event took place and was run safely and efficiently.

On 6 November we marked Halloween in Paluma-style with the annual ‘Monsters and Mayhem on the Mountain’ Social at the Community Hall. This year it was great to see many kids attending this function and they embraced the theme of the night with their ghastly costumes. There were certainly some creepy people come out of the woodwork (or in the case of Paluma, the mountain mist) on the night.

Witches, zombies, Hannibal Lector and the PurplePeople Eater were all in attendance. As usual a great deal of fun and frivolity was had by everyone and with five desserts on the menu, the kids were all on a sugar -high and hyped-up until late into the night.

One of Paluma’s long-time residents and champion volunteer of ‘all things that need doing’ celebrated a milestone birthday on 7 November. Wilfred Karnoll is a long-serving member of the PDCA and he undertakes a great deal of maintenance work around the village and at the Community Hall. He works hard to keep our local walking tracks in top shape for visitors and locals to enjoy. There is not much that Wilfred doesn’t know about the rainforest walking tracks and trails in the greater Paluma area and the southern part of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area. Happy Birthday Wilfred!

The Paluma Rural Fire Brigade (RFB) has been very active over the past month. Ross Hyne and Sonya Bryce have done a general spruce up and cleaning at the RFB base (at the Community Hall) and they have recently completed an equipment audit. They have held several recent meetings and some training for the volunteer members, especially new recruits. The Paluma RFB is looking for new members and we encourage others to sign up to this important community service. Talk to Ross and Sonya if you would like further information on becoming a member.

As we wind down for 2021, the last Social of the year will be held on Saturday 11 December. The annual Tropical BBQ sees most residents in attendance at the Community Hall to catch up with friends and neighbours before the Silly Season sets in. As always the theme of this night is ‘tropical’ and there is always an impressive parade of weird and wonderful tropical shirts and other summery outfits. We hope to see everyone join us for this event in December.

Paluma has enjoyed some heavy rain showers over the past week and it looks like the wet season is approaching. The gardens have responded well to the rain and the grass is growing! The plant of the month in the village is Tibouchina Chameleon. There are some superb specimens of this large shrub/small tree along Mount Spec Road. Look out for the stunning shades of purple and pink flowers as you drive through the village. You can’t miss them! See you round the misty mountain ridges……...Michele Bird: 0417 767 099

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EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS Service

Number

All Emergency Calls (including Police, Fire, Ambulance and for reporting fallen powerlines)

000

Townsville Local Disaster Management Group Local Disaster Coordination Centre (only activated during declared emergencies)

1800 738 541

Townsville State Emergency Service (SES) - Tarping/Branches down

13 25 00

Queensland Police Service - Police Link (Non life-threatening calls)

13 14 44

Queensland Ambulance Service (Non lifethreatening calls)

13 12 33

Townsville City Council (includes Emergency After Hours, Flood information, Dengue outbreaks, Sun safety information)

13 48 10

Ergon Energy—Loss of Supply and Emergencies

13 16 70

Origin Energy—Natural Gas and LPG Gas Emergencies - leaks only

1800 808 526

North Regional Gas—LPG Gas Emergencies

07 4774 5111

Telstra

13 22 03

Optus

13 13 44

Townsville Hospital and Health Service

IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY, IT IS VITAL THAT YOU TUNE INTO YOUR LOCAL RADIO STATION

BE FIRE AWARE and BE PREPARED Help Keep our Community Safe Stay up to date with current fire restrictions:

https://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au or https:// www.qfes.qld.gov.au Rural Fire Brigade Rollingstone/Hencamp: Raymond Pace: 4770 7285 / 0427 116 604 Fire Warden: Rob Pratt: 0407 634 361

07 4433 1111

Department of Transport and Main Roads (Road Closures)

13 19 40

Translating and Interpreting Service

13 14 50

Call from anywhere in Australia—24 hours/7 days

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Rollingstone & District Community Assoc Inc.

Alcoholics Anonymous

44 Community Cres, Rollingstone 4816

For More Information ..................................................... 47715 411

Committee:

Ambulance

President: Sue Von Wald ..................................................0407 753 562

C/O Northern Beaches Station ........................................ 47786 033

Treasurer: Lynne Prytherch ................................................. 47707 689

Balgal Beach Boating & Leisure Club Inc.

Hon. Secretary:Chris Martin ................................................. 47707 855

President: Bruce Smith ................................................0407157515

Angie Barr……………………………...........................................0417 027 700

Secretary: Kerrie Cochrane ..........................................0412492861

Deb Calder ………….. .............................................................. 47707 474

Fisherman’s Landing Fishing & Social Club Inc.

Geoffrey Prytherch .............................................................. 47707 689

President:: Gavin Love ............................................... 0419 387 856

Ann Martin…………... .........................................................0408 100 083

Secretary:Kim Love .................................................... 0419 387 856

Phil Thompson..……. .........................................................0412 416 027

Email…………………………...fishermanslandingfishingclub@gmail.com

All Correspondence to:

Playgroup

The Secretary 44 Community Crescent, Rollingstone Qld 4816

North Townsville Community Hub .................................. 47516 511

Community Centre Manager ............................................ Chris Martin RTCMonday - Friday .............................................................. 47707 855

8am - 4pm…………... ....................................................... Fax: 47707 811

Paluma & District Community Association President, Jamie Oliver .............................................. 0408 710 030 1st. Vice President, Sarah Swan ................................. 0439 492 351 Secretary, TBA .................................................................. TBA

E-mail:rollingstonertc@bigpond.com

Email: ................................................. paluma1932@gmail.com

Community Hall Phone (M-F 9am-3pm) @ op shop ........ 47707 153

Treasurer, Wilfred Karnoll ............................................... 47788 441

ROLLY RAG

Rollingstone RSL

E-mail: rollingstonerag@bigpond.com

President, Ewan Cameron .......................................... 0417 719 043

Contact: Rag office…............................................................. 47707 799

Email: ..................................... secretary@rollingstonerslqld.net.au

Police

Rollingstone & District Lions Club

OIC: Sgt Anthony Jacobs

President, John Holliday ............................................. 0414 808 483

2IC: Snr Constable: Brendan Pownall

Treasurer/Secretary: Graeme Byrnes ........................ 0468 931 905

POLICE LINK…………. ................................................................... 131444

Rollingstone & District Seniors Inc.

EMERGENCY………... ......................................................................... 000

President, Wendy Clark.............................................. 0418 654 242

CRIMESTOPPERS….. ..........................................................1800 333 000

Secretary, Kerrie Cochrane ........................................ 0412 492 861

Rural Fire Brigade

Toomulla Community Association

Rollingstone: Raymond Pace ......................... 47707 285 / 0427116604

President, Rhonda Schwarz............................................. 47707 813

Fire Permit: Rob Pratt ...................................................... ..0407634361

Animal Contact Numbers

Toomulla: Rudi Schwarz ....................................................... 47707 813

Animal Refuge ................................................................. 47745 130

S.E.S.

Animal Ambulance (after hours) ..................................... 47745 130

Emergency - Flood or Storm..................................................... 13 2500

RSPCA Inspection ............................................................ 47744 714

HQ………………………..……………………………………………………………47707 589

Straying Stock.................................................................. 47738 411

Group Leader: Rob Wilson ...............................................0418 194 876

National Parks & Wildlife Service .................................... 47212 399

Rollingstone State School

N.Q. Wildlife Care Group ........................................... 0414 717 374

Principal: Andrew Stallman .................................................. 47707 313

Bird Rescue ............................................. 47707 356 / 0412965535

Rollingstone state school P & C Assoc.

Margaret Preston (Vet) .................................... TXT 0403 262 212

President: Annie O’Brien………………………………… 0418252450

Livestock on highway—REPORT TO ................................... 13 19 40

Email : Rollysspandc@gmail.com

Justices Of The Peace ....................................................................

Mutarnee State School

Chris Martin, Community Centre, M-F 8am-4pm ......... 47707 855

Principal: Michael Blake ....................................................... 47708 131 Rollingstone Rag, December 2021

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Rollingstone General Store 6.30am to 5pm every day 21 Rollingstone Street, North Queensland 4816 Rosco, Olga, Nessie & Eamon

Cheap petrol, diesel, oil and car products Gas cylinder refills Newspapers and magazines Gift cards and stationery Milk and fresh bread Pet food and bones Ice-cream Cold soft drinks, iced tea, flavoured milk Hot pies and sausage rolls Groceries and small goods

POST OFFICE

FRESH COFFEE

Pay bills (rego, phone, power etc) Phone credit (all networks) Post parcels and letters PARCEL COLLECTION ONLY BETWEEN 9.00AM AND 5PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY

Barista quality Bounce coffee Latte, cappuccino, caramel, skinny, etc.

Try our chocolate muffins

FRESH FUIT AND VEGIES

NEED HARDWARE?

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Lots of new stock on display.

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Potatoes Onions Tomatoes

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Eggs Bananas Pineapples

Plus Extensive range of Frozen Vegetables

FRESH MEAT IN CRYOVAC PAKS Going Fishing?

We stock tackle, lines, lures,

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BAIT for local conditions

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DECEMBER 2021 Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

1 9am Indoor Bowls 11.30am MOBILE LIBRARY 5-6pm Your Pace or Mine Walking Group

5 7.30am Mass at Hall

6 9am Line dancing at Hall

7 9am-11.30am TAG Playgroup Rollingstone SS

12.30pm Cards @ Hall

9.30am Aquarobics at Rollingstone Resort

7 pm AA Meeting at RTC

12 7.30am 5pm BBB@LC BBQ @ Community Hall

19 7.30am Mass at Hall

13 9 am Line dancing 12.30 Cards @ Hall 7 pm AA Meeting at RTC

20 7 pm AA Meeting at RTC

14 9.30am Aquarobics at Rollingstone Resort\ 5.30 Lions Meeting

21 9.30am Aquarobics at Rollingstone Resort

8 9am Indoor Bowls 4.30pm Your Pace or Mine Walking Group 6.45pm SES training SES training resumes on the 19 Jan

15 9am Indoor Bowls 11.30 MOBILE LIBRARY

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

2 8am-3pm Community Bus Shopping 9am Cards (in Community) 9.30am Playgroup at Hall

3 8am Entire Wellbeing Weight Circuit Class 9.30 Aquarobics at Rollingstone Resort

4 8am BALGAL BEACH MARKETS 9-12noon Op Shop

9 8am-3 pm Community Bus Shopping

10 8am Entire Wellbeing Weight Circuit Class

11 12.30pm BINGO AT THE HALL

9am Cards (in Community)

9.30 Aquarobics at Rollingstone Resort

9-12noon Op Shop

5.15pm RSL Meat Tray, Raffles & Goose Club@ Mystic Sands Golf Resort

5.15pm RSL Meat Tray, Raffles & Goose Club @ Mystic Sands Golf Resort

16 8am-3pm Community Bus Shopping

17 8am Entire Wellbeing Weight Circuit Class

9am VET at Hall

9.30 Aquarobics at Rollingstone Resort

5-6pm Your Pace or Mine Walking Group

9am Cards (in Community)

22 5-6pm Your Pace or Mine Walking Group

23 8am-3pm Community Bus Shopping

18 Project Outback Dental at Balgal Beach Medical Centre

5.15pm RSL Meat Tray, Raffles & Goose Club @ Mystic Sands Golf Resort 24 9.30 Aquarobics at Rollingstone Resort

25 7.30am Mass at Hall

CHRISTMAS DAY

26 7.30am Mass at Hall

27 7 pm AA Meeting at RTC

28 9.30am Aquarobics at Rollingstone Resort

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NEW YEARS EVE

Rollingstone Rag, December 2021

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Lions Club Bar Wenches under the yellow light

FLFASC at LUCINDA

Chappy Travis hanging by duct tape Rollingstone Rag, December 2021

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