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• Vol: 5; No. 13
Friday, June 26, 2015
125 years on - it’s Show Time!
Matt Schubring in action (Photo contributed)
ALL of the hard work has been done and everything is ready to go with both Friday and
Saturday nights promising to keep the crowds glued to their seats with what the show society
in Laidley has planned for its 125th show. Highlights are the Bull’n’Bronc on Friday night,
Freestyle Motorcross and the fireworks on Saturday evening and ute show and Demolition
Derby, Sunday.
Many of the chief stewards met last week and have special things planned within their zones to
commemorate the 125 years.
“There will be some surprises,” said Chief Steward for the Cooking section Mrs Nerida
Blackmore. She wasn’t letting the cat out of the bag, but I can tell you there is a mens only class
so if you want to see what you can enter in, go to www.laidleyshow.com.au and have a look at
the schedule. You can download your entry forms from their website. Full story page 13.
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Volunteer brigade open day
QRFS mascot Blazer kept the volunteer members of the GattonSpringdale station on their toes on Sunday making sure they
showed members of the community everything they had in their
well manned station to help out in emergencies
THE local volunteer fire brigade at Gatton-Springdale were only too
happy to throw open their doors on Sunday June 14 and hold an open day
which was part of a state-wide effort to raise awareness for the upcoming
bushfire season and highlight the rewards of becoming a volunteer rural
fire fighter.
The brigade’s headquarters are situated at 640 Gatton Esk Road not
far out of Gatton and are a vital link because of their closeness and all
weather access to the helipad at Lake Clarendon.
They are the only volunteer brigade with a fully equipped recovery room
which enables crews to rest during emergencies (it doesn’t just have to
be in the case of a fire) in a controlled space which has proper beds and
amenities. Because of their proximity to the helipad they can house crews
in any emergency situation particularly if they can’t get by road to the
larger centres such as in the case of flooding in the Lockyer Valley.
The brigade has just finished its last lot of extensions which included
the erection of a separate storage shed thanks to funding from the RFAP
Queensland which has freed up their shed for vehicles. They also have
Blazer on site permanently who is always a great hit with the kids.
The brigade fund raised to buy their own Blazer so that they would
always have him because “it was hard to get him when you needed him.”
said Pauline Prince who acted as spokesperson for the group.
“We have 20 members at present,” said Ms Prince “and are always on
the look out for more members. You don’t have to necessarily fight fires.
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“It isn’t all about frontline operations but also support positions which
include chairperson, secretary and volunteer community educators along
with people to man radios, take food out to those on the frontline ops and
also look after the station in these times.”
“All help is greatfully received. And... you get excellent training. The
skills you learn here are good for home too. We as members tend to help
each other also,” she added.
“Ask any of the thousands of rural fire volunteers around Queensland
how rewarding their role is and their answer will be written across their
face,” Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) Commissioner
Katarina Carroll said.
She thanked community members for showing their support to the State’s
34,000 RFSQ volunteers by attending their local brigade open days.
“Our rural firies are among the most hard-working and resilient volunteers
around and we should be very grateful to have them looking out for us,”
she said.
“Bushfire season is always a very busy time of year for our rural firies and
they willingly give up many hours to protect communities from the threat
of potentially devastating fires.
Ms Carroll said residents could go one step further in supporting RFSQ
volunteers by ensuring they, along with their families, were bushfire
prepared.
“This means sitting down with your loved ones to discuss a Bushfire
Survival Plan and what steps you will take to PREPARE.ACT.SURVIVE.
this bushfire season,” she said.
“If you are not sure where to start or have questions specific to your
situation, whether it relates to a permit to burn or a property fire
management plan, always seek advice from your local brigade.
“There is no more satisfying feeling for rural firies than passing on their
knowledge and advice and seeing it make a difference by achieving
bushfire prepared communities.”
For residents looking to make a difference in their community, RFSQ is
always encouraging new faces to join the ranks and this is definitely the
case with the Gatton-Springdale crew.
“There is no more honourable deed than pledging yourself to your
community as a volunteer and RFSQ is always looking for enthusiastic,
committed individuals from all walks of life.” said Ms Carroll.
So if you aspire to get involved, what better time than now to head on
down and discuss the requirements face-to-face with your local brigade.
It just might develop into a lifelong passion.
If you are interested in joining the Gatton-Springdale branch, drop by on
the second Monday night of the month at 7.30pm to 640 Gatton Esk Road.
Become a vital part of your community, learn skills, make friends - there
are a mountain of good reason to become a volunteer.
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Local business wins Tourism award
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SINCE opening their doors in November 2012, Holmwood Lavender
has attracted its fair share of customers and favourable reviews but none
so much as at the 20th annual Australian Lavender Growers Association
(TALGA) Conference.
Owners of Holmwood Lavender, Gary and Anne Young won the
Encouragement Award in the 2015 Dawn Baudinette Excellence In
Tourism Awards which were held at the conference in Ballarat, Victoria.
Gary and Anne are based at Thornton and were cited as having an
“infectious enthusiasm and dedication to their business which has been
warmly welcomed in community organisations.”
The awards were assessed on several key features, the Lockyer Valley
Regional Council were consulted and the secretary of TALGA came to
their facility at Thornton to assess the site and their operation.
They then went on to win best product for the year with Anne’s Liquid
Hand Soap.
“It’s all very exciting,” said Anne. “When I first saw all the products lined
up it looked like my bottle hadn’t even been opened - but as it turned out
it had, and I was thrilled to hear my name called out for best product.
“Actually I was overwhelmed and elated,” she said.
Their farm itself took a beating in the 2013 floods and has had to be
virtually re-planted from scratch. Gary and Anne have been constantly
re-building their lavender stocks since that time.
They are happy to be almost back to where they were prior to the flood so
are about to enter a new development and expansion phase.
Anne has just moved into a new designated craft cottage so that her
operations are more streamlined. Her range of lavender products include
heat packs, shoe inserters, stress chooks and lavender pillows - all of
which she sews herself.
Gary is busy planting a new section of lavender plants and is hoping to
expand the area even further after moving fences.
They have staggered the re-planting of their lavender plants with
different varieties which should provide blooms all year round and these
are showing great promise. Their lemon myrtle plantation is looking
wonderful and has grown considerably.
Their rosemary groves are also thriving.
Lemon Myrtle is an emerging product being utilised more and more
by cooks and oil producers. It is becoming increasingly popular due to
its citrus content so Gary distills it along with rosemary. He may even
expand that part of the business into geranium oil at a later stage.
Meanwhile the Youngs are kept busy with the upkeep at their award
winning facility and if you want to buy Ann’s award winning liquid hand
soap look for them at the Mulgowie Markets on the first Saturday of
every month. You can visit the farm but phone first 5466 7264.
The Electoral Commission Queensland has issued notices to Queensland
electors who apparently failed to vote in January’s 2015 Queensland state
general election.
Voting is compulsory at all Queensland elections, and Queensland’s
electoral acts provide penalties for electors who fail to vote without a
valid or sufficient reason or excuse.
The purpose of the notices is to advise electors that Commission records
indicate that they were not recorded as voting at the election.
The notices provide electors the opportunity to pay a penalty reduced by
50% of the normal infringement amount, or electors may offer a valid or
sufficient reason or excuse as to why they did not vote.
Additionally, if an elector did vote and they believe that the notice was
issued in error, the notice gives them the opportunity to provide details
of where and how they voted and if verified, Commission records will be
updated and the notice withdrawn.
“This is a normal post-election procedure of the ECQ as established
under the Electoral Acts. If an elector did vote or if they have a valid
excuse the “Apparent Failure to Vote Notice” is their opportunity to tell
us about it so we can update our records.” said Electoral Commission Mr
Walter van der Merwe.
Persons receiving a letter must respond by either completing a declaration
or by paying the reduced penalty amount of $56.50 by the due date.
Electors who fail to respond by the due date may be issued with an
infringement notice for the full penalty amount of $113. Electors are
reminded that it is an offence to provide false or misleading information
to the Electoral Commission.
Anne and Gary Young stand in front of the products which are fast
becoming household names around the valley. Ann is holding her
award winning product the Liquid Hand Soap. (Photo: Ann Kirby)
Apparent Failure to Vote Notices issued by Electoral Commission
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Small rights - Big Changes Inc.
HE’s not one to wear high heels normally,
but Robert Carroll intends to walk from
Toowoomba to Brisbane in women’s
shoes starting on Friday, July 3.
Robert’s ex-wife was murdered and as
a consequence he wishes to heighten
people’s awareness of violent crimes and
perhaps change community thinking.
Small rights BIG CHANGES Inc (srBC)
is a charity from the Lockyer Valley and
they will be co-ordinating the walk.
Their intentions are to raise awareness of
not only homicide but also child sexual
abuse, domestic violence, bullying and
suicide.
They want your shoes and stories.
President of small rights Big Changes Inc
Lynell Crowther says it is important the
community and government understand
the impact of these horrors on everyone.
It is also important that we all work
together to remove this behaviour from
our communities.
“The stories we receive will be given to
our State Members and the shoes will
be placed at Speaker Square Parliament
House Brisbane on July 10.” she said.
“The stories can be in written or video
form and can be anonymous should you
require them to be.
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“The placement of the shoes will serve as a
visual impact and will later be made into a
piece of art.
“The stories will serve as compelling
evidence for our government of the need
for Qld to have a Commissioner for Victims
Rights. They are being collectively called
‘stories from behind the door’
“If you like to join us along the way you’re
welcome to contact us at small-rights@
westnet.com.au or look for us on facebook
and twitter.” Ms Crowther concluded.
Local mayors in all the council regions
included in the walk are right behind Robert
and his furry mascot friend, Phred the
platypus. Organisers are very grateful for
their support.
A good place to catch up with Robert and
his support crew will be at the Gatton
Showgrounds on Saturday, July 4 where
everyone is welcome to come along and
have a meal for a gold coin donation. The
shoe company who donated the shoes
for Robert to wear (shoewonderland) is
offering a deal. If anyone books and has a
party in the month of July they will donate
a percentage of those profits to small rights
BIG CHANGES Inc.
They are the walk’s official sponsors.
People can contact srBC on 0478 604 242.
Robert Carroll
(centre) shows off
his shoes to Terry
Robin and Bob from
Radio 97.3 (Photo:
contributed)
OUR SPACE New Secretary appointed
OUR Community Centre is pleased to announce
the appointment of a new secretary as part of
our management committee. We extend a big
welcome to Anna Semple who has now become a
valuable member of the Centre’s team.
NAIDOC week: The Centre will be celebrating
NAIDOC week on Wednesday July 8. Activities
planned include a barbecue, dot-painting of
boomerangs, story telling, beading, colouring in,
canvas handprints, and tree planting.
In other Centre news, we are seeking an
experienced bookkeeper to fill a casual position
of nine hours per week. Duties would include:
payroll; data entry; BAS, accounts; and quarterly
and annual reporting. The successful applicant
would also be asked to assist with the Centre’s
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Information packs are available by phoning 5465
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We are also on the lookout for volunteers. Anyone
with just a few hours of spare time would be most
welcome. Would you like to make new friends?
Would you like to contribute to your community?
You could be helping others with computers,
planning events, be a receptionist or a handy
man. Other tasks could involve assisting in the
organising of group activities, or entering into or
creating data bases.
If you are interested, then Our Community Centre
is the place for you.
Welcome to our new secretary Anna Semple
Please call Deb or Sandra on 5465 1889.
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National General Assembly of Local Government
Last week was an opportunity for Mayors, Councillors and senior
Council staff from across Australia to meet at the Australian Local
Government Association’s (ALGA) 2015 National General Assembly
of Local Government.
Councillors Kathy McLean and Peter Friend, along with myself and
Deputy Mayor Tanya Milligan represented the Lockyer Valley at
what is the largest gathering of Local Government representatives
in this country.
Held in Canberra, Lockyer Valley Regional Council had several
motions on the table, all of which were supported, including a motion
to have droughts classified as natural disasters.
Currently the definitions under the NDRRA guidelines do not reflect
drought as a natural disaster and this is something we felt required
urgent review.
There are provisions in place for cyclones but not for droughts – yet
both are acts of nature.
If there are systems in place to help those who have been affected by
a cyclone then it is only fitting we offer the same assistance to those
who are experiencing severe hardship due to the drought and when
you consider how much of Queensland is in drought, it’s important
we address this matter immediately.
Council has also asked the National General Assembly to call on the
Commonwealth Government to maintain the Financial Assistance
Grants in the current Budget, and that any changed arrangements be
referred to the Reform of Taxation.
This is something which has impacted local governments across
Australia, leading to local communities facing direct reductions in
Council services.
Another motion put forward by our Council focuses on the NDRRA
to include the confirmation of Council day labour and plant hire
for the construction of restoration works and that they continue to
maintain the existing arrangements until an alternate model can be
agreed for implementation. Shortly following Council’s motion
being put to the conference, the Federal Government announced
that Council day labour would be covered for natural disasters in
the future.This will enable local governments to deal with disaster
recovery with more certainty. The guidelines need change to allow
Councils reimbursement for use of their day labour and plant for
emergent and restoration works.
The motion put forward has called on an investigation into the
definition for drought to ensure coverage can be made under the
NDRRA guidelines. The motion further requests that the ALGA seek
a review of Commonwealth Government programs and to re-allocate
funding to managing the impacts of natural disasters within Australia.
Laidley Hospital Centenary
Over the weekend the Laidley Hospital celebrated 100 years
of delivering healthcare services to the region with a special
ceremony.
The Laidley Hospital has always played a crucial role in the
community and it was pleasing to be able to celebrate this on
Sunday.
With the region continuing to experience considerable growth, the
importance of health care services throughout the Lockyer Valley
can’t be underestimated.
As part of the ceremony on Sunday, a time capsule was sealed and
will be kept onsite at the hospital until 2065.
A number of people included items for the time capsule with
Council placing some Lockyer Valley tourism collateral and a
memory stick with information on the region.
This is a great concept and it will be interesting to see the difference
in the region in 50 years time.
Lockyer Powerfest
This weekend marks the fifth running of Lockyer Powerfest in the
Lockyer Valley.
In a short amount of time this event has quickly entrenched itself as
one of the highlights on the calendar every year with large crowds
expected once again in 2015.
Lockyer Powerfest is much more than just a two-day water sport event
on Lake Dyer. It is a weekend which embraces the entire community
and brings in a large number of visitors to the region.
This is a fantastic event for the region and I would like to commend
the Gold Coast Power Boat and Sports Club, the Australian Street
Rod Federation and local Laidley businesses for working together
to put on this weekend. This event is an example of what can be
achieved when several groups, who have a shared goal, join up and
work together.
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Laidley Hospital celebrates its birthday
ON March 6, 1915 Laidley’s original hospital opened in the old township.
It re-opened on its present site in 1922 with the maternity unit being
added later and officially opened on June 23, 1930.
Chair of the West Moreton Hospital and Health Board, Dr Mary Corbett
spoke at the opening of the hospital’s 100 year celebrations. Kathryn
Whiteway was the event’s very lively emcee while the entertainment was
compliments of Vintage Gold.
Everyone was up very early for what proved to be quite a crisp winter
morning indeed and many witnessed the start of the fun run/walk while
others manned Health Expo stalls, cooked food, made coffee or competed
in the fun run itself.
It turned into a beautiful day and the hospital’s oldest surviving baby,
Barbara Keller (born at the hospital in 1918) cut the birthday cake which
was shared with everyone that attended. She was supported by a large
contingent of her extended family some of whom made the journey from
Brisbane to attend the celebrations with her.
There was a short ceremony and congratulations came from federal
and state officials, Jim Madden MP for Ipswich West representing the
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Premier, local member Mr Ian Rickuss, Allistair Smith represented the
Member for Blair, Shayne Neumann and Mayor of the Lockyer Valley
Cr Steve Jones along with councillors Kathy McLean, Janice Holstein
and Tanya Milligan who all attended as did other service providers,
community members and those who were intrumental in the event’s
organisation. Many community members got the chance to place an item
in the time capsule which will be opened in 50 years time.
Dr Corbett spoke at length and reminded everyone how things had
changed since Barbara’s birth. There were no anti-biotics back then. For
a small settlement to have a hospital and access to medical assistance
was in itself, a huge bonus for the area. She pointed out that some things
hadn’t changed and that was the Hospital Board’s methodology. After 100
years, they were still committed to providing the community with the best
in healthcare and still concerned for its welfare.
She pointed out that 52 staff work at the hospital and across the region
were extremely dedicated and that this dedication had seen the hospital
take out a prestigious award, two years in a row.
She spoke of the advances (and in fact they had the equipment used for
tele-health services on display) highlighting how far health care has
advanced since the hospital’s opening.
One group who have been there for 100 years is the Laidley Hospital
Auxiliary which is made up of members from the community who work
behind the scenes by holding raffles and events throughout the year to
raise funds to buy those little extras, like a television for a common area,
or a mobile bathtub.
These ladies are looking for new members, so if anyone would like to
be involved, please don’t hesitate to put your hand up. (Continued p. 11)
Top: start of the Fun Run/Walk (all photos Ann Kirby)
Left: the hardworking ladies on the Hospital Auxiliary
Above: Chair of the West Moreton Hospital and Health Board, Dr
Mary Corbett and oldest surviving baby, Barbara Keller cut the cake.
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Grandchester to celebrate 150 years of rail history
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Grandchester Steamfest 2015 will
run from 9am to 4pm FREE ENTRY
THE birthplace of Queensland Rail will be the setting
for a special historic commemoration with the staging
of the Grandchester Steamfest on Sunday July 26.
A free community event, the Steamfest will celebrate
the 150th anniversary of the first train that ran on July
31, 1865 from Ipswich to Grandchester (previously
called Bigge’s Camp).
Ipswich City Councillor David Pahlke said this event,
which has been celebrated every five years since
1965, showcases an important occasion in the history
of the Ipswich region.
“This year’s event is especially significant as it is the
sesquicentennial celebration of 150 years,” he said.
“This village earned its special place in Queensland
history when, in 1865, the first section of railway built
in the colony was completed between Ipswich and
Grandchester.
“The railway eventually linked the rich Darling Downs to Brisbane and,
as it expanded, settlers soon followed. Townships sprang up around
the new stations all along the track as railway workers, farmers and
shopkeepers and their families settled throughout the region.”
Grandchester’s charming railway station building is the oldest surviving
example in Queensland and its square water tank is a reminder of the
days when thirsty steam engines were frequent callers.
Queensland Rail and the National Trust of Queensland will have static
displays and an open house at the Grandchester station; a temporary
bridge across Western Creek will connect the two locations of this event.
Cr Pahlke said a re-enactment of the 1865 opening of the railway line at
the Grandchester Railway Station will also be conducted.
“Queensland Rail plans to run three steam trains to Grandchester on the
day of the event and will transport dignitaries to the festival by steam
train from Ipswich using an A10 locomotive, the engine which made the
original journey on July 31, 1865.”
The free community event at the Grandchester Recreation Reserve
will feature static and working displays of vintage machinery, steam
engines and traction engines. Also included will be sheep shearing, wool
spinning, wheel writing, blacksmithing, children’s activities and rides,
vintage and veteran vehicle displays, food and information stalls.
This historic occasion will highlight the importance of Grandchester in
the history of the state’s railway network.
Historic locomotive A10 number 6 on a
trial run. Photo: Jim Nicholls
Dr Greg Cash has just released his latest
book titled “The Main Line” which is
available for purchase from the bookshop
at the Rosewood Railway or on order by
phoning 3252 1759 For enquiries email:
rrm@arhs-qld.org.au.
It tells the story of the line from Grandchester
to Toowoomba and is a good read.
Meals starting at $10
available at the Grandchester
Friday & Saturday nights
and Sundays*
11.30am until 2pm
MEALS WILL BE AVAILABLE ALL
DAY STEAMFEST DAY
SUNDAY JULY 26
Phone: (07) 5465 5163
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Ipswich City Councillors Bruce Casos (left) and David Pahlke
(second from right) with Grandchester Steamfest organising
committee vice president Jeff “Jake” Gillam (second left) and
president Willy Bromage (far right) at the historic Grandchester
Station which will be the site for a special celebration of 150 years
of Queensland Rail in late July
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100 Years of Anzac • 1915 - 2015
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Trooper Oscar Thomas Dunn
Above: Trooper
Oscar Thomas
Gunn and copies
of correspondence
which are now held
by the family.
(Contributed)
Oscar Thomas Dunn, the eldest son of Thomas Dunn and Mary Alice Curry was born in Ipswich
on March 4 1890.
The family were farmers at Swalvale in the cattle country of the Taabinga Resumption area near
Kingaroy. He attended Gatton College from 1905 to 1907.
On November 4, 1914 Oscar joined the 5th Light Horse Regiment and he embarked Australia on
the HMAT A34 Persic on December 21 1914
The unit was informed that they were destined to sail to Britian but this was later changed enroute
to Egypt.
On April 25 at 6.00am the Anzacs landed at Sari Bair (Today’s Anzac cove).
Oscar was engaged in much of the fighting and in his spare time would craft gifts for his family at
home in the hellish conditions of Galipolli.
One of his letters read “They are starving and have to do something for a living. I am sending Dad
a present also I haven’t time to make anymore up so hoping this finds you all well and happy and
don’t worry about me.
“I will say good-bye with love from your loving son Oscar.
“Will write again if don’t get popped over. There are a lot killed who came from Australia. this is
Maadi camp over here”.
On 28th June 1915: ‘The 5th Regiment moved along Harris Ridge as far as the Balkan Gun
Pits, where they were subjected to heavy machine gun and rifle fire from the Echelon trenches,
and also from Gaba Tepe. They were also subjected to shell fire from one of our destroyers,
the commander of which had not been informed that our men were operating outside our own
lines.... The Regiment’s casualties during the afternoon were heavy, amounting to 23 killed and
79 wounded.
Descendant and Gatton resident, Peter O’Brien said. “One hundred
years ago on the morning of the 28th June, my great uncle, Oscar
Thomas Dunn, faithful son of Thomas and Mary and former student
of the Gatton College died killed by machine gun fire or our own
destroyers who will ever know.
“What kind of man was my great uncle who now rest at Shell Green
Cemetery at Gallipoli in Turkey? He is probably best summed up by
the words on his gravestone “461 Trooper O T Dunn 5th Aust Light
Horse 28 June 1915 age 25”.
“As he lived so he died a man respected by all” RIP.
RSL planning a new home
MEMBERS of the Laidley RSL Sub-branch are eagerly
planning for a new headquarters in which to conduct the
meetings and other business.
President Tom Barton said positive discussions have
been held with council officers in relation to taking
a lease on council property at the rear of the Laidley
Cultural Centre.
“Although there is still a long way to go, things are
off to a good start,” Mr Barton said. “At the council
meeting of May 13, they agreed to support our request
for a long-term lease over the land which currently
contains several derelict tennis and basketball courts.
“At a more recent meeting with Stephen Hart, council’s
manager of administration and executive operations,
we discussed issues such as rental, parking and the
terms of the lease.
“Also, the Sub-branch’s executive are currently
investigating the purchase of a suitable removable
building to place on the site.”
Mr Barton said, although there was much yet to be done,
it all bodes well for the Laidley RSL, adding that the Laidley RSL Sub-branch executive members Alan Small (left) and Wayne Gibson check
District President is backing their scheme, has offered out the site of their planned new headquarters.
advice on applying for grants, and has congratulated the Photo: Jim Nicholls.
sub-branch members on their initiative.
“We need to stress we are not seeking approval to establish an RSL Club We are a hard-working, proactive group, eager to cooperate with council
as such, but merely to use the property for our own sub-branch matters. in bringing this issue to fruition as smoothly and as quickly as possible.”
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Keeping our main street beautiful
THE children at St Mary’s Catholic Primary
School have taken over the care of the planter
boxes in Laidley’s main street.
Under the guidance of their very own gardening
guru, Michael Wardle from Savour Soils
permaculture, the children regularly water and
weed the planter boxes which line the main
street of Laidley.
These were planted out thanks to the work
of previous Bendigo bank manager, Mr
David Ward and Laidley Better Business in
consultation with Lockyer Valley Regional
Council.
Mr Wardle helps the children at St Mary’s with
their fabulous vegetable and fruit garden, their
worm farm and their chickens, so looking after
the planter boxes is second nature to these
budding green thumbs.
If you would like to buy the children some
Matthew Kildey, Finn Litzow and Annika Riggs hard at work (Photo Ann Kirby)
plants to plant in the boxes, please feel free do
so. You can drop them down at the school.
He also said he had a garden at home and his favourite flowers were
They are grateful for anything including herbs.
roses.
Watering is hard work and the children do it manually with watering
A sentiment echoed by Finn Litzow who also enjoys helping out and
cans.
working in the garden. Annika Riggs, said she didn’t have a favourite
Matthew Kildey (above left) told the Valley Weekender that by the
flower because she liked many different ones, they were all so beautiful.
children doing this work, it would let everyone know what a great school
The children are pictured watering the planter box in front of C W Hooper
St Mary’s was and everyone would be more aware of their school.
and Hooper.
Hanging up the suits
WELL known local identity, Ron Primrose Chiddy (pictured right with
Jan Evans and Anna Ratcliffe) has hung up his suits for 12 months at least
while he wages a very private battle with cancer which he is determined
to beat it.
Ron’s last public outing was as Easter Bunny to the Mulgowie Markets in
April a role he is known all around the valley for.
He needs to take a break while he undergoes chemotherapy and other
treatment options.
Of course it is here we must mention all the work done by Ron and his
constant companion, Marion. They have worked tirelessly for places like
the Mulgowie Markets and elsewhere throughout the community in the
roles of (Mr and Mrs) Easter Bunny, Teddy Bear and Santa.
Together they have been volunteering for many years now and over these
years Ron has received accolades from his peers and the community
groups for his and Marion’s services.
So it is time to sit back and look after number one. If you should wish to
contact them and offer your best wishes, you can drop them a line at 63
Burgess Road, Laidley 4341.
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Darts anyone?
The Valley
Weekender
We have just finished our first round for the 2015 season and we will
embark on our second round starting the 8th July and we would really
like to see some new players who can come as a team (4 to 5 players) or
come down as an individual and we will introduce you to a team. Juniors
are more than welcome and rest assured we have players/committee
members with Blue Cards who can oversee the juniors. So come along
to our sign up on Wednesday 1st July at the The Lockyer Hotel in Forest
Hill starting at 7.30pm and introduce yourself to Dale or Grechy and see
what the game is all about. We will be having some practice games if you
want to try it before you sign up.
Join the club, have some fun, play a sport where the sky’s the limit and
make some friendships that will last a lifetime.
If you want to know more please call Grechy 0407 179 282 or Dale 0438
136 153.
Faith Lutheran College
leaders visit parliament
Bevan Len z in action (Contrib.)
THE Lockyer Darts Association plays Wednesday nights from the Dart
Hall at the Laidley Showgrounds and various other clubs and pubs across
Laidley, Gatton and soon to be Plainland.
We have an ‘A’ Grade competition for those who want to challenge
themselves and compete with some of the best dart players in our region
and a ‘B’ Grade competition for those who are just starting out, or want
to play darts in a more casual way.
Club play is a great stepping stone to representing our zone, region, state
and even our country in a sport that is gaining more and more public
interest as Australians continue to do well on the global stage.
Lockyer Darts has produced some extraordinary players throughout the
years. This year 7 of our men finished in the top 15 at zone averages and
5 of our women finishing in the top 20 at the same event. Sheryl finished
1st overall for the ladies.
LOCKYER DART ASSOCIATION
SIGN ON NIGHT
Wednesday Night
1st July
7.30pm - 9pm
at the Lockyer Hotel
52 Victoria Street, Forest Hill
TEAMS and SINGLES WELCOME
Come down and enjoy a night of dart games
and a light supper
CONTACT: President (Dale) 0438 136 153
Registrar (David) 0407 179 282
IAN Rickuss MP, Member for Lockyer welcomed staff and leaders from
Faith Lutheran College to Parliament recently.
Mr Rickuss said it was great to have Senior Leaders Madison Schaumberg
and Hayden Welge, Spirital Captains Gabrielle Bichel and James Ring,
Principal Janelle Anderson and teacher Nicole Wardle from Faith
Lutheran College visit Parliament House.
The students arrived to view Question time followed by an informal tour
of the house.
Mr Rickuss said it was great to be able to improve Faith Lutheran College
leadership team’s understanding of the Queensland parliamentary process.
“Faith Lutheran College plays an important role in providing wonderful
educational opportunities for our young people in the Lockyer”.
“I am sure the young leaders enjoyed their visit to Parliament House
and gained a greater insight of the role of the Queensland Parliament,”
Rickuss said. (Photo contributed)
The Valley
Weekender
Fair Trade Market
A FAIR Trade Fundraiser Market Day for handcraft products to raise
funds for Laidley Crisis Care and Accommodation will be held on
Saturday July 11.
The event will be conducted from 1.30pm in the Uniting Church hall
complex, 45 Patrick Street, Laidley. Afternoon tea will be provided.
Reverend Euan McDonald said there will be a diverse range of fair trade
gifts available for purchase.
“Fair trade sourced items also includes vibrant home decor, quirky
recycled gifts, handcrafted heirloom Christmas adornments, handmade
paper and gift cards, richly hand-embroidered fashion accessories and a
corporate gift-giving range to impress,” he said. “You are guaranteed to
find many outstanding ethically- produced treasures to add beauty and
character to your home.”
What is Fair Trade?
Purchasing Fair Trade craft gives us the opportunity to buy handmade
items without the exploitation of the producers. It gives economic justice
to producers in the Developing World. Simply it gives producers a fair
deal.
From modest beginnings in the 1950s, Fair Trade has now expanded into
a worldwide movement.
It is helping disadvantaged and marginalised people work their way out
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of poverty.
Fair Trade ensures that the producers
receive a fair wage, and supports the
disadvantaged and the most vulnerable
producers in the Developing World.
In addition to ensuring there is no abuse
of child labour, Fair Trade is transparent
with producers and customers.
Reverend McDonald said special guest
at the market will be Kitty Weier,
representing the Fair Trade Association.
“Ms Weier is the Networks and Services
Officer for the Fair Trade Association,
and a passionate, long-time advocate for
Fair Trade.
of Australia and New Zealand
“The Fair Trade Association is the peak
agency in Australia and New Zealand focused on promoting and growing
awareness about the importance of Fair Trade in creating better lives for
disadvantaged producers in developing countries. The Association runs a number of programs aimed at encouraging people
and communities to support Fair Trade producers and businesses through
learning about Fair Trade and purchasing Fair Trade products.”
RSVP to Laidley Uniting Church on 0407 623 014.
FAIR TRADE
Association
Ipswich City Council offering early payment discount
GRANDCHESTER pet owners and any readers in the Ipswich City
Council are being reminded to take advantage of the early payment
discount date of June 30 for pet registration renewals.
Health and Community Safety Committee chairman Cr Andrew
Antoniolli said all dog and cat owners should have received their
registration renewal notice in the mail.
“This year we have established a special pet registration email address for
residents to update their details or to answer any other questions relating
to pet registration and renewals.
“This is the perfect opportunity to update personal details with council,”
Cr Antoniolli said.
Pet owners with any questions can contact council on 38106666 or use the
special pet registration email HYPERLINK “mailto:petrego@ipswich.
qld.gov.au” petrego@ipswich.qld.gov.au
Payments can be made online at HYPERLINK “http://www.ipswich.
qld.gov.au/online_services/animal_registration_payments” http://www.
ipswich.qld.gov.au/online_services/animal_registration_payments
DIRECTOR of Nursing and Facility Manager Laidley Hospital, Erica
Fletcher enclosed a bedpan in the time capsule to mark the inaugural
bedpan toss for bowel cancer awareness which many people happily
participated in.
There was a politicians’ toss which consisted of Member for Lockyer
Mr Ian Rickuss, Member for Ipswich West Mr Jim Madden and local
councillor Ms Kathy McLean. Mr Rickuss was the most successful and
looked like he might have taken out overall until David Jensen pipped
him at the post. In actual fact the bedpan toss both junior and senior
went to the Jensen family with son Archie
throwing a whopping 15.2 metres. David
threw 26.1 metres. It was a ton of fun and
many of them got into the spirit of things
wearing the correct bowel cancer apparell
(pictured on the right) which was a bit
cheeky to say the least.
Hospital’s 100 years - inaugural bed pan toss
HATTON VALE CRAFT GROUP
STARTING MONDAY JULY 6
My name is Gail McMahon and I would like to start a
craft group in the Hatton Vale area.
My idea for this group is for anyone to come and learn
a new craft or to come and bring whatever they are
working on and join us for a cuppa and maybe make
some new friends.
Where: Hatton Vale Community Church,
143 Zischke Road Hatton Vale.
When: Monday mornings 9am to 11:30am.
Cost:
$3:00
I will have a free kit of a small project for you to do by hand on our first
day the 7th of July.
Please contact me on 04 00 88 73 74 if you are interested in joining me.
This is an outreach from the Hatton Vale church
For photos check out the Out’n’About page
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Laidley Show is 125 years old
THE countdown is on and there aren’t all that many sleeps before this
year’s local show at Laidley.
July is traditionally ‘show season’ for the Lockyer Valley. Laidley kicks
off the round of shows - then there’s Gatton and then the Ma Ma Creek
Exhibition.
This year the Laidley Show Society celebrates 125 years.
Shows have been held in Laidley since 1890 but they were alternated with
Gatton and not run under the guidance of the Laidley A and I Society.
New sponsor
THE Laidley Show are pleased to welcome
the West Moreton Anglican College as
a sponsor this year. Not only are they
sponsoring the cattle section they have added
several horse events to their list.
This extensive 38 hectare campus provides
a learning environment in which students’
unique gifts and abilities are nurtured in
pursuit of individual excellence.
Cattle section
WestMAC is forging ahead with a building
program designed to further enhance the College’s outstanding facilities
and grounds for students, staff and the broader community.
The College’s new Middle School precinct, features 11 new learning
spaces, two outdoor flexible learning areas, and a host of other outstanding
facilities and amenities. It has generated great excitement in the College
community since opening at the start of 2015.
The soon to be completed Trade Skills Centre project is another highly
anticipated development at WestMAC. The $2.5 million capital build
includes design spaces, a robotics laboratory, workshops and construction
spaces. From July 2015, students will have access to certificate courses
in construction, manufacturing technology, engineering and furnishing.
LAIDLEY SHOW
Fri, Sat & Sun
JULY 3 - 4 - 5
Celebrating 125 years this year!
Weekender
This society came into being in 1922. There was an article in the
Queensland Times on Saturday September 2 outlining some of what was
planned for the upcoming show. Those present were President Mr. F.
Blake, Messrs. J. Baulch, P. N. Pinnot, A.H. Wright, C. F. Niemeyer, H.
H. Daniel, J. Jacklin, G. Elliot, C. Tillack, M. J. Pitt, A. Mutzelburg, J.
Campbell, and Secretary Mr. C. A. Bell.
We can assume from this article that produce, cattle, farming implements
and horses were all judged. Farming Implements - now that’s unusual.
It says “Mr. J. A C. Wilson, principal of Lockyer Technical College
and High School regretted his inabillty to act as judge of schoolwork at
the show. The secretary Queensland Chamber of Agricultural Societies
advised that an officer in charge of the Military Remount Department will
be at Forest Hotel on September 21, to inspect various mares submitted
for service by “Had-J-Wist ‘ J.Trindall, merry-go-round ‘proprietor,
applied for a stand at the show.”
They received five guineaus from Messrs W Sleinon and Sons and one
guineau from Messrs. Barron Orr and Co Ltd towards the prize fund.
C.R. Doore applied for space for an oil engine and the Lockyer General
Hospital, CHW Scriven superintendent of the Lockyer Ambulance and
Transport Brigade and Miss N Bell of Laidley for the Children’s Hospital
in Brisbane all applied for permission to collect.
The secretary of the Laidley Town Band tendered that the band would
supply music at the forth coming show with a guarantee of fifteen players
for a fee of £5 plus a free luncheon and admission for those playing.
By 1934 things had changed. Councillor T.L Moon presided at the
monthly meeting of the Laidley A and I Society and two applications
were received from Sydney for the sole rights for boxing and wrestling
exhibitions at the coming show. Secretary of Jersey Cattle Society of
Queensland Mr C.T. Nuttall, wrote advising that the president (Mr. W.
Carr) had donated a cup valued at five guineaus for competition amongst
breeders of registered Jerseys throughout the State, at the local shows.
This shows you how important dairying was to the regions.
In fact back in 1931 the Society had received a circular from the Queensland
Butter Board asking the society to ‘exclude from its schedule any class for
home-made butter!’ It was reported that members unanimously agreed
that no action be taken in this matter pointing out that ‘very little farmers
butter was put on the market, and it was felt that the same encouragement
should be given the manufacture of home-made butter as other homemade articles!’ (Queensland Times Wed 7 Oct 1931)
How times have changed. Now there are no displays of butter or
cheeses, farming implements, no boxing or wrestling as recalled by local
businessman Ray Bachmann. Entertainment is much different.
It does promise to be fun and varied over the course of the three days.
Kicking off with the Bull’n’Bronc Rodeo on Friday night (and remember if
you keep your armband you can get into the show on Saturday or Sunday
for free) which is always a crowd pleaser. Mik Oberle will be there to help
revellers party hard after the event so stay on and have some fun.
Side show alley
Laidley A and I Society presents
The Valley
Friday
Bull & Bronc Rodeo*
6pm Friday night followed by After Party with Mik Oberle
Saturday
Luke’s Reptile Kingdom
Come and have your photo taken with a snake, lizard or croc.
KTM Freestyle
with Matthew Schubring from Crusty Demons
Performance first and then autograph signing after
Fireworks between 6-30 and 7pm
Sunday
Demolition Derby
*Entry on Friday night gives you the chance to come to the show on Saturday or Sunday for FREE
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Weekender
Exciting motorbike thrills and skills
SATURDAY night at the Laidley Show promises to be a great night
of thrills and skills and hopefully no spills thanks to motorcross free
rider and ex Crusty Demon, Matt Schubring.
Matt grew up on a small property outside of Boonah and started
riding BMX bikes with his friends. In the early 90s when Crusty
Demon’s first movie was released, Matt and his mates were hooked
on motocross (MX) freeriding.
Matt competed in an amateur competition at Hervey Bay and much
to his surprise came home with the winner’s cheque. While at the
comp Matt’s talent caught the eye of Australian Motocross legend,
the late Jono Porter who went in to bat for him and organized his
first demonstration at the Melbourne Formula 1 in 2002. With
Jono’s help and Matt’s talent on a motorcycle this one event shot
him straight into the Pro ranks and he was soon sponsored by gear
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manufacturers. Events started flowing his way.
Matt recalls “During 2002 I didn’t earn any money from sponsors, only from the
events I did and that pretty much got me from one event to another. I had an old car
with a mattress in the back and a trailer for my bike and that’s how I travelled all
over Australia until September when I had a bad crash which snapped my femur
and crushed my pelvis”.
Matt returned to his mothers’ home in Boonah for the months of recovery and
physio to get him mobile again. It was during this time that he met his wife, Lesley.
After months off the bike Matt received an offer from Jono Porter to ride for
his team, Axo, Pepsi Max, Suzuki as his supporting freestyle rider because Jono
wanted to focus on his racing career.
With the team support and backing of Jono, Matt’s career took off and he won
everything he could including two championship series. These results interested
Rush Sports, the company that ran the famed Crusty Demons of Dirt Tour, and
Matt was invited to be a part of the 2004 tour.
Matt’s achievements in the sport have opened up the doors for fellow Australian
riders to now be noticed and given opportunities once thought impossible.
Matt has now been a major part of 10 Crusty World tours riding in front of over one
million fans. He has featured in Crusty movies which has shot his profile worldwide and showed the world that Australia has some of the best international riders.
Matt’s yearly schedule is now heavily book.
Matt has played a major part in shaping the way Australian freestyle is today. When
he started, fmx was frowned upon due to earlier riders but his entrance has given
the sport a clean cut and fresh faced racer style attitude and a positive direction.
He was one of the first to back flip on a standard ramp. Matt now enjoys performing
with the Monster trucks as well as driving them. “ I have pushed the boundaries
a lot over my career and it has taken a toll on my body! My knees are painful
everyday but I still love ridng my KTM and performing at these shows. They are a
lot of fun and there is nothing better than entertaining a big crowd”
Don’t forget to come along and see him in action on Saturday evening.
Why not enter an exhibit??
TO help make the 125th year a bumper one, why not enter an exhibit in the
show? If you can cook, paint, grow plants, vegetables, have animals of the
cuddly or non cuddly kind, have a deft eye with a camera - the list is endless
- there will be a section for you to enter your hobby into.
A lot of the sections are having novelty events in tribute to the 125 years.
Nerida Blackmore is the chief steward for the cooking section and she is
hoping her section will create the party atmosphere. All age groups are urged
to enter decorated cakes in a 125 years theme. Nerida has also included
some older style cooking sections that would have been everyday items
for families 125 years ago. Things like plum jam tartlets, date pillows,
damper and to celebrate 100 years of Anzac - Anzac Cake (the recipe is in
the schedule). Chief Steward (and one of the society’s current long termers)
Valerie Hauser has introduced some older style preserves and sweets into
her section which includes eggs. Older style preserve recipes such as pear
and lemon jam, grape jam and melon and lemon jam have been added to the
Jams and Pickles section.
In the Sweets section, all the old style sweets you could purchase at the
shows have been included in the schedule. Kids this year in the Under 6
years division can make a necklace decorated with bought sweets using
food grade string or butchers twine.
Section 8 is vegetables and Chief Steward Mr Chris Zischke is expecting
record entries. This year the three relevently new sections for preschoolers, primary and secondary school offer all the children in the
valley a chance to show off what they are doing at their schools. There is
also a giant zucchini competition which is open to all ages.
The Horticulture Section is hoping to present their display in a vintage
manner using old props to highlight this popular section. Chief Steward,
Sue Landsberg is looking forward to people embracing the nostalgia of
the show and coming and listening to gardening expert Noel Burdette give
gardening advice on Saturday. Open and novice sections in Floral Art.
Primary and pre-school children all have a 125 yrs theme. Schedules are
available on line (www.laidleyshow.com.au) or in shops around Laidley.
Proprietors: Kelli & Kym Schultz
Traditional Take-Away done with that Country Touch
Cabbages
$2
Broccoli
$1
Cauliflowers
$3
Tash’s
Come and say hello to the girls from Bachmann Real Estate
at the Laidley Show
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PHONE (07) 5465 1493
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Wed-Sat 8am to 7pm
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Kelli and Kym wish the Show Society
all the best for their 125th show and are
proud to be continued supporters
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Luke’s Kingdom
KIDS, if this is what you have always
wanted to do - then make sure you
come to the show and check out Luke’s
Kingdom Reptile show. The venomous
snake show is by far their most popular
exhibit, it draws big crowds wherever it
goes.
If venomous snakes aren’t your thing
there are non-venomous snakes and
lizards which the public are allowed to
touch. The demonstration is entertaining
and educational.
Demolition Derby
THE Demolition Derby is on Sunday afternoon (July 5) and is sponsored
by Nicky’s Fashion Fair located in the mall in Laidley.
Cars are still required for the derby so if you are interested in competing
either pop in and see Nicky or phone her on 0401 645 450.
The Derby is limited to 15 cars and V8s aren’t allowed.
The rules and regulations are also available from Nicky, so if you wish
to be part of this show finale, please make contact as soon as possible.
Time is running out!
It’s Show Time!
and Helen and Russell and their staff
would like to wish the Laidley A and
I Society Inc all the best for their
upcoming show on July 3 - 4 -5
laidley
122 Patrick St,
Laidley
Ph: 5465 1194
Weekender
Horse events and more
LAIDLEY has a large array of horse events planned over the two days.
There are 4 rings operating thanks to long time Ring Master, Maxine
Murphy.
Show Jumping starts at 8am each day and contestants can walk the course
from 7.30am.
The ribbons that competitors win this year in all the 439 horse events have
been especially printed in honour of the 125 years and will be a wonderful
momento to have.
This year there is a prime cattle show and sale included in the schedule,
a poultry demonstration, there are caged birds, the dogs are on Friday all
day as per usual and goats on Sunday. Stud meat sheep is a new section
and if anyone wants to compete or needs more information phone George
on 0488 107 778. There is also a prime lamb and goat section including a
sale on Saturday, July 4.
Laidley Show Society over the years
LONG-TIME Show stalwart, Elaine Olm has supplied the following
history of the Laidley Show Society.
Pat and Clarice Ferrari (both dec’d) and Rusty (dec’d) and Shirley Pitt
were well known councillors who lived for their town and the shire. Pat
and Rusty were long-time councillors; whilst Clarice and Shirley were
for a shorter time. Rusty was chairman for many years. As with council,
Rusty, Pat and Clarice were just as passionate about the Laidley Show.
Pat was president for many years’ in later years Rusty became president.
The Ferrari twins, Maree and Christine were stewards of the horse
jumping section for somewhere between 10 and 20 years, with their sister
Annette helping as well.
In the very early years the show was broke and about to fold. Pat Ferrari
refused to accept that, so with Clarice they set about raising money and
getting the show back on its feet. Terry O’Dwyer was another person
who lived for his local show and was ringmaster for as long as I can
remember. He did an excellent job. Gordon Neibling became involved in
the show and used to mow the ring and was ground steward for 10 years
or so whilst his late wife Val was treasurer for a few years until ill health
forced her to retire.
We must also remember Mrs Ernst, the wife of Bruno Ernst who had a
tailoring business in the main street. Mrs Ernst was the show secretary for
at least 20 years.
The Valley
by Elaine Olm
Ray Edser came to Laidley as a boy with his parents and brother. Ray was
passionate about his involvement with the Laidley Show. He knew the
Showmen’s Guild area off by heart, so no-one could put anything over
him. Ray would help with the treasurer’s work, when Clarice Ferrari was
involved with the shop. He would come to my house the night before
the show and we would sit and count the cash prize money for the horse
section, finishing up at three in the morning of the show. As secretary, I
would have to be off at 5.30.
Ernie Kowaltzke has been chief steward of the produce, fruit and
vegetables for some 40-50 years. Brother Wally was ground steward at
some stage and also helped in the produce shed with Ernie. Beryl and
Heather Kowaltzke always helped Ernie in accepting entries.
The Trebbin family were involved in the bird section for a number of
years until Julie Trebbin passed away and ill health forced their hand.
Shirley Squires was cooking steward for a number of years and Anne
Hodges before that. Val Hauser has been steward and now chief steward
of the sweets and jam section for 25 years.
Ivy, Joe (dec’d) and Elaine Olm have been working for the show for a
collective total of some 100 years. The Pitts, Ferraris and Kowaltzkes
would also fit into that category. Since age 10, I have been exhibiting at
the show in school work, sewing, cake-icing, jam and now floral art. In
the late 70s-80s I was show secretary for four years. Somewhere in the
past 10-15 years I again became a secretary of the Floral Art Society of
Queensland.
My time in the Show Society has been 15 years as coordinator of the
Show Ball, 30 years with the Christmas street carnival, 20 years on the
lucky envelope stall, a few years in catering, 30-32 years in the produce,
fruit and vegetables.
Pat had me serving soft drinks at age 14 and making sandwiches for the
judges. Dad was on the gate for many years and lucky envelope stall
about 15 years and 30 years Christmas Carnival and the chocolate wheel
to three other local shows for a number of years. The jobs I did spanned
across 45 years. Although I am a qualified floral art judge, I have not
had the pleasure of judging at the Laidley Show. I am proud to be a life
member.
Anne Bichel has been needlework chief steward for many years as well
as helping in other areas. Anne is also a specialist in applying for grants,
which is an important role. Maxine Murphy has been in the horse ring
for a number of years. With the grandstand burning down, vital records
may have been lost, and Ray Edser may have had records and much
information, but sadly he is no longer with us.
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Laidley’s Miss Showgirl
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THREE young ladies entered the Miss Showgirl competition which was judged in the
week leading up to Laidley’s annual Show Ball and announced at the ball itself last
Saturday night.
The winner was Amy Litfin who was absolutely thrilled to win, saying she couldn’t
believe it. Amy is local girl whose passion is her ute which she has entered in many shows.
Second was Tegan Hall and third was Erica Carlson.
Amy will now go on to represent Laidley at the sub chamber finals and if she wins that
will go to the Ekka to vie for the overall Miss Showgirl for 2015.
The Miss Showgirl Competition is not a beauty pageant nor is it an intelligence test. It
aims to find young people who want to represent their Queensland Show for the next 12
months and who also have a passion for the agricultural show movement.
It is an award which provides recipients an opportunity to excel in leadership, community
involvement, gives them a great opportunity to network, meet new people and get out
there over the next 12 months expelling how great the local show movement is.
The ball was booked to capacity and the food was catered for by the ladies from Laidley
Show Society.
Everyone The Valley Weekender spoke with said it was a wonderful evening.
High Tea fundraiser
TEAM J and J headed by Gayle Daetz and
aided by Kate Collins hosted a High Tea to
raise funds for the Leukaemia Foundation
at the Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre last
Saturday which was both entertaining and
educational.
Those that attended were treated to some
beautiful food and Kate and Gayle answered
questions and gave advice relating to their
charity. They explained what services the
funds went to and what can be accessed
through the foundation by families affected
by leukaemia. Gayle was recognised for
her efforts officially at a gala function
Wednesday night and on Australia Day.
Amy after the announcement (Photo contributed)
Pinkies up girls. Linda
Shaw, Debbie Murray and
Rhonda McLucas enjoy the
hospitality. (Photo: Ann Kirby)
Lions donate to auxiliary
Meet Macy,
Nail Technician at MCM
LAIDLEY
Lions
International
donated
a cheque to the Laidley
Hospital Auxiliary at the
recent memorial for Olive
Estella who was a long
time member. Leeanne
Robinson handed the
cheque
to
President
Valerie Sundall at the
morning tea that followed.
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Community stand by family
AFTER the tragic loss of father and daughter Brad and Ebonnie Smith
recently, the community rallied around his family members left behind to
raise money to help the family with the costs of the funerals.
Many people felt the loss
and none other than John
Woods from Edmund Park
Outdoor Education Centre
in Thornton. He said, “I
got to thinking about it and
phoned Nobby who heads
the band ‘Loose Nuts’ and
said to him there must be
something we could do.
“Together we went to Liz
McCormack owner of
the Grandchester and QN
Hotels. “She was all for it
and together we decided
we would hold a family
day to raise further funds
for the family,” he said.
“Liz was more than happy
to provide the venue and between us Nobby and I provided the music,
getting other musicians to come on board so we could provide a full
afternoon of different styles of music.” he said.
There were raffles and auctions, a jumping castle, snow cones and a
sausage sizzle. Liz was excited to be able to hand over $3800 at the end
of the day.
It was a day of healing and Brad’s widow, Annette said she was
overwhelmed. She was told to ‘just turn up’ and said she wanted to thank
everyone from the bottom of her heart.
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“Brad loved the
Grandchester
Hotel,” she said.
Nobby
and
his wife Irene
donated
a
guitar that was
auctioned.
He wanted to
acknowledge
the help his wife
Irene gave on the
day. “She’s done
so much,” he
said.
Businesses that
came on board
to
help
out
with raffles and
auction
items
were
Bec’s
Beauty Bliss from Laidley, August Avenue Clothing, Laidley, Mitre
10 Laidley, Meltations by Holly, Repco Gatton, Tyres & More Gatton,
Ramnet Laidley, Stress Solutions by Judith, Agricultural Requirements
Gatton, Laugh Out Loud Jumping Castle Hire (Toby and Tiff Donovan),
Glass and Glazing Tools from Grandchester and SnowFlow Queensland,
Edmund Park Adventure and Education Centre and Eagle Rock Cafe,
Laidley.
Photos: Deb and Nicky were busy cooking sausages on the barbie while
little Roze Donovan posed in front of her parents’ latest style jumping
castle which everyone enjoyed with gusto (Photos Ann Kirby)
Perseverance sparks art collection
Mike Kingham and Col McNamara at the
recent social gathering in Lowood
Social gathering
for vision impaired
A small group of people gather on the second
and fourth Mondays of the month at the
showgrounds in Lowood under the guardianship
of Somerset Vision Support Inc.
These meetings will be starting as of July 13.
Anyone is welcome to attend, it’s not just those
that have sight problems. You may be a carer
or be at risk of losing your sight. Everyone is
welcome to come along. It is a fully insured and
incorporated body and transport is available.
President, Col McNamara is hoping people from
the Lockyer Valley will join. Please phone him
on 5526 2093 for more details if interested.
After a challenging adolescence, fuelled by undiagnosed Asperger’s Syndrome and Dyslexia,
Simon Doonar found his passion for reading when his grandfather gave him Wilbur Smith’s book,
‘Dark of the Sun’ at age 19.
Up until this time, Simon always had learning difficulties. However, after reading ‘Dark of the
Sun’, he continued onwards to read all of Smith’s books and those by other authors.
A slow but enthusiastic reader, it wasn’t until he was 34 that he discovered his love for a specific genre.
It was reading David Eddings’ books, a gift from his Aunt Dianne, which sparked Simon’s lifelong
passion for fantasy fiction. Regardless of genre, reading is still a huge effort for Simon.
The overcoming of this obstacle and Simon’s desire to not take reading for granted is one of the
main reasons he began collecting first editions, followed by original painted cover artworks by
Geoff Taylor. This collection has grown to more than 120 pieces.
Upon hearing of Simon’s journey, Lockyer Valley Mayor, Steve Jones, was inspired by Simon’s
passion for reading and his expansive artwork collection.
“It’s amazing how someone’s struggles can lead them on an amazing journey that they can share to
support others experiencing similar issues and feelings,” Cr Jones said.
“I believe that Simon’s passion for the arts only solidifies how important they are to our community.”
Simon encourages others with his medical conditions to embrace their weaknesses and learn to
overcome them.
Lockyer Valley Art Gallery is hosting Simon’s private collection, “Knights, Princesses and
Dragons”, which showcases book covers and illustrations by well-known fantasy artist, Geoff
Taylor.
The exhibition will be featured in the gallery, located inside the Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre,
until 12 July.
Lockyer Valley Mayor hosts potential multi-milliondollar trade mission
Lockyer Valley Mayor Steve Jones hosted a special gathering of local Lockyer Valley growers and
some of the biggest produce buyers from premium Asian markets yesterday which has the potential
to net millions of dollars in export opportunities for the Lockyer Valley region.
The lunch, which was sponsored by vegetable peak industry body AUSVEG with the support of
Lockyer Valley Regional Council and the Australian Trade Commission, united Lockyer Valley
growers and 40 major buyers from five of the largest premium vegetable export markets for
Australia being Singapore, Japan, Hong Kong, Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates.
The event was staged at The Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre in Gatton and buyers were served up
the freshest and best Lockyer Valley produce which gave them a chance to see first-hand where
Australia’s finest vegetables are grown.
Mayor Steve Jones said the meeting was an important opportunity for local growers to meet faceto-face with overseas buyers.
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It is an impressive feat to make a representative sporting
side, and Laidley High has had students who were selected
for Met West and regional Cross Country to compete at
their respective state carnivals for Touch Football, Cross
Country, Baseball, Rugby League and Squash.
CISSSA Metro Finals
Laidley has again put forward some very strong
performances in the Metro Finals for the CISSSA
competition this year. The Open Boys Rugby Sevens
Team has won the Ipswich division. The Open Boys Touch
Team and the Year 10 Cricket Team both won the Ipswich
division of their competitions and progressed through to
the Metro Finals. The Boys Touch Team matched their
performance last year making it to the second round of
finals, while the year 10 Cricket Team went one better than last
year and won the grand final.
Above: Touch Team (L to R) Top: Mr Jack Porter, Kenneth
Urquhart, Samual Stratford, Rhys Burchell, Jadam Baker,
William Stavros Eberle, Jayden Williams
Middle: Kaiyan McGrath, Jack Owen, Jake Kelly, Ben
Hartfiel, Joshua Tresidder, Shaun Redgrave
Front: Bailey Williams
Left: Cricket Team (L to R)
Top: Jake Ranse, James Crosby, Bailey Williams, Corey
Jackwitz, Zachary Worreschk, Aiden Litzow,
Front: Clint Kalman-Walker, Rhys Burchell, BJ Neu,
Jeremiah M, Cory Jones (both photos contributed)
Laidley Bowls Club
A LAIDLEY combination of David
Weier, David Bowles and Craig
Ziebel, along with Sunshine Coast’s
Glen Wilson, caused a major upset
at the Australian Open on the Gold
Cost over the weekend of June 13/14.
Pitted against bowls legend Kelvin
Kerkow, NSW representative Ben Twist, Queensland representative Alex
Murphy and Kurt Brown, they pulled off the coup of the tournament.
Described as an unknown quantity, the local combination went in as
underdogs against the heavy favourites, beating them by 14 shots to 10.
Returning to the Coast on Friday for sectional play, they came up against
a team of internationals, keeping them to a draw. On the extra end, our
locals were beaten by one shot. Congratulations, team. You have done
your club proud.
Last Wednesday’s bowls were washed out. Saturday social results: C.
Bowles, N. Ziebell, W. Haines 20 def N. McGill, D. Ellison, R. Phoenix
16; F. Ellicott, H. Haines, K. Green 19 drew C. Moyle, J. Dickson, J.
Miles 19; J. Norfolk, F. McGourty 27 def R. Hodgson, J. Walker, J Dowd
19; C. McGill, C. Allen, B. Pearce 30 def C. Harris, A. Good, S. Panzram
12; C. Steinhart, J. Zillman, D. Heaton 28 def K. Harris, B. Silk, T.
Watson 11. Cock of the walk: J. Zillman 12 def J. Dowd 5. Next Saturday
J. Zillman v C. McGill, marker N. McGill. 11.30 start. Coming events:
Saturday July 4 self-selected triples. Sheets are on the board for A-grade
singles, pairs championship and pennant players.
Happy with their giant-killing game are (from left) David Bowles,
David Weier, Craig Ziebell and Glen Wilson.
Photo: Australian Open Newsletter.
Under 6 football
On Saturday, the Under 6 Laidley Lions played at North Ipswich,
defeating the Norths Tigers 6 to 0.
Sam scored the first try of the game. Kayden played a great Captains
game, scoring a try for the team. AJ scored two tries, Tomi scored two
tries and Charlie also scored two tries.
Olivia had a great game, with some fabulous passes and great tackles.
Connor had an amazing run and Hayden enjoyed the game.
On the 13th of June, the Under 6 Laidley Lions defeated Redbank 11 tries
to 1! Connor had a great Captains game, with some amazing runs, and he
almost scored a try. Sam also had some fabulous runs and nearly scored
a try. Charlie scored 4 tries, Kayden scored 3, AJ scored 3 and Tomi
scored 1 try. Olivia and Hayden had some wonderful runs and tackles
and everyone had a great time! We also had some special guests who had
come all the way from Japan to watch Tomi play.
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A wonderful worker honoured
IN late February this year, Laidley lost one of its stalwart community
workers. She left quietly and didn’t want a fuss.
Born on September 25 in 1923 Olive Estella (nee Connolly) was a
household name on the streets of Laidley. Doesn’t sound very flattering,
but it was true. Olive spent years fundraising by selling raffle tickets out
in front of Goodwin & Storr for both Lions International and the Laidley
Hospital Auxiliary. She worked tirelessly for her community. She also
worked hard at raising funds that would go towards research on childhood
cancers.
Olive was inducted as a member of Laidley Lions in September 1993 and
as her daughter Christina said “Mum lived for Lions. She loved Laidley,
its people and she was honoured when she won the Melville Jones Award
which is one of the highest awards you can get in Lions. In short Lions
was her life”.
Olive’s daughter Christina and son-in-law Jeff light a candle
at her memorial service (Photos Ann Kirby)
President of Laidley Lions presents Olive’s
daughter Christina with the fellowship award
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The Australian Lions Childhood Cancer Research Foundation awards
the Barry J Palmer Fellowship to persons who show outstanding support
for Australian Lions Childhood Cancer Research Foundations’ vision
of 100% survival for kids with cancer. Recipients of this fellowship
are recognised for being ambassadors who help kids fulfil their right
to a healthy life. Olive was awarded this honour posthumously and last
Saturday at a memorial for Olive at the Anglican Church in Laidley, her
daughter Christina accepted it on her behalf.
Olive had a long career in nursing working until she retired at aged 80.
Born in Newcastle to Irish parents, she was awarded three university
scholarships but was unable to take them because of the Great Depression
so she studied nursing instead. She moved to Laidley in 1979.
Christina said her mother’s passion for cancer research stemmed from
the loss of one of her patients (a 15 year old girl) to cancer which deeply
affected her. She said she didn’t know what it was, but that one patient’s
death affected her mother deeply and after that she dedicated her time
and energy to raising funds for research into the disease.
At her memorial service which was officiated by Gatton Lion Lawrie
J o h a n s e n ,
President of the
Laidley Hospital
Auxiliary Dolores
spoke about Olive,
likening her to the
biblical ‘whirlwind
of the soul’ because
she was a bundle
of energy and just
so organised. She
had the ability to
raise thousands of
dollars in funds
each and every
year just by sitting
in the street selling
raffle
tickets
or
organising
the
Melbourne
Cup lunch. She
described her as a
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What is “probate” and when will
you need it?
Pamela Wardle, Legal Practitioner Director
A Grant of Probate is a process where a deceased’s Will is submitted to the
Supreme Court of Queensland to be proven as the last Will of that person
and that the Executors are the correct people to administer the Estate. In
Queensland, to obtain a Grant of Probate from the Court, the Executors must
advertise in the Queensland Law Reporter and a local newspaper that they will
be taking such action and serve a copy of that advertisement on the Public
Trustee of Queensland. This advertising has a dual purpose:
• it affords creditors an opportunity to notify the executors that the deceased
owed money and for the debt to be repaid from the Estate before any
funds are distributed to beneficiaries; and
• it affords others an opportunity to put the executors on notice that:
• the Will advertised is not the latest Will; or
• the Will is deficient in another way, eg the executor did not have capacity
or was influenced when the Will was made.
A Grant of Probate will be required when a party notifies the executors that he
or she intends to make a claim against the Estate or the Will is “attacked” in
another way.
However, a Grant of Probate may be required as part of the usual administration
of the Estate where there are significant funds (eg often around $50,000.00) in
the Estate in bank accounts, shares etc.
Obtaining a Grant of Probate in an Estate can be a complex and confusing
process. Please contact our office for further information in relation to Estates
and the process of obtaining a Grant of Probate.
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School holiday fun around the valley
THE holidays are here so it’s time to look for things for the kids to do
to keep them out of mischief. Do not overlook your local libraries. In
the Lockyer Valley the libraries at both Gatton and Laidley have a full
calendar of fun stuff to do and if you are heading to Ipswich they have
some really fun stuff planned also.
Bookings are essential for the Science Experiments being held in
Gatton and Laidley. There is also Makey Makey sessions, a paper plane
competition and Classic Friday Kids Movie is back in both locations.
Make enquiries today phone 5466 3434 (Gatton) or 5466 8867 (Laidley).
Don’t forget the Rosewood Railway has two running days during the
school holidays and this is a great day out. You can ride Red Fred and Ken
Biggs, but you can also picnic in their grounds, peruse their library and
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souvenir sales area or lose yourself walking around the massive displays
from railway days gone by.
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‘magnet’ as far as her ticket selling abilities went. She said Olive was suited to
her profession and that there is a gap in their lives and that of the auxiliary that
cannot be filled, a sentiment echoed by the members of Lions International also.
Ray Bachmann, a long time Lions member spoke of Olive also, saying how she
loved to decorate the float every year for the Spring Festival Parade and how
good she was at catering.
He said she loved helping out, taking the reins and organising things which she
was very very good at. Everyone agreed she is sadly missed.
Community
Billboard
This billboard is free for group and
service club information. (meeting
times, venues etc)
Fund raising events that are not
free to attend & AGM notices will
NOT be listed free of charge but
will incur a $27.50 fee.
Bingo
Tuesday 7.30pm Thurs 9.30am Fri 7.30pm. Shop 5 Laidley Shopping Mall. Phone Paula on 0412 108 945
Laidley Taxi
7 Days
0408 786 872
Phyrography. Phone Brian Davis 5465 8273.
Toastmasters International
Meets Gatton Senior Citizens, North Street - 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month. Ph 07 5466 4282.
Book Club
Meets at the Laidley library on the first Friday of each month at 11.am. Phone Nikki on 5466 8867.
Country Music
with John Hancock, 1st Sunday of every month (except Jan.) at Laidley Hotel
Euchre, Cards, Games
Every Monday afternoon 1pm-4pm, Tea and coffee provided. All Welcome. Tabeel Lutheran Home,
Laidley. Enquiries phone Claire 5465 1133
Glenore Grove CWA
Meets Mondays at 1pm at CWA Hall, Glenore Grove for craft activities. Second Monday - meetings.
Laidley Community Day Club
Every Tuesday 9.30am-2pm Laidley Cultural Centre’s function room. Contact 0428 190 387 for details.
Lions Club of Laidley Inc
We meet on the 4th Thursday at QN Laidley 7 pm enquiries to Stuart Matthews 0407 168 175
Mainly Music Program
Laidley Friday at 9.30am - Hatton Vale Tuesday at 9.30am. Contact: Church Office 54651162 or Email:
laidleyhvuc1@bigpond.com
Good Quick Tukka
Healthy Cooking Program Meets at Kambu every Wednesday from 10am to 12pm at 2/235 Patrick St.
Phone Jiselle on 5465 3541.
Neighbourhood Watch, Forest Hill
Meets quarterly, on the second Tuesday of that month at 5.30pm Email: viv@lockyervalleyrealestate.com.
au for more information
Home League
Non-denominational ladies’ fellowship every Thursday 9.30am – 11.am. Salvation Army Hall, William
Street. Phone 5465 3519.
Neighbourhood Watch, Regency Downs
Meets quarterly on the second Sunday of that month at 3pm. Email: regencydownsnw@gmail.com for
further information.
Poets and Acoustic Musician morning
Every 2nd Thursday of each month at Pioneer Village from 10am to Noon. Phone: 0428 502 262 or 5465
1743 after 7pm
Rotary Club of Gatton & Lockyer
Meet every Tuesday 6.30pm-8pm Board Room, RSL Club, Crescent Street, Gatton Wendy McIntosh
(m) 0411 385 573 or email: wendy@davaar.com.au or Di Main 0417 961 232 or gl.secretary@
rotaryclub.asn.au
RSL Sub-branch
Laidley Cultural Centre. Service pensions & welfare. Monthly meetings on the 2nd Friday of each month.
Office open Mondays 9-12, other times by appointment. Ph 5465 1738.
Leukaemia Foundation
Meets 10am 3rd Thurs of each month, alternating between the Gatton RSL Services Club & Plainland Hotel.
Phone Judy 5465 7263
Laidley Art Society
Meets at Laidley Cultural Centre, every Thursday 9-12.
Scouts
Joeys 6-8 yrs. Meet 4.30 to 5.30 every Wed at Glenore Grove Scout Den. Cubs 6pm - 8pm. Scouts and
Venturers - Fridays 7pm to 9pm. Contact Toni 0407 622 514
Laidley Diabetes Support Group
Meets Laidley Hospital Conference Room at 12.30pm 3rd Tuesday Ph 5466 8100 for details.
Laidley Weight Support Group
Meets Wednesdays, 9am, Laidley Hospital. Ph: 5465 1520
Veterans’ Support Centre
Meets at the Sale yards, Laidley – Rosewood Road. Drop-in centre, pensions & welfare. From 10.am every
Tuesday & Thursday. Phone 5465 2591.
Lockyer Woodcrafters Group
24 Railway Street, Forest Hill Q 4342 Meet every Saturday morning 8am to 1pm. First and third Wednesday
club Make and Mend, First Tuesday of the month Scroll Saw 9am to 12noon and second and four Tuesday
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444 - Ps Jo – 0413 343 482
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OUT’n’About
Above: David and Archie Jensen winners of the
inaugural bedpan toss while Patrick Burns helped
with the event by measuring the throws.
Below: Del Emerick was on hand to peel corn
for her cooks while Erica was caught putting her
goods into the time capsule. The Pollies Bed Pan
Toss team, Kathy McLean, Jim Madden and Ian
Rickuss get ready to rumble and Jera took part in
the kids races. (all photos Ann Kirby)
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HOSPITAL BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS FUN
Above: The ladies from the dental unit weren’t
left out. They had some interesting looking
things for their Health Expo stall. Vintage Gold
played for the crowds throughout the morning.
The mature ladies team that was headed by
well know local Joan Ilka (on far left) wanted
their photo taken as they left on their run
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Early start on a
winter morning.
Arriving when it’s still dark
Darell and Pat ‘steam up’ in the early hours
of the day
THIS Sunday is Rosewood Railway’s running day, so it
will be an early start at the engine shed for the volunteer
loco crew.
Cold, dark and very still, however for the steam engine
enthusiast the ambience of a steam locomotive shed on a
winter morning has a calm excitement for the day ahead.
The Rosewood Railway’s working steam locomotive,
number 720 was built in Maryborough in 1922 and
restored to working condition by the dedicated efforts of
the Australian Railway Historical Society volunteers.
It was named after the society’s Life Member, the late Ken
Biggs
The day starts at 5am and it is still dark when the rostered
volunteers who will look after Ken for the day turn up.
In railway terminology the person who looks after the
boiler and fire is called the ‘Fireman’.
The ‘Driver’ usually arrives about the same time and he or
she will have different tasks when preparing the locomotive
for the day’s running and of course he or she will drive the
steam locomotive.
After opening up the shed gates the Fireman will start his
numerous checks of the boiler, such as the correct water
level and the correct valves are open or shut before lighting
up the fire.
When all is confirmed correct he or she will light the first
kerosene soaked scrap rags and place them in the firebox
of Ken’s boiler.
Timber pieces are scraped and placed on top of the burning
rags to establish a good fire. Old broken up railway sleepers
are kept and end their life being fed into the firebox of Ken.
The boiler is slowly brought up to temperature over several
hours to ensure even heating and reduced stresses before
the first coal is fed into the firebox. In between caring for
the fire and as the boiler slowly simmers with its steadily
rising steam pressure the crew will be giving Ken some
love and care with a wipe over and attending to the oiling
up routines.
The transformation of a cold and still steam locomotive to
a hot, simmering steam locomotive with its smell of hot
steam oil and vapours is a magical event for young and old
steam enthusiasts.
The whole process takes about four hours till the whistle
signals the first movement of the locomotive from the shed
to couple onto the carriages.
Then it will five hours of hauling passenger trains between
Cabanda and Kunkala station. Lots of happy passengers
enjoying the sights, sounds and thrill of a working steam
train, travelling as it did many years ago.
Then at the end of the running day Ken is returned to the
shed after dropping the fire and the post run tasks will then
be completed. The loco crew will sign off a good 11 hours
after their sign on with a deep satisfaction of a great day at
the railway.
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The last word
IT has been a very busy fortnight.
With the days counting down to the big
celebrations for the 125th Laidley Show
and the 100th Birthday for the Laidley
Hospital just passed, it is a year that will
most certainly go down in Laidley’s history.
I was so proud to be able to put a Valley
Weekender in the time capsule at the
hospital along with an ANZAC 100 year
plaque, reports from the various departments throughout the West
Moreton health region and several memory sticks with information
on them. I really hope they have the ability to read those sticks in 50
years time. I’ve got computers from 10 years ago with files sitting
on them that I can’t get off! Technology has
advanced so much and it’s hard to say what the
world will be like in 50 years time. Hopefully
my sons and granddaughter will live to find
out. Me, I do not wish to live to be 100.
My grandmother did, lived to be 102½ and for
all those that feted her while she was mobile
(up until a month before her death) the day
she was sent to hospital that special treatment
stopped and it was so sad to see her end. It
was almost as if she was an inconvenience to
everyone and if it hadn’t been for her family
her end would have been very lonely indeed.
Not all old people have family. They are the
ones I really feel for. - AK
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