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Chinchilla
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Out & About
St. Joey’’s Big Night Out Bull Ride Proves to be a Success On Saturday, 2nd November, 2014, Chinchilla Showgrounds saw a great crowd of 1200 rolling in for an exciting night of family fun organised by Saint Joseph’s Primary School.
Sienna and Jude Brennan, Kate, Sydney and Bella Mackie catching up
It was a wonderful social night and this community atmosphere is the reason why the school’s volunteers strive to put together an annual fundraiser that’s a little different. St. Joey’s is a long established and growing school in Chinchilla that prides itself not only on academic success, but also on creating a school ethos with relationships and community at its heart. Nine years ago, the first Big Night Out was held and proved to be a massive success. Seeing the enthusiasm and energy generated by this, the school P & F decided to make the event a central part of the school’s fundraising efforts that are vital for its successful running and development. This family-friendly event came equipped with plenty of kids’ rides, a mechanical bucking bull, jumping castles galore, fairy floss and music until late provided by “The Febs”. The oval transformed from a green field to a rodeo ring, providing a safe and perfectly laid out affair. You don’t have to be a cowboy or cowgirl to enjoy compelling rodeo action!
Ashlee Liddell and Miranda Hicks
The competitors came from far and wide but the Chinchilla locals dominated the score board, as all those in first place were close to home. In the Open Bull Ride, local man, Sam Dolbel, was 1st riding the bull “Pip Spitta”. In the novice Bull Ride, Trent Pointon from Condamine was 1st with James Leahy 2nd and Corey Hartwig 3rd. Local boy, Brandon Collis, nearly rode time in the Junior Bull Ride which was a great ride and he’s proving to become a definite contender in the future. Cody Collis, also from Chinchilla, was the winner in the Poddy Ride. The Frame family organises and runs the Bull Ride with Ryan Allen from Roma bringing a few bulls to add some more variety to the show. The feature bull “Unearthed” remains unridden by any rider to date. Russell Holzwart gave it his best shot holding on tight, but unfortunately, could not last the 8 seconds. Editorial and Photography by Aja O’Leary
Samantha Pointon, Jade Pointon and Alana Dunsmuir waiting for the rodeo to start
Jordy Handley, Kendall Budden, Carlie McNally and She-arna Booker
Ebony and little princess Elizabeth Greer and Erin Hall having fun
Jamie and Ebboney Bott with their mum Kelly, showing off their painted faces.
Annalise Wolski and Christine Davis
Hayley Bags and Laura Smith
Rodeo clowns - Brady Creighton Cameron Taylor
Hannah Pitt, Pat Booker, Romeo Booker and Chloe Pitt enjoying their day out December 3
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From the Editor Christmas is the time of year that we really see community spirit come alive in our regions. In between neighbourhood gatherings and family get togethers, we come together as a community and try to bring a little joy to the people around us. Whether it’s take your kids to visit Santa, donating to complete strangers through one of the charities that desperately need our help at this time of year, or maybe it’s just buying someone special a gift you know they will love, anything to make the people around us feel special. This season is all about giving and celebrating the year that’s been. Hopefully it’s been a good year for you and your family and you can reflect on those times, but if it hasn’t been so great, celebrate that it’s over and next year can only be better! The new year is just around the corner and with it, an opportunity to start fresh. Let’s hope that 2015 kicks off with a nice big wash down of all this dust, or maybe Santa can bring us some rain to fill our tanks and dams and dampen the paddocks, enough to grow some grass would be great! As it is the Christmas season please remember to support your LOCAL businesses! We have some fantastic businesses in the Western Downs and by shopping locally you are strengthening the local community and economy. Remember, every time you choose to spend money you are deciding what sort of community you want. This month you will find some wonderful local businesses profiled by the very talented Ann Alcock. This month discover more about Dalby Gravels, Soils and Garden Centre as well as the Chinchilla White Gums Art Gallery. You can also read about the great services available at Charley’s Place Early Learning College, on page16 and 17 in this month’s edition. I hope you find some time to sit quietly and enjoy your last magazine for 2014. I hope you and your family have a safe and Merry Christmas and that you have the opportunity to spend time with the special people in your life over this festive season.
Jessica Flynn
BARAKULA HORSE & PONY CLUB
CHINCHILLA CONCERT BAND
Meets at “Maybrook” on the Blackswamp Road
Meets at Langlands Hall in the Chinchilla Historical Museum Monday nights at 7pm for rehearsal.
Last Sunday of every month. Ph: 4668 9302 ....................................................................... BUNYA MTS & DISTRICT AMCOM INC. Promoting Radio Communications & Electronics. Meets on the first Sunday in March, June, August & December. More info, Phone Neil: 0488 687 649 or Ricky: 0429 726 833. .......................................................................
For more info, contact Jessica Gorring (0415 836 751 or email chinchillaconcertband@hotmail.com ....................................................................... CHINCHILLA COUNTRY MUSIC SING ALONG Meets 1st Sunday of each month, 1-5pm. President - Geoff Frame 4662 8133 Secretary - Leila Hodgson 4669 1417 Treasurer - Lenny 4668 9530
CHINCHILLA AGRICULTURAL & PASTORAL ASSOCIATION
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Meets 1st Thursday of each month. Ph: 0419 653 389
Meets 3rd Friday of each month. Ph: 4668 9054
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CHINCHILLA APEX
CHINCHILLA HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY INC.
Meets 2nd Wednesday of each month. Ph: Ross Cardillo 0419 653 598 ....................................................................... CHINCHILLA AUTO & MOTOR GROUP Meets the first Tuesday of each month @ Council Chambers Meeting Rooms @ 7:00pm. Ph: 0412 786 928 ....................................................................... CHINCHILLA BRANCH CANCER COUNCIL Meets 2nd Monday every month, at the C.W.A. Rooms at 2pm. Ph: 4662 7340, 4662 7034, 4662 7596 ....................................................................... CHINCHILLA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & INDUSTRY Meets 4th Wednesday of each month. Ph: 4668 9172
CHINCHILLA FIELD NATS CLUB
Meeting 1st Saturday of each Month at 9.30am - different venue each month (usually a member’s garden). Phone Anne Smith on 0427 102 156 or 4665 3767 ....................................................................... CHINCHILLA LOCAL & FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY Meets 3rd Tuesday of each month @ 10:00am. Ph: 4668 9082
CHINCHILLA SCRAPPERS
Meets 1st Wednesday of every month at WDRC Chinchilla Customer Service Centre Meeting Room at 6pm. Ph. 4679 4471
Ph: 0408 754 579.
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CHINCHILLA STAMPING FRIENDS CLUB
CHINCHILLA MEN’S SHED
Meets 3rd Saturday of the month but 2nd Saturday in December.
Meets every Thursday 9am-12noon, all welcome. Ph: Dave 4662 8545 or chinchillamuseum@bigpond.com
The miniature train runs at the museum 1st Sunday of the month 10am-4pm or by arrangement. Meetings and maintenance are every Thursday 10am-3pm. Contact Keith Bruggerman 0427 728 827 or chinchillamuseum@bigpond.com
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chinchillamuseum@bigpond.com ....................................................................... CHINCHILLA PROBUS CLUB
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Sub – Branch meets the following Tuesday night 6.30 Ph. Sally 0432611544
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Chinchilla Toastmasters Club Meets 2nd and 4th Thursdays 7:30pm at Chinchilla RSL.
Volunteers meet every Thursday 10am /3pm meetings are every 3rd Thursday at 10am. All welcome. Ph: 4662 7014 or
Meets 1st Friday of each month. Ph: 4662 7700
Meets 1st Thursday of each month. Ph: 4679 4470
CHINCHILLA TOASTMASTERS CLUBS
CHINCHILLA MUSEUM VOLUNTEERS
President - Mick Ashurst 0407 744 630 Secretary - Chris Bender 0428 543 943
CHINCHILLA LIBRARY BOOK CLUB
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Phone Ian 0429 639156 or Julie 4168 0253
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Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month. Ph: 4662 8114
Monica Larkin. Ph: 46628072
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Meeting 7pm, 7th November @ Bulldog Park
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Phone John 4668 9003
CHINCHILLA COMMUNICATORS
Ph: 46628289. CHINCHILLA STRING ENSEMBLE
CHINCHILLA JUNIOR RUGBY LEAGUE CLUB
1st Friday of Eeery month - 7:30pm Ph: 4662 7688
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CHINCHILLA MINIATURE TRAINS
Meets 3rd Monday of each month at the R.S.L. Club 9:30am
CHINCHILLA LAPIDARY & GEMSTONE CLUB
Meet 2nd Thursday of each month.
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CHINCHILLA MELON FESTIVAL ASSOCIATION
CHINCHILLA QCWA
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Meets 3rd Thursday of each month @ 10:30am. Ph: 4668 9908 ....................................................................... CHINCHILLA WOODCRAFTERS ASSOC. INC. Meets 3rd Wednesday of the month at Chinchilla State High School, Graphics Room. Ph. Rod 4668 9361 ....................................................................... CHINCHILLA XTREME DRILLDANCE CLUB A new sport for girls and boys aged 7-14, we meet every Thursday 4-5.30pm, Bulldog Park Hall. Ph. Karlee 0402 818 768 ....................................................................... DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP Meets 1st Tuesday of the month at Illoura Village in Activities Room @ 10:00am. Ph: 0427 627 173
Meets every Tuesday. Ph: 4665 4191
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CHINCHILLA SCRAP N CHAT Meet on the 3rd Friday of the month at the Catholic Church Hall on Middle St 7pm til 11pm. Ph Michelle 0417797282.
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Community
Chinchilla Visitor Infomation Centre - Celebrating 20 Years
Tourism was put on the Chinchilla Shire Council’s are still held every Easter along with the very agenda in 1991 by Cr Nousala and Gordon popular Chinchilla Country Markets held every 3rd Sunday of the month. These markets are a Watson. huge success, thanks to Lindley Wolski. A Future’s Workshop was held in Chinchilla in 1992; the three (3) projects that arose from that The Centre was run for the first 15 years by process was the Student Hostel at Leichhardt volunteers, two volunteer managers Alison House, the building at Chinchilla Airport and the Murray and Nancee Kaefer, along with 70 Tourist Information Centre (TIC), now known as volunteers. Yes, 70 volunteers! the (VIC) Visitor Information Centre. Today, we have one permanent and one casual The Council had thought the land opposite the Council staff member, a Committee and 30 Pioneer Cemetery would be a suitable site for volunteers. the Centre, as did the Tourism Committee. With the Council’s approval for the land and building The Centre has always been open 7 days a week design, Charlie Sims supervised a band of and is usually only shut Christmas Day, Anzac volunteers who completed the building in about Day and Good Friday. It is renowned for its lovely gardens, tended to by volunteers, yummy a year (1993). Devonshire teas and friendly staff and volunteers. The Centre was opened for business on 31st March, 1994. It was officially opened by the Local art, craft, honey, preserves and a variety of Deputy Premier, Hon Tom Burns on the 24th publications illustrating flora and fauna, yarns and poems and local history are all for sale here. September, 1994. The first eight weeks saw 1072 visitors through its Most years, the Centre welcomes 15,000 - 18,000 doors; the 20th July, 1995 marked the 10,000th visitors and locals through its doors but numbers increase every second year when Chinchilla visitor and this reached 100,000 in 2003. holds its famous Watermelon Festival. The Chinchilla Visitor Information Centre has always had an excellent reputation. In the Volunteers from all walks of life, (with different earlier days, Nancee Kaefer and Cath Brandon backgrounds), new residents and the newly were invited to places like Wondai, Injune, retired, all power the Centre to make our visitors Surat, St George and Murgon to address their welcome. Tourism Committees on setting up and running Sadly, some of our long service volunteers Information Centres. have now passed on, but are remembered and The Easter Saturday markets began in 2003 and honoured on Nancee’s Seat in her Memorial 6 December
Garden. Beryl Dwyer and Cheryl Jones are two volunteers who have been here for 20 years! The Centre welcomes information from local clubs and their events, so as to promote our region and all the great things going on in our community to visitors and newer residents. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the Centre on 4679 4491 or call in and say ‘hello’. If you have information on your club or an event, please forward via email chinchilla.vic@wdrc.qld. gov.au
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Bush Christmas exhibition markets. Open 9am - 6pm daily at Masonic Centre, 58 Neil St, Toowoomba (next to Empire Theatre)
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Bunya Mountain Markets, supporting www.youngcare.com.au. 9am-2pm
Community Christmas Tree Display, Chinchilla Uniting church. Free entry 1.30 - 7.30pm daily, afternoon tea available for purchase, BBQ operating each evening. Ph. Jill Covington 4668 9544 or Marilyn Bidstrup 0427 681 11.
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Miles Historical Village and combined churches of Miles and District celebrate Christmas with Community, 6.30pm, gold coin admission, Miles Historical Village & Museum. Bring a plate to share.
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Santa Fair - Dillon Park, Meandarra, 5.30pm, BBQ dinner and bar, everyone welcome. RSVP for kids presents & $10 by 1st December to Stacey at Elders Meandarra, Ph. 4665 6255
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Summer Special Edition Deadline
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Last day to submit a letter to Santa. Deliver the letter to your local library to receive a personalised letter back from Santa Claus!
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Summer Special Edition release date
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Chinchilla Street Christmas Party
M e r r y C h r is t m a s f r o m Country Markets Blackbutt Markets - 3rd Sunday of month Bunya Mountains Markets - last Sunday of the month. 9am - 2pm. Ph. 4668 3126 Chinchilla Markets - 3rd Sunday of the month. Ph. 4665 7556 Dalby Markets - 3rd Saturday of every month, except April, from 7am - Dalby Showgrounds - Nicholson Street, Dalby. Ph. 0429 696 775 Hivesville Country Markets - 4th Sunday of each month at Hivesville Sports Grounds Ph: 0459 493 511 Kingaroy Artists’ Cottage Markets - 2nd Saturday of the month 41636977 Kingaroy Senior Citizens Markets - 3rd Saturday of the month. Ph: 41644130 Kumbia Markets - only held on the 5th Saturday of the month, in months that there is a 5th Saturday 4163 6548 Jandowae Markets - 4th Sunday of month, Lion’s Park 4668 5486 or 4668 5408 Miles Markets - 2nd Saturday of month, 8:30am - 12 noon. St Luke’s, Dawson Street, Miles. Ph. 4627 1757 Murgon Markets - Queen Elizabeth Park 2nd Sunday of month 4168 2784 Nanango Markets - 1st Saturday of the month 0427 631 273 or 4162 7300 Tara Markets - Held first Saturday of each month. Site fee $5.00 stall holders. Ring Bob 4668 2233 or 4668 2127 Warra Country Markets - 2nd Saturday of the month, Warra Park, Warrego Highway Ph: 468 1113 or 0422 828 762 Wondai Markets - 4th Saturday of the month 4168 5926 (please note December Markets for 2014 – 3rd Saturday) This is a FREE Section - if you would like any details added or changed, please email: chinchilla@westerndownsmagazines.com December 7
Community
Chinchilla Country Music Club
Round the Ridges
The Chinchilla Country Music Club held their yearly concert on 7th November to raise funds for the Club. All members sang two songs each, with fun had by all. Members from Chinchilla, Miles, Jandowae, Dalby, Brigalow, Kogan and Boonarga attended.
It was the Melbourne Cup Sweep drawing at the Rotary Meeting last week and not much business was discussed but some interesting things are coming up. It was very good to receive an interesting letter from a High School student who attended the RYPEN Camp. We thank the student for her letter and are pleased that she had an enjoyable time at the camp.
The last item for the concert was a skit from Chinchilla members, Leila and Pearl, called “The Dusty Working Man”. It was very good with everyone having a good laugh. We would like to invite anyone who enjoys singing to come along, listen, watch, sing and join the Chinchilla Country Music Club. As Carolyn Tillman said, “You don’t need to be Maria Carey or Pavorotti, as long as you enjoy singing, you should come and join us”. The Chinchilla Country Music Club meets at the Chinchilla Museum in Villiers Street every first Sunday of the month. Vi Thies, Member
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Congratulations to all the winners in the Cup! The support is always very excellent and many thanks for your support again this year. Rotary is planning some work and projects coming up for the Family Support Centre. It will be “Rural Urban Night” this week at Campbell’s Camp. An interesting place and it was probably going to be the town of Chinchilla at one stage. Thanks to Bill and Lyn for allowing Rotary to view the Camp and to hear some of the history of Campbell’s Camp. Rotary will be giving out the prizes to the winners of the Rotary Field Barley Competition at this night. Rotary needs new and young members if it is to continue for another 100 years and we can recommend it to anyone who is interested in coming along to see if you would enjoy becoming a member. We enjoy fellowship and helping others and if you think that you would be interested, please contact the Club on 0439 703 476. Rotary Club of Chinchilla will be manning the Street BBQ for the late night shopping on 11th and 18th December. It is always a great atmosphere on these nights and we are looking forward to seeing you all there. Julie Gorring
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ENSUITE
Congratulations to Maria Keys from CondamineArubial Branch who was elected as the QCWA Vice President for Southern Region. We have a succession of Maranoa Division ladies voted to this position which is great for Western Downs, as the State Executive have regular meetings with State Government ministers to discuss any concerns affecting members State wide and Maria will be familiar to some affecting our Region. The new project ‘Country Kitchens’ will be launched at Stanthorpe late January and branches will be assisting in the promotion of good, healthy eating and active lifestyles.
Photo (R) - Colourful ladies of the State Executive of the QCWA, Carol Jackson, State International Officer and Maria Keys, at the G20 Expressions in Sculpture exhibition, held in the Riverside Centre Foyer, at 123 Eagle Street, Brisbane from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.
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Maranoa Division members were thrilled to be presented with prizes following judging at the State Competition finals at Conference held recently in Ipswich. The Conference was very lively and vibrant. Wednesday, all members dressed in citrus colours, as this was the agricultural theme for the year. Next year, the State has adopted‘beetroot’, being put forward from Maranoa. There were many highlights over the few days, including: a Civic Reception by the Mayor of Ipswich, Paul Pisasale, opening of Conference by Mrs Kay de Jersey, the Fundraiser Dinner, presentation of $13,977 to Motor Neurone Research and the announcement that “Blaze Aid” will be the external appeal for 2015, were just a few. Many locals visited the Ipswich Civic Centre to view the wonderful display of competitions. Glynis Stevenson - Chinchilla Branch entry in ‘A Song Title’ of the floral art competition, was judged the Champion entry in that section. Well done, Glynis!
Carol Jackson QCWA State International Officer
December 9
‘The dedicated team at Chinchilla White Gums Gallery make your exhibition experience a great one for you as an artist. They take the worry from you,’ Di McIntyre, Artist.
Visitors to the Chinchilla White Gums Art Gallery are warmly welcomed into a beautiful, serene space by volunteers whose enthusiasm is infectious.
Opened in 1992, the Gallery is named for the Chinchilla White Gums endemic to the area. It was established after several local artists approached Councillor Jean Mallyon to consider converting the former library into an Art Gallery. The Western Downs Regional Council supports the Gallery Committee to manage the Gallery.
The Committee
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The Art Gallery strives to meet the National Standards for Australian Museums and Galleries and is run solely by volunteers who work a maximum of three hours twice a month. This volunteer workforce operates as a well-functioning team and all members are integral to the overall operation of the Gallery.
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Nurturing New Talent One of the things the Art Gallery does well is to nurture emerging artists. Staging your first exhibition can be daunting, but the experienced team at the Gallery can facilitate the whole process. Local artist, Di McIntyre, who has an international reputation, said, “They do everything including the invitations, the catalogue and the didactics. They even do the catering.” The Art Gallery’s group exhibitions are a perfect way for artists, who do not have enough work for a solo exhibition, to exhibit their work.
The Exhibition Program The innovative exhibition program often links to community events. Every two years, they host an exhibition in conjunction with the Melon Festival and on alternate years, there is a photography competition. In addition, there are regular collaborations with local groups, including the Chinchilla Potters and Painters, Chinchilla Patches and Piecemakers, the Quilters, the Chinchilla Field Naturalists Club and the Chinchilla Woodcrafters. This provides a wonderful opportunity for local artists to showcase their work.
Become Involved Individual volunteers have spoken of the pleasure they gain from the opportunity to immerse themselves in this creative space. It is easy to become a volunteer and training is provided. If you are not able to volunteer, you can support the Gallery by becoming a member. Be on the lookout for some exciting exhibitions next year, including ANZAC - Pictures and Stories. Current and former residents are invited to share their stories, pictures and artworks.
One of the established artists who exhibit is John Morrison. His Horse and Heritage Exhibition includes 63 striking images, some of which were commissioned by the Stockman’s Hall of Fame for their welcoming video. Tom McAulay, John McVeigh Brown and former local, Margaret Stevenson, are regular exhibitors.
How fortunate Chinchilla and district residents are to have this wonderful community facility on their doorstep!
The Display Cabinet
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Smaller pieces, such as jewellery, wearable art and ceramics are on display in the cabinet. There is space for four artists to exhibit and the Art Gallery is always seeking new work.
Article and Photography by Ann Alcock Chinchilla White Gums Art Gallery Ph: 4668 9908 Email: whitegums101@bigpond.com December 11
Out & About
Punters, Fashionistas all Fired up for Melbourne Cup 2014 It’s the race that stops the nation, but for many catering businesses around town, the popularity of this annual event means there is no time to stand still – and Chinchilla certainly didn’t miss out on any of the 2014 Melbourne Cup festivities on Tuesday, 4th November. A crowd which was dressed to impress and take a punt were ready to celebrate and headed out to several party spots in town to enjoy the day, watch the race and take part in ‘Fashions on the Field’ competitions. More than 150 people toasted with a glass of bubbles on arrival for all the fun and atmosphere of the Melbourne Cup at the Club Hotel. The restaurant put on a delicious, fresh seafood buffet
lunch featuring prawns, oysters and smoked salmon, with numerous options, catering for everyone’s tastes. Large screens provided ample views of the racing action, while sweepstakes and plenty of raffles and prizes were given away throughout the day, including one for best dressed. Melbourne Cup fashion lived up to its flamboyant reputation with bright colours and spring trends and Lola Stewart was rewarded as the ‘best dressed for the day’.
galloper. Protectionist was midfield with 400m to go but gained runs through the field and easily won with his withering finishing burst. Second, for the third time, was the gallant Ed Dunloptrained Red Cadeaux, with the Chris Wallertrained Who Shot Thebarman finishing third.
I love the fact that this day is an international event and that people around the world are taking notice of it more and more, but it also is a wonderful opportunity for everybody to Globe-trotting English jockey, Ryan Moore, look glamorous and to simply have a fantastic continued his love affair with Melbourne by day celebrating with your family, friends and taking out the $6.2 million Emirates Melbourne colleagues. Cup on the German-trained Andreas Wohler’s Editorial and Photography by Aja O’Leary
Fashion on the Field winner – Lola Stewart
Sarah Blond and Fran Purves looking glam
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Lynette Fabian and Angela Nothdurft having a great time
Kathy O’Brien and Trudi Webster
Tiffany McKnight and Sharnee Bullock ready for the big race 12 December
Katie and Zac Gould having a fantastic day out
Ange Fitzpatrick and Kristen Medveczky all dressed up for the occasion
Out & About
Fashion on the Field placegetters: Trudi Webster, Kristen Medvezcky, Antoinetta Kiesel, Lola Stewart, Donna Stewart and Shari Kubler
Great fascinators topping off ladies’ race outfits
Tania Thornton and Kath O’Brien
Candice Kajewski, Holly Johnson, Terri Pallisier, Dee Bidgood, Kylie Swoboda, Rebecca and Reiley Drummond showing off their frocks
Dani Jones and Catrina Wolski looking glamorous
Kyron and Bec Sturgess enjoying the day
December 13
Out & About
2014 NRCA Australian Steer Wrestling Champion Marcus Jones, Glamorganvale QLD
2014 NRCA Australian Junior Bareback Champion Billy Blacker, Charleville QLD
Western Downs Hosts National Rodeo Finals
2014 NRCA Australian Open Bareback Champion Dinny Moran, Tara QLD
2014 NRCA Australian Open Saddlebronc Champion Cam Taylor, Chinchilla QLD
2014 NRCA Australian Team Roping Champions Lachlan Robson (Heeler) Miles QLD & Myles Pennell (Header) Grosmont QLD 14 December
DALBY Showgrounds played host to the 2014 who worked hard to help promote the Finals while National Rodeo Finals (NRF) 7th and 8th November attending local nursing homes Ningana Retirement Village, Dalby South State School and the local with a rocking good time had by all! Kindergarden. The National Rodeo Council of Australia, said local support from Dalby was at an all time high this year The Unique Horseman Colt Starting Challenge with a good showing of up to 6,500 spectators over was well received by the crowd over their 3 days of competition including a successful horse sale held the three days of activities. on Saturday afternoon with progeny by Terry Hall’s The atmosphere at the National Rodeo finals was ‘Conman’one of Australia’s top camp drafting horses electric, with some exhilarating rides made by in the lead up to the final night of competition for NRF competitors who travelled from as far as the the National Rodeo Finals. Winners of this years Northern Territory, Victoria and Western Australia Unique Horseman Colt Starting Challenge was Ron over the two nights of contest. Competition was Wall who took out the Legends section while Brett fierce, not to mention the quality of stock supplied Walsh won the Young Guns. who were outstanding, with some great battles This is the second time the National Rodeo Finals held between man and beast. event has been held in the township of Dalby and The undercover arena at the Dalby Showground with the continued support of Western Downs delivered a superb viewing platform for spectators Regional Council and the local community the with ample seating in the grandstands for all who National Rodeo Council looks forward to basing it’s attended. Walking into the venue, felt like walking National Rodeo Finals here permanently. down sideshow alley at the Exhibition with a great array of food stalls and trade vendors on show Thank you to Major Sponsors: Western Downs Regional Council, Channel Seven, Dalby Herald, Hot which only added to the quality of the event. Fm, Western Trading Company and Rodeo Services Rodeo DJ the Gill Bros. pumped out music Association. Special thanks also to the McTaggart throughout the rodeo performance to an Family; Colin, Kim and Sharron along with NRCA enthusiastic crowd. While, Mik Oberle entertained Chairman the fans and competitors on completion of the Finals with the crowd singing along at intervals, Pat Staines (who also received an award buckle for proving just how much fun you can have at one of his services to Rodeo over the past 22 years) for all of their hard work and effort in organising this these country events! event. Rodeo Queen of Australia Renee Boston was in attendance along with Runner-Up Rodeo Queens National Rodeo Council of Australia (NRCA) Colleen Shields, Millie Haines and Daphne Tun Photography courtesy of Dave Ethell
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to school entry age. It also recognises the importance of the learning environment provided for our children as having a significant influence on their education and development now and in the future. You can expect not only the fundamentals such as language, literacy and numeracy, but art, music, social and life skills, problem solving and investigation – within an environment and curriculum designed especially to meet each developmental level. At Charley’s Place every infant is well-tended to by qualified and experienced Educators. Each child will enjoy the responsive, tender loving touch that is so important for their proper development.
This is accomplished in an environment that is designed with the highest possible level of safety in mind and provides opportunities for sensory, Charley’s Place employs a university trained early childhood Teacher who cognitive, creative, social and emotional stimulation during your child’s crucial baby nurtures in a comfortable setting that is runs an educational programme using the Early Years Learning Framework growing months. Your conducive for his/her total (EYLF) together with the QLD Kindergarten Learning Guidelines (QKLG). development. The Curriculum includes the care and education of children from birth
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Four students from the Chinchilla region completed their Merivale Sugarcraft Level 2 on the weekend of the 8th and 9th November. Kaylene Wonga, Rebecca Turley, Tanya Bruggermann and Sarah Blond were kept very busy over the weekend creating two Christmas cakes and a novelty cake in just two days. The Merivale Sugarcraft class was the second Sugarcraft for the students who completed their level one class in August. During their level two class the group developed skills in: creating new designs, using colour for balance and accent, using Patchwork cutters and moulds to create interesting design features. Merivale Cakes is an award winning Highfields business which provides sponsorship for a number of regional shows and travels to the communities to bring cake decorating training to students. Merivale Cakes Photos: Top - Left to right - Kaylene Wonga, Rebecca Turley, Tanya Bruggermann and Sarah Blond Bottom - Beautiful creations from the Merivale Sugarcraft Level 2 course held in Chinchilla in Noember
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Celebrate the Spirit of Christmas Our dream is to share some of the beauty of Christmas with others by creating a place where people can spend time walking among individually decorated Christmas trees displayed by local businesses, community organisations and other churches, whilst listening to timeless carols. You will be required to provide: •
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Set up will be Monday 15th Dec. from 10am Dismantle will be Monday 22nd Dec. from 10am You are welcome to hold a stall in our air-conditioned hall at no charge during this time. Afternoon tea will be available for visitors to purchase and a Barbeque will be operating each evening. Please Contact:Jill Covington: 4668 9544 or Marilyn Bidstrup: 0427 681 118 before November 28th if you are interested or for more information. Chinchilla Uniting Church
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Santa isn’t the only one with a list this year! Christmas lights around town, write letters to We’ve complied a checklist of things to make Santa with your children and make hot cocoa! sure you leave time for the little things that make Shopping smartly will save you time that you Christmas wonderful. can then spend enjoying Christmas with your family. You can get all your gift shopping done • Go see Christmas Lights in one place at the Chinchilla Garden Centre, • Write letters to Santa with everything from Teacher’s gifts to lanterns, • Give teacher’s gifts wall art, ornaments and potted plants. There • Have a candlelit dinner are personalised gift packs for everyone across • Eat candy canes a range of budgets and gift vouchers are good option when you don’t know what to give. • Listen to Christmas Music •
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Lifelong Love for Birds Leads to Voluntary Conservation When Wendy Moline was six years old her father held her up to a blue wren’s Wendy recently formed a ‘Friends of the Sanctuary’ group through which she is planning a bird watching event in October 2015. “When I'm out there on nest to see the fledgling chicks, in doing so igniting a passion for birds. the verandah I sit and consider what the poor people are doing – and I'm a Now living on a 20-acre block west of Millmerran, Wendy attributes her early pensioner! My riches lie in the bush and wildlife around me, especially the experience in the beachside bush of northern Sydney to not only making her birds such as the rare and endangered Glossy Black Cockatoos which are “mad about birds” but prompting her to voluntarily conserve wildlife in her regular visitors. own backyard. “I have a spiritual connection to the land and believe the land owns me as In February last year, Wendy registered her block ‘The Sanctuary’ with Land for much as I own it. I believe I am only its custodian,” Wendy said. Wildlife, a program run across the region by the Queensland Murray-Darling Committee (QMDC). The program recognises landholder efforts to conserve To find out more about the Land for Wildlife Program contact Sandy Robertson nature, offering advice and support to help improve land, create wildlife on sandyr@qmdc.org.au or phone 07 4637 6288. corridors and protect habitat. Queensland Murray-Darling Committee ‘The Sanctuary’, which features ironbark, smooth-barked apple and cypress pine forest, is one of more than 250 properties now registered with Land for Wildlife in the Queensland Murray-Darling Basin. “I’ve seen or heard 42 different birds on this property and once I got half established, I thought why not investigate Land for Wildlife?” Wendy said. Wendy contacted local Millmerran Landcare Officer Rebecca Kirby which led to an introduction to QMDC Land for Wildlife Officer Sandy Robertson who undertook an assessment of the block’s biodiversity values. Ms Robertson said the vegetation in the Millmerran Downs, Cypress Gardens Estate (where the Sanctuary lies) was important because it formed an important bioregional link between Wondul National Park to the south and the Western Creek State Forest to the north.
Wendy Moline has set up an interest group “Friends of the Sanctuary” on her Land for Wildlife property, she is pictured with group member Norm Chapman. INSET: Some of the wildlife spotted on the property: Glossy Black Cockatoos, King Parrot and Pretty-faced Wallaby with her joey
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Background of Backgrounders - Part 2 Steer trader breed types, a target market is just as important. Most commercial feedlotters will supply your agent with a feedlot entry specification grid, outlining weights, breeds and delivery instructions for successful induction into their feedlot; this may also be accompanied by a contract to purchase, outlining payment terms and trading terms and conditions (if using your local agent, this should all be taken care of on your behalf). Getting your steers up to the desired weights for feedlot entry is no different than the heifers, with the minimum weight generally around 300kg curfewed, and a maximum of up to 550kg. Currently, the feeder grids are looking for steers 300-360kg for the domestic 70 day grain fed yearling market. These steers must not have more than their 2 teeth to meet this market. The bullock or heavy feeder market is quoting 360-480kg with some feedlotters requiring them 400-550 kg. All of these heavy steers are paid a premium for milk and 2 teeth. Most feedlotters deduct up to 10 cents for steers with 4 teeth, due to the age of the steer and the possibility of him breaking 6 tooth during his 100-120 days in the feedlot prior to slaughter.
mind. For example, straight Brahman steers can, at domestic feeder weights, occasionally attract less competition by feedlotters than, for example, straight bred Angus steers. If your target market is the heavy feeder or bullock market, then both Brahmans and Angus will be highly sort after in the Saleyards and on a landed feedlot basis. Now that you’ve decided that back grounding suits your property, there are topics such as grazing practices, cell grazing, rotational and continuous grazing. These all require different levels of management. From my experience, as livestock salesman, I would suggest utilising the system that doesn’t degrade your land but allows for the greatest weight gains from your steers and heifers. The land and pasture program you undertake must be financially and physically viable - you will want to have a holiday at some stage!
Finally, you’ve got the young cattle out in the paddock, healthy, happy and tidy. However, to maximise your weight gains, it is important to know the capabilities of your pastures and crops you graze. It is, therefore, good practice to own your own scales as this will show you, not only the weight gains of your cattle, but provide a value of each paddock’s capabilities. For example, one of my clients knows that, on grass, his steers will average 0.6 kg gain per day during average seasonal conditions. Based on this knowledge, he can weigh his steers at the right time which reduces excess handling of livestock without affecting their overall performance. Backgrounding is an important part of the cattle industry which can be very rewarding. Hopefully, this has given you some insight or assistance in moving your livestock business towards backgrounding.
When receiving your first mob of backgrounders home, and unsure of previous treatments, it is good If you have any questions or require livestock purchased and marketed, please feel free to talk practice to: with the livestock team at Landmark Dalby. • vaccinate with 5in1 or 7in1 Livestock Manager, Brock Simpkins & Livestock • treat for internal and external parasites Salesman, Ian Newson • cross brand, tip or dehorn, and Breeds chosen for the domestic market (70 day) Landmark Dalby • apply a management tag stating owner and need to be purchased with your target market in date of purchase, if possible.
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Getting Ready for the Silly Season It’s the season for parties, holidays, and fun with friends and loved ones. But it’s also time to start making plans for what you want to achieve in 2015. We’re not just accountants. We’re your business adviser and your sounding board. So, whether you’ve already made your new year’s resolutions or you need a hand to get on track… It’s December and we have officially hit the “silly season”. Chances are, you’re running around like a chook with its head cut off, shopping for gifts, attending end-of-year break ups, planning Christmas lunch and packing for family holidays. However, have you actually stopped to make sure you are truly ‘silly-season-ready’?
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I don’t want to be all bar-hum-bug, but in amongst the frivolity, we have some tips for being prepared for the more serious side of the silly season. Do a budget: A survey by the Commonwealth Bank said on average, Aussies spend over $400 each on Christmas; that’s roughly $7.8 billion nationwide. If you are reading this and have no idea if you are above or below the average, then you need a budget. Many of us can get so caught up in the lights, the tinsel, and the spirit of giving that we forget about our other year-round commitments. Watch the credit: Christmas is a time of giving, however, that’s not an excuse to give your credit card a workout. This year, consider more thoughtful, less expensive gifts. Try some homemade gifts to bolster a ‘bought’ present, look for good bargains and support local businesses where you can. Cut out any unnecessary items. Be tough this year; before putting it in your basket, think, just need a dash of good planning and a sprinkle of discipline. Being properly ‘Do I really need this?’ You’ll be surprised how much you put back and the prepared will help remove the stress and anxiety and allow you to appreciate money you’ll save. the true celebration of Christmas. Enjoy the time with family and friends, be safe and have a merry one! Have your affairs in order: While no-one likes to think about it, summer in Australia also means fires, storms and busy roads. Sadly, sometimes things Kelvin Tyler, BMO Business Centre go wrong. Before we hit the road for the ‘rellie-rally’ or the summer holiday, Kelvin Tyler is a partner at BMO Accountants. BMO is a multifaceted business make sure you have all your insurances in place. Don’t just protect your advisory firm delivering solutions for accounting and taxation, business properties and vehicles, but make sure you have adequate life, trauma and growth, wealth creation, loans and leasing. Information in this article is income protection insurance too. general in nature and readers are advised to seek advice specific to their You don’t need a Christmas miracle to be prepared for the silly season; you circumstances.
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Anna and Claire dwell together on the fringes of the Boston elite, but to keep themselves in the lifestyle to which they have become accustomed, Anna has been accepting expensive presents from a wealthy married man who’s become besotted by her. Claire, meanwhile, is aging disgracefully and is set on seducing a much younger woman, and wants not only Anna’s blessing but her help.
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Young Queenslanders at Risk of Obesity-related Cancers An investigation by Cancer Council Queensland has revealed a 129 per “There are many ways to help kids move more – walking or riding to school, cent increase in obesity-related cancers in young Queenslanders over a 30 joining team sports like netball or soccer, or playing in the park instead of spending time on the screen. year period. From 1982 (when cancer records commenced) to 2012, obesity-related “Equally importantly, we need to discourage sedentary activities – even if cancers increased by 2.8 per cent each year in Queenslanders aged 20 to children are very physically active, they may experience negative health effects from sitting for long periods each day. 29 years. Overweight and obesity increases the risk of developing cancers of the “Giving gifts like skipping ropes and balls is a great way to get kids active, bowel, oesophagus, pancreas, kidney, endometrium, ovaries, gallbladder along with setting limits on screen time and making the child’s bedroom a TV or computer free zone.” and thyroid. Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie Clift said the trend was a Queensland schools, childcare centres, workplaces and sports clubs are invited to join the QUEST to lead healthier lives at quest.org.au. cause for concern. “More research is needed to investigate whether obesity has been a More information about Cancer Council Queensland is available via 13 11 contributing factor to the increasing rate of these cancers diagnosed 20 or cancerqld.org.au. among young Queenslanders over the past three decades. Cancer Council Queensland “The prevalence of adult overweight and obesity in Queensland is the highest in Australia, at 65 per cent, and is a significant threat to cancer control. “As a community we must support each other to eat a healthy diet, be physically active and maintain a healthy weight.” Up to one third of all cancers are preventable through healthy lifestyle choices including eating well, exercising and being a healthy weight. “More than a quarter of Queensland children are overweight or obese, with the number expected to rise significantly in the future,” Ms Clift said. “Helping our children create healthy, active lifestyles from a young age is vital to their long-term health and happiness. “Children aged five to 12 years and young adults aged 13 to 17 years should engage in at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous intensity physical activity every day.
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Better Connected Care for Darling Downs Children Darling Downs children and families living with complex health conditions Cilento Children’s Hospital on November 29, currently manages a patient now have a dedicated local ‘care coordinator’ to help them access the various intake service to ensure all eligible children are identified for the program, as well as provide education, mentoring and outreach support. specialists and support services they need. Christine Coleborn based in Toowoomba Hospital, will support families across the region as part of Children’s Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service’s statewide Connected Care Program. Children’s Health Queensland Board Chair Susan Johnston said local care coordinators had been appointed across the state to improve access to quality care for every child and young person regardless of where they live. “The care coordinators will be a central point of contact for families and will focus on improving communication between a child’s various health care providers to ensure their care is managed seamlessly across the acute, community and primary healthcare sectors,” Ms Johnston said.
Ms Johnston said the Connected Care Program could help an estimated 4,700 children and their families across the state. “Children’s Health Queensland is committed to working with our partner hospital and health services to ensure children in rural and regional areas of the state receive the same safe and highquality care that their counterparts in the capital do,’’ Ms Johnston said. “By streamlining and co-ordinating care, we will reduce the risks of issues being missed, and ensure that treatment for multiple conditions is properly integrated. New multispecialty and multidisciplinary clinics at the RCH and the new Lady Cilento Children’s Hospital will also ease previous pressures placed on some children and their families.
Since the program’s launch in May 2014, care coordinators have been “Providing patient and family-centred care is central to everything we do at appointed in Cairns, Townsville, Mackay, Bundaberg, Brisbane, Rockhampton, Children’s Health Queensland. We know the small things we can do to make life easier for families can often be as important as the clinical care we provide,” Mt Isa, Ipswich, Hervey Bay and the Gold and Sunshine Coasts. Ms Johnston said. Ms Coleborn, who has lived in Toowoomba for more than 25 years, said she was looking forward to making a genuine difference to the lives of children For more information about the service, families can contact Jaclyn Harber (Nurse Manager, Connected Care Program) on 07 3636 4512 or connectand their families living in the Darling Downs region. care4kids@health.qld.gov.au. “Children with complex heath conditions often need to see several different specialists and make multiple visits to the Royal Children’s Hospital in Brisbane Children’s Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service or other major hospital to receive the services they need. “This can be disruptive, confusing and emotionally draining for the child, and the family as a whole, especially if they have to see different care providers every time and have no familiar face to turn to,” she said. With more than 25 years’ experience in the health care system, Ms Coleborn also understands the importance of providing consistency and timely coordination of services to reduce the stress and worry on families. “Having previously worked as a school-based nurse within Child, Youth and Family Health Services, I recognise the need for better communication and collaboration across a child’s health care team. “Being a part of the Connected Care Program will enable me to use my skills and experience to streamline health care for children and their families and promote important self-care initiatives,” Ms Coleborn said. Regional care coordinators are supported by a hub team based at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Brisbane. This team, which will relocate to the new Lady
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49 WILLIAM ST, JANDOWAE Just Walk In - Totally Renovated Colonial cottage on large 1454m2 allotment/2 bedroom with room for more. Tastefully renovated. French doors leading into the open plan lounge/ dining/kitchen area. New bathroom and kitchen. Both bedrooms have double built in cupboards. Verandah on three sides overlooking the gardens. The paved rear entertainment area has the luxury of a spa to indulge in. Large yard/street appeal with attractive picket fencing and old fashioned shutters and criss-cross railings on the verandah. A double carport sits to the side on a gravel driveway for easy access. $199,000 ono. Keen to sell. Phone owner for inspection on 07 46981676
64 GEORGE ST, JANDOWAE 4 Bedroom House in Jandowae. Renovated bathroom, kitchen with granite bench tops, huge living areas. House sale includes all furniture (everything from the TV to beds etc.) Double carport. Lockable shed 6 x 4m, covered patio area, landscaped gardens. Great buy for a family or an investment property. 64 George St, Jandowae. $200 000. Ph: 4632 4093
FOR SALE Fibreglass canoe, 3.6m, white, good order with 3 x life jackets, paddles. $350. Ph. 4627 1786 / mob. 0427 939 673. Miles
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FOR RENT – JANDOWAE 2 bedroom fully furnished unit. New kitchen, 3 bay carport/patio. Due to proximity to businesses, noise restrictions apply during business hours. $230 p/w, Ph: 4665 7186 (9am – 5pm)
FOR SALE Garden manure for sale $50 for trailer load or $2.50 per bag. Delivery negotiable. Phone Johnathan 0457506489.
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FOR SALE - JANDOWAE HOUSE Approx 12 years old, 4 bedrooms, good scooter ramp to verandah - 2 bay lockable car shed with workshop, laundry and toilet attached. Price $227,000.00. Ph: 4668 5781.
FOR SALE 2011 CRF450R BIKE, new sprockets, chain, brake pads and fork seals. Major service completed recently. Bike has low hours, exc cond $5100.00. Ph. Tom 0413 949 339
Sharefarmer wanted. 200+ acres, good soil, flat country, well vermin fenced, all or some could be irrigated later. JandowaeJinghi Valley area.
..................................... FOR RENT Jandowae House to rent, 3 bedrooms, sleep out, built-ins, 2 bathrooms, electric stove, wood heater, air-cond. Reasonable rent, references, ph 46685287.
...................................... FOR SALE Bull Mastiff/Bull Arab x puppies, vet checked, wormed and vaccinated. 8 weeks old. 2 females and 2 males. All different colours. $150 each ono. Located Ranges Bridge Area. Ph. 0447 769 176.
Are you looking for something to do a few hours per week? The Miles State School Opportunity Shop (next to La Rose) is what helps our school to provide much needed funding for things such as computers, outdoor playground equipment. If you have a few spare hours a week and would be interested in volunteering, ph Leanne Small, Ph 46271539 We are now open on Saturday
...................................... FOR SALE Large 3 seater sofa bed, good condition $80. Ph: 0428 197 132
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