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MORE TO LOVE The editor’s desk I was fortunate enough to be given the opportunity to visit Warwick's historic Rosenthal Homestead for this week's cover story (see pages 4, 5 & 6). Owners Jan and Annie Moir and Annie's partner Chris Allan have spent the last three years painstakingly restoring both the main homestead and associated buildings and their hard work has certainly paid off. And they have tourism-related plans for the future which will be another boost for that sector locally. Stepping inside the homestead itself you instantly feel surrounded by the history not just of Warwick but of the wider Darling Downs region, with the original station dating right back to the start of the squatting era. I feel we often take the history of our region a little for granted - there is every reason, for example, to be proud of Warwick's place in history as the birthplace of private agriculture in Queensland. My thanks to Jan and Annie and Chris for allowing me to spend some time absorbing the history and atmosphere of 'Rosenthal' and I wish them all the best for their future endeavours. And mark Sunday 7 April at 7.40pm in your diary - Rosenthal Homestead will feature in a documentary on the ABC's 'Restoration Australia' program. ● Jeremy Sollars

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HAVE YOUR SAY ON DRAFT BUDGET The Southern Downs Regional Council is calling for community feedback on the 2019-2020 Draft Budget which it says proposes the lowest general rate rise in more than 10 years. A council statement issued this week said general rates will increase by two per cent and SDRC plans to extend the early payment discount period to 60 days to assist residents impacted by ongoing drought conditions. Deputy Mayor and Councillor for Finance, Governance and the Arts Jo McNally said the Draft Budget "builds on the strong financial foundation Council has created and promotes future growth and sustainability". "Our goal is to balance providing services and secure infrastructure to our residents without overburdening our ratepayers, and this Draft Budget strikes that balance," Cr McNally said. "The two per cent general rates increase will help Council meet the ongoing rising costs of doing business that Council has faced over the last 12 months. "With the lowest general rates rise in 11 years, Council will need to carefully manage finances, but with the sound financial practices this Council has established, we should still be able to put money into infrastructure reserves and decrease our debt while continuing to provide high quality services to our residents." Cr McNally said the council's financial sustainability has been "supported by the enormous success SDRC has had in securing government funding". She said utility charges for water, sewer and waste will not change from the 20182019 Financial Year and remain at 2.75 per cent which will go towards renewing and maintaining infrastructure. "SDRC will allocate $35.58 million to capital works projects in the region to ensure that Council continues to provide essential services for residents," Cr McNally said. "Some of the proposed projects include street sealing in Glen Alpin, replacing Palmer Bridge at Freestone, commencing work on a new waste transfer station for Stanthorpe and extending the region's recycled water network." "Throughout April, SDRC will host

information sessions across the region and provide an opportunity for residents to share their views and ideas;" she said. "Residents can also submit feedback via the 'Have your Say' form on Council's website. "These information sessions and feedback forms are the community's opportunity to suggest how Council should spend funds and tell us what projects are important to them. "In past years, residents have suggested projects during the feedback process that Council then funded and delivered in that financial year." You can view the Draft Budget and submit your 'Have Your Say' forms at www. sdrc.qld.gov.au

DRAFT BUDGET COMMUNITY INFORMATION SESSIONS - Warwick Town Hall - Tuesday 2 April, 6pm-7pm - 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. If you consider there to be compelling reasons why your submission should be kept confidential contact Andrew Page, Manager Finance and Information Technology on 1300 697 372. All feedback must be submitted by 28 April 2019.

DE-MERGER WORKSHOPS ARE PLANNED FOR NEXT WEEK Community workshops will be held in the Southern Downs region next week after a local government specialist undertakes an assessment of issues surrounding deamalgamation. The Southern Downs Regional Council says independent consultant Greg Hoffman will undertake an assessment of both the Granite Belt Community Association's deamalgamation proposal and the Southern Downs Regional Council's internal management review of the proposal. A council statement this week said Greg Hoffman's assessment and review of key information will be presented to the community at workshops in Stanthorpe and Warwick next Monday and Tuesday evenings. "Mr Hoffman will analyse whether any potential issues have been overlooked or not put forward in either the GBCA's proposal or Council's response," the statement said. "The workshops will be an opportunity for community members to ensure they are well informed on issues surrounding de-amalgamation and to provide feedback on any points which may not have been addressed." The council has previously stated that the likely cost of engaging external consultants to analyse de-amalgamation would be in the vicinity of $40,000. Deputy Mayor Jo McNally said the review and workshops will ensure both the proposal and Council's review is independently evaluated and assessed, and that the community is given the opportunity to query both reports and raise questions and issues. "The community workshops will provide residents with an opportunity to ask important questions to clarify details and hear key information from Mr Hoffman who has extensive expertise in local government," Cr McNally said. "It's a key part of the process to ensure

that everyone in the community is well informed and has an opportunity to be heard on this subject. "As a Councillor, I personally want to be as informed as I can be before making a decision which will greatly impact the future of the region." Greg Hoffman was the Queensland Local Government Commissioner from 1992 until 1996 and is also the former Chief Executive Officer and General Manager of the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ). The council says he has "extensive experience in the local government space, particularly in relation to reform, structural change, and performance and transition management. "In December, the GBCA's report, 'A new Granite Belt Council, a proposal to separate from the Southern Downs Regional Council', was submitted to the SDRC and Queensland Minister for Local Government, Racing and Multicultural Affairs Stirling Hinchliffe," this week's statement said. "Southern Downs Regional Council senior officers and relevant staff reviewed the proposal and the response was presented at Council's February General Meeting. "The Queensland Treasury Corporation (QTC) is currently completing an analysis of the GBCA proposal, providing a comprehensive assessment of any financial implications of de-amalgamation, which will be presented to the Council meeting at the end of April." Community workshops will be held at Stanthorpe Civic Centre at 6.30pm on Monday 1 April and at the Warwick Town Hall at 7pm on Tuesday 2 April, following the draft budget information sessions. It is understood SDRC councillors may formally vote on their support or otherwise for de-amalgamation at their monthly general meeting on Tuesday 30 April at the Warwick chambers. Rev Alan Colyer and Amanda Harrold of the Granite Belt Community Association. (File image)

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Cover photo – Annie and Jan Moir and Annie’s partner Chris Allan pictured on the front verandah of Rosenthal Homestead, which dates back to the very beginning of the squatting era on the Darling Downs. Photo this page – Annie and Jan with the uninterrupted view to the south from the homestead’s rear veranda.

BROUGHT BACK TO LIFE BY JEREMY SOLLARS erched on a hill on the southern outskirts of Warwick overlooking Rosenthal Creek is one of the Darling Downs region's most significant historic gems - and it's being lovingly brought back to life by the current owners. Mother and daughter duo Jan and Annie Moir purchased Rosenthal Homestead several years ago and along with Annie's partner Chris Allan have been restoring both the main homestead and other buildings bit by bit since then. Back in the squatter era Rosenthal Station stretched as far as Stanthorpe to the south and Thane to the west and like the other 'runs' of the early years of the Downs it was known for its fine Merino wool production. The original settlers' cottage is believed to have been built around the same time as the original dwelling of the Leslie brothers on Canning Downs on Warwick's eastern side, somewhere between 1843 and 1845,

with historic building records destroyed by a fire in Sydney many years ago. Today the homestead - built in 1845 - and associated outbuildings sit on 64 acres bisected by a currently bone-dry Rosenthal Creek, with the property having been gradually broken up and sold off by previous owners over the years, with the most recent owners having held it over three generations since 1919. When Rosenthal Homestead last came on the market about three years ago Jan and Annie Moir - who also own and operate the Killarney Hotel-Motel - saw an opportunity to give new life to the heritage property, to which the intervening years had not been kind. Jan now lives in the homestead itself while Annie and Chris intend to reside in the settlers' cottage once Chris - a carpenter by trade - has completed a one-man renovation job which has been a true labour of love, splitting his time between it and the hotel in Killarney, which is currently on the market and which he co-manages with Annie. The couple also plan to construct guest

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"We've been running the (Killarney) pub for 12 years now and mum was on her own after my stepdad died five years ago - hotels are a lot of work and a lot of stress and we decided it was time for mum to have a change of pace and a change of scene. "And for Chris and I it's an opportunity to change our work path and our lifestyle and plan for our own future." For her part Jan takes great joy from living in a peaceful, picturesque location, surrounded by reminders of the property's past and also that of the wider region. "The place had certainly seen the weight of the years when we bought it and Chris has just done a wonderful job," she said. "It's a part of Warwick's history - what more can you say?"

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the brink" of toppling over in a strong wind when he first set to work on it last August. Constructed back in the day with local ironbark and hoop pine, Chris has retained as much of the original timber as has been feasible, with the white ants having gone to work on it over many years. "The first job was to brace it up to stop it from collapsing and then basically I had to strip the whole place right to the ground piece by piece," he told the Free Times. "We put down a concrete slab to futureproof the cottage from moisture and white ants and propped up some of the old logs from underneath, and we've sourced new timber locally. "I also had to completely re-pitch the roof and we've been able to retain the original chimney and fireplace and I'll re-fit the original windows. "We've tried to keep everything in as original condition as possible."

DEATH OF A WORKER Among the many stories from the past associated with Rosenthal Homestead is the death of a worker, Daniel Owens, who was killed by a pack of wild dogs, thought to be in the early 1900s. His resting place sits on council land adjacent to the current property boundary and is marked by a crumbling gravestone (see photo next page). Annie Moir is keen to see the gravesite restored and would love to hear from anyone with knowledge of Daniel Owens and his life, and death. If you can assist call Annie on 4664 1313. · Rosenthal Homestead will be the subject of a documentary on the ABC's 'Restoration Australia' program scheduled to air next Sunday 7 April at 7.40pm after the evening news. · More photos of Rosenthal Homestead on page 6.

The original cottage which Chris has virtually re-built from scratch. The cottage is believed to have been built by Rosenthal Station's first owner Frederick Bracker somewhere between 1843 and 1845.

A PIECE OF OUR HERITAGE ... Frederick John Henry Bracker (1798?-1870), wool-grower, was born at Mecklenburg, Germany, son of John Bracker, farmer. He arrived in New South Wales from Hamburg on 17 January 1829 in the Diadem with about three hundred stud sheep chosen by him from Prince Esterhazy's Silesian flock for the Aberdeen Co. Instead of returning to Germany as he had planned he remained in the colonies and in 1843 the Aberdeen Co. gave him charge of a run (near Warwick) on the Darling Downs which he called Rosenthal. He managed Rosenthal until 1849. In 1848 he leased the 30,000-acre (12,140 ha) run, Waroo (later Warroo), which like Rosenthal soon won repute for its fine merinos. Bracker had brought with him the first stud merino ram on the Darling Downs. Undoubtedly a very skilful wool-grower he was behind 'every plan to settle the area'. He suggested the introduction of Rambouillet sheep to improve the short stapled wool

An ode to Rosenthal... of the Negretti Spanish breeds. When scab broke out, squatters turned to him for advice and his suggestion of dipping sheep helped to combat the disease. He also ran a herd of Shorthorn cattle and experimented successfully with lucerne. A rebel against hand thrashing, he introduced the first steel roller mill which he drove by horse power; he was the first in Queensland to produce flour from his own wheat and for years supplied the needs of his station. With his reputation for hard work and drive,

The main homestead, built in 1845. Rosenthal and Warroo became training places for many aspiring young squatters. Ludwig Leichhardt visited Rosenthal in 1846 and Bracker gave him a horse and twenty-five wethers to augment his supplies. He called in again in 1847 and in 1848 the mules which he took on his last ill-fated journey were broken in on the property. Like the Leslies Bracker maintained good relations with the Aboriginals. In 1843 Bracker married Grace, daughter of Neil Ross of Gladfield, at St John's Church

of England, Brisbane. He was naturalized in June 1850. He died aged 72 at Warroo on 7 May 1870, survived by his wife, four sons and five daughters. He left a property of 109,685 acres (44,388 ha) which the family held until 1912, and many legends of his hospitality, his quaint manners and habits of apparel, his workmanship, but most of all his expertness with wool; he used to say that he could grow wool even on rams' horns. ● · Source - Australian Dictionary of Biography

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Chris and Annie plan to turn the original cottage into their future living quarters.

Chris has completely re-lined the cottage and re-pitched the roof.

The detached kitchen at the rear of the main homestead.

Annie with the gravesite of Daniel Owens. She's keen to hear from anyone with a family connection to the farm worker killed by a pack of wild dogs, thought to be in the early 1900s.

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WATER PREDICTIONS UNDER A CLOUD BY JEREMY SOLLARS The Southern Downs Regional Council has conceded it does not factor water losses through leaks and theft into its forecasts for town water supplies across the region. Senior council officers told a media conference on emergency water measures held at the Warwick council chambers on Wednesday 13 March that up to 25 per cent of town water supplies in any given year is lost through leaks in either the council or private pipeline networks, and through theft. The council refers to leaks and water theft as "system losses" or "non-metered losses", conceding that water pipeline networks in both Warwick and Stanthorpe are of a considerable age and town water leakage on both public and private land is common. But this week a council spokesman confirmed to the Free Times that "system losses" are not taken into account when the council calculates depletion forecasts for the region's dams, calling into question predictions around how long town water supplies will last if our dams do not experience significant inflow soon. "Council calculates the depletion rate for the dams based on the amount of water produced at the water treatment plants, and water lost through leaks and theft occurs after this rate is calculated," the spokesman said. At time of printing of the Free Times this week showers and rain areas were forecast for the Warwick and Stanthorpe areas for the later part of the week but dam levels remained extremely low. Leslie Dam did experience a minor inflow of around 190ML - the equivalent of around 17 days' supply - from the storms a fortnight ago but Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) records show that at the start of this week Leslie Dam was at 5.5 per cent of capacity with 5709ML in storage. The BOM storage level conflicts with that recorded by dam owner SunWater, which it is alleged deliberately inflates Leslie Dam's level with the roughly 2000ML of water unable to be accessed below the outtake point.

Storm King Dam at the Pyramids Road bridge in mid-March. As of the start of this week the SunWater website indicated Leslie Dam was at 7.36 per cent of capacity, with 7820ML in storage. Council records show that as of Monday of this week council-owned Connolly Dam was at 45.2 per cent of capacity with 1171ML in storage, while Stanthorpe's Storm King Dam was at 40 per cent of capacity, with 864ML in storage. The council has previously forecast that with no "significant inflow" Leslie Dam will be empty by September 2020, Connolly Dam will deplete by February 2020 and Storm King Dam by November of this year. But many locals, particularly in Stanthorpe, strongly believe those predictions are far too optimistic and are questioning the true storage levels of all of the region's dams, with silt levels in Storm King Dam a major concern. At the 13 March media conference

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councillors and senior council officers stated they would soon "validate" dam levels at Connolly and Storm King, possibly with the use of divers. The Free Times this week asked the council if any progress had been made with the "validation" work and received the following response via a spokesman "While dam levels are low, SDRC is assessing the potential to undertake surveys of Connolly and Storm King Dams. The results of these surveys will give a clear indication as to the silt levels and the storage capacity of each of the dams." The spokesman also confirmed that the council is "currently assessing the need for repair work on pipes and valves at Connolly Dam". A confidential item in the agenda of the council's March general meeting held yesterday, Wednesday 27 March, referred to

an "interim solution for the emergency works at Connolly Dam" but did not disclose any specific details of the works required. The Free Times also asked if any enforcement action had been taken against any residents or businesses in the region for breaches of compliance with the 'extreme' urban water restrictions now in place. The spokesman said the council "is proactively investigating and responding to complaints about possible misuses of the region's water resources, however, Council has not issued any fines for breaching extreme water conditions to date". "Council continues to work with residents and local businesses to ensure they comply with extreme water restrictions," the spokesman said. For more information about water restrictions visit www.sdrc.qld.gov.au ●

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ANIMAL ACTIVISTS INVADE DOWNS FARM "STUNTS WILL END IN TRAGEDY": AGFORCE

BY JEREMY SOLLARS Southern Downs MP James Lister has slammed animal activists who stormed onto a Darling Downs farm last Sunday 24 March, believed to be part of the 'Aussie Farms' animal liberation movement. The activists entered a feedlot and dairy property at Millmerran operated by the McNamee family, who reacted furiously to the trespassing, which took place over a 90-minute period before police finally arrived to remove the activists, who took phone and drone footage and posed for group photos next to feedlot pens. The McNamee family and their staff were left shocked and unsettled and livestock on the property were likewise disturbed during the 'farm invasion'. James Lister said the news that a Darling Downs family property was invaded by more than one hundred animal rights activists "has created a serious biosecurity breach, which has sent shockwaves through Queensland's agricultural community". "It's just un-Australian that these selfish green terrorists can get away with this," he said in a statement following the incident. "These protesters came onto the McNamee family's property near Millmerran without any regard to biosecurity or the property rights of the family.

"These green extremists trespassed and terrorised the McNamee family and their staff. "They are respectable hardworking people who deserve better than this. "I'm calling on the state government and the Minister for Agriculture Mr Furner to toughen up penalties for people to invade hardworking farmers' properties. "These selfish extremists need to have the book thrown at them. "It angers me that the McNamee family and their staff have had to put up with this, and I know that Queenslanders everywhere join me in condemning this selfish and dangerous action."

AgForce likewise this week called for aggressive animal activists who illegally enter primary enterprises like feedlots and farms to be subject to the full force of the law in the wake of the Millmerran farm invasion, saying it was only a matter of time before one these dangerous stunts ended in serious injury or death. AgForce CEO Michael Guerin said that, far from the caring, peace-loving image these protestors like to portray, they are violent bullies who rely on, threats, intimidation and terror to push their radical agenda. "Harsh words and condemnation mean nothing to the thugs perpetrating these acts," Mr Guerin said. "Peaceful protest is one thing, but trespassing onto someone else's property, frightening children and animals, breaching biosecurity measures that are there to protect everyone - this is criminal activity we're witnessing and it's going unpunished. "My biggest concern is that it's going to take someone getting seriously hurt or even killed before Governments increase the penalties to fit the seriousness of the crime and the courts start enforcing them. "I know I'd feel threatened by the sort of mob action that took place on the weekend

if they came over my back fence. I'd fear for the safety of my family. These are not the actions of a peaceful, law-abiding group," Mr Guerin said. Mr Guerin said he respected a person's right not to eat meat, but that shouldn't extend to being able to commit acts of violence and terror against those who do, or against those who produce it. He added the recent fines handed out for trespassing onto family farms - $1 for the Gippy Goats invasion in Victoria, and $200 to a Sunshine Coast offender who trespassed at a piggery - made a mockery of the seriousness of the situation. "Farmers are good, kind-hearted people just going about their daily business of feeding Australian families. They treat their livestock humanely and they look after the health of their animals," he said. "It was only a week ago that activists in Victoria vowed to continue trespassing onto family farms, and now this happens in Maranoa in Queensland. "Clearly these extremists don't feel deterred. How could you with those sorts of fines? "We need to get as serious about protecting the lives and livelihoods of the farmers who produce the food we eat every day as these terrorists are about terrifying them. "Governments have to take steps now to put an end to this escalating action before it's too late." ●

CHILL OUT AT DELIGHTFUL KILLARNEY PICNIC BASKET DAY Long before visitors arrive at Killarney's laid-back day of picnic baskets, chilled music and fresh local food, event organisers hope they will be delighted by their day. "It's a fantastic sight to see Redcliffe Kite Club's giant kites flying over the gardens of Melrose Station alongside the hundreds of kites built and flown by the picnickers," Deb Bradfield, Killarney Picnic Basket Day organiser said. "Each year families gather on the lawns of one of Southern Queensland's most spectacular private gardens at Melrose Station, to enjoy the talents of Southern Downs' makers and artists and picnic on fantastic fresh produce. "People keep coming back for our legendary 'Gem of the Downs' Steakburgers, Killarney Pulled Pork Rolls and Mal's Loaded Spuds - featuring produce straight from our local farms. "Or you can build your own picnic platter at our 'Local Tastes' stalls with local

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WARWICK RSL AGM The Warwick RSL Memorial Club held its 2019 annual general meeting on Tuesday night of this week, after the print edition of the Free Times went to press. The AGM followed a special meeting of members in January which elected an interim management committee to improve the club’s operation. For an online report on Tuesday’s AGM visit www.freetimes.com.au

QCWA LOOKS AT ART The QCWA is extending an invitation to all amateur artists, male and female, to exhibit their paintings at the QCWA

Division Finals next Thursday 4 April. There are three categories - Still Life, Landscape and Contemporary. All artwork must not exceed 800mm x 800mm and entries must be the original, and unaided work of the entrant, and completed in the past two years. Entry fee is $5 per artwork and must accompany the entry form. There is a limit of two entries in each section. Please note that all artworks must be mounted or framed and ready to hang. To access the entry form, please go to the QCWA website and enter Competitions and print off the QCWA State Art Competition 2019. First and second paintings in each section will proceed to the QCWA State Conference to be held in Maryborough in October.

Each year, the QCWA Division entries have received first and second places, which is testament to the talented folk who reside in our area. For artists in the Warwick district, you can leave your works at the QCWA Condamine Valley/Warwick Branch Rooms in Grafton Street, Warwick between the hours of 9am and 1.30pm, Monday to Friday. All works will be judged on Thursday 4 April at the Division Finals Day to be held at the QCWA Cunningham Branch Rooms. If you have any enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact the QCWA Border Division Art Convenor Kay Heran on 0406 828 602.

TRIVIA AND MORE The Freestone State School P&C will host its annual fundraising trivia night this 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 multi-draw 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.

GEORGE BOWS OUT the past twenty years, not only as the Member but as Deputy Speaker”. “I want to take this opportunity to thank those who over the years have supported my family and I, The Nationals and the Government,” he said. “At this time I struggle to find the words which truly express my gratitude and appreciation of Austin Curtin and his wife Bronwyn and family, for their tireless contribution over such a long campaign. “Nearly forty per cent of people voted number one for Austin or The Nationals,

showing his advocacy and the party’s brand in the Northern Rivers is strong - I thank you for that show of support. “My disappointment of course is the Lismore Electorate now does not have a strong voice around the Government table. “Since the Liberals and Nationals were elected into Government in 2011 that voice has certainly be reflective in what has been achieved and delivered. “I finally want to congratulate the Labor Party and Janelle Saffin on winning the seat.”

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AUCTION 6/04/2019 @ 10am - located at 17059 Cunningham Hwy AGENT

ACCOUNT BRIAN SULLIVAN, MACHINERY, CHATTELS AND ANTIQUE AUCTION CLEARING SALE

Rob Doro 0468 916 379

This is a rare opportunity to buy antique, old wares, horse gear, stock handling equipment and farm machinery. Antique cream separators, butter churns, cream cans, old Warwick cheddar cheese boxes, saddles, horse gear, shoeing gear, rasps, files etc household furniture, old ports, antique bag phone, anvils, wallaby jack, Malvern star push bike, axes, post rammer, crow bar, shovels, bottles, saucepans, Ford Courier 1995 Ute, Yamaha 250 Quad bike, Fordson Major tractor, sunshine combine, 3 point linkage scarifier, plough, offset discs, carryall, cattle handlingequipment, Warwick cattle crush, Thompson Longhorn calf cradle and race, cattle portable cattle panels, yard gates in frames, slide race gates, round bale feeders, small bale feeders, stock crates, poly licker feeder, overhead fuel tank, John Deere LA110 ride on mower, poly pipe, old steel house yard gates, steel jerry cans, iowa barb, plain wire, 44 gallon drums, bird/ chook cages, box trailer, whey tank, air compressor, wheel barrow, large quantity of numerous tools and sundries Account outside Vendor: Bobcat 763, DRZ Suzuki, Honda Quad TRX500, Hands tandem trailer, double horse float, Landcruiser tyres and rims, shearing equipment, wool table, grinder, ute canopy, heavy duty vice, rolls of wire rope, incubator, truck bull bar, crowbars, anvil, ute tray. Cast iron kettle Kenrick No5, 5” step ladder with paint tray, high pressure cleaner, Ryobi electric wiper snipper, 6” Bench grinder, 4” swivel bench vice, numerous other sundries. Power tools, petrol compressor, welder, hand tools, planks and trestles. Additional outside Vendors welcome and invited please contact Rob on 0468 916 379

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DAM, YARDS AND TIMBER • 183 Acres of open grazing, standing ironbark/gum timber • 2 moderate dams, timber cattle yards • Additional Homestead and 335 acres also available @ Auction contact agent for details • Offers considered prior to Auction - Conditions apply • Auction to be followed by Property Clearing Sale of Antiques and Farm Machinery

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LAND 183 acres

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LAND: 335 ACRES

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AND WHAT A SHOW IT WAS... Last weekend's 2019 Warwick Show was a celebration of both town and country life in our wonderful region, giving all those who attended a lift in spirits during this time of drought ... â&#x2014;?

Cowboys wait under the chutes for their ride during the Warwick Show rodeo last Saturday night.

The Muller boys pictured with winners and sponsors of the 2019 Prime Cattle competition. The new steel yards at the Warwick Showgrounds have replaced the timber yards built half a century ago by Bill Gross, Kevin Thumpkin, David Cory and others.

A big program of showjumping featured in the arena across the weekend. Pictures: Jeremy Sollars

Brett Shelley's Supreme Champion Lamb (with red ribbon) was purchased by Thomas Foods International for $250 at the sale following the Prime Sheep and Lamb presentations.

Taylor Zagata's best mate Charlie won Best Trick and Grand Champion of the Pet Show on the Friday. They're pictured here (from left) with Miss Cairns Showgirl 2018 Georgia Hunter, Teen Warwick Showgirl Runner Up 2019 Jessica Welsh and 2019 Warwick Showgirl Autumn Taylor. 14 SOUTHERN FREE TIMES

Mitchell and Cody Muller of Tannymorel won Champion Beast of Show in the Prime Cattle Competition. Their Charolais vealer was purchased by Rose City Premium Meats for $405.

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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.

$8, includes tea and coffee all day, afternoon tea, and lucky door prize. Multi raffle tickets on sale, mother's day raffle. Come along for a pleasant day out with friends, have a laugh over a few Irish jokes for St Paddy's Day (which has been) but feel free to dress up in your Irish greens. We will also remember our brave Aussie war heroes as we come up to Anzac Day. Enquiries phone Kevin 4664 8142, Carolyn 4661 4858, or Heather 0417 038 992.

SUNDAY 14 APRIL Warwick Over 50s Social Club will meet at the Horse and Jockey Hotel, Palmerin St, Warwick from 12 noon. Contact warwickssc@gmail.com or Jen on 0400 505 943.

THURSDAY 28 MARCH

FRIDAY 26 APRIL

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.

Twilight at the Rectory will be on Friday 26 April at St. Mark's, crn Grafton and Albion Streets from 5.30pm - 8.30pm. $10 includes food, with cash bar, entertainment by the Four Bows string quartet. Contact Sue on 0427 962 281.

SATURDAY 30 MARCH

St. Mark's Heritage Open Days will be on Friday 26, Saturday 27, and Sunday 28 April at St. Mark's, crn Grafton & Albion Streets, Warwick. Guided Tours 2pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday, gold coin donation. Afternoon teas on the Rectory Veranda from 1.30pm 3.30pm.

Warwick Over 50s Social Club will meet at the Bunya Festival at 49 Mailmans Rd, North Branch, from 10am, followed by lunch at 12 noon at Maryvale Hotel, Maryvale. Contact warwickssc@gmail. com or Jen on 0400 505 943.

SUNDAY 31 MARCH The Ultra Golden Country Music Assoc. invites you to our Country Showcase on Sunday 31 March At Allora State School Hall, Warwick St, Allora from 1pm. Admission

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SUNDAY 28 APRIL Warwick Over 50s Social Club will meet at The Coutry Diner, Killarney from 12 noon. Contact warwickssc@gmail.com or Jen on 0400 505 943.

LIFELONG LEARNING University of the Third Age (U3A) presidents from around the Darling Downs got together for one of their regular Presidents' Council meetings in Warwick last Tuesday 19 March. Pictured from left are Julie Barnes (Stanthorpe), Marg Cook (Dalby), Gail Bonser, (Qld Network), Neil Bonnell (Warwick) and Rhonda Weston (Toowoomba). The University of the Third Age is the age of active retirement, coming after the age of youth and work and home making. University is a loose term - there are no academic requirements for membership and no exams. U3A is a worldwide self-help organisation promoting learning for personal enjoyment and wellbeing. Keeping the brain active, doing interesting things and making new friends are essential for helping older people to maximise their chances of independence, and this is what U3A does very effectively. U3A is making a very substantial contribution to society by helping its members to remain healthy and active for longer. To find out more contact Neil Bonnell 0408 361 482. ●

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4 6 9 3 5 2 5 1 CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7567 DOWN 5 1 8 1. Vent (8) 2. Dry (4) 3. Animal (7) 1 4 8 6 4. Reptile (5) 5. Rebound (8) 6. One (4) 9 4 3 11. Spring (8) 13. At fault (8) 14. Natural (7) acillate (6-6) 17. Amusing (5) 3 1 5 19. Too (4) 21. Duck (4) 4 2 NO. 7567 DOWN YPTIC PUZZLE ACROSS Vent (8) 8 6 9

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6 1 9 2 6 8 7 5 7 9 1 4 7 3 2 6 8 7 4 8 5 9 CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7567 - SOLUTIONS Across - 7, Fair question. 8, Car-pet. 9, De-tes-t (rev). 10, T-end-ers. 12, Den-i’m. 15, Stock. 16, Tip’s off. 18, Aboard. 20, Threa-d. 22, Open one’s eyes Down - 1, Parakeet (anag). 2, Crop. 3, P-utters. 4, A-side. 5, List-less. 6, Ends (anag). 11, Declared. 13, In-flames. 14, D’i-tties. 17, Adi-o-s 19, Blow 21, Reel.

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7 1 5 8 2 6 4 9 3

4 2 1 6 8 3 9 7 5

6 5 3 4 9 7 8 2 1

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9 8 7 2 1 5 6 3 4

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Awaken and enlighten (4,4,4). DOWN 1. Keep a rat, oddly, in a bird-cage (8). 2. Produce a whip (4). 3. Quietly says “Clubs” (7). 4. Apart from a group of players (5). 5. Apathetic, don’t tip so much (8). 6. Stops for the send-off (4). 11. Said it hadn’t been smuggled (8). 13. Lit up, which makes one angry (8). 14. I had returned and set it ingeniously to music (7). 17. Said, chucking the ball in, “goodbye” (5). 19. Blast! That is a disappointment! (4). 21. Swim, to music (4).

ACROSS 7. “Would you like to go blonde?” (4,8). 8, A cat that’s taken driving and it may be Persian? (6). 9. Don’t like to return the radio Ted brought round (6). 10. Offers, when there’s a rest-break, to stop inside (7). 12. Like the trousers worn when I’m at home? (5). 15. A supply of the usual (5). 16. Gives one the information that it’s pointless? (4,3). 18. On what notices are usually on! (6). 20. The heart-broken daughter provides the story-line (6). 22. Awaken and enlighten (4,4,4). DOWN 1. Keep a rat, oddly, in a bird-cage (8). 2. Produce a whip

QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7567 - SOLUTIONS Across - 7, Apprehension. 8, Trudge. 9, Knotty. 10, Ruffian. 12, Thick. 15, Venus. 16, Prattle. 18, Barter. 20, Lethal. 22, Shilly-shally. Down - 1, Aperture. 2, Arid. 3, Cheetah. 4, Snake. 5, Ricochet. 6, Unit. 11, Fountain. 13, Culpable. 14, Artless. 17, Droll. 19, Also. 21, Teal.

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indiscretion scoring his first try of the season to put Wattles on the board. Duggan converted and there was a suddenly a sense of urgency about the Wattles players that was missing in the first half. Travis Burns was the next to score and the Duggan conversion narrowed the margin to 18-12. Two weeks ago, Coedie Tandy who is one of the real journeymen of league on the Southern Downs and beyond ran the water for the Cowboys in the Barrett Shield Trial game. On Saturday night Tandy took his place in the Cowboys starting line up at five eighth and was instrumental in setting up winger Mitch Watson for the next try extending the score to 22-12. Wattles found their rhythm and looked much better in the latter stage of the game, Mitch Koina scored and Matt Duggan put his side even closer with a successful conversion. With less than five minutes remaining the game was in the balance at 22-18. The Cowboys defence was brilliant and as the big crowd got behind them it was clear this game meant a lot to the players. As the clock wound down Wattles threw a long pass which went astray and the Cowboys denied them any further chances. The score at the final siren in the inaugural Basil Nolan Shield game 2218. Basil Jnr would have been proud of the Cowboys and his wife and sons who were on hand to present the Shield to Mick Bloomfield and the team. After the game, Bloomfield who was named Man of the Match rated the game, the win and the award as one of the highlights of his career. In other games on Saturday the boot of Wattles kicker Travis McDougall proved the winning difference in the Under 18 game. The final score Wattles 30 - Cowboys 28. In the Reserve Grade game Wattles ran out big winners with a 44-6 score line. After their forgettable first half on Saturday Wattles will be hoping they produce a better start to their first home

game when they host Highfields on Saturday. The Cowboys are away to Dalby on Sunday and will be hoping to continue their winning run. The Tannymorel Bowls club hosted 14 teams last Thursday for their monthly Triples event sponsored by Bunning's, Warwick. There were some very close games and some great performances. Ron Philps, Marg Wright and Pedro Collis had big a win in round one defeating their rivals Veronica Banditt, Gordon Assay and T.B 26-5. Pedro Collis then had a great round in the Skips only game defeating TB 19-6 to wrap up a win for his team. The runners were Kay Bloomfield, Bev Christensen and Doug Christensen who played consistently all day. It was another great day of bowls with plenty of laughs and as always some great food. The third round of the Tanny Classic 2/19 was decided on Friday night. Fifty players battled it out for points to improve their position on the congested leader board. At the end of the night bragging rights went to the winning team - Kiralee Roche, Tyrell Ross, Brodie Weier and Brett Grayson. They had a 15-5 win over their opponents Kate Hinton, Wayne Roche, Paul Smith, Lochy Boal to score maximum competition points. Winners are always grinners and now Kiralee is claiming she plays better than Grand-Pa Barry. My sources tell me that may be correct. Brett has been full of cheek after the win, claiming he is King of the Green. On the other handy Fitzy is saying he is lucky he had strong team mates. At the end of the third round the important thing of course was the state of play in the leader board. Leading the big field are Croc and Mick on 13 points. Both were part of winning teams on Friday night. Hovering on 11 points are Cozzie, Ash and Tanya. Lochy Boal, Brosso, Kiralee, Keegan are a couple of points back on nine and Steph on eight points. There are a flock of player on seven points so with another three weeks to play it looks as though it is going to be another close race to the finish. Anyone could come out of the pack with a wet sail and snatch the win. Organisers are delighted that the Tanny Classic concept has brought together so many people of different age groups who are enjoying each other's company on thee green's no matter what the bowls score is. Round four on Friday should be interesting. Be there by 6.00pm to nominate and join the fun. MIXED FORTUNES TANNY TARANTULAS There were mixed fortunes for the Tanny Tarantulas last weekend. On Saturday they hosted the team from North Dalby. The Triples was a close affair but in the end Tuck, Butzy, Geoff and Aaron 19 had enough bite to nail a 19-17 win over North Dalby. In the Singles Philpsy marched away with a 31-17. Sue and Grumpy played good bowls in the pairs and pushed Dalby all the way. In a great game they went down 23-20 to the visitors. The Tanny Tarantulas finished second in a field of 60 teams, in Division Six will be looking to continue their good form into the semi finals when they commence this weekend. freetimes.com.au

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Mark McCosker receives his trophy after his win in Saturday''s Stableford competition sponsored by the Stanthorpe RSL Sub Branch. CARNELL TOP CRICKETER The Stanthorpe Cricket Association held their presentation evening on Saturday night and Wanderers batsman Jamie Carnell who was the leading run scorer of the season (650 runs) was named player of the Year. Youngster Harry Williams was named Colt and Junior Colt of the year after a good year with both bat and ball for his club. South's captain Ben Staley finished the season with the Best Batting Average and received the Umpire's Award. Valley's captain Damien Anderson renowned for his consistency with the ball picked up the trophies for Most Wickets (27) and Best bowling Average (7.7). Jason Lawer and Josh Crestani shared the most catches taken for the season - 180. Andrew Einam was named Rep Player of the Year. Valley's Anthony Coup received the Col Aitken Club Person of the Year Award. BETTER NUMBERS There were more players on court last week for Association Croquet. Carol Verwey and Grace Howard had a 26-16 win over opponents of Joy Newman and Heather Widderick. Howard and Verwey both scored three breaks of two hoops in a row in their winning performance Andrea Denkewitz partnered Peter Tunbridge in a tight game against Jenny Tunbridge and Effey Russell. Scores were tied coming close to the end of the game but in the final turns Tunbridge and Russell made their hoops and went on to win 19-16. VISITORS JOIN LOCALS ON THE COURTS The Stanthorpe Gateball players hosted nine Toowoomba players on 'Friendly Gateball Friday' last week. Nine local players joined the visitors and both courts were required. Two full teams played one court and on the second court, Triples were played. Teams were a mix of local and visiting players, with rotations and substitutions after each game. The rotations ensured everyone was able to play alongside the visitors. The Triples format proved popular with the group as it is not often played. The 'Friendly' was once again a great success and provides local players with an opportunity to brush up on tactics and skills. VARIETY A DRAWCARD One of the drawcards of Mallet sports is the variety of disciplines that are available to players. Last week the Golf Croquet group played on superb greens despite the dry weather conditions. Marian Castles, Di Wren and Kathy Hopgood teamed up against Liz Ellway and Sharyn Roser. In this game there was some much-targeted play and opponent's balls were sent well away from the hoops. The battle lines were drawn on hoop two, but it was Liz and Sharyn who eventually won the war with a 7-5 victory. In the next game Di Wren (8) and Marian Castles (5) defeated Kathy Hopgood

(7) and Liz Ellway (2). On Wednesday it was all about Ricchoet. Carol Verwey sand Andrea Denkewitz played a very close game. The pair went neck and neck throughout the entire game. In the end it was Denkewitz who won by just one point, pegging out both her final balls to score a Andrea won by a margin of one point, pegging out both her balls to score a 26-25 win. Bronnie Southgate and Sharyn Roser were not playing well enough to challenge their opponent Peter Tunbridge. Peter dominated the game and pegged out with 26 points. A 10-point margin clear of his opponents. RATS OFF AND RUNNING The Water Rats secured a stirring 29-27 victory over the Dalby Wheatmen on Old Boys Day last weekend. The game was played in oppressive heat and was dominated by the Rat's forwards who showed great discipline throughout the game. The Rat pack proved too big and too strong for the inexperienced Dalby side. They led the way, stringing together multiphase attacks on numerous occasions. Rats' Captain and flanker Harry Marshall was easily best on ground once again, running headlong into every collision. Despite their dominance in the engine room, in the end it was the goal kicking of Charlie Brennand, who only missed one shot at goal that proved the win. The win is a great start to the season in front of some of the club legends of the past. However, this weekend the Rats need to back up that performance when they take on St George who are also fresh off a win after defeating Condamine. The game kicks off at 1.30pm. ANDERSON UP AT SPORTERS Ian Anderson played well at Sporters last Sunday to secure a win over Runner up Ben Adams. Adams also returned the Best Gross Score. The run-downs went to Bob Watts and Paul Byrnes. Roser took the Pro Pin and Phil Zikan held the Pin Shot on the 12th. The 17th proved more difficult and there were No Takers there. Trevor Marsden and John Rawlings went home with a smile on their faces and a meat tray under the arm. While tee is between 7.30am and 8.00am this week, Sporters are reminded that the following Sunday (April 7) there will be a late tee off at 11.30am due to the Pennants tournament. MCCOSKER BACK AT THE PODIUM Mark McCosker found himself at the winner's podium again this week; not presenting trophies as he did the previous week but collecting the winner's prize after

he returned the winning score of 40 in the Stableford contest at the Stanthorpe Club last weekend. It was a very close contest with David Burgess also returning the same score. However, a score of 22 points on the back nine by McCosker was just enough to hold out Burgess who had a score of 21 on the same nine. Margie Locke returned a score of 38 points to win the Ladies event two shots in advance of Madeline Jarman who with 36 points had to settle for the runner's position. In the run down, it was a ball each to scores of 37 and better for the men and 34 and better for the ladies. Greg Fraser collected the balls for his pin shot at three and Stan Spencer collected at 17. Stephen Kay was on song at 12 before racing off to hand out the prize money to the winners of Busking Stanthorpe 2019 alter in the afternoon. The Ladies' pins went to Kay Webb at three and 17 and Margie Locke at 12. The Pro-pins were won by Ricky Chapman (1/10), Sinbad (5/14) and David Burgess (9/18). Rob Reeves picked up the Birdies Best at the first hole. The RSL Sub Branch sponsored the day and not only was their sponsorship greatly appreciated but also their hard work on the hot plate providing hot snacks. Renovations to the greens were completed on Monday and it is going to be interesting to see if that causes putting difficulties in this week's competition. Players will be hoping the greens do not take too long to recover from the ordeal. The work was completed quite quickly thanks to the band of youngsters who assisted the old hands with the work. Thanks to Neta, Kay and Helen who kept the workers hydrated and well fed while the work was carried out in the hot conditions. With another month drawing to a close the competition is the end of the month medley 4BBB Stableford. Tee off is 11.45 am with a shot gun start. Please note registration is to be completed twenty minutes prior to allow for tee designation. The BBQ will be operating for the afternoon. WARWICK PRO TO VISIT STANTHORPE The Warwick Golf Pro Sam Eaves will be visiting the Stanthorpe Clun on Saturday. There are two vacant time slots available for lessons on Saturday morning - one at 8.00am and the other at 9.00am. If you are interested please contact Sam by telephone text or email. His details can be obtained by contacting the Warwick Pro Shop. When visiting Stanthorpe Eaves normally carries a good supply of golfing goods however if you require special equipment please contact Sam direct.

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VALLEYS INTO GF In the semi final of the Stanthorpe Cricket Association fixtures last weekend Valleys booked tier place in the 2019 grand final against RSK next weekend. Valleys won the toss and backing their bowling line up elected to bowl and it proved to be a winning move. Valleys bowling attack has been one of the best all season and on Saturday they were able to maintain constant pressure of their opponents. Sandro Stefanon opened the bowling for Valleys and combined with Cameroon Crestani to remove both of the South's openers cheaply. Midway through the tenth over South's were 2/31. The fall of wicket brought Liam Lanza to the crease. Lanza is capable of turning a game but found himself back in the clubhouse shortly after bowled by Stephen martin. The score now 3/31 and South's looked to be struggling. Wickets fell steadily with no one able to put together a much needed partnership. In a below par batting performance Harry Williams top scored with 19. South's were all out midway through the 32nd over for just 88. That looked very unlikely to be enough runs. Sandro Stefanon bowled well to head the standings taking 4/23 from his eight over spell. Martin also proved difficult for the batsmen and took wickets at crucial points in the game. His figures of 2/16 from 7.2 overs included three maidens. Captain Damien Andersen also proved a handful with the ball. In eight overs he bowled four maidens and took three wickets for 15 runs. Cameron Crestani and Kris Fox showed the value of a safe pair of hands in the field each taking three catches. 88 did not look a difficult target but runs on the board have to be chased down and Valleys had a few nervous moments as opener David Marino was out for four bowled by Liam Lanza. Lanza put South's into the game with a good bowling performance. He went on to dismiss Cameron Crestani (1) and Anthony Marino and Damien Andersen for duck eggs. The score was 4/25. Opener Curtis Allen was still at the wicket and looking untroubled. He was joined at the crease by Josh Crestani and the pair put on an unbroken partnership of 67, guiding Valley's to a spot in next weekend's Grand Final in just the 23rd over. Liam Lanza bowled well to give his side a fighting chance and finished with 2/25 from his eight overs. Harry Williams was the only other wicket taker. His figures 2/27 from five overs. Attention now turns to this weekend when the Minor Premiers RSL take on Valleys. Both teams have played very well in patches throughout the season and if both teams bring their best form this will be a tight grand final. DONALD ON THE MARK Tom Donald was on the mark last weekend at the Inglewood Sporting shooters range. Donald led the way in a big field in the Action match Practical event. Filling the minor placings were Monika White and Lynne Shepherd. This weekend the range will be open to members and visitors from 9.00am on Saturday and 8.00am on Sunday. The club has shielded Rimfire Rifle Benchrest at 10.00am; DTL shotgun 1.00pm and also an evening shoot commencing at 7.00pm - dark Action Match - Tyro Course. On Sunday it is a 9.00am start for Five Stand Clays which will be followed at 12.00pm by a Service Pistol event. A reminder that the club welcomes visitors to their weekly events.

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