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the bottle tree BULLETINMARANOA REGION COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER April 2018 | Issue 91

Queen’s Baton Relay in the Maranoa

Marie Bright and Margaret Neil enjoyed the WAG’S Expo.

Joint Emergency Services Facility OpeningSurat’s In Focus Exhibition

In this month’s edition…

Help find the Flying Doctor’s heroes in hiding The RFDS Local Hero Awards have launched across Queensland, calling out to those community members who have rolled their sleeves up, put their hands out, or stowed away their fears in an emergency to help the Flying Doctor carry out its lifesaving work. Now in its third year, the RFDS Local Hero Awards give the RFDS (Queensland Section) an opportunity to acknowledge and thank those incredible good Samaritans, volunteers and fundraisers who go out of their way to ensure the Flying Doctor will be around for another 90 years. RFDS (Queensland Section) CEO, Nino Di Marco, said he had been overwhelmed with the support the event had received in previous years, and was eager to see what other incredible stories of support and courage would emerge in 2018. “Last year an incredible Bush Nurse, Lesley De Landelles, from the central Queensland town of Jericho took out the award,” Mr Di Marco said. “Lesley’s commitment to her community and to the work of the Flying Doctor was truly inspirational, as were all of our nominees from across the state, and every year we see more and more of these incredible people being nominated by their family, friends and peers.” One of the Local Hero Awards finalists will be named the RFDS Queensland Hero for 2018 at the RFDS Wings for Life Gala being held at the Royal International Convention Centre in Brisbane on July 28, where they will be presented with $5,000 to go towards improving health outcomes in their local community. Nominees can include individuals, families and community groups and self-nomination will be considered. Regional award recipients will be announced at a morning tea at their local RFDS Base on May 15, 2018. Award nominations are open until April 6 and can be made online at www.rfdslocalhero.com.au.

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The highly anticipated Queen’s Baton Relay passed through Roma on March 7 to much fanfare and applause from the enthusiastic crowds lining the streets. The Baton Bearers proudly travelled through the streets of Roma as family, friends, community members and a strong security unit looked on. The momentous occasion was marked with a well attended ‘end of day’ celebration at the Roma PCYC enjoyed by all.

Calling all keen Rock Hounds! Are you one of those people that pick up a rock here and there because something in the stone takes your fancy or you wonder what’s inside? The Roma Lapidary Club meets on the second Saturday of the month at the Club Rooms in McDowall Street behind the Roma Historical Society building. Even if the normal meeting day isn’t suitable, you can arrange to visit the club rooms and learn about Lapidary by contacting a member on 0429891593. Members are keen to share their skills with interested people who want to learn about what lapidary entails. A few members travelled away recently to find new specimens to experiment on and to learn new skills from

other lapidarians. It is so exciting to cut a drab looking stone and achieve a beautiful piece of jewellery, you never know what you’ll find in a stone! Members are also planning a field (fossicking) trip in the near future (when the

heat dies down).

The South West Hospital and Health Service has had a busy beginning to 2018 welcoming new nursing graduates and more recently a new pharmacist, Ms Stephanie Newsham. She tried her hand at studying journalism, learning to fly a plane and waitressing but once Ms Newsham gave pharmacy a go

she fell in love with the profession. Now, eleven years after joining the pharmacy industry, Ms Newsham has been appointed as a Clinical Pharmacist at the Roma Hospital and warmly welcomed to the community. “When the position came up at the Roma Hospital I jumped at the opportunity and am now enjoying getting to know the area,” she said. On March 15, National Close the Gap Day, the SWHHS renewed its commitment to closing the healthcare gap. “The South West HHS currently has its draft 2018-2022 Strategic Plan out for public consultation and one of the plan’s three core priorities is closing the gap on health inequality, a vision we share with the Department of Health,” said Health Service Board Chair Jim McGowan. South West HHS has been proactive in working toward this goal, appointing several Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Liaison Officers in recent years who provide advocacy and support for patients. The Liaison Officers are located in St George, Charleville and Roma and deliver outreach services to the surrounding towns. Contact your local hospital for information about accessing this service.

The Muckadilla Rising Dawn Service will be held at 6am on ANZAC Day at the Muckadilla War Memorial on the Warrego Highway. The theme will be the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Villers- Bretonneux in France. Australian, New Zealand and French Service Men will be in attendance. Guest Speaker will be Roxanne Wichlaz. Breakfast will be served in the newly renovated Muckadilla Community Hall following the service.Contact David Bowden on 0429664275 for more details.

Papal Blessing All Saints Catholic Parish had a double celebration with Parishioners watching Father Jamie Collins present a Papal Blessing acknowledging 50 Years of marriage to Dennis and Joan Hickey. This was combined with a Special Morning Tea to farewell the couple as they retire from Roma to Toowoomba. They have been very active in Parish and community life. Joan is a lifetime resident and Dennis came to Roma in 1964 as a builder. Over the years Dennis established himself as

builder who worked to the highest standards and Joan was a well-known identity in the Stock and Station Agency world and recognised for her work at Roma Hospital. Ash Wednesday An Ecumenical Service was held at All Saints Catholic Church I=in Roma for Ash Wednesday. Representatives of the Uniting, Lutheran, Anglican and Catholic Church combined to give Readings and partake of the ashes. The All Saints Liturgy Group lead by Sister Nora prepared a display of burnt logs, ashes and sack cloth to illustrate the beginning of Lent.

April IN Roma | Muckadilla area

17 U3A AGM, 10am @ Justin Kink Centre 28 Silversmiths Roma Group AGM 12pm @ Studio 2, Community Arts Centre +EVERY Tuesday 9am & 7pm Roma Patchwork & Crafters Inc meet @ Studio 6 +EVERY Tuesday Roma Card Group @ CWA Rooms, 1:30-4:30pm +EVERY Wednesday in April the Muckadilla Whistle Stop is open! +EVERY 1st, 3rd & 5th Thursday Roma Toastmasters meet 7pm @ RSL +EVERY Saturday morning @ Library from 9am-11am J.P signing centre is open.

Roma | Muckadilla areaQueen’s Baton in Roma

Roma Lapidary Club

roma bridge club

Invites you to learnthe wonderful game of Bridge

6 Lessons for only $30

Roma Golf ClubEvery Saturday from the 7th of April to the 12th of May

For more informationContact

Fay Donoghue - 07 46 265 425 | 0428 265 425Marjory Harms - 0427 626 426

Bridge Lessons with Fay Donoghue

Using the renowned Joan Butts Book

You can order a copy online at joanbutts.com.au

“Bridge for Absolute Beginners”

The Baton Bearers who carried the Queen’s Baton through Roma (Photo: My Maranoa).

Above: The results of cutting, shaping and polishing stones to make beautiful jewellery.

News from the SWHHS

Muckadilla ANZAC Service

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Roma’s new Pharmacist Stephanie Newsham.

All Saints Church

Receiving the ashes on Ash Wednesday

Baton Bearer Rob Manns is mobbed by kids.

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The Official Opening of the new Roma Community Men’s Shed was conducted by the former Member for Maranoa Bruce Scott on March 6. Mr Scott cut the ribbon on the new building in front of around 130 guests representing many community groups from Roma, Mitchell, Injune Surat and Toowoomba. The Roma Family and District History Society assisted with morning tea and the Roma Historical Motor Club presented a nine-vehicle strong display. Special guests included Kevin Chambers (One Engineering), Russell Grulke (Fair Dinkum Sheds), Mayor Tyson Golder, Bruce Scott and Men’s Shed President Mike Stuhmcke. The new shed was made possible thanks to funding from the Federal, State and Local Government as well as a significant contribution from Life Member Geoff Fernside and the Roma Community Men’s Shed. Several other Roma businesses were also recognised at the opening for their assistance since the beginning of the Men’s Shed in 2010.

Congratulations to Roma’s current state bowls representative, Robert Hammond, who has been selected to play for Queensland again at the Australian National Titles in Darwin. This

selection follows his great work as a Second in a recent Test against New South Wales. In early March the Roma Ladies Bowl Club hosted a highly successful Mixed Fours Carnival with 28 teams battling it out across the weekend. Nominations came from locals and as far afield as Lightning Ridge and Cunnamulla. The winners were Greg Benfer, Alby Gibbs, Marie Gibbs and Graham Kath. Runners up were Billy Taylor Jnr, Bill Taylor Snr, Kingsley Obst and Kathy Obst.

Rifles at the ready folks! The Western District Rifle Association is holding their Muckadilla Shoot on May 5, 6 and 7 at the Eric Burey Memorial Rifle Range. The program begins with a Social Night on the Friday including tea and drinks at the bar. Competition kicks off at 9am on Saturday with the 400yd barrel warmer followed by a walk up start 500yds then a second 500yds (10 shot matches). Sunday’s action begins at 8am with the 600, 700 and 800yds 10 shots being contested. Monday will see the final events of the weekend, the 900yds 10 shots then 900yds 11 shots, being shot from 8am. Raffles and games will be happening across the weekend and of course party time in the evenings! Nominations are $90 for all grades and great prizes are on offer! Meals and wet canteen will be available all weekend, plus there is ample camping room at the range. For a copy of the full program, more information or to register contact club Secretary Fred Hewitt (0428 464 412), Treasurer Marlene Rennick (0427 231 815) or President Bim Langton (0429 729 463).

The University of the Third Age (U3A) are holding their Annual General Meeting at 10am on Tuesday April 17, 2018 at the Justin Kink Centre, Feather Street Roma. U3A will also be having an Open Day with finger food following the AGM at 11 am. Everyone is welcome to attend and find out more about the local U3A and

great courses and fun activities that are available to members. For enquiries please contact Sandra Law on 0427 027 379.

Roma Family and District History Society President Maree Worland presented a Certificate of Appreciation to the Roma Community Men’s Shed President Mike Stuhmcke (pictured below) for their assistance during the 150 Year of Local Government Celebrations. Maree acknowledged the important help provided by other Community Organisations who assisted the History Group in being awarded Event of the Year on Australia Day.

Men’s Shed Opening

April 2018

Roma Bowls Briefing

ROMA BRANCH is holding

PRE MOTHER'S DAY MORNING

SATURDAY, 5th May 2018 Starting 9am at

THE RED CROSS SHOP 78 Wyndham Street, Roma (opposite Commonwealth Hotel)

COME ALONG & ENJOY THE FUN

* SING-A-LONG with "HARMONY"

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LAUGH ALONG WITH THE GAMES

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RELAX WITH TEA/COFFEE & TASTY FOOD

* MOTHER'S DAY RAFFLE DRAWN

COST: $5 (includes morning tea)

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Russell Grulke presenting a donation to the Roma Community Men’s Shed and Michael Reddan as the Master of Ceremonies at the Opening.

Russell Grulke presenting a donation to the Roma Community Men’s Shed.

(L-R) Mixed 4’s Runners-Up Bill Taylor Snr, Billy Taylor Jnr, Kathy Obst and Kingsley Obst.

Award Acknowledgement

Muckadilla Rifle Shoot

U3A AGM

Rodney Landers conducting the Welcome to Country at the new Roma Men’s Shed.

The Roma Historical Motor Club recently enjoyed a road trip to the Sutton Family Egg Farm at Muckadilla.

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What a day to remember! After the much-needed rain lightened hearts, the day kicked off with festivities in the lovely green park at the Council’s Customer Service Centre on Ann Street. The welcoming speeches and school performances were just the beginning! Mitchell Bakery’s famous lamingtons were aplenty and the tasty billy tea and damper from “Bonus Downs” hit the spot for the eager crowd. While waiting for the Baton to arrive there was plenty to absorb as the Indigenous dancers put on an excellent performance and the blade shearing demonstration by Errol Brumpton,’Well Gully Poll Merinos,’ showed off the outback spirit and way of life. Eleven o’clock arrived, and the crowd began lining the streets. The rain stayed away as our local heroes proudly started their journey. The first official Mitchell Baton Bearer was Georgia Phillips, dressed in the official QBR uniform, proudly carrying the baton out the gates of the

Mitchell State School. The crowd cheered and applauded as the baton made its journey around Mitchell passing through eleven more proud and excited bearers hand’s before heading off to Morven.

The three shabby little buildings across the road from the BAG cottage in Ann Street are being given a facelift and will have a whole new life. The local, ‘Friends of the Gallery’, operating under Booringa Action Group, have taken the cottages over with the intention of transforming them from an eyesore into an attractive place for local Maranoa art and craft

people to exhibit and hold workshops, sell their work and socialise. The little cottages were initially built in the 1960s under a government Old Age Pensions Scheme and were located where the hospital now stands. There were initially four of them but one burnt down some time ago. A complication which can’t have been all that convenient … initially, there was only one bathroom between all four! Not good! However, when they were moved to the present site, a little bathroom was built onto each. Much of the restoration work will be carried out by Kel Woodall, and his crew from RESQ. Plants for the planned gardens are already

being grown and cherished. Watch this space! Coaches have been appointed for 2018 and training is off to a good start. This year is set to be a big one. up the Maggies! Mitchell Magpies Celebrating 100 Years A football reunion will be held to mark this milestone on the long weekend of September 29, 30 and October 1, 2018. More info will be available closer to the date. 2018 Sponsors A massive thanks to all Sponsors for supporting the club, especially the long-running sponsors. A big welcome also to new sponsor Ben Ridge, an ex-Magpie Junior who went onto play NRL, thanks Ridgey Didge! Also welcome back to Mitchell Auto Care & BP who are back on board. Jersey Sponsors - A Grade: Hornick’s Sawmill, Mitchell Old Boys; Reserve Grade - AJW Electrical & Solar, Cavanough Group; Under 18's,Mitchell Bakery Mitchell Auto Care; Under 16's - SEA Catering. Player Kits - Major - Foodwork's, Ridgey Didge Fitness; Minor - Lawson's Butchery, Mitchell News & Casket, Caltex & BP. Adrian Vowles Cup On February 23 and 24 the U14s and U16s travelled to Charleville for the Adrian Vowles Cup. The U14’s combined with Charleville and Cunnamulla. Teams played 5-6 20min games across the weekend and 20 teams participated in the carnival coming from as farms a Mackay and Mt Isa. The Maggies played brilliantly and came third in their age groups.

Rep Selections Congratulations to the following boys on being selected for Roma & District:U10’s- Max Page, Jake Cox and Charlie Bowen U11’s Tailen Alford, Alex Cox, Matt Ahern and Mitch Wilkes U12’s – Connor Kingsley U13’s – Danny Cox U14’s – Maison Dobbin and Lachlan West. The first carnival for U10-12s will be played in Brisbane and Toowoomba on April 16-18. Maggies Netball Carnival The Maranoa Netball Association is hosting a carnival in Roma on April 21. All Mitchell girls age 10-15 can play. Regular season training will begin after school holidays. Thanks to local sponsors Ben & Kylie Hindle, Russell Family, Team Fruit and Veg, Fairview Black Simmentals for coming on board to make our 100yrs a memorable one! Kirstin Albeck Memorial 9’s Day The Mitchell Magpies went close to securing back-to-back wins in the 9’s competition but fell short going down to the Dalby Diehards in the Grand Final. Mitchell drew the game in the dying moments thanks to a brilliant Michael Purcell try which pushed the game into extra time. In the last few seconds of extra time, Dalby snuck over the line winning 20-16. The boys should still be very proud of their effort. Now its time to get out on the training paddock and back up their early success in the regular season.

E-Cycle Solutions have returned to Mitchell and are again offering free E-Waste collection. Defunct equipment like TV’s, computers and their accessories (printers, cords etc.) can be left in the bin located at the back of AJW Electrical & Solar (please don’t rubbish or cardboard). When full, the bin is collected, replaced, the contents sorted and sent to a workshop for disabled people in Melbourne where it is broken down for recycling.

Wondering what to do with other old technology? The Mitchell Post Office will take ‘deceased’ telephones whilst printer ink cartridges can be left at Mitchell News & Casket for recycling.

Mitchell | Amby | Mungallala

April

Mon 2 J Irwin & J Tattam

Wed 4 B Sokoll & A Phillips

Frid 6 D McCarrol & C Benson

Mon 9 B Treasure & C Mackay

Wed 11 A Mansfield & L Phillips

Frid 13 D Hunt & S Burns

Mon 16 D Mailman &

Wed 18 A Mansfield &

Frid 20 St Patrick's School

Mon 23 K Rush & D Pownall

Wed 25 L Phillips & L Sullivan

Frid 27 K Irwin & E Halpin

Mon 30 L Martin & M Harris

Queen’s Baton Relay

Mitchell Meals on Wheels

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Mitchell Magpies Wrap

Mitchell Magpies U11 Rep Players.

Three Little Cottages

The little cottages ready to be transformed.

Recycle your E-Waste

The Mitchell Magpies 9’s Team all smiles at the end of the hard-fought final they narrowly lost to the Dalby Diehards.

Mitchell’s proud Baton Bearers with Mayor Tyson Golder.

Ashley Tate with the Baton

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Springhill Country Craft Retreat ‘Quilts and Crafts in the Woolshed’ will be held on April 21 at the Retreat. This day will raise funds for local charities, RFDS and the QCWA State Disaster Fund. Anyone wishing to hold a stall or have a craft display is welcome. There is no charge for a stall, however a donation to one of the charities involved is appreciated. This is a fun day for all, so go and enjoy the Autumn weather with a drive into the Country with family and friends. If you require any details or information, please contact Gay on 46231601.

The Amby QCWA has a busy few months ahead with catering, functions and meetings happening. Branch Members will be catering lunch at the Springhill Country Craft Retreat’s ‘Quilts and Craft in the Woolshed Day’ on April 21, 2018. Proceeds go to the QCWA State Disaster fund to help Queenslanders in times of drought, flood, fire and other emergencies. The QCWA ensures 100% of donated funds go directly to recipients.

Branch members have also agreed to cater the Amby Progress Association’s ANZAC Day Service again this year and look forward to seeing you there! In May the ladies will be doing Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea with a great ‘Bring and Buy’ stall with lots of plants. Competitions and plenty of fun are on offer while raising money for cancer. New members and visitors are always welcome to monthly meetings which are now held on the second Thursday of the month at

the Amby Hall with a 9:30am cuppa. Members regularly craft in conjunction with these meetings so why not come along for some fun and friendship! For enquiries phone Gay on 46231602.

Horizon Housing’s Information Sessions, held at the Mitchell Office of Maranoa Regional Council, give tenants an opportunity to attend and discuss matters face-to-face with staff. Information can be provided about housing options and Horizon’s processes and procedures. Department of Housing applications can also be supplied and assistance provided. To schedule appointments please call 1300 122 027 or email roma@horizonhousing.com.au or pop in to say hello. Horizon Housing Company is looking forward to speaking with you.

On Friday March 9 Mitchell’s QCWA Branch held their annual International Day Morning Tea at the CWA Hall. This year’s country of study was Germany and the morning tea was accompanied by a display of students works and the Photographic competition. Well done Marlene Harrison on your successful photo entries which will now be sent for Divisional

Level judging. Congrat-ulations to the following local school students whose winning entries on German culture and industries will be sent to the Division competition and good

luck! The students were: Hugh Smith (Prep), Avie Mackay (Yr 1), Storm Gould (Yr 3), Nicholas Mitchell (Yr 4), and Ryan Kinsley (Yr5). The QCWA’s Trish Kenafake said they were pleased with the student response to the

annual competition. “The competition encourages students to learn more about other countries in the world, some a long way from Australia

and with a very different culture and lifestyle to our own,” said Mrs Kenafake. In other Mitchell QCWA news, local over 65’s can access a government funded two day ‘Foot Wellness Program’ delivered by Bec and Emily from Integrated Living over coming months. The workshops will teach participants how to care for their feet and maintain their independence at home for longer.

In April All Saints Anglican Mitchell will be hosting the following services: • Easter Sunday 1/4/18 8:30am: Eucharist • Sunday 8/4/18, 8:30am: Morning Prayer • Sunday 15/4/18, 8:30am: Eucharist • Sunday 22/4/18, 8:30am: Eucharist • Sunday 29/4/18, 8:30am: Ecumenical

Service, venue TBA. All welcome! Contact Priest in Charge, the Rev’d Steffan van Munster on 0428 231 126 or mwad11@bigpond.com.

Renowned Mitchell artist Joan Hurtado will be debuting a new exhibition entitled ‘Wabi Sabi’ throughout March and April at the Mitchell on Maranoa Gallery. ‘Wabi Sabi’ means something that rarely announces its presence, but waits quietly to be discovered. The Japanese ethic began in the 16th century and it celebrates the whims of nature with works being prized for their expression of spontaneity. Today, Western artists like Joan, borrow from Japanese culture to apply Wabi Sabi across all forms of art. The exhibition celebrates the whims of nature, patterns and marks on walls or doors which show the passage of time, things impermanent, imperfect and incomplete.

April IN Mitchell | Amby | Mungallala area

21 Quilt & Crafts in the Woolshed @ Springhill, Amby 25 ANZAC DAY - Check My Maranoa for local service information. 25 ANZAC Day Golf @ Mungallala +EVERY Monday 5-6pm FREE fun fitness at Mungallala Hall, all welcome! +EVERY Thursday Mens Shed meets @ Old SES Shed 5:30pm, Wednesdays 8:30-12pm. +EVERY Sunday services @ All Saints Anglican ChurchAmby QCWA Report

Woolshed Quilts & Crafts

Horizon Housing in Mitchell

QCWA’s International Day

April 2018

All Saints Services

Mitchell on Maranoa Gallery

ANZAC DAY GOLF IN

MUNGALLALA WEDNESDAY APRIL 25 3 Ball Ambrose -

names in by 11am for 11:15am tee off

Great prizes! BBQ Lunch & Licensed Bar

All proceeds in aid of Mungallala Rural Fire Brigade

EVERYONE WELCOME Returned soldiers play at no charge!

Presents:

WABI SABI an exhibition of

things impermanent, imperfect and incomplete.

By Joan Hurtado On Show March to 27th

April 2019

Citizen of the Year Shirley Hart leading a craft workshop for Amby QCWA.

Bec & Emily (Integrated Living)spoke to QCWA members about foot care.

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February saw much needed rain fall throughout the Injune area, cutting roads and causing flooding. A total of 160mm was recorded on February 21 after temperatures in the forties the week before. Official records show that Injune received 291mm from January to the end of February, up a whopping 233mm on the same time in 2017.

Although the road to Roma was cut for several days Sergeant Dion Horn from Injune Police praised everyone for their patience. “People in town, and visitors, were terrific,” he said. “The bitumen was torn off in three or four spots but everyone was good about it. Just remember when it’s flooded forget it!”

Bymount’s Creative Circle Tutor Sue Pukallus will hold two workshops in coming months. The first on April 7 will create hearts from barb-wire while the second on May 19 will create mosaic birds from old china. Bookings are essential. Phone Sue on 4626 3838 for more information. Injune Arts Inc recently held their AGM and welcome Debbie Kendall as President, replacing Jenny Shaw who held the position for a number of years and was pivotal in making the Injune Creek Gallery a reality. The current exhibition in the gallery is The Shiny Happiness by Anna Bartlett, which will be on show until May 2. Two days later, on May 4, will be the opening of the annual Santos Injune Art Show at 6pm and all local

artists and photographers are encouraged to enter with the theme Our Country – Our Life. Thanks to sponsorship from SANTOS there will be entertainment and finger foods at the opening, and refreshments available for purchase. In keeping with the theme everyone is invited to attend the opening dressed in country attire. Artists and photographers are encouraged to submit up to three pieces of original artwork, which can be listed for sale with a 20% commission to the Injune Arts Inc. The art show is open to all residents of the Maranoa Region and the Arcadia Valley and an entry fee of $5 per artist applies. All artwork must not have been exhibited in any show within the Maranoa Region and entries are to be left at the Injune Library by Monday April 30. If you require any further details please contact either Debbie Kendall on 4626 1185 or Secretary Sue Pukallus on 4623 3838, or ring the Injune Library on 4626 0502.

All sorts of activities have been happening in Injune recently. Joy Denton carried the baton for Injune in the Queen’s Baton Relay in Mitchell on March 8 in the lead-up to the Commonwealth Games. The Injune Youth Group learnt about first aid for snake bites and calling 000. Aaron Lippert braved the women of Injune to conduct self-defence classes and Renee Poole brought the energy back down again at twice-weekly yoga classes. Thanks to the Maranoa Shire Council for supporting our community.

Dawn services will be conducted at both Injune and Gunnewin this year as 2018 marks the centenary of the end of the Great War. The

service at Gunnewin is to recognise the WW1 memorial established there by the Mount Hutton Lands Settlement Project Group and will commence at 6.00am. The Injune Dawn Service will also commence at 6.00am followed by the march at 10.00am. A service will be held in the Injune Hall from 10.30am.

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Exhibition Opening

Friday, 4 May 2018 at 6pm

On display until Monday, 2 July 2018

“Our Country - Our Life”

SANTOS INJUNE ART SHOW

Come dressed in your best Western Attire

Nibbles provided | Refreshments available for purchase

Entertainment by Chris Pritchard

For more information please call 1300 007 662 or visit

www.maranoa.qld.gov.au

April IN Injune area

7 Barb-wire Heart Workshop phone Sue 4626 3838 20-22 Injune Golden Bit Campdraft 25 ANZAC Day Services @ Injune & Gunnewin +EVERY Friday Fitness 7-8am and 8:15-9:15am. +EVERY 2nd & 4th Sundays Injune Churches Together @ 5pm

Injune It’s wet!

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Injune Arts

The Injune-Taroom road was closed due to flooding (Mandy McKeesick).

Injune Creek in flood (Mandy McKeesick).

Join Sue Pukallus & create a barb-wire heart on April 7.

Out and About

Joy Denton running through Mitchell in the Queen’s Baton Relay (My Maranoa).

ANZAC Day

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The Bymount Community held Red Day on February 17 to honour a valued community member and friend, Jeff (Red) Dean, who was tragically taken from us in a helicopter mustering accident in May 2015. This event was attended by approximately 220 people from all over the Maranoa who raised over $25,000, which will be donated to Lifeflight and the QAS committees of Injune, Surat, Mitchell and Roma. The support and contributions the Bymount Community receives for this day is truly amazing. A true testament to Jeff and how sadly missed he is, by us all.

There was plenty of fun on the day with dingo trap throwing, desert skiing, tug-of-war, woolpack relays, yabby and toad races. Toads fetched up to $625 at auction prior to the big race. The race however was won by underdog toad - Ralph - much to the delight of winning owner Kate Ward, who picked him up for the bargain price of $300 (cheapest priced toad). First place prizemoney in the toad race was worth $2868, so no wonder Kate was smiling. Our Red day auctions once again proved to be very popular with some spirited bidding on the wonderful array of donated services/products and the beautifully handcrafted items available. The Bymount Community would sincerely like to thank all those that supported us in any way. This is not our day, its Reds Day, a day for giving back to the community, not just in the money raised for emergency services, but a

day of family and friends all coming together for mateship and memories.

The Tooloombilla Rodeo Committee would like to thank the Injune Local Ambulance Committee for kindly donating an Automated Emergency Defibrillator (AED) for the community, which is now located at “Womblebank Station” on the yellow shed wall near the road.

Claire Wilson, President of the Injune Ambulance Committee, and Secretary/Treasurer Christie Kelly presented the defibrillator to Tom Hartley, President of the Tooloombilla Rodeo Committee. Jamie Paul the Officer in Charge at the Injune Ambulance was also in attendance giving all the committee members instructions on using the machine. A second defibrillator was donated by the Local Ambulance Committee to the Bymount Community on Red Day. The Tooloombilla Committee would also like to thank the Major and Minor Sponsors & community for all their

support of such a successful weekend!Red Day

Thanks from Tooloombilla

Faces in the crowd at Bymount’s RED Day (Hannah Bischoff).

Action from the RED Day tug-of-war (Hannah Bischoff).

Kate Ward with winning toad ‘Ralph’ at RED Day (Hannah Bischoff).

Tony Horvarth has a crack at dingo trap throwing at RED Day (Hannah Bischoff).

Rabobank Northern Livestock

Pastoral Landmark

Morgan Pastoral Top Country GKW Pastoral

Holdings Mrs Jean Statham

Samios Trading Post JOBE Rose Contractors

Bernie & Cecily McFadzen Womblebank Cattle Co

Bruce & Jane Cosh Maranoa Regional Council Mr B & Mrs P Harrison Ray Leanne Schmidt Achmea Insurance Paula & Brendan Harrison Patterson Partnership Horse Torque

JBS Max Leeson & Kerry

Sibley Leach Elders Roma M & D Duncan Raven Stud & Contracting Riverina Stockfeeds

P& F Roberson Condon Financial Charleville Pharmacy Clem Faulkner Chainsaws CDI Pest Management Diamond T Helicopters (David & Wallina Tddd) Wholesale Horse

Warehouse

Wilson Grazing JJ& Partnership BC Vincent & Sons Injune Cypress M & Z Bonisch Mitchell Hardware Mitchell Tyre Centre Stocklick Trading Watkins & Co Wendy Connolly Pumps N Solar Brennors Gypmie Cooks Caltex Energy Roma Veterinary Clinic Injune Tyre Service Lawson’s Butchery John & Karen Horsington Compagnoni Bros Adrien & Jenny Bucknell Roma Wire & Steel

April 2018

Claire Wilson, Tom Hartley & Jamie Paul with the new defibrillator.

Tooloombilla Committee members & the new defibrillator.

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A large crowd of officials and local community members were in attendance to witness the Honourable Craig Crawford MP, Minister for Queensland Fire and Emergency Services and Maranoa Regional Council Mayor Tyson Golder open the new Wallumbilla Joint Emergency Services Facility and unveil commemorative plaques.

The Facility will house the local Wallumbilla State Emergency Services and Rural Fire Services with all their equipment and vehicles in the one place. QFES Commissioner Katarina Carroll had high praise for the Wallumbilla Community spirit and support which made this facility a reality. Meritorious Service Awards (Medals, Clasps and Plaques) were presented for 10, 20, 25, 30 and 40 years of Service to Timothy Rogers, Stuart Taylor, Daniel York, Perry Walters, Kristian Dean, Stuart Maunder, Melody Taylor, John Finch, Fergus Seawright, Rowan Taylor, Michael Taylor, David York, Graham York, Wayne Taylor, Noel York and Patrick Leahy. Congratulations to all on your dedication and commitment to your community. Such was the support for and the importance of the project that the Facility was jointly funded by the Maranoa Regional Council, State Government, Community Benefit Fund and many State, Regional and Local Organisations and Businesses. Thank you to all who contributed.The community greatly appreciates everyone’s support and contributions.

The final Get Pinkt Family Fun Day will be held on April 14 2018. From small beginnings this family event started in 2011 when 3 families got together to see how they could do some fundraising for Cancer. The pact was to do it for ten years or until $100,000 was raised. So the Badgery, Taylor and extended Price family set about seeing what they could achieve. “Roll forward 8 years and we will be donning the pink shirts to fly the flag for the very last time to support research to find a cure to eradicate the Curse of our

Generation – “Cancer” in all forms, and to help our people in our own local community fighting their own battles with this disease,” spokesperson Ree Price explained. The day is held at ‘Mt Hope’, north east of Wallumbilla in the homestead gardens and is a great, fun day for all the family. The children are kept entertained in the Kids Zone with face painting, jumping castle, merry go round, races and various other activities while the “Big kids” can wander through the gardens and visit the various market stalls. Entertainment this year will be the fantastic with the ‘Whiskey Mountain Boys’ playing and Noah’s Racing Pigs tearing up the obstacle course and bringing home the ‘bacon; for their winning syndicates. There will be the usual terrific food and the ‘Man Creche’ in operation too. Come and help smash the goal. See you there!

Congratulations to Myrtle Mellon from Wallumbilla on reaching the impressive milestone of her 90th Birthday. Myrtle is well know in our community. A party was held for her at the White Bull Hotel in Roma. Family

and friends from as far away as Bendigo, Charters Towers, Sunshine Coast and Warwick travelled many miles to celebrate with her. Everyone had a great time even though the electricity went out.

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14 Get Pinkt Family Fun Day @ Mt Hope 17 Cobb & Co Last Coach Run 2019 Meeting 10am @ The Hub, Surat 28 Wallumbilla Show Ball +EVERY Tuesday Metafit & Circuit Training 5:30pm @ Yuleba Tennis Courts +EVERY Friday Pilates @ Noonga 9:00am

SES & Rural Fire Service Volunteers at the new Wallumbilla Joint Emergency Services Facility.

Mayor Golder and Hon Craig Crawford MP opening the Wallumbilla Joint Emergency Services Facility.

Last Get Pinkt at Mt Hope

Happy 90th Myrtle!

Mrs Melon celebrating her 90th birthday at the White Bull in Roma.

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In 2019 the Cob & Co Last Coach Run will be held in the district. All interested community members are invited to come along and plan the Cobb & Coach Run 2019 event. Community involvement is essential to the event’s success so please come and get involved. The meeting will be held on Tuesday April 17 at 10am in ‘The Hub’ Burrowes Street Surat.

Robert Francis Seawright (Frank) of Wallumbilla and most recently Pinaroo, Roma, passed away on January 18, 2018. Frank is remembered for his life’s work in the water drilling industry and love of cattle, horse riding and farming. Frank made a life for his family with wife Rae after they married in Wallumbilla on October 5, 1950 and had five children together. He purchased his first property a year later in 1951 and later used his practical knowledge of farming oats, wheat and cattle to teach his sons. Frank was an active community member and

recently received his 70 Year Jewel from the Wallumbilla Corona Masonic Lodge. After much persuasion, Frank also became a keen bowler in the last few years. Frank will be sadly missed by his

family, friends and the Wallumbilla community.

Corona Lodge Wallumbilla recently welcomed new members and a new Worshipful Master. Mr Michael Moloney is the newly inducted Worshipful Master of Corona Freemason’s Lodge.

The following services will be held in Yuleba and Jackson to commemorate ANZAC Day 2018. More information on ANZAC Day services can be found on the My Maranoa website. Lest we forget! YULEBA 5:45am: Dawn Service, Yuleba War Memorial, Stephenson Street 9am: March commences at Yuleba Memorial Hall (please form from 8.45am) 9.15am: Service at Yuleba War Memorial, Stephenson Street 10am: Morning tea at Yuleba Memorial hall (please bring a plate to share) JACKSON 9:30am: Service at the Old Play Shed followed by morning tea

The ‘Let’s Try it Again’ Noonga Dance Well we tried again and it didn’t rain. The Noong Dance was held on March 10 and despite competing with several other local events the dance was a success! The freshly painted hall featuring an impressive feature wall proved a backdrop to the creative plant display complete with many points of interest, including a wayward frog. Angela Gleeson and Ross Downes from

Sound Elite provided the music for the night which consisted of a wide range of tunes for a variety of dance steps. Novelty dances consisted of the Monte Carlo won by Jim and Diedree Walker of Jackson. Brian and Mary Leahy chose to stand under the second fan in the Lucky Spot dance and the longest spin of the bottle game ever was won by Les and Jan Lucus. Only at Noonga could you be fascinated by the outcome of the seemingly never-ending spin of a pink wine bottle. Bill Murray with his no.1 ticket won the lucky door prize of a night’s accommodation to Possum Park and Desleigh Murray also won a ticket to Chinchilla Cinemas. Following a delicious supper of homemade cakes biscuits and sandwiches, the dedicated dancers welcomed in the new day. The Noonga Community Association would like to thank everyone for coming and making this event as memorable as ever. Hall Painting Thank you Maranoa Regional Council for painting the Noonga Hall inside and out. The Noonga Community Association appreciates the support shown by the Mayor and Councillors for our small association. We also received soap and towel dispensers just in time for the Dance, a wonderful addition to our facilities. April 2018

Noonga Notes

Cobb & Co MeetingCorona Lodge Update

Vale Frank Seawright

Noonga Hall before the paint job.

ANZAC Day Services

New Worhsip Master Michael Moloney with wife Robyn & inducting offical Kim Ruru.

Newly Inducted members of Corona Lodge Wallumbilla.

Noonga Hall looking shining in its new paint.

A happy winner from Noonga Dance.

Plenty of smiles at the Noonga Dance.

These ladies scrubbed up beautifully for the Noonga Dance

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The Surat on Balonne Gallery is now displaying the entries from their annual photography competition – In Focus 2018. The Gallery sets new judging categories each year chosen to encourage each entering Photographer to expand their creative and technical boundaries. The judge for this year was PSQ Accredited judge Peter Granfield. Winners are as follows: The Timber Crate - Portraiture section was won by Jenny Reddan with her image Katie. Sandy Macdonald’s portrait aptly titled Not feeling that bright today was a close Runner up with Highly Commended being awarded to David Carson for his image Lunar Louise Surat QGAP – Architecture monochrome section included some wonderful photography. In this category Sandra McEwan’s misty mountain image The safe house took out top honours, followed closely by Runner up Brett Roberts with his image Skyscraper. Brett was also awarded Highly Commended for his photograph Girder bridge along with Will Bassett’s image of Calatrava’s Vaulted ceiling. PJH Livestock – Travel & Place section posed a challenge for photographers that was heartily met. Sandy Macdonald’s image of the iconic Wallace’s Hut took out the winner’s title. Lorelle Taylor’s image Burano Island’s colourful homes was awarded Runner up with

Jenny Reddan scoring a Highly Commended for her image The windy city. Surat on Balonne Gallery – Open Subject attracted a number of entries with David Carson winning first prize with his image Abstract – upward curves. Brett Robert’s photo Succession was awarded Runner up. David Carson was awarded Highly Commended for his entry Magnolia Grandiflora. Surat RSL Sub-branch Junior Open section encourages our younger photographers to get creative and submit their favourite photographs. This year, winner Paddy Reddan’s image Grandad loves black bulls caught the judge’s eye. James Sutcliffe’s Queensland Bottle Tree was a close second with Katie Reddan receiving a Highly Commended for her image Jack & Cookie mustering. A popular section in this year’s competition was the Surat Lions Digital Section – Patterns in Nature. Brett Robert’s image Dock timbers took out the winner’s prize in this section with Megan McNicholl’s The ripple effect awarded Runner up. Marie Bright was awarded Highly

Commended for her image On display as was Jenny Reddan’s image Splotches and lines. Visitors can drop into the Surat on Balonne Gallery up until the May 6 to view the entries in this year’s competition – you won’t be disappointed.

Surat areaIn Focus 2018

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SURAT ABORIGINAL CORPORATION IS GETTING INVOLVED WITH

WOMENS BOXING

WHEN: TUESDAY’S 10.00 AM

WHERE: ROMA PCYC, 43-45 George Street Roma, Queensland 4455

COME ON DOWN TO THE ROMA PCYC FOR A WOMENS BOXING CLASS, THIS IS A FREE CLASS FOR MEMBERS – SURAT ABORIGINAL CORPORATION WILL BE ABLE TO PROVIDE LIMITED MEMBERSHIPS FOR INDIGENOUS CLIENTS.

TO REGISTER OR FOR MORE INFO FOR THIS PROGRAM PLEASE CONTACT JORDAN ON 46265 288 BY FRIDAY 16TH

FEBRUARY! SEE YOU THERE!

David Carson’s & his winning entry in the Open Section of In Focus.

A great crowd attended the In Focus Opening at Surat on Balonne Gallery.

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Surat Lions Club President Barbara Harland was delighted to present the winning entry in the Club Sponsored section of the In Focus Photography Competition – Digital Section: Patterns in Nature. The Shutterbugs Photography club has been the recipient for over a decade now of a Lions Club’s annual grant. It was coincidental but fitting that this year the Exhibition opening was held on Lions Awareness Day. The next Lions Fish and Chips Nights will occur on Saturday April 28, May 26 and June 30.

Surat’s students have recently been recognised for their great work. Students from the Surat State School were awarded 1st Innovative Solution at the Robotics National Final. The Surat team were the only rural team to make it to the national level out of 648 teams, Congratulations kids, what an achievement! Surat student Nikita Proud had the privilege of being part of the Queen's Baton Relay celebrations in Roma on March March 7. Well done Nikita! These memories will no doubt stay with the kids for a lifetime.

April IN Surat area 14 Pink Blue Ribbon Day @ Surat Bowls Club 17 Cobb & Co Last Coach Run 2019 Meeting 10am @ The Hub, Surat 28 Lion’s Fish and Chips Night +EVERY Friday Surat Card Ladies @ The Hub 9am-12pm +EVERY Monday 9:30-11:30am Surat Indigenous Plagroup @ Surat RSL Hall. +EVERY Thursday Barefoot Bowls @ Surat Bowls Club, names in by 6:30pm.

Lions Community Grants

SURAT SOCIAL TOUCH FOOTY

CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 11 MUST BE SURPERVISED BY A PARENT/GUARDIAN

When: Monday Afternoons

Time: 5:30pm – 6:30pm

Where: Rec Oval

Don’t forget your hat, water bottles & shoes!

Afternoon Tea Supplied

EVERYONE WELCOME

FREE EVENT

COME ALONG AND GET ACTIVE !!

Lion’s President Barbara Harland with Maree Bright at In Focus.

Surat Students Shine

Surat State School Robotics team in Sydney.

Nikita Proud with the Queen’s Baton.

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Barb-wire Heart Workshop @

Bymount

8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Get Pinkt Family Fun Day @ Wallumbilla

Pink Blue Ribbon Bowls @ Surat

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U3A AGM @ Roma

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Booringa Action Group Meeting @

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Injune Golden Bit Campdraft

21 Quilts & Crafts in the Woolshed @ ‘Springhill’ Amby

Injune Golden Bit Campdraft

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Injune Golden Bit Campdraft

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ANZAC Day

ANZAC Day Golf @ Mungallala

26 27 28 Wallumbilla

Show Ball

Silversmiths Roma AGM

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