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MORE TO LOVE The editor’s desk I think our communities as a whole can look to the small town of Yangan east of Warwick as something of a role model when it comes to smart use of town water (see this week's cover story, pages 4&5).

Yangan has been connected to Warwick's town water for a decade now - and after a long and often bitter campaign - but old habits die hard out there. The locals were so used to being miserly with water thanks to the poor quality of their former bore supply that saving water just comes naturally to them.

I am hearing stories of town dwellers who are showering with a garden hose and while many urban dwellers are very water-savvy consumption levels for household domestic use are still far too high in our towns and villages.

But what a relief it was to get some rain late last week and at the weekend - where I live out of town I tipped just under 60mm out of the gauge, which means I am probably doing much better than some, as the rainfall was very varied.

The rain certainly helped to top up more than a few tanks, but as much as anything it provided some cool relief and a lift in the collective mood. It won't break the drought, but it will have helped some broken spirits.

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LEAK WATER ‘IS NOT WASTED’

BY JEREMY SOLLARS

Water from leaking tanks at the new Bunnings outlet in Warwick is being utilised by the Southern Downs Regional Council and the Warwick fire brigade, it has been confirmed.

Curious and observant readers contacted the Free Times about the audible noise of running water coming from underneath the store's outdoor nursery section in recent weeks, expressing concern the most valuable resource around was going to waste.

It is understood the tanks are for firefighting storage.

Bunnings area manager Debb Stevens confirmed water from the tanks was being utilised elsewhere.

"Following the recent discovery of a leak, we have had to remove water from our underground tanks at the Warwick Warehouse in order to undertake repair works," she told the Free Times.

"We have worked closely with Council to relocate the water into two tanks at the Yangan Road Council Depot.

"Once these tanks are filled, the remaining water will be pumped into a dam at the depot for roadworks projects and local fire truck use."

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Observant Free Times readers heard the sound of leaking water coming from beneath the nursery section of the new Bunnings Warwick in recent weeks, prompting questions to be asked… both confirmed the water was being utilised in their respective operations.

Meanwhile the former Bunnings outlet on Palmerin Street is about to undergo a makeover while new commercial tenants are sought for the vacant site.

A Toowoomba-based spokesman for marketing agents Colliers International this week told the Free Times the roof of the building needs to be replaced and new entries will be constructed.

He said discussions were being held with the Brisbane-based owners of the building and a project manager, and that interest in leasing the site had been shown by several potential commercial tenants but nothing had been signed at this time.

Colliers International has previously said the intention of the owners is for the building to be leased by multiple tenants. · More stories and water and the drought pages 4 to 9 ... ●

HAVE A CUPPA FOR CANCER RESEARCH Cancer Council Queensland is calling on South West Queensland locals to prepare to pop on the kettle and host an Australia's Biggest Morning Tea their way this May in support of around 2120 locals who are diagnosed with cancer each year.

Registrations for the fundraising initiative are now open for 2019 and to raise awareness ahead of the official date, Thursday 23 May, a giant mug has departed on a journey that will see it travel around the state, including to South West Queensland.

Cancer Council Queensland CEO Chris McMillan said the charity hoped by sending the mug around the state and showcasing its journey on social media, using the hashtag #MugOnTheMove, more people would learn about the fundraising campaign.

"It's a fun way to let more people know about Australia's Biggest Morning Tea and encourage Queensland communities to pop on the kettle and host their own event," Ms McMillan said.

Ms McMillan said South West Queensland locals needn't wait to see the mug on social media or visit their town to sign up.

"Our new-look website for 2019 has just gone live, so we're calling on South West Queensland locals to register as a host and set a date now, to make a difference," she said.

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"An Australia's Biggest Morning Tea can be a simple morning tea in the office with colleagues, at home with friends or family, in the community or at school."

The official date of Cancer Council's Australia's Biggest Morning Tea is Thursday, May 23, 2019, but people can register to host an event anytime in May or June.

Register now to host an event at biggestmorningtea.com.au, or by calling 1300 65 65 85, and you'll receive a free host kit with everything you need to make your morning tea a success.

To stay up-to-date with where the #MugOnTheMove travels to, follow Cancer Council Queensland on Facebook or Instagram, or have your say on where it should move to by visiting cancerqld.org.au/ mugonthemove. ●

BUDGET VIEWS The Southern Downs Regional Council has released its Draft Budget for 2019-2020 for public consultation and submissions are invited from residents.

A series of community information sessions on the Draft Budget will be held in April.

The Draft Budget was adopted by councillors at a special meeting held at the Warwick chambers last Wednesday 13 March, the same meeting at which emergency water measures for the region were announced.

The Draft Budget proposes a two per cent general rate rise and a 2.75 per cent rate rise for waste, water and wastewater utility charges.

Budget documents state that by "consolidating the general rate and utility charges it is projected that total rates and charges income (to council) will increase by 2.3% over the base that was raised last year to $57.21 million".

The rate increase for the current financial year was 2.75 per cent and the council says it is budgeting for a three per cent annual rates increase ongoing from next financial year, 2020-2021.

The full Draft Budget document can be viewed at www.sdrc.qld.gov.au

DRAFT BUDGET COMMUNITY INFORMATION SESSIONS ... · Warwick Town Hall - Tuesday 2 April, 6pm7pm · Wallangarra Hall - Thursday 4 April, 6pm7.3pm · Killarney Senior Citizens Centre - Tuesday 9 April, 6pm-7.30pm · Leyburn Hall - Wednesday 10 April, 6pm7.30pm · Maryvale Hall - Thursday 11 April, 6pm7.30pm · Stanthorpe Civic Centre Supper Room Tuesday 16 April, 6pm-7.30pm · Allora Community Hall - Thursday 18 April, 6pm-7.30pm You can make a submission on the Draft Budget in person at the Warwick, Stanthorpe or Allora council offices or by post to The Chief Executive Officer Southern Downs Regional Council PO Box 26 Warwick QLD 4370 The council has said no anonymous submissions will be accepted and you must provide your full name and telephone number.

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Cover photo and this page - Peter Guy's late father Halvor was one the leaders of the campaign for better water for Yangan and Jenn Greene-Galloway and her family were among others who led the charge over many years.

Yangan today consistently comes in under the council's ''per person per day'' water targets.

‘WE’RE WATER WISE’

BY JEREMY SOLLARS espite some decent falls of rain in recent days the drought is far from being broken and a big part of the community focus is on being miserly with water use.

At a media conference held at its Warwick chambers last week the Southern Downs Regional Council said most of the region's 19,000 residents on a town water supply continue to exceed the 'per person

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Under the 'high' restrictions now no longer in force that target was 170 litres per day - that has now dropped to just 120 litres per day under the 'extreme' restrictions which took effect last week.

And the council has vowed to enforce the new restrictions, including potentially fining residents and businesses which breach the rules.

One small community in our region which gets a 'gold star' for being waterwise

is Yangan - population about 300, nestled in the rolling hills about 20 kilometres east of Warwick.

Council water consumption records from November last year to February of this year show Yanganites consistently used less than the current 'per person per day' target, and Allora likewise is conservative with its water use.

Yangan locals campaigned long and hard for years to have their water supply improved and finally, back in 2009, were connected to the Warwick town water

supply, through a combination of council and state government funding.

Prior to that they'd endured consistently dirty - at times foul - water from the local bore supply, so bad they took to dumping filthy clothing on the council's doorstep in protest.

But just because they've had town water for the last decade doesn't mean their frugal water habits are a thing of the past - they're just as miserly as ever when it comes to water use.

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The฀SDRC's฀latest฀water฀consumption฀graph.฀Source฀-฀February฀meeting฀agenda.

Water facts ...

Each฀blue฀dot฀represents฀a฀registered฀bore฀in฀the฀Warwick฀area฀-฀but฀it฀doesn't฀mean฀ they฀all฀have฀water฀or฀are฀currently฀equipped฀for฀pumping.฀Source฀-฀Qld฀Government.

Like most Yangan residents, Jenn GreeneGalloway can alternate between her own rainwater and the town water supply to her home as needed - but the town water is very much seen by her and other locals as a 'backup' or secondary source.

"Before the town water pipeline we had the most expensive water in the region - the council made it expensive because they didn't want us to use it as the bore was prone to failing and they didn't want the expense of carting water out here," Jenn told the Free Times.

"The cost was a deterrent and we were always absolutely determined not to use excess water because the cost was astronomical, it was $3.44 a kilolitre.

"We lobbied for years and years for an improved water supply and we finally got there, but let me tell you it took some doing.

"But it still amazes us that the 100 or so properties along the pipeline in between Warwick and Yangan still can't access it.

"I believe it should be a local law for every residence in the region to have a tank supply of between 20,000 and 30,000 litres."

Peter Guy lives in Warwick but his family has a long association with Yangan - indeed his late father Halvor was one of the leading campaigners in the Yangan water fight.

He may be a town dweller these days but having grown up reliant on non-urban water Peter believes 'townies' should be penalised if they breach water restrictions, while acknowledging many urban users are smart with greywater and house-plumbed rainwater.

•฀ A฀running฀tap฀uses฀between฀2฀ and฀6฀litres฀of฀water฀a฀minute •฀ Old฀toilets฀use฀about฀13฀litres฀per฀ flush,฀whereas฀modern,฀low-flow฀ toilets฀use฀about฀6฀litres฀per฀flush •฀ A฀full฀dishwasher฀cycle฀uses฀an฀ average฀of฀about฀15฀litres฀of฀water •฀ Old-style฀showerheads฀use฀15฀to฀ 20฀litres฀per฀minute;฀three-star฀

Underground an alternative?

This฀former฀bore฀near฀the฀Warwick฀ Showgrounds฀and฀Bracker฀Creek฀is฀ believed฀to฀have฀once฀supplied฀Warwick฀ Hospital฀with฀water.฀ "I think instead of issuing fines the council should be charging more if you use town water excessively," he said.

"But I'm interested in the extreme restrictions - I've seen Leslie Dam even lower than it is now in my lifetime and we were only ever on 'high' restrictions.

"We need to look at the long-term - this drought will eventually end but when the next one comes are we going to be prepared?

"Is it looking at securing a bigger allocation for Warwick from Leslie Dam - as in buy it back off the cotton growers (former mayor) Bruce Green used to say water will run uphill for a price.

"And what about pumping out of the Condamine into Leslie Dam when there's good flows in the river?" ●

Councillors฀and฀staff฀at฀last฀week's฀ media฀conference฀on฀water฀said฀an฀ investigation฀is฀underway฀into฀the฀potential฀to฀draw฀underground฀water฀for฀ public฀use฀from฀bores฀on฀council฀land฀ across฀the฀region.

State฀Government฀mapping฀shows฀ there฀are฀hundreds฀of฀registered฀ bores฀on฀both฀public฀and฀private฀land฀ around฀Warwick฀and฀Stanthorpe฀but฀ how฀many฀of฀these฀are฀being฀actively฀ used฀is฀not฀known.

What฀is฀known฀is฀that฀in฀the฀Warwick,฀ Allora฀and฀Killarney฀areas฀alone฀there฀ are฀up฀to฀30฀bores฀on฀council฀land฀and฀ former฀Deputy฀Mayor฀Ross฀Bartley฀believes฀testing฀them฀would฀be฀worthwhile.

Ross฀told฀the฀Free฀Times฀when฀ he฀was฀on฀the฀former฀Warwick฀Shire฀ Council฀he฀fought฀bitterly฀against฀a฀decision฀to฀de-commission฀a฀number฀of฀ bores฀in฀the฀Lyndhurst฀Lane/WarwickAllora฀Road฀area฀which฀supplied฀the฀ former฀Rosenthal฀Shire.

He฀also฀pointed฀out฀that฀a฀bore฀located฀near฀the฀Warwick฀Showgrounds฀off฀ Kingsford฀Street฀close฀to฀Bracker฀Creek฀ once฀supplied฀the฀Warwick฀Hospital฀with฀ water,฀and฀that฀parts฀of฀the฀Warwick฀ CBD฀were฀once฀a฀"swamp"฀and฀there฀ would฀potentially฀be฀workable฀supplies฀ of฀underground฀water฀in฀those฀locations฀

rated฀showerheads฀use฀less฀than฀ 10฀litres฀per฀minute •฀ The฀average฀bath฀holds฀around฀ 80฀litres฀of฀water •฀ The฀Southern฀Downs฀Regional฀ Council฀offers฀a฀free฀showerhead฀ exchange฀program฀-฀for฀details฀visit฀www.sdrc.qld.gov.au฀and฀click฀ on฀the฀'Living฀Here'฀and฀'Water฀ and฀Wastewater'฀links.฀฀฀● quite฀close฀to฀the฀surface.

But฀he฀cautioned฀against฀getting฀ hopes฀up฀too฀much,฀saying฀bores฀ could฀be฀"tricky฀things"฀and฀bore฀ water฀is฀difficult฀to฀treat.

"I฀fought฀hard฀against฀the฀decommissioning฀of฀those฀old฀Rosenthal฀ bores฀but฀in฀the฀end฀the฀then-council฀ decided฀it฀was฀all฀too฀expensive฀to฀ keep฀them฀maintained,"฀Ross฀said.

"They฀also฀said฀the฀water฀was฀too฀ hard฀to฀treat,฀but฀all฀bore฀water฀is฀ hard฀to฀treat.

"The฀problem฀with฀bores฀is฀you've฀ got฀to฀keep฀using฀them,฀you've฀got฀to฀ keep฀them฀pumping฀otherwise฀they฀ can฀become฀sand-฀or฀clay-locked.

"You฀need฀to฀keep฀them฀alive฀but฀in฀ saying฀that฀it's฀certainly฀worth฀looking฀into.

"With฀any฀of฀these฀former฀bores฀in฀ the฀Warwick฀area฀you'd฀need฀to฀get฀a฀ well-driller฀in฀to฀re-condition฀them฀and฀ test฀them฀and฀you฀might฀have฀to฀put฀a฀ new฀one฀down฀beside฀them.

"But฀they're฀on฀alluvial฀country฀so฀ they're฀not฀deep฀and฀those฀alluvial฀tables฀ are฀usually฀quite฀responsive,฀depending฀ on฀who฀else฀is฀drawing฀water฀from฀them.

"And฀some฀of฀the฀pipe฀infrastructure฀would฀still฀be฀there฀to฀potentially฀ get฀water฀to฀the฀treatment฀plant.

"Failing฀that฀you฀could฀use฀a฀poly฀ line฀which฀has฀been฀done฀elsewhere."

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SAME WATER STORY OVER THE BORDER...

As the Tenterfield Dam water level continues to drop rapidly Tenterfield Shire Council is imploring the community to take "personal responsibility" for their water usage to assist in "mitigating the likelihood of the need to truck water into Tenterfield at huge expense".

A statement by CEO Terry Dodds last week noted Level 4 restrictions have now been in place since mid February 2019 and "although the water usage in Tenterfield Township has reduced, our potable water resource is rapidly diminishing and will result in the imposition of severe Level 5 restrictions once the dam capacity reaches 15%".

"Southern Downs Regional Council have enacted Extreme Water Restrictions with a target consumption of 120 litres per person per day," the statement said.

"These restrictions apply to the village of Jennings.

"Access to the Water Dispensing Station will remain at this stage, pending the activation of the Apex Park bore for stock water in approximately two weeks.

"However, this bore water will be limited and a disclaimer required as the water has a

high iron content and is suitable for stock only.

"Difficult as it may be, users of the Water Dispensing Station are asked to access it for potable water for home use only and not deplete this valuable resource for livestock use.

"Once Apex Park bore water is available, it is anticipated at best that only licensed water carriers will have access to the Water

Dispensing Station and all enquiries for potable water will need to be made through them.

"Hugely disturbing and concerning are reports of personal water tanks in town being filled so that gardens can continue to be watered, water being allowed to run off gardens into the gutter, washing of house walls and persons filling pods at the Water Dispensing Station to use on gardens.

"Be assured that if you have a green lawn and healthy garden you will attract attention and that tank water can be checked for the presence of chlorine and fluoride.

"In the coming weeks, all residents will receive a pamphlet providing additional information and updates on our water situation and giving water saving tips." ●

PLENTY OF ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE AT THIS TOUGH TIME Micheal Fagg of the Rural Financial Counselling Service based in Warwick says he's only heard a few isolated reports of local producers destroying stock due to a lack of water, but says the drought situation remains dire.

He said there is still plenty of government assistance at all levels council, state and federal - that primary producers aren't accessing and he urged them to do so.

"One of these is the Emergency Water Infrastructure Grant Rebate, which covers

50 per cent of the cost of bores, tanks and pipes," he said.

"But there's a whole range of assistance available and while I have a steady line of enquiry there's still people out there who are eligible for help and aren't taking it up.

He said the Southern Downs Regional Council's appointment of Charee Aspinall as its Drought Coordinator had been a positive step.

For a broad range of information on government and other forms of drought assistance visit www.farmhub.org.au

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The council says restrictions on businesses which use high volumes of water could be introduced in early May, following completion of 'water efficiency plans' being developed for individual businesses by the council.

Another emergency water measure the council announced last week is an investigation into the viability of existing and new underground water bores across the region, and the council says grading of gravel roads using public water could be ceased indefinitely depending on rainfall in the near future.

Silt levels at Leslie and Connolly Dams in Warwick and in Storm King Dam at Stanthorpe will be "verified" to refine water use forecasts for all three storages.

The council currently predicts that with no significant inflow Leslie Dam will be empty by September next year, Connolly Dam by next February and Storm King Dam by November of this year, but many Stanthorpe locals believe the council's forecast for Storm King Dam is overly optimistic.

Media were last week told the council is "working with local businesses, sporting clubs and community groups to help them reduce their water consumption and conserve water, and is currently reviewing all aspects of Council's raw and recycled water supply".

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continuing to manage and provide water to residents who are connected to the urban water supply, and to provide support for rural residents who need to buy urban water for domestic purposes.

"We need the community's help to reduce water consumption and we are asking everyone to be responsible and fair with how they use water.

"The target for everyone is 120 litres per person per day and everyone can make a difference." · For full details of the extreme level water restrictions visit www.sdrc.qld.gov.au and click on the 'Water restrictions' link at the bottom of the home page ●

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Cr Dobie did concede individual water contracts and allocations - including the Connolly Dam raw water being used to irrigate the Warwick Polocrosse fields at Morgan Park ahead of the World Cup in April - could be varied and restricted if the council deemed it necessary.

She said all community and sporting groups will be expected to "share the burden" of drastically reducing water use.

"The water we save now is crucial to how resilient our community will be if drought conditions get worse. The more water we can save now, the better," Cr Dobie said.

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At a media conference held last Wednesday 13 March Mayor Tracy Dobie and senior council officers said 'per person / per day' water use by the region's 19,000 urban residents using town water is currently between 350 and 400 litres, well above the 120 litre target now in place under the extreme restrictions.

Rural residents who purchase drinking water either directly from the council or from commercial water carters will also be subject to the same extreme restrictions and can face enforcement if found to be in breach of them.

The restrictions do not refer specifically to water used for livestock or other animals - either by urban or rural residents - but the council says it will direct water carters to deliver water only to a tank connected to a house on a rural property and that the water "should be used for domestic purposes".

The council says rural residents can purchase non-drinking water for stock and agricultural purposes "from private water carriers" and has denied rural users will be required to sign statutory declarations to the effect they will not use council water they buy for animals.

Rural water users are being encouraged to access state and federal drought assistance programs for watering of livestock and those purchasing water from council standpipes in Warwick and Stanthorpe will be limited to 1000 litres per fill, capped at 3000 litres per week until Wednesday 1 May, after which such access will be reviewed.

Councillors voted to introduce the extreme level restrictions at last week's meeting.

Senior officers also revealed that up to 25 per cent of town water supplies is lost across the region in a typical year through "system losses" including leaks from both council and private water pipes and from theft.

Residents are being encouraged to report suspected breaches of water restrictions, with penalties depending on the severity of the non-compliance starting at $391 for residential customers and $1,958 for nonresidential customers.

The council has stated that bulk water from outside the region may need to be carted in - possibly by rail - if no significant rainfall is received in the next several months, potentially from Brisbane's Wivenhoe Dam or other storages around Queensland at the discretion and direction of the Queensland Government.

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NEWS SOME USEFUL INFO? As the long dry continues to afflict the region some in our midst are blatantly stealing precious water - even from neighbours according to some reports received by the Free Times recently. And with the council revealing last week that as much as 25 per cent of the region's town water supply is lost every year through both leakage - of council and private water pipes - and theft, it's timely for urban residents to ensure there are no leaks on their properties. The following information is from the Southern Downs Regional Council's website - we hope it's useful - for more call the SDRC on 1300 697 372 or visit www.sdrc.qld.gov.au, including detailed info on how to perform a water meter test ... ●

LOCK YOUR METER...

Council has received reports of people stealing water from taps when the owners were absent. Council would like to remind customers that such incidents are private issues best dealt with the police.

Council can also help customers prevent such theft by purchasing and installing a lockable stop tap to your meter. A lockable stop tap is a device designed to prevent unlawful access to your water supply. If you have concerns that water is being stolen from your property, Council can install a lockable stop tap to prevent water theft. The cost of this installation would be approximately $100 for the parts and labour per stop tap. Travel costs may also be applicable. The lockable stop tap must be installed by Council's personnel only.

Please contact Council's Water and

Wastewater department for a quotation if you wish to have this device installed. ●

TEST YOUR METER...

Water leaks can occur on the consumer side of the water meter, at the water meter itself, or inside the property boundary. In some instances solar hot water systems may have a leak - this would be undetectable as the water runs into the gutters from the roof.

Consumers are encouraged to read the water meter regularly and stay alert for indications of a leak on the property.

Leaks will either be undetectable (eg. under

a concrete driveway or inside a wall) or detectable (eg. dripping tap or running toilet).

If consumption increases for no obvious reason, then this may indicate a hidden leak or burst pipe.

If a water leak is discovered inside the property boundary, a licenced plumber should be contacted to undertake the work.

The area between and including the stop tap and the water meter is the responsibility of Council. If the water leak is located at the water meter, please contact Council.

In the event of a suspected leak at the property you should:

· Perform a Meter Test to confirm the leak · Engage a licenced plumber to fix the water leak (may be the responsibility of the property owner or agent) · If applicable, the property owner may apply for relief on the water consumption ●

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LETTERS Why is it that the Warwick Polocrosse Club don't have to comply with the current strict water restrictions placed on residents in the Southern Downs?

The organisers of the Polocrosse World Cup, due to be hosted at Morgan Park, in Warwick, from April 22 - 29, are constantly reported boasting that they will attract more than 40,000 people to the town for the event.

We are in the midst of the worst drought in living memory in this area and the Warwick Polocrosse Club are going to inflict us with an extra 40,000 people for a week using our precious water.

The ratepayers of Warwick can only shower for two minutes and have to pay for what we use.

Those camping at Morgan Park for the Polocrosse World Cup will be able to shower two or three times a day and stay in the shower for as long as they like.

Just imagine the amount of water that will be used by these people using the toilet and shower facilities at the venue, not to mention how much the hundreds of horses will drink, and how much water will be wasted washing the horses after each game.

We, the residents and ratepayers, have to pay for every drop of this precious commodity we use, yet these 40,000 visitors can use as much as they want for free.

This World Cup has to be cancelled until next year - It's as simple as that!

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At the rate the Warwick Polocrosse Club has been using water on their playing fields and shrubs for many months leading up to the event, and the amount of water that will be used during the week long carnival, Connolly Dam will run dry.

What about the rate payers who rely on Connolly Dam water to keep their livestock alive?

Most country people derive nothing from the tourists who visit our area - the motels, coffee shops and supermarkets are the winners from such an event.

When the tourists and players are gone, the poor old farmers are the ones they rely on to support them.

These farmers and graziers are the ones who will be without water for their livestock after the World Cup is over.

I think the ratepayers of the Southern Downs Regional Council are entitled to know just how much water was used by the polocrosse club before the event, and how much will be used during the forthcoming event.

The Warwick Polocrosse Club will be laughing all the way to the bank and getting applauded for their lovely green fields.

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WARWICK RSL CLUB AGM NEXT WEEK The Warwick RSL Memorial Club will hold its 2019 Annual General Meeting (AGM) at Kings Theatre next Tuesday 26 March at 7pm.

The AGM follows a special general meeting of members held in January of this year at which a new management committee was elected to help improve the club's financial situation.

Since that time external consultants have been brought in to assist the club with making major changes to its operations and an interim general manager, Andrew Bowtell, recently commenced in his role while recruitment for a permanent general manager is completed.

Former Free Times sales executive Natasha Sheehan also recently commenced work at the Warwick RSL as marketing coordinator.

Only financial members can attend

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· Tradies are now being invited to use the main bar between 3pm and 5.45pm daily whilst wearing workwear and singlets. Management asks that they leave the premises by 5.45pm out of respect for the Ode that plays at 6pm and are more than welcome to return once changed into suitable attire. Tradies will have use of the main bar only and are not permitted in the gaming room or bistro. · Josh Benz, one of the Warwick RSL's friendly bar staff faces is taking part in Shave For A Cure and will shave his head on Saturday 30 March at 1pm in the main bar. Josh has declared that if he raises more than $500 he will also be publically waxed. The Warwick RSL 20 permanent full and part-time employees, providing a unique and rewarding career opportunity in retail.

"Opening hours will also continue to be 8:30am-7pm Monday to Friday, with extended hours until 8pm Thursday.

"Weekend hours are 8am-6pm Saturday and 9am-6pm Sunday."

FILM AS ART The Stanthorpe Film Society was started last year by a few people in Stanthorpe who felt that they wanted to see films locally that were not just the ordinary run of the mill films.

Whilst some of the films shown are well known, most of them are not. This gives the society members a chance to see some great films that they would not normally have access to.

Films to be shown over the next few months include 'The Scarlet and the Black', 'At Eternity's Gate', 'The First Man', and 'Women in Gold'.

These films are shown at the Arcadia Theatre in Stanthorpe, normally on the second Saturday of the month. Entry is restricted to film society members, and there are a few memberships still available. For more information please email the society at stanthorpefilmsociety@gmail.com.

TRIVIA NIGHT The Freestone State School P&C will host its annual fundraising trivia night

has already contributed $250 to the cause. · Night out for Drought - The Warwick Lions Club in conjunction with the Warwick RSL are holding a fundraiser to help support our local farmers in these dire times. A Night out for Drought will be held in King's Theatre

early Warwick land sales in the 1850s.

He established a home and farm called 'Norbiton'.

Anyone interested in further information please contact Lexene Spreadborough on 0427 311498 or via email at finsburypark@bordernet. com.au

on Saturday 30 March at the Freestone Memorial Hall, with a 6.30pm for 7pm start.

The event is for all ages with tickets just $10, including a light supper. Tickets can be pre-purchased or purchased at the door, with multidraw raffles, an auction and lucky door prizes on the night and a full bar operating.

To book a table for a team of 8 to 10 call Karen Mauch on 0437 635 133 Freestone SS is also seeking memories and memorabilia from former students and teachers as it plans celebrations for its 150th anniversary in 2020.

Members are also being sought for the organising committee which is coordinating planning for the event.

If you can assist also contact Karen Mauch.

MAINLY MUSIC Nearly 10 years ago on May 7 2009 The Warwick-Killarney Uniting Church started a children's program called 'mainly music' and the program hasn't looked back. Three of the original leaders are still involved - with others coming and going as their lives change. But the one thing that has remained constant is how this program has been such a significant part of the lives of so many families over the years.

Those preschoolers who started in 2009 would be in high school now and the younger siblings come through - and the youngest was less than a week old who came with three older sisters.

The program is having a birthday party next Thursday 28 March from 5:30pm for a 6pm start - and all are welcome Please RSVP with numbers via the church office on 4661 1080 by this Monday 24 March and like 'warwickmainlymusic' on Facebook.

FAMILY REUNION A reunion of the Spreadborough and connecting families is being held in Warwick on the 13th and 14th April 2019.

An invitation is extended to the descendants of Mary and William Spreadborough and their 10 children who were pioneering settlers of the Warwick and Killarney districts.

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A company spokeswoman said the "comprehensive store upgrade" would result in "a fresh new look, including better product displays, improved navigation and modern styling".

"Many of the improvements have been implemented following extensive store trials and ALDI's state-wide rollout of its modern store design in South and Western Australia," the spokeswoman said.

"New features will include redesigned shelving, expanded wooden produce bays, as well as extended energy efficient chillers.

"As energy management remains a key priority for ALDI, the store has energy efficient LED lighting.

"There will also be improved pointof-sale displays and store signage.

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GARDEN TIME

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IT’S VITAL TO KNOW YOUR ONIONS Onions would have to be one of the most useful vegetables that I can think of. They are certainly one I would find it hard to cook without as they add flavour to so many savoury dishes. Many soups and stews would not be the same without them and a BBQ would not smell right without some on the grill.

Vegetarian cooking relies on them for flavour in many dishes and not many meat eaters can pass up braised steak and onions.

Many years ago a girl about to be married told me her mother had given her the following advice - "If you are late home and haven't got dinner ready, chop some onions and put them on to fry while you quickly put the tablecloth on and set the table - with the smell of onions cooking and the table appearing to be ready your husband will be suitably mollified and happy to wait for the rest of the meal"! Now that advice in this modern day and age of equal opportunity and shared responsibilities really dates me but I've yet to try it out!

Onions are Australia's 4th largest vegetable crop accounting for 9% of all vegetable production and by volume the 6th largest vegetable crop grown worldwide.

Australians use about 8kgs of onions per head each year. In 2015, the most recent figures I can find, we grew almost 232,000 tonnes. We exported almost 40,000 tonnes of fresh onions and Belgium was our biggest customer. The country to target should possibly be Libya as they eat an astounding

30 kgs per head per year!!

Australia is only a small grower in the world scheme with China being the largest with over 20 million tonnes, India next with excess of 13 million and America growing over 3 million tonnes.

South Australia is our largest growing region, 42%, followed by northern Tasmania, 29%, and our own Lockyer Valley and surrounding areas with 11%. However, if the right variety is chosen, onions can be grown and enjoyed anywhere in Australia in the home garden.

They are an easy vegetable to grow and a great companion plant to lettuce but not to potatoes! While they are a slow crop, taking 6 to 8 months to mature, they don't take up

much space and can be used young as spring onions, picked progressively as they grow or allowed to mature to harvest and store.

There are many different varieties and colours from white and red salad onions, mild flavoured creamy yellow varieties to the brown ones that keep so well and are so common in the vegetable section of our supermarkets. As a rule of thumb red onions keep for 1 month, white for 3 and brown for 6 months.

Onions should be planted in free draining soil that has been sweetened with lime and does not contain too much nitrogen as this will cause the tops to grow to the detriment of the bulbs. As a rotation it is ideal to plant them where zucchini or tomatoes have been

grown in the previous season.

They need a sunny spot as they require 6 hours of sunlight to do well and to be kept moist in their early growth. They are one crop that should not be mulched as the bulbs are susceptible to rot if they are covered - they need to have a free flow of air round them and to be watered at ground level.

Feed them regularly with a low nitrogen fertiliser as they grow and keep weed free.

Back off the watering as they approach maturity and stop altogether as the tops begin to turn yellow and fall over. Pull them at this stage, allow to dry in the sun until skins harden, wipe of any dirt and store in an airy, cool, dark place - hanging in mesh bags or stockings is ideal.

I haven't grown onions for a long time but always keep them in the fridge vegetable crisper as this stops me from crying as I cut them - much easier and a better look than holding a slice of bread in my mouth to absorb the fumes!

They have been around for a long time and are believed by archaeologists to have originated in the Middle East. They are depicted on the walls of Egyptian tombs and mentioned in the Bible when the Israelites are in the wilderness and pining for the "leeks and onions" of Egypt.

An English farmer, Peter Glazebrook, is in the Guinness Book of Records as having, in 2011, grown the world's largest onion weighing in at a massive 18 pounds!! â—?

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BY JEREMY SOLLARS Warwick photographer Bubbles Barbierato is still on cloud nine after being chosen to be personal photographer to US country star Luke Combs when he played at CMC Rocks 2019 at Ipswich last weekend.

CMC Rocks is the biggest event on the Australian country music calendar and in case you're not a fan of country music, Luke Combs is one of the hottest acts on the international country scene right now.

Bubbles volunteered at CMC Rocks last year and was stunned when Luke Combs' management team - who were struck

by Bubbles' portfolio of work and her enthusiasm - got in touch to say she had the gig as the star's personal photographer, describing the paid job as "the greatest experience of my life".

Bubbles had exclusive access to Luke before, during and after the show last Friday night at Willowbank, where more than 20,000 country fans turned out in the pouring rain to be entertained. Luke also performed on Sunday afternoon during a songwriters session with artists Thomas Rhett (USA), Troy Cassar-Daley (AUS) and Kylie Sackley (AUS).

Luke Combs is known for his jovial personality and sincerity when interacting with his fans and Bubbles described him as "incredibly down to earth" She said it was a real eye-opener to see what goes on "behind the scenes" at a major live music event.

"People sometimes complain that performers don't spare enough time at shows for things like signings and photos but when you see the kind of pressure they are under backstage you understand why it's not always possible to do everything the fans want you to do," Bubbles said.

"It was just amazing to think that an unknown person from a small town would get to have this experience.

"I was even approached by some of the other artists to take photos and there is a possibility I may get to work with Luke again on his next Australian tour.

"He was the headline act this year but last year was one of the support acts of CMC Rocks 2018 and he didn't realise at the time how many fans he had in Australia."

While Bubbles is known locally for both her family portraiture and race and rodeo shots, CMC Rocks was her first experience of shooting at a large live music event.

"I learnt so much - I was able to hang out with other photographers and artists while shooting in the pouring rain, overall it was a wonderful weekend full of experiences and opportunity and I can't wait to see where this takes me."

Check out some of Bubbles' terrific shots from CMC Rocks ... â—?

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THURSDAY 21 MARCH · We start the show off with the State Championships for Showjumping Contact - Christine Bradfield 0407161140 · Thursday is also the day we have opened the gates for Disability Access for FREE, it's a great way to experience the show without as much hustle and bustle.

FRIDAY 22 MARCH · Harness Racing returns to the Warwick Show after a decade absence it is great to see the return of Harness Racing and the Ray Bunch Machinery Cantor Cup. Contact - Anthony Collins - 0498 123 440 · Entertainment Friday night Sidetracked · Stud Cattle - This section has seen the highest number of school entries in a long time. It is great to see the next generation coming through.

Contact - Shelley Doyle 0432092587

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY · We have implemented a cooking demonstration with Queensland Country Women's Association, The Healthy Seed, ARISE by Jessica Carey and The Essential Things with Giulia. · We also have David Butcher from Recyle Man doing shows and educating the crowd on Sustainability. · Lilly Bennet the young local Entrepreneur from Crazy about Slime will be doing workshops. · Bunnings will have two days of DIY workshops with terracotta pot painting and planting and worm farms.

· Bullock Team demonstrations with Rohan from Gleneden Farm. · Demolition Derby

SATURDAY 23 MARCH · Border Region Buckle Series Rodeo proudly sponsored by Buffalo Bills Western Store.

SUNDAY 24 MARCH - FREE ENTRY · For the first time the Show will see yoga grace the community stage for a session of VinTin Yoga hosted by Jessica from Essence of My heart.

We have added this to the show as we feel it is important for the agricultural community to have access to a resource to help improve their mental and physical health. · A Country Market will be held from 8am-11am Fresh and Locally Grown or Made, a market to showcase what our region has to offer. From farm fresh produce to locally sourced honey.

Come along on the last morning of the show and shop locally! · Heavy Horse and Harness Spectacular.

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SUPPORT FOR SHOWJUMPING Bradfield Building Contractors are proud supporters of the sport of Showjumping and especially at the local Warwick Show.

With Christine a qualified Course Designer and Judge in control of proceedings, the show runs smoothly. Amy Bradfield mentors young riding students that come to the Bradun Park Riding School, so she will be extremely busy during the show.

Emily Bradfield is taking time out from her journalism pursuits to compete this year, while Peter helps with the courses and ensure problems are dealt with.

Just as the show runs smoothly, Bradfield Building projects do as well. They have a team of excellent tradesmen and apprentices that are extremely proud of their work and achievements.

For all your building requirements see Peter and Christine at bradfieldbuilding. com.au. Whether you are in the market for a new build, domestic or commercial, renovations and repairs or re-roofing, Bradfield Building Contractors are the people to contact.

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Showjumping will feature in a big way at this year’s Warwick Show with two exciting events announced.

Along with the regular jumping program, this year’s Warwick Show will host the Riverina Stockfeeds Queensland Country Showjumping Championships as well as the

Warwick Automotive ‘Six Bar Shootout’.

The Queensland Country Championships will attract some of the best showjumpers in Queensland and northern NSW to compete for the top prize.

Showjumping convenor Christine Bradfield said the event will be a great opportunity for local spectators and competitors alike.

“This event will attract some of the best showjumpers around,” Christine said.

“It’s a great chance for locals to come along and see why this sport is so exciting and growing in popularity”.

The championships will start today Thursday 21 March, with the final Championship jumping event to be a feature of Saturday afternoon’s show program.

The Warwick Automotive ‘Six Bar Shootout’ is a fast-paced, shortened version of showjumping.

“Most showjumping events involve a course with varying lines and angles,” Christine said.

“Rider and horse must combine patience, power and speed over the course, with all jumps generally being the same height.

“In the six bar, the horse and rider have little time to prepare for the six consecutive jump - each one a little higher than the last - in what is a real test of nerve for both the horse and rider.

“This event will be part of Friday night’s entertainment, and is sure to be a crowd pleaser - with most riders attempting heights they don’t normally jump.”

Other highlights of the 2019 Warwick Show will include · Six local schools have entries in the Stud Cattle competition, with more than 50 head entered · Ray Bunch Trots on the custom paceway in the Showgrounds arena (formerly the Cantor Cup) · Country Market on Sunday · Free yoga classes on Sunday morning · Free cookery demos Friday and Saturday by the QCWA Country Kitchens and others ●

OLSENS PRIMED FOR THE SHOW It's Show time in Warwick! In 2019 Olsens Produce are proudly sponsoring several categories in our local agricultural Show.

As Warwick's only locally owned and operated produce store, we are enthusiastic about supporting local events and promoting our community. This year Olsens Produce is supporting the Prime Cattle, Stud Cattle, Prime Lamb and Stud Sheep categories, providing sponsor vouchers for the winners.

Each year we sponsor the Quick Throw in the Clean Shears section, hoping to bring a new audience to the art of sheep shearing. In the horse arena Olsens Produce is providing prizes for the 'Champion Local Led Allbreed' and providing sponsorship across the Local T-Shirt Day. Agricultural shows across the region bring the agricultural sector into the limelight for town and city dwellers. Bring the kids to see the animals and processes that are involved in farmers' everyday life - from growing vegetables, bee-keeping, cooking and sewing, raising animals and working sheepdogs. An extensive horse program covers heavy horses and showjumping.

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LOCAL MP TALKS UP THE SHOW It seems like only yesterday that we were celebrating the 2018 Warwick Show. And what a tough year it has been in Southern Downs. Until last Friday, there seemed to be no end in sight to the terrible drought. But it finally rained - really well in some fortunate places - and with luck and prayer, we'll add some follow up rains over the coming weeks to fill our dams and pave the way for a recovery in our primary industries and local economy.

And just like the certainty that rain will come eventually, we know that there will always be a Warwick Show. There will always be that special time of the year when the sights, sounds and smells of the show come flooding back, and people enjoy the fair and friendships old and new. It is a wonderful part my job going to the many shows held every year across Southern Downs. In spite of the drought, the Stanthorpe, Allora, Killarney,

Millmerran and Inglewood Shows have done their communities proud again this year, and we've seen surprisingly impressive turnouts in prime and stud livestock. Even in tough times, people still make an effort to compete, support and attend their local shows.

And I am certain that the 2019 Warwick Show will be no different. On behalf of everyone in Southern Downs, I want to acknowledge the Warwick Show and Rodeo Society, and thank them, the stewards, showgirls, volunteers, exhibitors, Showman's Guild and sponsors for their hard work and dedication. Without them, there wouldn't be a show, and the community would be poorer for it. Let's all get to the Show and support this fantastic and enduring Warwick tradition. See you at there! ● - James Lister MP Member for Southern Downs

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Warwick Agricultural Show commenced in 1867 and is an important event on the local calendar. People of all ages and from all walks of life, whether city or country, enjoy attending their local show. While the young - and young at heart - look forward to the fairy floss, show bags of goodies and the thrills of rides and fun of sideshow alley, other people enjoy the agricultural and industrial exhibits, entertainment or main ring features. Many in the community of course are involved as exhibitors, entrants or volunteers in show competitions. One thing that's for sure - there's something for everyone at the Warwick show.

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NEWS CENTENARY OF QUAINT COUNTRY CHURCH IS MARKED It was the 23rd of March 1919 when more than 500 people were present for the opening ceremony by His Grace Archbishop Duhig of the Sacred Heart Church at Deuchar, north of Warwick.

In just four years the Allora St Patricks's Parish, under the direction of Rev E Carroll, erected a presbytery, school and convent followed by the church at Deuchar.

Many families in the district donated land, money and time to erect the little 'Church upon the hill'.

The Deuchar Railway Station was constructed and opened in 1878, which assisted in the arrival of the white bricks travelling from Brisbane for the erection of the church. With a unique (at that time) marbled altar donated by the Dwan family and the beautiful stained-glass windows, along with the hammer-beamed ceiling with diagonal sarking, the Sacred Heart has certainly made a lasting impression on many who attend, visit and travel past by car

or steam train.

The first wedding was in 1921 when Miss Annie McMonagle married Mr Stephen Ryan.

This weekend the Deuchar church, which overlooks the beautiful Glengallan Valley, will celebrate 100 years since this opening day. All past and present parishioners and locals are invited to help celebrate this centenary.

The centennial celebration will be held this Saturday 23 March 1919, with an 11am Mass followed by a shared long lunch. Tea and coffee will be supplied, please bring along a plate to share for lunch.

The Sacred Heart Historical booklet will also be available for purchase at only $10 following the service. The church is located just off the Warwick-Allora Road a short distance from the Deuchar-Bony Mountain Road turnoff.

For more details, please contact Monique Bryson on 0487 848 280 or Greg Collins on 0408 673 763. ●

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COMMUNITY DIARY SENIOR CITIZENS

NAVY CADETS

Warwick Senior Citizens monthly activities are held at 13a Albert Street, Warwick. First Monday of each month Hoy (cards) from 2pm. First Tuesday of each month - Friendship morning from 9am. Every Monday - 500 (cards) from 9am-11.30am. Every Tuesday - TAI CHI from 9am. Every Wednesday - Indoor bowls from 9.30am-11.30am. Every Friday - Crazy Whist (cards) from 9am11.30am. Subscription is $10 per year and covers all activities. For information phone Margaret on 0458 444 101, or Fay on 0424 287 121.

TS Kookaburra Navy Cadets Stanthorpe meet every Sunday from 12pm to 4.30pm at the Red Bridge Circuit. For more information please call PO ANC Peter Beacroft on 0418 673 298.

HEART SUPPORT The Warwick Heart Support Group meets on the last Monday of each month (except December and January) in the Founder's Room at Slade Campus at 11am. Lunch is held after a short meeting. Every second meeting a guest speaker attends. A warm welcome awaits any person who may have experienced a Heart issue. For more information phone Norm on 4661 5421 or Jenny on 4664 8173.

TOASTMASTERS At Warwick Toastmasters Club you can meet new friends, hone your public speaking skills and build your confidence in a friendly supportive atmosphere. We meet every 2nd and 4th Tuesday, CWA Hall on Grafton Street - 7-9pm. Everyone is welcome to attend as a guest (free), so why not find out what Toastmasters is all about! For more info, call Alice on 0402 032 502.

CRAFT GROUP The Sew Crafty Chicks hold their craft morning every Friday at the Warwick Bowls Club from 9am to 11.30am.

Everyone welcome - come along and enjoy good company, morning tea and time to work on your own projects or learn some new ones. Cosy just $5. The Warwick Bowls Club is located in Fitzroy Street opposite the Warwick Police Station. Enquiries to Yvonne on 4667 3194 or 0427 673 194.

SUNDAY 24 MARCH Travelling Country Music Club Social will be on Sunday 24 March at the Cowboys Clubhouse in Queens Park, Alice Street from 10.30am. Cost for the day is $8 per adult and $4 for children. Lunch will be included in the cost plus endless cups of tea or coffee all day and afternoon tea. If you can sing, play music, or recite poems, or would just like to listen to music come along and enjoy the day. Phone Del on 0408 613 823 or Ruby on 0438 674 803.

SATURDAY 30 MARCH Warwick Over 50s Social Club - 10am Bunya Festival at 49 Mailmans Rd, North Branch followed by lunch at noon at Maryvale Hotel, Maryvale.

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SUNDAY 28 APRIL Travelling Country Music Club Social will be on Sunday 28 April at the Cowboys Clubhouse in Queens Park, Alice Street from 10.30am. Cost for the day is $8 per adult and $4 for children.

Lunch will be included in the cost plus endless cups of tea or coffee all day and afternoon tea. If you can sing, play music, or recite poems, or would just like to listen to music come along and enjoy the day. Phone Del on 0408 613 823 or Ruby on 0438 674 803. ●

THURSDAY 28 MARCH Warwick Uniting Church 'Mainly Music' - celebrating 10 years of fun and friendship. Normal morning session 9:15am, celebration night commences 5:30pm. Please RSVP for evening program to the church office on 4661 1080 by Monday 25 March.

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19, A-l-to. 20, Man of action.

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ROUND ONE BRINGS BACK CROWDS In spite of all the negative and bad press swirling around the NRL pre-season Round One looks to have drawn League followers back to the fold. No need to check myriad of betting agencies for the odds on how anxious Todd Greenberg, Peter Beattie and the ARL commissioners are that the pattern continues.

Of course, sport and pretty much everything else paled into insignificance after news broke of Friday's Christchurch atrocities.

However, as it has done so often in the past Sport and this time NRL went some way to restoring some sense of normality to a shattered world.

The Warriors threw open the gates and their hearts and fans flocked to see their opening game.

The NZ team rose to the occasion delivering some much-needed positive news to their fans with a season opening win.

In all other games post Christchurch on Friday, a minute's silence was observed prior to kick.

The Bangladesh cricket team have returned home from New Zealand after their third test against NZ which was set down to begin on Saturday was abandoned. They were running behind schedule and were late for the Friday prayer session at one of the Mosque's involved.

It has been a week for many to reflect on their good fortune, to perhaps reassess our own safety and to realise that idiots' footballers' cricketers or any sports stars is not the be all and end all.

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FINALLY, SOMETHING TO SMILE ABOUT Australian Cricket fans finally have something to smile about after the national one-day side came from two nil down to take out the ODI series against India at home. Who would have thought that possible after some of the performances in the past 12 months?

With a looming World Cup, and an Ashes Series on the horizon and Steve Smith and Dave Warner almost through their 12 month bans things are looking a little brighter.

What is no doubt satisfying for the coach and selectors is that it appears we will not be wholly reliant on the return of Smith and Warner to be a force to be reckoned with.

Who knows their places in the side might not be as certain as they were just a few months ago.

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BACK TO BACK CHAMPIONS Maryvale Condamine made it back to back premierships last weekend in the Warwick Condamine Cup A Grade competition.

Maryvale continued their domination of the competition with another fine performance in Saturday's grand-final.

It was satisfying victories for Maryvale, who despite having taken all before them in the past couple of seasons have not had things go all their own way this season.

Like most other teams in the comp they have had their issues with player availability and injury this season.

Once again it was a great team effort but the win was definitely spearheaded by a wonderful bowling performance from Tom Bourke.

The game had to be delayed for over an hour due to the wet condition of the bowler's run up area but no-one was complaining about the overnight rain.

The defending premiers batted first and set up a decent but gettable run chase for Colts. The Maryvale top order all contributed. Jason Steketee (48) top scored.

It was another fine innings to close out a good season with the bat. Opener Andrew Ryan also played well finishing with 42. The father and son combination of Michael and Mitch Bourke proved Lucy Bourke is not the only talented member of that family. Mitch outscored his father. He finished with 37, Michael 35. Colts bowlers Mitch Watson, Alastair Costello and Morgan Bourke each took a pair.

At the completion of their 40 overs Maryvale were 8/218. Colts looking for 219 for a premiership victory.

Maryvale had early success with the ball and with the score at 4/54 Maryvale looked to have the upper and on their way to another Premiership. The main obstacle was the possibility of a big batting performance from John Cleary.

Cleary certainly had a very different idea when he joined Kev Poole at the wicket.

In an innings typical of his batting style Cleary was never going to die wondering and neither were the Colts supporters as he made his intentions clear from the start.

There were some nervous moments for Maryvale when Cleary was put down by Tom Bourke who dropped a relatively easy catch. Cleary smashed nine sixes on his way to a top score of 71 before Tom Bourke was able to make amends holding on tight to a skied ball off the bowling of his cousin Mitch Bourke. The partnership between Cleary and Poole of 107 had steadied the ship and put Colts, within reach of the required total. The equation 39 runs from 36 deliveries.

Colts captain Shaun O'Leary joined Poole at the wicket. Poole found himself back in the club house shortly after; becoming another Tom Bourke victim when he was caught behind by glove man Pat Gordon. It was a gutsy performance from Poole who had injured his back while fielding in the first innings.

O'Leary's wicket was the next to fall.

Colts were hoping the tail would wag but unfortunately the final four wickets fell cheaply and they were all out 16 runs shy of their target. All out for 193.

Maryvale captain Paul Bourke was full of praise for the work of his young bowlers Tom and Mitch Bourke who bowled well in partnership at the end of a tense match and of course combined to dismiss the dangerous Cleary which Bourke righty said

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Maryvale Condmaine players celebrate after making it back to back premierships success. They defeated Colts in the battle for Warwick Cricket''s Condamine Cup ''A'' Grade premiership on Saturday at Slade Oval. welcome relief for the fairway and greens as was the turning point of the game. it has so much more in the region.

Tom Bourke figures of 4/40 and for The greens are due for renovation and an all-round excellent performance was next Monday (March 25) it will be all awarded the Tom and Margaret Walsh hands-on deck. An early start has been medal for player of the final. arranged and those members who are At the presentations following the game available to lend a hand are requested to there was some consolation for Cleary who arrive with shovel or grass rake in handy was named Warwick Player of the Year. ready to get stuck in.

WATERWORTH FIRES CAPTAIN LEADS THE WAY Matt Waterworth was at the top of Allora captain Sean Bryson is unlikely his game in Saturday's stroke event at to forget his team's victory in the 2019 the Stanthorpe Golf Club. Waterworth Reserve Grade Grand Final. Despite his scored 70 off the stick for a nett of 66 in a youth Bryson showed why he has the "C" round where he gave the rest of the field a for captain beside his name. His decision timely reminder of his ball striking ability. making was as spot on as his bowling Waterworth's scores were good enough to performance which netted him a match take a clean sweep of Saturday's events. winning seven His Man of the Match He picked up the Sponsor's prizes performance dashed the premiership (thanks to sponsor Mark McCosker) for aspirations of their opponents Sovereign as Best nett and Gross and in doing so added Allora ran away with a 103-run victory. his name to the Nuffield Cup. Not done The grand final game was transferred to with Waterworth also returned the lowest scores in the "best of three rounds" to secure the Synthetic wicket at Queen's Park after water got under the covers at Mayhew Oval. a win in the Pike Trophy There were also some issues with Honours in the Ladies division of the Pike Trophy went to Lorraine Evans. Going the outfield at queen's park but with everyone so desperate for rain there was into the final round of the event Evans held no complaints as the eastern boundary was the advantage of the two lowest nett scores shortened in one particularly wet section. and was not bettered in the final round.

Batting first Allora wicketkeeper Tim Lorraine will have her name added to the Kajewski took on the role of opener scoring ladies Pike Trophy. a handy 30 runs. Aaron Veitheer top scored In the Ladies single stroke event, Nikki Waterworth continued her good form of late with 56 and Gavan Schiewe 42 as Allora set Sovereign 186 runs to win. and the winning Waterworth family theme.

Luke Cullen, Sovereign's captain backed Her score of nett 77 was just enough to up his strong performance with the ball in claim the win. Tric Fittock however was hot the Preliminary final to wrap up the season on her heels with a score of nett 78. with another best with the ball taking 3/27.

Pin shots were won by Mike McAuliffe With the score at 1/54 Sovereign would (3), Darryl Boekholt (12) and Paul Mills (17). The Ladies' pins went the way of Linda have been reasonably confident they could chase down the required runs. That is until Kelly (3), Nikki Waterworth (12) and Tric Bryson entered the fray. Bowling off spin, Fittock (17). Pro-pins were won by Alan the Allora captain dominated the batsmen Kerr (1/10), Len Leigh (5/14) and Brendan who had great difficulty playing his quicker Barker (9/18). The Birdies nest at 18 went ball. He took three wickets in five deliveries unclaimed. and put Sovereign well and truly on the Run down went to scores of nett 70 and back foot. Bryson's bowling performance better.

On Saturday play in the Single Stableford changed the complexion of the game as event will get underway at 11.30am. Players Sovereign were bundled out for just 82. 40 of those runs scored by Mitch Hay. will find a time sheet on the board at the Allora celebrated an exceptional bowling club. The event will be sponsored by the performance from their teenage captain and RSL Sub Branch. a premiership victory.

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Colt's John Cleary tried hard to smash his side to premiership glory scoring an exciting 71 runs in Saturday's grandfinal. Colts fell short but Cleary was named Warwick's Player of the Year at the post game presentations after a successful year with bat and ball.

Lorraine Evans was never headed in the final round of the Ladies Pike Cup event She is pictured with Stanthorpe Golf's Club captain Richard Reardon.

TARANTULAS AGAINST THE ODDS The Tarantulas headed to Chinchilla for another round the premier 7's. Team Tanny came away with the points but it was a tough day of competition bowls against a strong Chinchilla side on their home turf.

Philpsy again was strong and consistent and had a 31 - 26 win in the Singles. He has certainly been on fire in this competition.

In the fours game Toucha Tuck, Butzy, Geoff and Aaron had to pull out all stops to grab a gritty 18-17 win over the home team. It was locked up at 17 all at the end of regulation play and an extra end was played to decide the winner. Well done team.

Sue & Grumpy fought hard in the pairs however Chinchilla proved too strong on the day and took the honours with a 26-16 win.

Grumpy claimed extenuating circumstances had a lot to do with the result He swears he had to "carry Sue all day" as her mind was elsewhere. More concerned about Thommo looking after her cat (who wouldn't be) rather than concentrating on the "kitty'.

RAIN NO PAIN FOR SPORTERS The rain fell on the greens and fairways but did little to deter the Sporters' crew on Sunday morning and the big field could have been forgiven for skipping down the fairways doing a rain dance.

Something certainly put a spring in Angelo's Magueri's step and he claimed a win in Sunday's round. Mark Lynam finished close but not close enough and had to settle for the runner's up spot but also took home a Meat Tray so he had no complaints.

Paul Armstrong returned the Best Gross of the round and he and John Rawlings figured in the run downs. Rawlings also skipped off with the second meat tray on offer. Dick Hilton took the Pin Shot on the third but alas there were No Takers for the Pro Pin. Sporters are looking forward to teeing off next Sunday with fingers crossed for some more rain. They will be out and about from 7.30am - 8.00am - Why not join the crew?

NO BOWLS - NO WORRIES Round Three of the Tanny Classic was washed out last Friday night due to the "rain glorious rain" but there was not one murmur of disapproval from the big crowd who still turned up in their very flash "whites" to enjoy a great night of entertainment. Maddy Weier and Jim Lamb took home the Bet Dressed honours. They looked great in their traditional white bowls uniforms.

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But never fear all is not for the Tanny Classic purists. Round three will be played this week so you haven't missed a thing and the "All White" classic theme has been extended to include this Friday night. Get those nominations in early.

Don't worry week 3 of the classic will be on this Friday night so we haven't missed a thing. Also, we will have the white theme this Friday night for everyone to get out on the green and look the part.

Away trips are always fraught with potential problems - just ask poor ole Tuck.

He was forced to break the trip in Dalby to buy new bowls shoes - apparently someone for to pack his bowls shoes.

Despite these setbacks the Tarantula's came home with the points.

There should be no such problems this week when the Tarantula's host North Dalby in their bid to remain at No.1.

TRYNG SOMETHING NEW Players often say that one of the most appealing things about Mallet Sports is the variety of games available to players.

Newcomers to the vagaries of mallet sports, Eric and Marion McCulloch joined a group of the regular crew at the Association on Tuesday to get a taste of another of thee croquet disciplines after previously trying the Ricochet format.

Joy Newman and partner Sharyn Roser had a win over their opponents Peter Tunbridge and Carol Verwey. It was a game that was closer than the 19-13 final score indicated.

Joy and Carol both recorded breaks of three hoops in a row, while Sharyn had a break of two.

Andrea Denkewitz took newcomer Marion under her wing while Grace Howard showed Eric the ropes at the other game. Andrea and Grace each recorded breaks of three in the match which was eventually won by Grace and Eric 16-13.

There was only one game of Golf Croquet played last week. Kathy Hopgood scored a 13-8 victory over her opponent Marian Castles with both players playing well. Organisers are hoping to see more players on the court next week now the weather has turned more autumn like.

A small group hit the Stanthorpe courts for the Ricochet games. Andrea Denkewitz played a lone hand against Peter Tunbridge and Bronnie Southgate. Bronnie played very well but in the end, honours went to Denekwitz. In a tight game she won 24- 21.

The game between Jenny Tunbridge and Sharyn Roser was another close encounter

Matt Waterworth claimed a win in the Pike Cup and the Nuffield Cup events.

He is pictured with Club captain Richard Reardon. with the lead changing several times during the course of the game. Roser took an early lead but her opponent fought back to take the lead after playing some excellent long shots.

Roser however was not to be denied and clamed a 25-21 win in an entertaining game.

CHEIKA HINTS AT CHANGE Rugby fans will be waiting with baited breath after national coach Michael Cheika gave his biggest hint yet his biggest hint yet that we are likely to see a makeover in the Wallabies line up this year in a bid to catch their World Cup opponents off guard.

After slipping to sixth in the world rankings, Cheika indicated his squad would look and play differently this year as part of his strategy to have the team peak at the right time.

Rugby Union fans will be hoping he was more than a rabbit up his sleeve as we look to the World Cup. RARE CLEAN SWEEP There were some very competitive games amongst the four the Gateball decided played on Friday. Honours however went squarely to Team Two (Golding, Les Williams, Sharyn Roser and Grace Howard) who scored a clean sweep in all four games.

Team Two opened their winning account with a solid 17-7 win in the opening game.

In the next game their opponents in Team One (Andrea Denkewitz, Val Fancourt, Joy Newman and Heather Widderick) pushed them all the way. They managed to hang on for a 10-9 win in a very competitive game.

Team One had their chance to win the game but missed the agari on their last turn before the clock wound down.

Team Two scored another solid win in the next game. All team members played their part and the final score was 16-7.

In the fourth and final game Team one again had a winning chance.

Joy Newman sparked three opposition balls off the court, but a tactical blunder put paid to the team's chances. The final score

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11-7, gave Team Two a rare clean sweep.

Grace Howard deserves special mention after playing well all day. John Draper who despite being unable to play refereed.

This week the Croquet Club will host visiting players from the Toowoomba Mallet Sports club. This trip has become an annual event. It is a great day where players have an opportunity to improve their skills and work on tactics in a fun and friendly environment.

Visitors are also most welcome.

RSL INTO GRAND FINAL RSL claimed the Stanthorpe Cricket Minor Premiership after last weekend's games wrapped up the final round of fixtures.

The Friday night game between RSL and Tenterfield was a rare washout. On Saturday Valleys and South's went head to head in what was a pre cursor to the upcoming knock out semi-final this weekend.

The game on was Sheehan Oval was spectacular for its low scores.

After winning the toss South's chose to put Valleys in on the slow deck.

The opening spell from Harry Williams and Liam Lanza gave some indication of how things were going to pan out with the batsmen under immediate pressure. With the score at 5/48 a hat trick from South's captain Ben Staley blew the game wide open.

In the space of as many balls, Staley removed Joshua Crestani, Daniel Coup and Brian Crestani each for a duck. Suddenly it was 8/48 and Valleys were in dire trouble.

They lost their remaining wickets quickly to be all out for 61 runs. Damien Andersen played a lone hand scoring 31 of those runs.

Chasing just 62 runs, South's supporters must have been dancing a jig when they were 0/20. South's captain Ben Staley was the first to fall to the bowling of the opposing captain Damien Andersen.

Disaster struck for South's in the form of Steve Martin who cut a swathe through the South's batting line up. He took seven wickets for seven runs from 7.2 overs. The best bowling performance from any bowler this season in the Stanthorpe competition.

South's crashed to be all out for 38 losing all of their remaining wickets for just the addition of another 18 runs. The South's scorecard not a pretty picture - five duck eggs and a top score of 16.

On the CF White turf Wanderers wrapped up a season that promised a good deal early on with an easy win over cellar dwellers Tenterfield. Jamie Carnell found form scoring his third century this season as Wanderers posted their highest score for the year finishing the innings at 5/243 after several solid partnerships.

It always looked like an Everest climb for Tenterfield and in the end, it proved a mountain too high. In another gutsy effort they were dismissed for 118 in the 28th over.

Andrew Einam and Jamie Carnell the lead wickets takers each claiming three wickets.

RSL now have a week off to prepare for the grand final after their Minor Premiership victory. This weekend South's and Valleys will meet again - both sides hoping to erase the horror innings of last weekend as they battle for the chance to appear in the 2019 Grand final in two weeks. â—?

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