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YEAR 1/2 VISITTO THE RAILWAY MUSEUM!
We had a wonderful and engaging theme day where we went on an excursion to the Quairading Railway Museum. While we were there, we explored what life was like in the past and looked at old tools, trains, and artifacts from earlier times. When we returned to school, we continued our hands-on learning by making our own butter, creating playdough and lanterns, and even trying out a typewriter. It was a fun and immersive day that helped us experience how people lived and worked long ago. A huge thanks to the Quairading Tidy Towns team for their time and knowledge shared. Read more from QDHS on page ##.
PHONE BOOK UPDATE TIME
Want to add or change your details?
SCAMS INFO SESSION
Come and learn the latest!
THE RETURN OF THE MUTTON CUP
Sheep racing is back!
CENSUS FIELD OFFICERS
Job opportunities now open!
Regular happenings and contacts
Please contact the Quairading CRC to make updates: admin@quairadingcrc.com.au ART GROUP
Every Tuesday, 10am 3pm @ CRC Art Space
BEL CANTO CHOIR On hold
BETTY’S OP SHOP
Thursdays @ Old Drive In
for transport to medical appointments
second Friday of each month @ CRC
LOVERS GROUP
Friday of the month 9:30am @ CRC
STITCHES Tuesdays, 9:30am-3:30pm @ CRC
CLUB
SecondTuesdayofeachmonth,7pm@CRC.
Monday 9:00am - 10:30am @ Day Care Centre
QARRAS (Quairading Aged and Retired Residents and Seniors) 2nd & 4th Mondays @ Community Building @ the Oval
EXERCISE GROUP
9:30am @ Town Hall
ST JOHN AMBULANCE SUB CENTRE 1st & last Thursday - Training 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Once a month on Mondays at 10am @ CRC
TIDY TOWNS COMMITTEE
meeting 3rd Monday 9:30am @ Railway Station
at CRC
meeting 2nd Saturday 10am @ Vintage Club
VOLUNTEER FIRE & RESCUE
First Tuesday of the month, 4:30pm at the Fire Station
YOUTH CENTRE
Tuesdays & Thursdays, after school
From the Editor
Despite the year having literally just started, we’re absolutely barrelling towards the mid point already!
After spending the last month or so manning the front desk myself, we’re positively stoked to welcome newbie Kirsty to the team! Kirsty’s hit the ground running taking care of all sorts of customer jobs, tech help queries, social media content planning and the 2026 update of the Quairading Phone Book.
Here’s some words from Kirsty:
“Hi everyone, my name is Kirsty and I have recently taken on the admin role at the Quairading CRC and have also moved out to Quairading from Beverley.
I grew up in Beverley and have been there my whole life; I grew up on a farm out in Westdale. Moving to Quairading has been a change but so far, I am really enjoying it.
Currently, I am in TAFE doing a dual qualification, a certificate IV in Mental Heal and a certificate IV in Community Services as well.
Outside of work, I enjoy playing volleyball, travelling, spending time with my dog and of course hanging out with my friends and family. I’m passionate about mental health and wellbeing and hope to build a future career focused on psychology and helping support people in their everyday lives.
I’m really looking forward to meeting more people, learning about the community, and becoming part of everything Quairading has to offer.”
Be sure to pop in and welcome Kirsty, perhaps on your way to one of the many events going on at the CRC this month! There’s stacks on stacks of event flyers through the first half of this Banksia Bulletin give them a read. Of particular interest to many (we hope) is the “Be Safe and Secure” scams info session delivered by our local banking team! Scammers are getting way to good at their “jobs” these days, come along and learn how to avoid them, and how to recover if you do get got.
Circling back to the phone book update: you can confirm your listing via the forms a couple of pages overleaf, through the online links from our Facebook page or by just giving us a call, sending an email or popping in. We will be making a phone call to confirm EVERY listing we don’t hear from, so please do help us reduce what a mammoth job that will be, by reconfirming your details now.
Happy June!
Jill Hayes Editor | Banksia Bulletin Coordinator | Quairading CRC
1 Parker Street
Quairading WA 6383
Phone: 08 9645 0096
Email: admin@quairadingcrc.com.au
Website: www.quairadingcrc.com.au
Facebook: www.facebook.com/QuairadingCRC
Instagram: @quairadingcrc
THE PASSION SHEET
COMMUNITY
QUAIRADING DHS
Oranges/Mandarins – if anyone has an overflowing tree we would gratefully take some off your hands!
CREATIVE ARTS SOCIETY
Call all past and current CAS members! Do you own any items stored in the arts storerooms at the CRC that you’d like back? Now’s your chance to come and collect! The society is in the process of formally winding up and will donate all leftover assets to the Quairading CRC to carry on local art activities – so now’s your chance to get your stuff! Pop into the CRC during opening hours and request the storeroom keys from reception to have a look.
PATHWAYS PLAN SURVEY
The Shire of Quairading is seeking community feedback to help shape future walking and cycling pathways across the district.
Complete the survey online here: https:// www.surveymonkey.com/ r/7HD3YGG or pick up a hard copy from the Shire Administration Office, Works Depot or Quairading CRC. Surveys close 4pm Friday 29 May. Your feedback will help guide future pathway priorities and improvements across Quairading.
FLU VACCINATIONS
Flu vaccinations are available free of charge all throughout May and June for ALL age groups from 6 months of age at the child health clinic (Quairading hospital. Children aged 2 - under 12 years can now receive Flumist (a nasal spray, needle free option).
For appointments call Kathy Wilton on 0460 622 981.
WHAT’S HOT AT THE CWA OP SHOP
Sale now on until the end of June. All items $2.00 unless otherwise marked, or fill a bag (supplied by CWA) FOR $5.00.
EVENTS
GARDEN LOVERS OF QUAIRADING
May meeting is Friday 29th @ 9:30am at the CRC. Our subject this month is Indoor Plants. After our meeting you are invited to Lyn’s place for more indoor plants. Enquiries to Lyn on 0447 450 170 or Carmela on 0403 153 661.
LADIES GOLF CHARITY DAY
Our annual Charity Day to raise funds for our local Hospital Auxiliary and the RFDS is going to be held on Friday 29th May. There will be raffles and cake stalls. All funds raised go towards our charities. The community is encouraged to
come up to the Golf Club from 11.30 for a yummy lunch of soup and sandwiches for $15. We would love your support. Of course, if you would like to play 18 holes of ambrose golf, find yourself a partner or just put your name in to Kelli Brown - 0429 457 039 and come along for a great, fun filled day.
FIRST AID COURSE
Quairading Sub Centre, Saturday 6th June 2026. 8:30am to 4:30pm Further information or enrolment may be found at: https://stjohnwa.com.au/first-aid -training/first-aid-courses
Provide First Aid - 1 day course
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid Provide CPR HLTAID009Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.
RTO: 0392
QARRAS
Monday 8th June 2pm, Big Scrabble
Monday 22nd June 8am, bus trip to Swanhill Farm.
SERVICES AUSTRALIA
MOBILE SERVICE CENTRE
The Services Australia Mobile Service Centre is returning to Quairading in June 2026, with the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) once again joining the visit. Quairading CRC car park, Parker Street, Quairading.
Thursday 11 June 20269:30am – 4pm and Friday 12 June 2026 - 9am –1pm. The Mobile Service Centre provides access to a range of government services and support, with staff available to assist community members in person.
TIDY TOWN MEETING
Next meeting will be at 9:30am on Monday 15th June at the museum. All are welcome.
SCAMS WORKSHOP
Learn how scammers target people, the common types of scams and fraud, how to protect your personal information, and where to access support and reporting services. The workshop will be held at the Quairading CRC at 11am on the 18th of June. It is free of charge.
TINY TOTS WORKSHOP
Free “Tiny Tots First Aid” workshop for parents and caregivers of babies and toddlers. It teaches CPR and how to respond to things like febrile convulsions, anaphylaxis, asthma, bleeds, illnesses and injuries in young children. Limited to 10 parents, no creche available.
Held at St John’s Quairading, 21 Jennaberring Rd, Quairading, on Friday 19th June 2026, starting at 9:00am and finishing at 12:30pm. For bookings, contact Simone on 0447 622 736 or by email on wheatbeltpcwa@uplyft.org.au
SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING—CREATIVE ARTS SOCIETY
Tuesday 23rd June, 11am in the Arts Space at the Quairading CRC. Past members please come along to help us reach
quorum. A resolution has been proposed to dissolve the Society. Please contact Teresa Goodgame or Jill Hayes with any queries or apologies.
SMILING STARTS
Thursday 25th June, 10am –12:30pm at the Quairading CRC. Early Childhood Dental Program, “Smiling Starts” education sessions offer info about why baby teeth are important and how they help children develop, a free tooth check by a dental health professional and child-friendly, gentle dental treatments or a referral if required. Call 1800 939 666 or visit smilingstarts.health.wa.gov.au for more info.
THE MUTTON CUP
It’s back! Save the date: Saturday 27th June
STAY
ON YOUR FEET
Exercise for seniors (mixed) held every Thursday morning 9:30am – 10:30am in the Town Hall. Wear safe footwear and casual clothes. Just join in at your own pace. No cost. Everyone welcome. Then join us for coffee afterwards.
HOT STITCHES SEWING GROUP
Every Tuesday, 9:30am 3:30pm at the Quairading CRC Training Room. Bring along whatever sewing you’re working on for a social sit and sew.
ART GROUP
Every Tuesday, 10am 3pm at the Quairading CRC Art Space. New artists always welcome! Bring along whatever you’re working on for some social company while you art and craft.
Sunday 31st May, 10:30am. Combined service in Quairading led by Wayne Laird
CATHOLIC CHURCH
Sunday 31st May. No Mass.
He is not a man for recognition or fuss, but we couldn’t let his birthday milestone and recent retirement pass without sharing a word.
To our wonderful Papa and Opa, Happy 70th birthday!
Around 26 years practicing in Oz (as we called it), half of them woven into the fabric of this welcoming Quairading community. Then quietly continuing with remote work in northern Queensland and the Kimberley.
Now answering to Opa - 8 times overtaking the grandkids to the skate park, beating us all in table tennis, pool and darts and most likely to be found in the shed, turning wood into something beautiful with the precision and attention to detail you’ve brought to everything in life.
Thank you for everything you've given - to us, and to every place and person (and dog) lucky enough to have had you. Although it’s been some time, thank you to the Quairading community for being such a pivotal part of all of our stories.
Quairading Phone Book 2026 Yellow Pages / Business Listing Update Form
If you would like to have your business listed in the Yellow Pages of the Quairading Phone Book, please complete this form by the 28th of June 2026.
New phone books will be available to purchase from the Quairading CRC in August of 2026. All fields are not compulsory, please fill in the details that you wish to go in the Phone Book. Thank you for supporting this valuable community resource.
Business Listing Fee: $40
An invoice for payment will be emailed after completing either an online form, or physical form.
Quairading Phone Book 2026
White Pages / Residential Listing
Update Form
Update your contact information for the local directory
New phone books will be available to purchase from the Quairading CRC in August of 2026. All fields are not compulsory, please fill in the details that you wish to go in the Phone Book. Thank you for supporting this valuable community resource.
• Great seed dressing range, expert application gets superior results.
• Double gravity table grades at up to 35 tonnes an hour.
• Grading wheat, barley, oats, lupins, canola and more.
• All seconds bought at excellent prices.
• Weekend appointments available.
Gardening in the Wheatbelt
Written by Carmela Kriszyk of Eaglewood Farm
This ridiculously warm weather is not good for our gardens and especially not if water is in short supply. Plants in our garden are thoroughly confused. The yellow Banksia rose enjoyed the few weeks of cold nights and colder mornings in April and then came this warm dry weather which we’ve had for the last three weeks and it thought, oh gosh better push out the flowers spring must have come early this year. Even spring flowering bulbs started poking their heads out really early this year. I’m hand watering the garden in late May which is something I’ve never had to do in the last twenty plus years. All I can say is, when it does rain, it better rain for a long time if tanks and dams are going to be replenished at all this winter.
The June meeting of the QGLG is on Friday the 26th at the CRC starting at 9:30am. For this meeting we will be hands on, striking roses from cuttings. So, if you have a favourite unnamed or unavailable rose in your garden and you would like to have another, this meeting might be the one for you. Joining our group will always be interesting and informative, so do join.
This month we’re starting a deep dive into pest control. Pests such as birds and rabbits can be dealt with quite easily but at some expense by fencing and netting. However, it is pests of the six legged variety that we’re going to delve into. The common names being used here are enough for more information to be sourced in good up to date garden books or google. With both of these sources use only Australian information. In our gardens there are insects, beetles, bugs, caterpillars, scale, butterflies, flies, mites and more which in large numbers can cause a great deal of damage to trees and plants in general.
It is difficult to give definitive and adequate information in this short format, and there are so many erroneous myths about homemade sprays and potions which only add to the confusion therefore no homemade remedies will be given in this article. If you have any that are tried (by you) and work, by all means continue using them. In this first article we are looking at pest control from a holistic point of view which means looking at everything in and around your garden. So firstly, how better soil health and encouraging all the beneficial soil bacteria and earthworms which help your plants to thrive can be developed. This is achieved by using natural soil conditioners, composts and fertilisers which feed rather than kill the beneficial organisms in the soil which in turn help your plants to thrive. A thriving healthy plant can easily ward off a pest attack. Secondly, in the vegetable garden and the orchard areas how growing flowering plants which attract
beneficial insects like hoverflies, lady birds, green lacewing, praying mantis helps plants fight off pests. These natural predators will deal with even large infestations of pests. Thirdly, there are many poor garden practices which help to increase the numbers of pests to the point of infestation. Many pests like whitefly for example over winter in summer plants like tomatoes and beans which are forgotten in vegetable beds; others like Cabbage White butterfly build up numbers in brassicas left to flower into a warming spring season or leaving sooty mould from scale on leaves over winter allows the number of scale to build up and be over whelming for the trees during spring and summer or how allowing fallen fruit to lay under fruit trees increases the number of fruit flies for the following season and finally spraying with insecticides as soon as a few pests are noticed often means that the beneficial insects which would deal with that pest are also killed. Rather adopting good garden practices such as crop rotation in the vegetable garden, hand watering and hand weeding which gives the gardener a chance for up close plant examination and pest squishing which in turn can eliminate a pest or two and so prevent their numbers from increasing to the point of infestation.
June in the Garden
It’s time to – continue to water any newly planted seedlings, shrubs or trees; prune hydrangeas; transplant deciduous plants; take cuttings from roses and hydrangeas; fertilise native shrubs to coincide with their growing period; collect fallen autumn leaves to add to the compost or use as mulch; preserve black olives.
Sow – peas, broad beans and onions in early in June; a green manure crop can sown at this time too and because of the warm weather we have had the soil hasn’t cooled below 12 degrees so there’s still time to sow winter veggies.
Plant – continue planting native shrubs and seedlings of late spring flowering plants like primula, dianthus, stock and delphiniums, also before planting bare rooted roses, fruit and ornamental trees remember they should be soaked in seaweed solution for an hour or so before planting in a prepared hole.
Harvest – at Eaglewood farm we have started harvesting new winter veggies like bok choi, English spinach and lettuces; parsley is abundant again; and from the summer veggies there are beans, capsicums and chillies still fruiting and black Kalamata olives are now ready for harvest.
The last word –“What day is it today?” asked Pooh. “It’s today.” squeaked Piglet.
“My favourite day.” said Pooh.
Warrior Wellbeing Article Communication Differences
As blokes we often get told men just don’t talk! However, in the work we do we have come to realise that when given the right circumstances and a safe environment, blokes do talk. Sometimes this involves us disclosing personal issues or just telling our story.
In our modern society we seem to have increased life pressures to the point where we reach breaking point in our relationships. Relationships are more than just our partners and can include our workplace interactions, dealing with children or even our parents. We need to encourage understanding of the need to listen and be heard in all relationships. Sometimes we are guilty of misunderstanding someone of the opposite sex. We need to maintain the basics when communicating; talking, listening, taking time to hear and be heard and not just acknowledging and contributing a few fleeting words on the run.
Modern technology, even though it is part of the mix, can never replace the basic need for face-to-face communication. Most of our communication is non-verbal, so when we don’t have access to a person’s body language, messages are often misunderstood.
To achieve more effective communication, firstly we must acknowledge the differences between the genders (men are hardwired differently, are risk takers, winners and problem solvers), and secondly, differ on how we go about communicating. There is no right or wrong, but we need to recognise the differences such as:
• Blokes generally talk less than ladies.
• Ladies speak in a narrative way.
• Single word answers (yes/no/good/ok) are often valid responses for blokes.
• Blokes find it harder to talk about their emotions, we are hardwired differently but over time have also been conditioned not to talk.
Men, in particular, are challenged by their lack of verbal skills, so we need to recognise when we are worried, be encouraged to seek help and importantly be asked what the problem is. We need to question, has he resolved the problem and how has he resolved the problem?
One of the most difficult things for men and women is the ability to discuss issues with the significant people in their lives. These issues can be about relationships, children, farm ownership, health and a range of other matters which affect our inner wellbeing. Often the unspoken issues create long term destructive relationship issues that are difficult to resolve.
We need to develop positive communication skills. Some useful tips aimed at assisting with a more productive outcome when communicating, include:
• Choosing the right environment.
• Timing is an important factor to consider - make time.
• When discussing an issue be open to alternate solutions and a realistic compromise.
• Be prepared to listen, listen, listen!
• Identify the relevant mates you can trust to discuss matters of concern.
• Getting help if all else is failing.
Anglican Church (St Faith’s)
Harris Street
June in the Parish of St Faith’s, Quairading
The Church of Saint Faith of Sélestat is a major Romanesque architecture landmark in Sélestat along the Route Romane d'Alsace in eastern France. The church having been built over a very short time span (only ten years, from 1170 to 1180), it appears strikingly homogenous in style and proportions. During restoration work between 1889 and 1893 a crypt dating back to around 1085 was discovered and made accessible. As with many major buildings in Alsace the church is made of pink Vosges mountains sandstone.
Sunday, 7th June
Sunday, 14th June
Saturday, 20th June
Sunday, 28th June
9.00 a.m.
9.00 a.m.
5.30 p.m.
9.00 a.m.
Second Sunday after Pentecost – Eucharist
Third Sunday after Pentecost – Morning Prayer
Fourth Sunday after Pentecost – Eucharist
Fifth Sunday after Pentecost – Morning Prayer
Annual Meeting of Enrolled Members – During June the parish will conduct its annual meeting at which reports will be received and office-bearers elected. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, 2nd June at 5.00 p.m.
Founder’s Day, The Hale School – Given that this day is the 28th June which in 2026 is a Sunday there will be no separate services to honour the occasion, but prayers will be offered at the Sunday service on Sunday, 28th June.
Retreat – Philip Raymont will be taking his Annual Retreat from Monday 15th to Friday, 19th June at New Norcia.
Financial Support for the Ministry of the Parish
To support financially the ministry and mission of the Anglican Church in Quairading you are welcome to contribute, regularly or as a one-off offering, by direct debit to the following account: St Faith’s Church, Quairading – BSB 036-172 Acc No 2500 86 – Westpac
Catholic Church (St Francis Xavier)
Heggerty Street
FatherMatthewHodgson
Phone: 9061 1094
Email: bruce.rock@perthcatholic.org.au *new*
Facebook: Francis Mary Concepta Sacrament
The first Sunday Mass is live-streamed every weekend on the parish’s Facebook profile. Please contact Father at any time regarding Confession/Reconciliation. Grain donations are very welcome. The CBH grower number for St Francis Xavier church is 72840317.
Uniting Church
Coraling Street
A church is made up of people. It is not the building, even though we often call the building “the church”. If the building fell down the people would still be the church. It doesn’t matter where we meet, what matters is that we show the love of Jesus to each other and to the people around us.
So far this year the Quairading Uniting Church has lost two beloved members. One a lady who put her life on hold to raise her sister’s children and the other who has been an amazing friend to many.
It says in the Bible:
Friends, we want you to know the truth about those who have died, so that you will not be sad like those who have no hope.
(1 Thessalonians 4:13)
We have this hope but we are sad in a different way. Sometimes this world is a sad place and we are saddened when a friend dies because we have lost someone who would have walked with us and made this place a bit more cheerful. We may also be sad for what might have been; the stories, the memories, which we will no longer hear, the lovely smile which we will no longer see, the gentle touch which we will not share again until we join them “beyond the veil”.
We are sad even though we know that we will see them again when Jesus returns, when this sad world is set free from sin and death and shines in the light of the love of God. Friends like these two dear ladies are a reminder of God’s love for us and though they are gone God’s love remains.
Services for June:
Sunday 7th June 10:30 am Communion led by Mark Beadle
Sunday 14th June 10:30 am led by Joel Hammen
Sunday 21st June 10:30 am Café Church led by Arthur West
Sunday 28th June 10:30 am led by Peter West
Enquiries: Mark Beadle 0435 698 655 or Arthur West 9645 0081 or Quairading.UC@Gmail.com If you would like a visit please contact Mark Beadle. Check out our Facebook page: Quairading Church
Rural Aid Article
The power of being polite and respectful. In the last month I was on holidays and travelled to the USA where I visited the southwest of the country. Amazing countryside and scenery. Before I left, I was told by someone that I would experience just how polite most USA people are and yes it took me aback just how nice they actually are. Their automatic polite, respectful responses made me feel good and welcome.
This reminded me that there is never a reason to be disrespectful to a person who is simply doing their thing or their job because we are personally annoyed or don’t agree with what they are telling us. Especially now with the fuel crisis, farm chemicals being expensive, power bills soaring, Mice Plagues, baits hard to get and interest rates going up; we need to be aware that how we react is our choice and no one else’s fault. The service station employee at the till is not responsible for the country wide fuel crisis yet some feel they have the right to vent to this person who can do absolutely nothing about it. What if this same person is also going through a personal crisis. The power of language and actions should not be underestimated; you may without even realising be adding to that persons frustrations and stress.
We all have the freedom to choose how we react in any given circumstance, its one freedom no one can ever take away. That ability to stop pause, step back before reacting or putting one’s foot in one’s mouth moment, is essential to ensure we remain respectful to each other. The difference is that your respect and thankfulness could be saving grace moment, reminding that person that people do care and give that person the hope they felt was not there. Just as powerful.
We all actually never know with people we encounter daily of what is happening for them personally, unless you ask and they are willing to share. But you can be aware of how powerful the spoken word is, how the power of this word is enhanced by the tone we use and the body language we portray. None of us are perfect and we will sometimes inadvertently show our frustration, even then we can say ‘sorry that wasn’t aimed at you I’m just annoyed personally’. Taking ownership of our actions.
The above doe does not remove our personal frustrations resulting from occurrences that we have little to no control over. Sometimes our frustrations result in stressful thoughts that if not checked, take over. When this happens, please reach out to each other, use that phone to call each other or pop in for a cuppa because you can. Going on that gut feeling that someone is not themselves and asking RUOK. Even if your gut feeling was not accurate its better to have asked and the person being asked appreciates your concern. It’s what we country people do best.
Rural Aid counselling and other agencies are here to listen you are not alone.
Roger Hitchcock
Counsellor & Community Representative West Australia based in Narrogin Rural Aid Australia
M: 0460 310 661 |P: 07 3153 4656 |E: roger.hitchcock@ruralaid.org.au Head Office : 1300 327 624 / Mental Health and Counselling Line 1300 175 594
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January Edition: 16 December 2025
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June Edition: 26 May
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