March 2014
Chinchilla
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Barrel Races Diamond In the Rough Barrel Racing Promotions (DITR) was founded on June 12th in 2012 with a superb vision of the ultimate dream – helping to promote Barrel Racing to become a massive event here in Australia. It is a non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting the sport of barrel racing and pole bending for contestants of all ages and all levels of competition. The group intends to provide anyone with a love for the sport of Barrel Racing an opportunity to begin somewhere, improve their riding skills, develop a spirit of fair competition and appreciate good horsemanship. The promoters’ vision into the future is to boost the growth of Barrel Racing in Australia to a more elite level by providing competition with major
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sponsors, higher prize pools, broader spectator numbers with National and International recognition provided to all of those involved. Participants from the local area and as far Biloela, Warwick, Roma and Toowoomba came to compete at the Chinchilla Showgrounds the weekend 15-16th February 2014. Looking as if they stepped straight out of a country clothing catalogue, the sharply dressed Ladies displayed the perfect unison between the rider and horse that makes any equestrian competition a pleasure to watch. Aja O’Leary
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Cover. Tracey Porter 1. Teal Aers on Special 2. Shari Burgess and Muffin from Kogan 3. Amanda Bradshaw and Shirley Godwin 4. Janene Hughes, Alfil 5. Shari Burgess and Muffin from Kogan 6. Steve Sutton, Monique Burke, Gayli Burgess, Lisa Sutton, Katie Sutton and Tracey Porter 7. Shirley Ayers and Rebel
Ladies Cocktail Night to Raise Money for Good Cause Australian farmers are some of the most productive in the world in some of the toughest and most arid environment. The recent combination of Live Export bans, fire, no wet season and now a harsh drought are pushing many over the edge. This is not just a financial issue; it is a health issue as well. They need our help. More than 65 glamorous ladies attended the evening with a mission to raise money for our Aussie farmers. A total amount of $4138.75 was raised and $715 of that was raised from the raffle alone. Huge thanks to the local businesses that provided the event with some fantastic raffle prizes. Amazing cocktail food was donated by PFD Miles and Chinchilla RSL generously donated the champagne. Jamaica Blue provided the venue free of charge and all the staff at Jamaica Blue kindly donated their time.
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Events like these don’t just happen; they need input and support from many people to be a success. This was an enormous contribution of time and resources, and the night simply would not have been as big a success without the businesses’ donations, helpers and all the ladies who attended but mainly of Tash and Nicki’s willingness and enthusiasm! Aja O’Leary
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1. Mikaela Sim and Brittany Ferguson 2. Gabriela Tramosljika, Sharon Henricson, Trudi Webster and Svetlana Dmitrieve 3. Peta-Marie Zeller and Natasha Herbert 4. Jenny Gailey, Sharon Henricson, Gabriela Tramosljika, Colleen Forde, Trudi Webster, Jo Embry and Bronwyn Cookson
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EDITOR Jessica Flynn DESIGN Amelia Wood Kate Haig Matt Pascoe
Barrel Races Come to Town Photo taken by Aja O’Leary. See our feature story on page 2.
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It’s hard to believe March is here already, it feels as though the year has just begun, yet here we are almost at Easter again! With March of course comes the change of season, and the start of Autumn and hopefully some cooler weather, maybe even some rain if we’re lucky! This month we have a wonderful story from one of our new contributors, Chantahl Stedman, who has written a story on the very talented photographer, Scott Bridle. You will see some of his amazing photographs and read all about his story on pages 12 - 13 of this edition. There are some exciting events coming up in the region; The Wandoan Race Day as well as the Flinton Races which you can read all about in this edition. Keep an eye out in next month’s edition for all the photos from these wonderful events! Enjoy your first Autumn Edition of the Chinchilla Vine Magazine for 2014.
Jessica Flynn
BARAKULA HORSE & PONY CLUB
CHINCHILLA LAPIDARY & GEMSTONE CLUB
CHINCHILLA STAMPING FRIENDS CLUB
Meets at “Maybrook” on the Blackswamp Road
1st Friday of Every month - 7:30pm
Last Sunday of every month. Ph: 4668 9302
Ph: 4662 7688
Meets 3rd Saturday of the month but 2nd Saturday in December.
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BUNYA MTS & DISTRICT AMCOM INC.
CHINCHILLA LIBRARY BOOK CLUB
Promoting Radio Communications & Electronics. Meets on the first Sunday in March, June, August & December.
Meets 1st Thursday of each month.
More info, Phone Neil: 0488 687 649 or Ricky: 0429 726 833.
Ph: 4679 4470 ............................................................................................. CHINCHILLA LIONS
Ph: 46628289. ............................................................................................. CHINCHILLA STRING ENSEMBLE Past and present players of any ability level FREE, SOCIAL Ensemble Monica Larkin. Ph: 46628072 .............................................................................................
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Meets 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month.
CHINCHILLA AGRICULTURAL & PASTORAL ASSOCIATION
Ph: 4668 9636 .............................................................................................
Chinchilla Toastmasters Club Meets 2nd and 4th Thursdays 7:30pm at Chinchilla RSL.
Meets 1st Thursday of each month.
CHINCHILLA MELON FESTIVAL ASSOCIATION
Phone Ian 0429 639156 or Julie 4168 0253
Ph: 0419 653 389
Meets 1st Wednesday of every month at WDRC Chinchilla Customer Service Centre Meeting Room at 6pm. Ph. 4679 4471
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............................................................................................. CHINCHILLA APEX 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 MEN’S SHED Meets every Thursday 9am-12noon, all welcome. Ph: Dave 4662 8548 or chinchillamuseum@bigpond. com ............................................................................................. CHINCHILLA MINIATURE TRAINS 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 Brian Ph: 4668 9889 or chinchillamuseum@bigpond.com ............................................................................................. CHINCHILLA MUSEUM VOLUNTEERS
Meets 4th Wednesday of each month.
Volunteers meet every Thursday 10am /3pm meetings are every 3rd Thursday at 10am. All welcome. Ph: 4662 7014 or
Ph: 4668 9172
chinchillamuseum@bigpond.com
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CHINCHILLA COMMUNICATORS
CHINCHILLA QCWA
Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month.
Meets 1st Friday of each month. Ph: 4662 7700
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Sub – Branch meets the following Tuesday night 6.30 Ph. Sally 0432611544
CHINCHILLA COUNTRY MUSIC SING ALONG
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Meets 1st Sunday of each month @ 1:00pm 5:00pm. Ph: 4665 8197
CHINCHILLA RACE CLUB
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First race @ 1.30pm – 5 race programme
CHINCHILLA FIELD NATS CLUB
Bar & entertainment till late
Meets 3rd Friday of each month. Ph: 4668 9054
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CHINCHILLA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & INDUSTRY
Chinchilla Races – 5th November.
CHINCHILLA ROTARY CHINCHILLA LOCAL & FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY
Meets every Tuesday. Ph: 4665 4191
Meets 3rd Tuesday of each month @ 10:00am
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Ph: 4668 9082
CHINCHILLA SCRAPPERS
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Meet 2nd Thursday of each month.
CHINCHILLA JUNIOR RUGBY LEAGUE CLUB
Ph: 0408 754 579.
Meeting 7pm, 7th November @ Bulldog Park
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CHINCHILLA TOASTMASTERS CLUBS
CHINCHILLA HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY INC. 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 WHITE GUMS GALLERY Meets 3rd Thursday of each month @ 10:30am. Ph: 4668 9908 ............................................................................................. DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP Meets 1st Tuesday of the month at Illoura Village in Activities Room @ 10:00am. Ph: 0427 627 173
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President - Mick Ashurst 0407 744 630 Secretary - Chris Bender 0428 543 943 March 5
Wandoan Race Day The Autumn racing season is here and Wandoan will be host to one of the first Western Downs country races to kick off the season! Everyone is welcome on Saturday, 22nd March, at the MBS, CMS and Mullins Mitre 10 Wandoan Race Day. The weather in Wandoan is beautiful in March, warm enough to dress up in the new fashion, but also cool enough to enjoy the sunshine, so why not try your hand at ‘fashions of the field’? Featuring a five race program, children’s rides and daytime entertainment, catering, licenced bar and evening entertainment, the Wandoan Races are a great family day out with a party atmosphere for people of all ages. Evening entertainment this year is provided by Brown Suga, a new and exciting R’n’B, Top 40’s, Disco and Dance group from the Sunshine Coast. Gate entry is free, so why not invite your friends and family! For more information, please have a look on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/WandoanDiggersRaceClubInc / Event Page https://www.facebook.com/events/1406692769576893/ Like us on Facebook! There will be tables available to book. If you are interested, please contact Kath Miles on Ph: (07) 46 274 433 or Katherine. Miles@landmark.com.au. Tables will include catering of nibbles throughout the day. A bus will also be operating throughout the day, so please contact Kath if you are interested. Many thanks to our major sponsors: Construction Machinery Solutions, Modular Building Systems, Mullins Mitre 10 Chinchilla and Miles and Santos; and our minor sponsor: Mike Jones Earthmoving Pty Ltd. Wandoan Race Club
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Community
National Youth Week National Youth Week is the largest celebration of young people in Australia. It has been held as a national event since 2000 and its success is a result of the hard work and dedication of the young people aged 12-25, that are involved in organising these events at a local level, across all states and territories. The theme for National Youth Week 2014 is ‘Our Voice. Our Impact.’ It encourages young people to voice their opinions, share ideas, show off their skills and talents whilst participating positively in the future. The theme was chosen by the Young Members of the National Planning Group, following broad consultation with youth from across Australia. And what a positive and inspirational occasion! This year’s theme and a variety of free activities had been organised around the young peoples feedback from last year’s celebrations. Pool parties, GIANT pool inflatables and board games were all happening from Monday 17 to Saturday 22 February 2014 across the region, with one being held in Chinchilla on Friday 21st. The pool party though is just one component of this year's Western Downs Youth Week celebrations that follow the theme. Young people across the region were filmed giving their thoughts on 'Our Voice. Our Impact.' and these videos were played on a large outdoor screen during the event while a local community group hosted a fundraising BBQ. Many youngsters attended this engaging, entertaining From Top: Jasmine Moffat and Breanna Trapp -- Taine Laherty and Alexander Wyles -- Jono and mostly wet fun. Buchanan, Terri Cobb, Sam Hopper and Aja O’Leary Nicole Walsh
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Aussie Helpers’ Charity Gala Brian and Nerida Egan established Aussie Helpers on 21 May 2002 to help fight poverty and lift the spirits of those severely affected by drought in the outback. From what they saw around them and what they heard from people in the bush, Brian and Nerida felt that no organisation was doing anything significant to help families suffering the full effects of the worst drought in living history. Brian, as a veteran of the Indonesian Confrontation and the Vietnam War in the 1960s who lost his own farm in the 1990s from a combination of drought and personal depression, is no stranger to hard times. Aussie Helpers have some 40 volunteers and mainly work via the ever faithful “Bush Telegraph” to find farming families who are in desperate need of assistance. Aussie Helpers work around three words “care, share, respect” which simply means that Aussie Helpers care about people in need and will share whatever assistance they have available free of charge and will give the recipients the utmost respect and confidentiality. Aussie Helpers raises all its own funding and is not aligned to any other charity or religious association. Unlike government funded organisations, Aussie Helpers are all unpaid volunteers making a real difference to the lives of real people. Andrew Lubowicz
Chinchilla Auto Fest 2014 Chinchilla Auto & Motor Group affiliated with C.A.R. Inc is a small group of car & vintage stationary engine enthusiast who enjoy showing their car/engines. Our main aim is to show our vehicles/engines and at the same time raise funds for charity.
Keep an eye out over the coming months in your local magazine, as we update you with programmes, entertainment etc.
If you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact event co-ordinator on mobile Last year we held a small yet successful Auto Fest with 0412 786 928 or email kbr12555@bigpond.net.au approx 90 vehicles & 10 motor cycles on display, as well as swap meet stalls & market stalls, fun for the 13th September 2014 children and live entertainment. With the success of Chinchilla State Primary School Oval last year’s event we have once again decided to hold Gates open to the public 7.00am the event and planning a bigger and better event Rhonda Bruggemann running along the same lines.
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Community
‘My Obsession’ – Maree Cameron’s 22nd Solo Exhibition! What is an obsession? For the Chinchilla White Gums Art Gallery April exhibition, well known Western Downs artist Maree Cameron, explores what it means to her. The dictionary tell us an obsession can be ‘something that a person thinks about constantly or frequently’ or ‘an activity that someone is very interested in or spends a lot of time doing’. Both of these fit very well to Maree and her art. Maree has lived all her life in rural western Queensland, settling in Jandowae in 1989. She began her obsession with art in 1976 as a selftaught artist, gradually over the years gaining skills and knowledge through the Flying Arts School, artist-run courses and Summer Schools. Along her journey she has collected many accolades and awards, including a Minister for the Arts Encouragement Award, and an Arts Queensland Award. She has been active in local agricultural shows both as an artist and as a judge, as well as a tutor for many rural artists. Her expertise has been recognised internationally with the recent purchase by the Toowoomba Regional Council of her work ‘Spring Time in Queen’s Park’. This was presented to the Mayor of Paji, Toowoomba’s sister city, in South Korea.
of the new works on display.’ Along with her New Zealand experience, visitors to the Gallery will be able to see other examples of Maree’s talents through her use of an eclectic range of painting styles.
Maree’s motto is ‘What you put in - is what you get out’. This Maree certainly does do! She invites Volunteer Training Workshop you to come and share her ‘obsession’. The Gallery has RADF funding for a Volunteer ‘My Obsession’ will be open at the Chinchilla Training Workshop in contemporary Regional White Gums Art Gallery from Saturday 29 March Art Gallery practices. The two day workshop to Wednesday 30 April. There will be a special is facilitated by the Flying Arts and will cover front of desk and back office practices necessary preview at 10am on Saturday 29 March 2014. to run an Art Gallery or exhibition. The cost to Reminder to all local artists and craftworkers! participants will be $30 for the two days (includes catering). The workshop will be held on Saturday Don’t forget the Chinchilla White Gums Art 5 April and Sunday 6 April. For bookings or Gallery May exhibition ‘Back to Black’. This is your further details please contact Helen on 46689908 chance to shine, and to experience your own or 46627514 (A/H). little piece of the excitement of exhibiting at an Art Gallery. Chinchilla White Gums Art Gallery ‘Back to Black’ is a return to showcasing local talents in the arts and crafts. Come into the Gallery or email us on whitegums101@bigpond. com for the information brochure. Exhibition forms for artists and craftworkers are now available at the Gallery. There is a maximum of two pieces per exhibitor. The only visual requirement is that your artwork or craft piece have at least 25% black or a derivative of black in it. The rest of the colour is your choice. Don’t miss out on this free opportunity!
As a part of her 22nd solo exhibition Maree will be unveiling her latest source of nourishment for her obsession – the colours and textures of New Zealand. As she explains: ‘Early in this year (2013) I had my first overseas trip to New Zealand. This really opened a Pandora’s Box to another lifestyle. For 10 days I saw lots of subject 12x12 Challenge matter and what my eyes observed are in some
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What a great success! We have had over 120 entries from local schools, organisations, artists and community members. The images in their CD cases will be on sale for $12 each until the end of March. All proceeds are going to local charities. Well worth a visit!
Community
Flinton Races 2014 It’s on again! The Annual Flinton Races, to be held Easter Saturday, 19 April, 2014, has grown from strength to strength each year. This year’s race meeting will be no different with a full five race program and $42,000 in prize money up for grabs. The usual bookies’ ring will be in operation where happy punters can bet on the local and interstate races while following the action on the big screens. Gates open at 11.30am and the day kicks off at noon with a complimentary finger food luncheon courtesy of the Committee. The St George Lions Club will be out in force providing bar and BBQ all day. The Lions Club will also be on deck Sunday morning to provide breakfast for those camping. Please remember to bring your cash as there are no Eftpos facilities available on the banks of the Moonie River! Guests are able to book a table under the shade of the bough shed; $25 secures you and your guests a table for eight and a bottle of champagne. Please email Cindy Coggan to book - pccoggan@bordernet.com.au. Families are well catered for and the kids will be entertained all day on the free jumping castle. The evening kicks off with an amazing fireworks display and then rolls into the night with a live band and DJ. The Flinton Race Club Committee has been hard at work all year on a new shower and toilet block. Free camping is available next to the race course. Ladies and gents, make sure you dress to impress as Fashions on the Field will once again take place. Last year’s entries saw a bevy of gorgeous fillies and many handsome lads battle it out for top fashion honours. For those who are fleet of foot and fit, be ready to contest the Flinton Dash Footrace to be held on the track following the last race. There is $1,000 cash up for grabs and the glory of being written into the Flinton History Books. To get to Flinton, simply head west on the Moonie Highway; the Flinton turn off is 12km past Westmar on the right hand side. From St George, the turn off is 110km on the left. Gillian Meppem-Mott
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They say they breed them tough in the bush few more trips out west before its completion. but really I think we breed them brilliant…well Scott’s current book “Outback” can be found at that’s the case when you mention the name Scott all leading book stores or on his website www. Bridle. Scott is a born and bred Glenmorgan boy scottbridle.com; for bookings and enquiries please raised at Erambie. His appreciation for nature and contact Scott on 0429 674 114 or Fairway Studios, the bush was implanted into him from day one by Goondiwindi. For those that are interested in his mother and father as they taught him about photography or would even like to just give it a the magnificence and splendour that the bush go, Scott will be judging the Photography section had to offer. With his mother as an artist there is at the Tara Show on the 8th March. And just to no doubt that Scott “grew up immersed in art” be sure he never misses an opportunity, Scott and before long his mother gave him another “always has his camera with him” no matter where artistic medium to turn his hand at, photography. his travels may lead. Leaving home at age 20 set for the stations up north with camera in hand, Scott embarked on Chantahl Stedman a journey of majestic beauty and admiration. He spent 15 years as a stockman snapping away before graduating to the skies as a pilot. This different angle opened the doorway for Scott in to a new world of photographic opportunities. He spent 10 years in the air before returning to the district with ample images that left the masses in awe. Scott delighted in seeing the pleasant expressions as people looked on through his photos which lead him to compiling his recent book “Outback”. From here Scott decided to try his hand at a bit of healthy competition by Scott Bridle entering the BHP Billiton Cannington Waltzing Matilda Photographic Competition. He began his success in this area taking out first place in the Colour Print section in 2010 and more recently again in 2013 with his image (pictured) Jordan’s Woolshed Brenda. Scott continues his passion for photography right here in the Western Downs and is now based in Meandarra with his newly established helicopter business specialising in contract mustering, feral animal control and aerial photography. With his love for the bush, Scott has also developed a special talent for the odd portrait or two. He is currently building his photographic portfolio in order to release another book and plans to do a
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Gardening Tips for March After the heat and humidity that we have been having, your roses may be starting to look a bit out of shape. It is a good idea to prune any stray branches and fertilise them with sudden impact for roses to keep them going. Petunias, alyssum and lobelia can be planted now to get a good autumn show. It is also a good time to start preparing garden beds for winter planting, by mixing the soil with a slow release fertiliser and gypsum. Winter flowering plants include pansies, sweet peas, foxgloves and larkspur, just to name a few. If you have a vegetable garden, then towards the end of March is the ideal time to prepare a section of the garden so it is ready for your winter vegetables, such as cauliflower, broccoli, onions, peas, cabbage etc. Don’t forget to visit Dalby Landscapes Facebook page or drop in and see our friendly staff at 15 Hospital Road, if you would like any further gardening advice. Dalby Landscapes and Home Garden Supplies
Ambulance Open Day – Centenary of Service Dalby Community The Queensland Ambulance Service Dalby has community members on the day. Chris also proudly serviced the town’s community and included colouring in options for the children. We were able to display many different types surrounding rural areas for one hundred years. of old and new equipment (including vehicles/ Dalby’s Local Ambulance Committee chose to stretchers etc). celebrate their special occasion on Saturday, 25th January, 2014 between 10:00 am and 2:00 We estimated that over 100 persons attended. pm at the Dalby Ambulance Station, 154/156 I thank all who assisted on the day very much; their efforts made the day a success. Cunningham Street, Dalby. The Committee invited Acting Assistant Derrick Scheuer, Commissioner, Mr Glen Maule, to open the event, Officer in Charge, and Mayor Mr Ray Brown to be guest speaker on QAS Dalby the day. The Local Ambulance Committee and staff were on hand to welcome all who attended and to answer any questions. Mr Chris Hanna from Queensland Wildlife Conservation Service undertook wildlife safety talks. I was looking for Snake Safety Awareness information and appropriate actions to be considered by members of the community when they are confronted. Chris used a PowerPoint display and spoke to open groups, with active interactions with the
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Jenny Usher
Camp Oven Comedy Easter Saturday 19th April 2014 Midday onward at Monogorilby Hall
Lunch Midday - 1pm
Come and enjoy fabulous food and be entertained with the best of Aussie bush poetry, ballads and comedy- all for a great community cause!
$2 Sausage Sizzle Licensed bar open from Midday (No BYO please) Cent Sale
The after dinner feature artist is Jack Drake. After years as a horseman, stockman, rodeo competitor and outback showman bush poet, Jack recites his bush poetry and tells his stories in verse via his bush poetry performance
Main Meal 6pm Pig on spit with Vegies (Roast Beef available)
Dinner & Show: Adults 16 yrs & over: $35
Ample parking available, Campers welcome
Juniors 6-15 yrs: $15
For further information and to book tickets call (07) 4165 8121
16 March
The PHANTOM of the OPERA
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Far beneath the majesty and splendour of the Paris Opera House, the Phantom lives his shadowy existence. Shamed by his grotesque physical appearance he lurks in the misty catacombs beneath the Opera House, exercising a reign of terror over its occupants, but the love he holds for his beautiful protégée, innocent soprano Christine is too strong even for her heart to resist. The 2014 Empire Theatres major production, The Phantom of the Opera, presented by Heritage Bank, is a timeless story of seduction, despair and obsession as The Phantom’s fixation on Christine unleashes a tale of drama, destruction and death. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy Andrew Lloyd Webber’s international award winning musical, as this unique theatrical experience, featuring the haunting score including Think of Me, Angel of Music, Music of the Night, All I Ask of You, Masquerade and The Phantom of the Opera is brought to life on the Empire Theatre stage from April 3-13.
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March 17
Community
Visit the Bunya Mountains Bunya Nuts are falling and there are an awful lot of them this year. The trees are loaded and bunya cones are littering the ground. Driving is interesting at present – dodging bunya cones. Some cones are huge, weighing up to 10kg, with the majority around 6 – 8kg. Bunya cones mostly fall at night but the crashing sound of branches being broken and the thud as the cone hits the ground echoes around the mountain even during the day. All chalets are fully self-contained and range from one bedroom up to five bedrooms. Our smallest chalet accommodates two people in cosy privacy; the largest chalet accommodates the whole family and extended family (up to 22 people). Prices are very affordable. Your chalet can be nestled within the rainforest, perched on striking escarpments overlooking the Darling Downs or South Burnett or you can enjoy stunning rainforest views close to the walking tracks. Lock your car and forget it while you are enjoying the Bunya Mountains – all accommodation is within walking distance (maximum 2km radius) to all amenities including walking tracks, coffee shops and restaurants. Try a bunya burger or bunya nut scones with a cappuccino at “Poppies on the Hill”. Stay at least two nights to fully explore the magic of Bunya Mountains.
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Bunya Mountains is a cool place with crisp clean invigorating mountain air. We are usually five to seven degrees cooler that the surrounding plains all year round. Please bring appropriate warm clothing, even in summer! Bunya Mountains Accommodation Centre
Property Spotlight
Property Spotlight 15 Stevenson Street, Chinchilla QLD 4413 Renovated Family Home with Shed Reduced to $385,000 Perfectly suited to the home owner or investor, this gorgeous timber home provides a charm and character so often lost on new homes these days. Recently refurbished, it combines the perfect blend of modern conveniences with ageless quality, but still offers the potential to add your own little extra touches. •
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907m2 allotment in quiet cul de sac location 65 Park Street Chinchilla $360,000 Modern Kitchen, Large Fully Fenced Yard and Great Presentation. This delightful property manages to combine modern quality finishes with warmth and charm at an affordable price. •
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The property is set back from the road and offers plenty of off street parking for a truck or visitors. Contact Trina at First National Chinchilla on 0422 769 194 to arrange your inspection today! First National Real Estate
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Education
2014 School Leaders Chinchilla State High School held its Leadership Induction and Badge Presentation Ceremony during a whole school assembly on Tuesday 11 February. This provided an opportunity to introduce and acknowledge the student leadership group for 2014, comprising School Captains, Vice Captains, House Captains, Committee Chairpersons and Form Captains. Proud parents and family members also attended the ceremony. In his address, Principal, Mr Scott Rowan spoke about the definition of leadership and challenged this year’s school leaders with the following words, “High-quality leadership requires responsibility and we trust that these young leaders will represent their leadership roles and the people who have elected them with pride, honour and integrity. The school community is confident that the school will be in highly capable hands and looks forward with anticipation to the opportunity that the school leaders will have during 2014 to make a positive contribution to the culture and future of the school. Congratulations to all students on their appointments. Chinchilla State High School
COMMUNITY Skills scholarship Applications now open! Origin is working together with local businesses to address skills needs and to help local people stay local by offering Community Skills Scholarships. If you are enrolled and employed as a first year apprentice, are 15 years or older and live in the Western Downs, Maranoa regional council or Banana Shire council areas, you may be eligible for an Origin Community Skills Scholarship worth up to $13,500*. Applications close 30th June 2014. For more information please visit www.originenergy.com.au or call 1800 526 369
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*Subject to taxation.
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Education
Chinchilla State High School Kokoda Challenge 2014 has started with groans and sore muscles for Chinchilla State High School’s Kokoda Challengers, as they start their preparation for a 30km trek in May. At this stage, there are approximately 20 teams of dedicated students and teachers signed up and registered for the Toowoomba challenge. They have been lucky enough to procure the generous services of Healthy U personal trainer, Amanda Bell, who has designed a rigorous training program to prepare them for the challenges that a 30km hike up and down the Toowoomba range will present. Lunchtime training sessions are being held as well as morning fitness sessions. It has been great to see the number of students regularly attending these sessions and motivating their team members through the many squats, burpees and mountain climbers required! In a month’s time the students and teachers will begin training with backpacks! “There is no glory in practice, but without practice, there is no glory”. Chinchilla State High School
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Walking In Your Shoes There’s an old saying "You can't really know a man until you walk a mile in his shoes”. Last month members of the BMO Team hit the road to get a better sense of just what it’s like to be in the shoes of farmers and business owners across our region. The stories aren’t new to us. Most of the BMO Partners have grown up on farms and even still work on them, we’ve helped in our families’ businesses, we’ve invested and we’ve borrowed. We’ve been young and carefree, we’ve studied, and we’ve travelled. We’ve had health crises. We’ve lost loved ones. We’ve had families. We get what it’s like to try and put a child through school while praying for the rains to come. And we’ve had good times too, like winning a big contract or having a good day on the golf course. BMO has worked with clients across a range of industries for more than 24 years. Importantly though, even though we’ve had similar experiences to our clients, we know that we will never assume at the outset what it’s like to be them. To do that, we have to walk alongside them and listen. It’s part of our team values at BMO
– our value of “understanding” is about respect structures, tax tips, government incentives, aged and good manners, being open and honest, and care, employing people, communication and about being aware of the signs of and effects of committed to listening. stress. It goes right back to ancient Greece. Plato once said: “Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting We know all too well the many challenges all of a hard battle”. That is why we’ve launched a new our local small businesses are facing – not just campaign called “We’re with you every step of the farmers but service industry, manufacturing, way”. It means more than just walking beside our transport and retail. We know that everyone’s clients and advising them, it’s about being “with wearing a different pair of shoes… Sometimes the them”; providing a service that’s not dictatorial – path is smooth and sometimes it’s bumpy. Some are skipping through while others are dragging but more like a partnership. their feet. But no matter where you are at in life, or During February, we were out on the road in business, we’re with you every step of the way. travelling to Taroom, Miles, Condamine, Dirranbandi, Moonie and back to Dalby visiting BMO Business Centre clients and presenting our “The Farmer Wants a Life” seminars. One thing that really struck us was that no matter how bad the conditions were out in these communities, everywhere we went we were taken aback by the positive spirit of our farming communities. In amongst the desperate need for rain, there were signs of progress and excitement. More than 150 guests came along to the sessions to talk with us about succession planning, business
We know the days can be long and a farmer’s work is never done. We’re not just accountants. We’re your business adviser and your sounding board. Whether you’re starting out on your first property, building up the farm, planning to retire, or transitioning to the next generation.
www.bmo.com.au 178 Drayton Street Dalby 07 4662 3722 Like us on Facebook
we’re with you every step of the way.
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Queensland Curtis LNG The Queensland Curtis LNG Project will be the world’s first project to turn natural gas from coal seams into liquefied natural gas, or LNG.
c el eb r a te d an o th er ke y milestone on 16 December 2013 with first gas piped from the Surat Basin gas fields to the LNG plant at Curtis Island.
The project, which has been under construction since 2010, will provide cleaner energy for export markets from 2014.
Arrival of first gas on to the island enables commissioning to begin on the first of two LNG production units, known as trains, being developed as part of the project.
This major integrated project involves: • expansion of QGC’s natural gas production in the Surat Basin of southern Queensland; • 5 4 0 k m , 1m- diam e ter pipeline network from the gas fields to Curtis Island, off Gladstone; and • an LNG plant on Curtis Island. As construction advances, QGC is commissioning key components of the project. The QCLNG pipeline team
Construction of the LNG plant and other key facilities is well under way. QCLNG projects are gathering momentum in the most s o u t h e r l y o f o ur t hr e e development areas, near Dalby, which is critical to production of first LNG. Three of the six field compression stations being constructed in this area are being commissioned. The proje c t remains on schedule for first LNG in 2014.
14,500 people on our team QGC’s latest six-monthly report to Queensland’s CoordinatorGeneral on Australian industry participation shows that QGC and its major contractors currently employ 14,500 people. This means we have hired more than 15 people every day during the past year. QGC’s investment in construction, exploration and operations since January 2010 has now topped A$19.4 billion. We invested about A$16.3 billion – or 84% – with Australian firms. About A$13.2 billion, or 68% of
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Community Fund provides another A$550,000 to local projects
the total, went to Queensland companies. QGC Managing Director Derek Fisher said more than 118,800 Australian companies had registered interest in doing business with QGC since 2010. “A snap sh o t o f curren t contrac ts shows we are investing nearly A$920 million in Gladstone and about A$915 million in the Western Downs region,” Derek said. The number of training courses for our staff and contractors totalled 36,100, with a focus on safety skills.
Gladstone Youth Orchestra musicians, from left, Rowan Ward, Merin Ward, Jett Fallon and Paris Fallon are eagerly awaiting the arrival of new percussion instruments and a purpose-built equipment trailer that will make travel to events easier in the future.
QGC has provided a further A$550,000 to 19 community projects through the latest round of its Sustainable Communities Fund. Funding granted in the sixth round includes about A$305,000 to 12 groups in the Western Downs and about A$245,000 to seven groups in Gladstone. QGC Vice President Sustainability Brett Smith said the donations supported communities across southern Queensland.
People who live in the communities in which we operate can contact us toll-free on 1800 030 443 or email community@qgc.com.au Gladstone office: 72 Goondoon Street, Gladstone Qld 4680 Ph: 07 4971 6601 Chinchilla office: 18 – 20 Bell Street, Chinchilla Qld 4413 Ph: 07 4672 6700 Wandoan office: 27 Royd Street, Wandoan Qld 4419 Ph: 07 4558 3117
“By lending a hand to hardworking community groups, in addition to longer-term projects in health, housing, employment and training, we are helping to mitigate the impact of our Queensland Curtis LNG Project,” Brett said. The QGC Sustainable Communities Fund has provided A$4.6 million to 145 short-term, one-off projects since it began in 2011. Find us online:
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Health and Beauty
Bringing sexy back! Kiss N’ Makeup Beauty Boutique is a stylish, for Chinchilla’s ladies. modern and hotly anticipated beauty salon The design of Kiss N’ Makeup Beauty Boutique opening in Chinchilla. is stylish, and modern with it’s eye catching I discovered there was a gap between salons chic black and white theme, communal nail that focused on cheap prices without the service table, to accommodate small groups (simply and luxury offerings that are a bit snooty and add champagne) to its makeup bar for special uncomfortable. I want the ladies and gents of events and VIP nights are sure to be something Chinchilla and district to go away feeling sexy special. On your way to the luxurious Treatment not have to travel away to feel stylish and sexy. room, browse some of the clothing labels which I aim to deliver great service in an atmosphere include, Lee Jeans, Mackenzie Mode, Elliatt, that feels special and five-star but at reasonable honey and beau. We haven’t forgot the men, prices. “I bring a total beauty offering together stocking Lee men’s range also. for our clients,” says owner Angela Gordon whose experience across the industry specializing and I’m a mother of 5 beautiful children, so anyone working with Napoleon products for almost 5 that chooses to have a family and a career at the same time has to accept a certain amount years. of chaos. When I’m asked how I juggle work and The service menu is designed around treatments family life. After I eventually stop laughing, as Angela herself likes, treatments she says makes all working mothers know balance is a comical you feel stylish and sexy before a big night concept. It’s all about just going a lit bit easier on out or a trip away to the city. Expect waxing, ourselves. manicures, pedicures, brow work, makeup and upstyling with brands including Napoleon, Kiss n’ Makeup Beauty Boutique’s aim is to Lycon, Gelish, Hello Darling and seasonal facials encourage, everyone who walks through it’s which is guaranteed to strike the perfect chord door has an experience that takes you away from
your own personal brand of chaos and time to give yourself a break. For more information contact Kiss N’ Makeup Beauty Boutique, Shop 5b, Village Travel Centre, Warrego Highway, Chinchilla Qld (above Coffee Club) or visit www.kissnmakeupboutique.com. au Taking Hair & Makeup Bookings for Debutant, PQ & Formal Events now. Facebook link : https://www.facebook.com/ kissnmakeupbeautyboutique Angela Gordon
Chinchilla Family Day Care Chinchilla Family Day Care is a not-for-profit service providing quality care for children from birth to 12 years of age. We are currently recruiting family day carers in the Jandowae area. where children learn through play!
Ph 4668 9521
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Health and Beauty
The Need for Sleep…. In last month’s magazine edition you may have learnt a thing or two about sugar and hopefully you have started on your journey of change. This month we are going to focus on another topic that can vastly affect your health and that is sleep. Firstly, lets test how well your are sleeping with a simple questionnaire: For more than two weeks have you… Had trouble getting to sleep? Been sleeping for fewer hours than usual? Had poor quality of sleep? Been tossing and turning at night? Been waking up regularly during the night? Been feeling sleepy most of the day? Well if you answered yes to any of these then you are not alone. About 15% of Australians are estimated to suffer regular sleep difficulties and another 20% claim to suffer occasional problems sleeping. However, having a good night sleep is important for maintaining good health. The body uses sleep to recharge from the day’s activities. In addition to this we need quality sleep which is not necessarily a long sleep. Lack of sleep or quality sleep can lead to irritability, lack of energy, poor concentration, fatigue, dizziness,
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Avoid drinking caffeinated drinks like coffee, slow reaction time, aches and pains, reduced • tea or energy drinks and at worst avoid immune function, decreased general well-being, consuming any caffeine after 4pm. hallucinations and increased risk of mental Exercise disorders such as depression and anxiety. Some • common sleep problems and disorders include insomnia, restless legs syndrome, narcolepsy, AT NIGHT sleep apnoea and excessive daytime. • Try to go to be at the same time each night. • Use low light when getting ready for bed; this Some tips to improve your sleep: signals the brain to wind down. • Try to keep all electrical items out of your IN THE MORNING bedroom. Some studies have shown that • Get out of bed as soon as you wake. Don’t electricity can interfere with brain activity go back to sleep. during sleep. • Get up at the same time each morning. • If you have trouble getting to sleep then do • Go outside into the fresh air a low energy and low stimulation activity • Do some form of physical activity, like going before going to be such as reading, sewing. for a walk Avoid mobile phones or TV they cause to much stimulation. DURING THE DAY • Also listening to relaxing music can help clear your mind. • Do not take naps. • Ensure your bedroom is quiet, comfortable • If you are worrying about some problems and dark. then make time to address them so that your mind is free of worry and thoughts at Chantahl Stedman night. Chanzar Organics • Monitor your sleep hours and awake hours by using a diary.
Health and Beauty
Ask OptomTom Your questions answered by the experts at Eyecare Eyewear
Question: Should I be using generic over the counter reading glasses? New research has revealed that over the counter reading glasses with identical magnification in each eye may put old people at risk of a fall and impact on quality of life and even life expectancy. The main reason for this is that as we get older
Behavioural Optometrists Shop 21 Dalby Shoppingworld Phone 07 4669 7072 Shop 3 Chinchilla Central Phone 07 4668 9888 Shop 4 Rosecity Shoppingworld Phone 07 4661 4144
account for these differences. Appropriate correction of both eyes is especially important as there is a greater prevalence of anisometropia we get older and less stable on our feet. (difference between the two eyes). This condition is ten times more likely in people over 75 years Got a question for OpTomTom? Please contact Eyecare Eyewear Dalby on 4669 7072 or old compared to children. Chinchilla on 4668 9888 or email: tomroger@ Generic over the counter reading glasses don’t ecew.com.au
Professional Eyecare, Innovation in Eyewear Introducing our new Topcon Maestro Optical Coherence Tomographer. Automatic 3D laser scan and retinal camera. The gold standard in eye disease diagnosis and management.
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Breast Cancer Donation The Breast & Prostate Cancer Association of Qld Inc received a donation of $20,000 from Murphy Pipe & Civil The Breast & Prostate Cancer Association of Queensland (BPCAQ) will be presented with a donation of $20,000 at the Chinchilla Medical Practice at 58 Middle Street Chinchilla at 10am Thursday 23rd January. Glenn from Murphy Pipe and Civil will present the cheque to our local committee members Joanna Embry of Chinchilla and Ann Gibbons of Miles along with Dr Saba Alessawy from the Chinchilla Medical Practice. BPCAQ will utilize this amazing donation to provide patient financial assistance grants for those undergoing Breast or Prostate Cancer treatment in the region. The Breast and Prostate Cancer Association is a volunteer managed charity that provides funding for support and services to sufferers living in rural and regional Queensland. From patient assistance grants to funding breast and prostate care nurses to research and patient information booklets our volunteers are dedicated in raising funds for initiatives that will help patients directly. Donations can be sent to: Breast & Prostate Cancer Association of Qld, PO Box 970, Spring Hill Qld 4004 Brisbane Office: PH: 3831 2263 (Tue, Wed, Thur 9:30am-2:30pm) March 31
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Auction starts at 9a.m. Listings to Tara Rural Supplies - David Gunther 46653366
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Country Markets Blackbutt Markets - 3rd Sunday of month Chinchilla Markets - 3rd Sunday of the month. Ph. 4665 7556 Dalby Markets - 3rd Saturday of every month 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 Wondai Markets - 4th Saturday of month 4168 5926 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 Dalby Showground Markets - 3rd Saturday of each month, except April. Ph: 0429 696 775 This is a FREE Section - if you would like any details added or changed, please email: chinchilla@westerndownsmagazines.com
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FOR SALE - SEAT COVERS LX Holden Captiva Seat Covers, in good condition. Call Col Smith: 0429 092 590 .....................................
Simpson automatic washing machine, VGC, 5.5kg, 12mths old. $300 ONO. Ph. 4668 5334 .....................................
FOR SALE - DUAL CAB HILUX 2008 Hilux Dual Cab. 3.0 D4D SR 98,000kms. Extras: towbar, bullbar, wired for car fridge and caravan. Extra battery and fuel filter. Roof racks and brand new ARB canopy. Excellent condition. POA. Ph: Robby 0427 582 124 ......................................
FOR SALE - FRIDGE FREEZER LG Fridge Freezer, frost free, 2 yrs old, VGC, $300 ONO. Ph: 4668 5334 .....................................
FOR SALE - ALUMINIUM BOAT Aluminium boat 3.75m Stessco tripper on redco trailer 13” wheels. 25HP motor fish finder, carped floor etc as new $5900. Ph Col Gott 4627 1498 0429949522 ...................................... URGENT SALE - UTE Reasonable Offers Considered Holden Commodore VYII 2004 Ute Excellent Condition 133400km. Twin Exhaust. 5 speed manual. Black Interior. Upgraded Stereo. Near new Tyres. Body Kit. Goes Great. Reduced to $10,000 ONO. Ph: 4668 5110 ...................................... FOR SALE - Sheep Dorpers - PB self shedders top quality 4 ewes 1 ram all young at $550 (lot) Chinchilla. Ph 0409 272 880 .................................... FOR SALE - BIRDS Bourkes - normal rosa and splits from $35 at Chinchilla Ph 0409 272 880 Finch - stars, cubans, yellow breast, cutthroat from $65 pr Charcoal and white from $8 ea at Dalby and Chinchilla Markets Ph 0409 272 880 .................................... FOR SALE - BOAT Aluminium Boat Stacer sea sprite 3.1m only used twice as new $1290 Ph Col Gott 4627 1498 / 0429 949 522 .................................... FOR SALE - RIDE ON MOWER Rover Ride on Mower, GC, 10hp motor, Auto Drive. $450 ONO Ph. 4668 5334 .................................... FOR SALE - WASHING MACHINE 36 March
FOR SALE - AIR CON Omega Altise portable aircon! Still with 24 months replacement warranty. Only used a handful of times. Purchased January last year for $530 selling for only $300. Jandowae 0408263542 ..................................... FOR SALE - TRAIL BIKE Kawasaki KZ 250F Trail Bike 2012 model. New plastics and graphics. Spare set of plastics. Goes great, excellent condition $5500 ONO. Ph: 4668 5110 ..................................... FOR SALE – NEW FURNITURE Infants change table, coffee tables, wine rack, mail box, dolls house, Ph. Jandowae 4668 5497 ..................................... FOR SALE – CAMPER TRAILER Double bed on trailer base with extra large room enclosed by canvas. Full annexe, some extras. Registered and in very good condition. $3200 negotiable Ph 4663 0720 ..................................... Aluminium Boat Stacer sea sprite 3.1m only used twice as new $1290 Ph Col Gott 4627 1498 0429949522 ..................................... FOR SALE – CEDAR WARDROBE Large 3 door wardrobe circa 1880. Hanging space each side, drawers in centre, large central mirror. Can email photos. Good condition, always in house and polished. $2000 negotiable ph 4663 0720 ...................................... FOR SALE – SUBARU OUTBACK WAGON 2009 Allwheel drive auto wagon. One owner, full service docs, always garaged, mainly highway kms 96000.
4 new tyres, many extras. CVT transmission = Great fuel economy. $19000 negotiable ph 46630720 ...................................... JANDOWAE ANGLICAN CHURCH OP SHOP
MISC First full week of every month, $1.00 clothing sale. Open Mon-Sat. ...................................... QUEENSLAND LOST PET REGISTER www.facebook.com/Queenslandlostpets Statewide support, Local knowledge. https://www.facebook.com/qlpr. wdrqld Ph: Janette: 0427 657 568 ...................................... STALL HOLDERS INVITATION The Jandowae Timbertown Festival is seeking stall holders for the upcoming 2014 Festival (6th-9th June 2014). Please visit www.jandowaetimbertown. org.au to download an application form. Festival attendance is estimated to be over 10000 people. ..................................... POSTPONED Hannaford Campdraft - which was to be held on March 15-16 at Hannaford has been postponed due to the drought. ..................................... Professional Editor and Proofreader will correct your writing before you print. For more information phone 46634744 ..................................... POSITIONS AVAILABLE Qualified Beauty Therapists & Nail Technicians Kiss N’ Makeup Beauty Boutique is searching for professional, well presented, fun ladies to join our team. Please email ange@ kissnmakeupboutique.com.au FOR SALE - HOUSE
PROPERTY 4 Bedroom House in Jandowae. Renovated bathroom, kitchen with granite bench tops, huge living areas. House sale includes all furniture
PROPERTY (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 - JANDOWAE HOUSE Approximately 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. ......................................
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CHINCHILLA (Red Hill) 680 ac. with good stands of Ironbark and Cypress. Perm water in billabongs and creek. I bdrm Donga fully equipped with shwr and toilet under cover. 7000 gal rainwater with pumps. 10m x 6m lockable shed on concrete. Good TV & mobile phone cover. 1 Kw Solar power, Solar HWS and 12v frig/freezer included. Has a lot of potential for a number of uses and is only 15 kms from town. Fiat tractor and Hino truck cheap if required. $275k with vendor finance on 10% dep and 6% interest P.A. Repayments neg. Contact Doug 0458 599 367 or email: doug.w@ harboursat.com.au for photos. ...................................... BUSINESS + HOUSE FOR URGENT SALE Meandarra Licensed Post Office, lock stock & barrel with huge 4 bedroom house + 2 Door Garage for URGENT SALE ($negotiable$). For more information please ring Chris in confidence at Ph: 4665 6130 or 0467 489 075 or meandarrapo@yahoo.com.au ...................................... FOR SALE House with Income on 5 acres. 3 Bedroom, 2 toilets, air-con in main bedroom and living area. 9’ ceilings, hardiplank exterior and shed. 2 government school bus run contracts and 2 buses. $320,000. Ph: Jerry 4663 0050. ...................................... FOR RENT Flat to rent in Jandowae. 2 bedroom, gas stove, reasonable rent. Ph 4668 5287.
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Shelly Barclay Advertising Manager As well as working as our Advertising Manager, Shelly Barclay is also an ‘Earth Angel’ for ‘Angel Flight’ along with donating her time to the ‘Pyjama Angel Foundation’. Shelly is also a very proud Mum of three girls and doting Grandmother to her three grandchildren.
Lynelle Urquhart Photographer & Writer Lynelle and family live and work on a cattle breeding and cropping farm at Moonie. She also teaches part time at a couple of local primary schools. Lynelle is state webmaster for ICPA (an educational lobby group) and is the publicity person for many local groups including the Moonie Sports Club and Moonie ICPA.
Amelia Wood Graphic Designer Amelia is an active member of the Jandowae Community and is heavily involved with many committees in the area. She thrives in her role of motherhood, living with her young son and husband.
James Barclay Photographer James Barclay is a South Burnett based professional, freelance photographer. With over 45 years’ experience, he covers all aspects of the art and regularly conducts Basic to Advance photo courses.
Julie Whelan Photographer Julie moved to the area this year with her family from the Gold Coast. She has been a photographer for 14 years, shooting over 500 weddings. She was also a water skiier at Sea World for over 15 years. Together with water skiing, photography and journalism are her passions.
Kate Haig Graphic Designer Growing up in Brisbane, Kate moved to Jandowae in 1999 and is the newest member of the Western Downs Magazine Team. She has been involved with many community groups in Jandowae, and enjoys small country town life. Kate brings with her an interest in photography.
Aja O’Leary Photographer and Writer Aja was born in the Czech Republic and met her husband in England. They now have two cheeky little girls, living and working in their family farming business growing Watermelons and breeding Angus Cattle near Chinchilla.
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The ‘Chinchilla Vine’ is distributed to every house, business and PO Box in Chinchilla and some surrounding areas with a total distribution of 2500 per month. Distribution includes the following areas: Chinchilla, Baking Board, Boonarga, Burncluith, Canaga, Chances Plain, Durah, Hopeland, Montrose, Wieambilla, Auburn, Pelican, Cameby, Red Hill. What’s Free? Local news, event wrap ups, community group news e.g. Lions Club, sporting club reports and much more! Email your reports and photos to chinchilla@ westerndownsmagazines.com For more details, phone 07 4668 5953. Advertising: Shelly Barclay, Advertising Manager: advertising@westerndownsmagazines.com Mob: 0417 829 080 If you would like Shelly to visit your office to discuss advertising options, just give her a call! www.westerndownsmagazines.com Western Downs Magazines post 16000 magazines around the Western Downs every month!
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Community Contacts COMMUNITY Cameby Hall & Recreation Association
Chinchilla Landcare Group Darryl & Midge Bishop OR Robyn McCabe
4665 8195
4679 4470
Chinchilla Lions Club Chinchilla Patches & Piece Makers
0429 661 935
Chinchilla Apex Club
Ross Cardillo
0419 653 598
Chinchilla Arts Council
Graham Oates
4668 9047
Chinchilla Family Support Centre
Doreen Goldsmid
4662 7879
Chinchilla A & P Association
Chinchilla Library Chinchilla Melon Festival
Debbie Smith
4662 7194
Chinchilla HACC & Community Transport Services
0418 710 267
Chinchilla Medical Practice
4662 7188
Chinchilla Rotary Club
Ian Sperling
4665 4031
Chinchilla State High School
Scott Rowan
4772 9333
Chinchilla State School
Majella Frith
4672 9222
Chinchilla Toastmasters Club
Julie Grimes
4168 0253
Chinchilla Visitor Information Centre
Fern Reynolds
4679 4491 0428 787 579
Chinchilla White Gums Gallery
Glenys Gaske
4668 9908
Lifeline Darling Downs & South West Queensland Financial Counselling Services
Julie Lane
1300 991 443
Meals on Wheels Chinchilla
Wendy Boshammer
National Seniors Chinchilla
0417 434 628 4662 8451
4665 8153 Chinchilla & District Disability Support Group
Terry Elliott
Chinchilla Learning Centre Lindsay Marsden
4668 9982 46679 4471
Glenys Gaske
4662 7144
Chinchilla Photography Club
Ashley Hodson
0427 746 034
Chinchilla Scouts
Iven Hewett
4662 7848
Chinchilla Scrappers
Judy Marion
0408 754 579
Chinchilla Senior Citizens Club Inc.
Nicole Mills
4679 4435
Chinchilla SES
Peter Taylor
0427 678 278
Chinchilla Silver Smithing Club
Melody Dudley
0429 143 268
Chinchilla Stamping Friends Club
Wendy Purnell
4662 8289
Potters and Painters
Val Simms
4662 7398
QCWA Chinchilla branch
Val Bender
4665 4195
SPORTING CLUBS Chinchilla Fishing and Restocking Des Obst Club
4662 7430
Chinchilla Aquatic & Fitness Centre
Jerome
4662 7516
Chinchilla Aussie Rules Football Club
Jay Paget
0404 399 951
Chinchilla Bowls Club
Allan Mason
4662 7319
Chinchilla Campdraft
Ursula Keating
4668 9356
Chinchilla & District Cricket Association (Seniors & Juniors)
Graham Hartwig
4662 7719
0428 140 478
Chinchilla Clay Target Club
Ivan Mapp
4669 1439
Doug Brodie
4669 1496
Chinchilla Family Sports Centre
SQIT Chinchilla Campus
Lynne Mason
4672 6400
Chinchilla Golf Club
Red Cross Chinchilla
Naureen Gearon
4665 4171
Chinchilla Gymnastics Club Inc.
Anne West
4669 1304
Spiritus Social Services
Jennie Downham
0447 735 975
Pastor Brian
4662 8322
Mick Ashurst (Juniors)
0407 744 630
Western Downs Outreach Centre
Chinchilla Junior Rugby League Football Club Chinchilla Motor Cross Club
Shannon Tunks
0427 749 029
ASSOCIATIONS / HOBBY CLUBS Chinchilla Auto & Motor Group
Rhonda Bruggemann
Chinchilla Cinema
0412 786 928
Wendy Hunt
4662 7800
Wendy Lord
4668 9302
4662 7633
Chinchilla Performance Horse Club
Greg Lithgow
0429 689 731
Chinchilla Polocrosse Club
Catrina Wolski
0419 741 579
4662 8114
Chinchilla Community, Commerce & Industry
Brooke Bird
4668 9172
Chinchilla Local & Family History Group
Glenys Gaske
4662 7144 4669 1090 0428 310 069
Chinchilla Garden Club
Fiona Wright
4665 5146 0428 761 067
Chinchilla Horticulture Society
Greg Olm
4662 7438
Chinchilla Indoor Netball Association
Shirley Allen
Mary Nichols
Darryl Slatter
Barakula Horse & Pony Club
Chinchilla Communicators Powertalk ITC
Chinchilla Floral Art Group
4668 9212
4665 2190
Chinchilla Pony Club
Kathy Molyneux
0428 106 420
Chinchilla Rugby Union Football
Scott Gale
0412 623 345
Chinchilla Rugby League Football
Kel Gaske
4662 8335
Chinchilla Sporting Shooters Ass.
Frank Truscott
4668 9054
Chinchilla Squash Club
David Larkin
0459 844 588
Chinchilla Race Club
0427 273 333
Chinchilla Tennis Association
Brad Hubbard
4668 9920
Chinchilla Touch Association
Nicole Ashurst
0429 689 486
Football Chinchilla / Soccer Club
Rob Reis
0429 605 601 4662 8481
Chinchilla Directory 2014 Accommodation - Bunya Mountains Accomodation Centre - Bunya Ave, Bunya Mountains. 4668 3126. info@bunyamountains.com Accommodation - Chinchilla Palms Motor Inn & The Palms Restaurant - 64 - 70 Warrego Hwy - 4672 9888 Accountants -Activate Accounting. Myall Precinct, 66 Drayton St, Dalby - 4531 8090 Accounting and Taxation - BMO Dalby - Business Growth, Wealth Creation, Loans and Leasing, Accounting and Tax - 4662 3722 Air Conditioning - Chillin Air Conditioning and Insulation FREE CALL: 1300 106 183 Air Conditioning – Service, supply and install air conditioners E: murray@043split.com.au - 0437 754 844 Beauty - Cosmetic Elegance Clinic - Suite 102, Level 1, Medici Medical Centre, 15 Scott St, Toowoomba - 4638 2700 Bookstore - Collins Booksellers - Dalby Shoppingworld - 4669 7768 Building Design - Martin Building Design - 42 North St, Dalby - 4662 1403 www.martindesign.com.au Cladding – AR Treasure – Vinyl wall cladding and awnings. 4662 7614 OR 0427 922 573. BSA 13610 Concreting - Kwik Kerb Miles - 49 Daisy Street, Miles. - 4627 1539. www.kwikkerb.net.au/miles Containers - Gosden¹s Machinery - Shipping Containers and used farm machinery - 24999 Warrego Hway, Chinchilla 4665 2289 or 0427 584 397 Containers - Dalby Containers - Sales and Hire Shipping Containers - 4663 5544 Mob: 0429 063 151 Convert records, tapes, videos, home movies, slides etc. to CD or DVD- George Sturgess 0428 157 566 Council - Western Downs Regional Council - www.wdrc.qld.gov.au Ph: 1300 COUNCIL (1300 268 624) Fax: 1300 FAXWDRC (1300 329 937) Doctor - Chinchilla Medical Practice - Ph: 07 4662 7188 Earthworks - Pentacon Civil Infrastructure and Bulk Earthworks. 33 Heeney St, Chinchilla. www.pentacon.com.au Electrician - Michael Wood Electrical - Experienced - Reliable - Local - 0447 685 056 Fashion (Mens and Ladies) - Mensland Chinchilla - 93 Heeney St, Chinchilla - 4662 7421 Gallery - White Gums Art Gallery - 80-86 Heeney St, Chinchilla - 4668 9908 Graphic Design - Western Downs Print - Design - Photography - 4668 5953 Hair and Beauty - Katrina’s Hair Style Beauty - Dalby Shoppingworld - 4662 5336 Hire - CMS Hire - Sales - Service - Construction Machinery Solutions - Brisbane - Miles - Wandoan - 4627 2660 - www.machinerysolutions.com.au Landscape Supplies - Dalby Landscapes - Plants, Pavers, Pots, Ornaments, Ponds. Hospital Rd, Dalby - 4662 3910 Mobile Diesel Mechanic - Attitude Contracting - truck and trailer repairs - 0429 622 747 Optometrist - Eyecare Eyewear Dallby and Chinchilla - 46697072 Optometrist - John Davies Optometrists - We're serious about your eyes. 46a Archibald St, Dalby - 4662 3725 Party Supplies - Time2Party - 16 Eileen St, Dalby - 4669 8998 Pest Control - Amalgamated Pest Control - 4662 7082 E: chinchilla@amalpest.com.au Photography - Western Downs Print - Design - Photography www.wdpdp.com - 4668 5953 Photos - Chinchilla 1 Hour Photos - 69 Heeney St, Chinchilla - 4668 9221 Piercing and Jewellery - Ink Addict - 5133 Chinchilla-Tara Road - 0428 750 011 Property Maintenance – All Areas. Handyman service, complete bond cleans, yard maintenance, rubbish removal, gutter cleans, car body removal. Phone Andy on 0407 678 700 Real Estate - First National Chinchilla. Contact Trina Martin on 0422 769 194 Timber - Blinco Bros Timbers - Dalby and Chinchilla - Dalby Ph: 4669 6766 - Chinchilla - 4668 9989 Towing – CMS Towing - 146 Mary St Miles - 0417 671 088 or 4627 2660 Upholstery- M.J Dudley Upholstery - 697 Auburn Road Chinchilla - 0429 143 268 Video & DVD Rentals - Network Video Chinchilla - Cnr Wambo and Duruh Streets, Chinchilla - 4662 8438 Website Creation - Kabosh Creative - www.kaboshcreative.com.au Ph: 4665 5207 Mob: 0418 528 432
Have your business listed here for only $7 per month! Email: chinchilla@westerndownsmagazines.com Ph: 4668 5953 www.westerndownsmagazines.com
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