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CLERMONT RAG Community Newsletter Friday May 27 2016
Isaac Regional Council elected representatives welcome the 14 new trainees and apprentices.
Open arms for new recruits Isaac Regional Council has welcomed its largest ever intake of trainees and apprentices, with 14 new recruits added to the fold. The successful candidates were selected from an impressive 271 applications. Located in Clermont, Dysart, Middlemount and Moranbah the recruits will cover nine different industries - business administration, horticulture, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, plant operations, water and sewerage and libraries. Mayor Anne Baker said Council was excited to welcome the next generation of local government. “Over the next one to four years they will gain skills, experience and a nationally recognised qualification,” she said.
“As an equal opportunity employer it’s great to have two women joining us in carpentry and civil construction.” Deputy Mayor, Geoff Bethel welcomed the new starters and highlighted the benefits of working for Council. “One of the great things about working for local government is the opportunity to help shape communities and impact lives,” he said. “Our trainees and apprentices will contribute to making Isaac a better place to live, work and play.” This year sees an increase to Council’s intake of trainees and apprentices due to a subsidy boost from the Queensland Government’s Skilling Queenslander’s For Work First Start Program. For more great employment opportunities with Council visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au/employment
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Isaac secures high calibre CEO Mayor Anne Baker has welcomed the appointment of Gary Stevenson as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Isaac Regional Council. Mayor Baker today announced the outstanding local government leader will start with Isaac from July 1. “Gary brings an enormous depth of knowledge and strong experience to the position.” “Council is pleased to have someone of Gary’s calibre and reputation; with local government experience spanning three states over 35 years,” she said.
Listed amongst Mr Stevenson’s achievements is being awarded the Public Service Medal in the 2008 Queens Birthday Honours List for leadership in local government at local, regional and state levels. Mayor Anne Baker thanked and congratulated outgoing CEO Rod Ferguson for his major contribution to Isaac. “Rod has steered the organisation through many challenging changes during his term as CEO, and with Council, I wish him the best for the future.”
“He has a very strong track record, is very well qualified and has experienced the full spectrum of leadership roles in local government.” Mr Stevenson, who has held roles from rural community councils through to large city councils, has 21 years experience as a CEO. He has served as CEO for the City of Perth, Redland City Council, Rockhampton City Council, and Corangamite Shire Council. Mr Stevenson said he looks forward to providing robust and caring leadership to ensure the future of Isaac communities is sound and sustainable. “This role fulfills my passion for grass roots local government service and I’m attracted to the challenges and opportunities of the Isaac region.”
New CEO Gary Stevenson will start with Isaac from July 1.
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Spruce your skating skills Skateboarding enthusiasts up to 25 years are invited to spruce up their skating skills at free Revolutions Skateboarding Workshops across Isaac in June.
CLERMONT Tuesday June 28, 10am - 3pm Clermont Skate Park, Copperfield Road
Mayor Anne Baker said the sessions are a great way for youth to learn skateboarding from basic skills to advanced tricks.
DYSART
“Everyone will take something away from the Isaac Regional Council funded workshops.”
Dysart Skate Park, Christian Street
Wednesday June 29, 10am - 3pm
Mayor Baker said the five hour clinics are a great opportunity for youth to learn from a professional trainer.
MIDDLEMOUNT
“Former Moranbah local and accredited Coach Clinton Davidson will share his board skills during the sessions.
Middlemount Skate Park, Leichhardt Drive
“They will get to practice ollies, kick flips and how to ride ramps like a champ.” “So sign up to enjoy a great day out, have fun with their friends, and learn one-on-one tips and tricks to build your confidence on a board.” The clinics will be held at Council’s skate parks in Glenden, Nebo, Moranbah, Clermont, Dysart and Middlemount. Parent or carer supervision is required at the event. Bookings required, to register email Janice.Mansfield@isaac.qld.gov.au. Accommodation for the skateboarding team was kindly donated by Civeo. Free Revolutions Skateboarding Workshops across Isaac: GLENDEN Saturday June 25, 10am - 3pm Glenden Skate Park, Dalton Place, Shopping Centre NEBO Sunday June 26, 10am - 3pm Nebo Skate Park, Cnr Oxford, Reynolds St MORANBAH Monday June 27, 10am - 3pm Moranbah Skate Park, Cnr Appleton St, Mills Ave
Thursday June 30, 10am - 3pm
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Goodbye Margie - thanks for the memories contributed by Julie Abel
A bright new shiny door is opening for Margaret (Margie) Barwick, local Clermont resident. Margie is moving to Roma to be with her family Chrissy, Lance and grandson Cooper. Although Margie is excited to be spending time with her much loved daughter and grandson she is sad at leaving Clermont, her home town. Margie was born in Clermont and lived with her parents, Merv and May Quinney in Herschel Street until the family moved to Albany Creek when Margie was six years old. It was here that Margie grew up, developed her love of horses and met her life-long friend Lorraine. Margie has always been game to try anything and, throughout her life has met all challenges that have come her way. She moved around a lot. Margie was a cook, has driven trucks and worked with horses, including her involvement in the Pony Club, whenever she could. Maggie has three grown daughters, Chrissy, Shannon and Amanda. Ten years ago Margie moved back to Clermont and lived for a while in Monash Street until moving into her caravan in the Clermont Caravan Park. She has been in Clermont ever since. During the last ten years Margie has been a cook at the Peppercorn Motel and the Roadhouse, worked in various roles at the Clermont Caravan Park and driven for Alert Couriers. She has been involved in many community organisations and events. Margie faced her greatest challenge when she had a near fatal car accident several years ago. The crash left her with serious injuries but, like the trooper she is, Margie fought back and didn’t allow her injuries to define her life.
Thank you We the families of the late Connie Ede, wish to extend our thanks and gratitude to the Doctor’s, nurses and domestic staff at Montcler for their wonderful care of our dear mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Connie Ede, who passed on to God’s care after many years in Montcler. Your kindness and support will always be remembered.
Margie’s interests and passions are endless. She loves the bush, gold and detecting. She has generously shared her knowledge and time with the visitors who come to Clermont year after year and with those just passing through. Her other loves are of course horses, Puddin’ her cat, her unique garden, full of roses and gnomes and her grandson Cooper. Puddin’, the garden and gnomes will all be making the trip to Roma with her. A part of Clermont will leave with Margie. She has been a wonderful ambassador for Clermont over the years, especially with the visitors in the Caravan Park. Her unique personality and unstinting generosity will be missed. Now as the door closes on the last ten years we wish Margie all the very best for the next decade and beyond. Hope we see you back here one day Margie and thanks for the memories.
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Fuzzbook contributed by Sarge
Well today, Monday May 23 2016 will remain in my mind for some time. Today I discovered a true friend of mine had died and unfortunately I was the one that made the discovery. Leo was a true friend and although I had only known him for about 10 years, (short term in Clermont), I could say that bloke would have given you the shirt off his back. It is sad to see one of the characters of the community pass on and of late it seems that more and more the characters I have come to know are suffering or passing on. That is what happens when you become attached to a town for some time, you lose good friends and you watch others struggle through life. I can see Leo at the pearly gates waiting for Saint Peter to mark him off the roll, pulling a long breath on his cigarette and saying, “Now did I tell you about the time.....”. You will be missed Leo and condolences to all your family. Another reason today was special was I met a truly inspirational young woman by the name of Nicole from the Rogue and Rouge Foundation. She spoke to a gaggle of us parents at the school inviting us to connect as a community to help our young people on their journey through life. The message I received from her somewhat interactive talk was that we need to help our kids follow their dreams, give them a hug and don’t worry iif they get a little bit out there with ideas. Unconditional love is what they need. I as a parent aspire to achieve this, I as a police officer aspire to help other parents with their troubles surrounding kids. Lets band together and as the old proverb says ‘it takes a community to raise a child’.
Visit the Rogue and Rouge website and thanks to Ms Jansen from the high school for organising and Glencore for sponsoring the visit. I also endorse the Matt Stanley foundation. Matt’s dad, Paul, visited the school the other day to talk to the grade 12’s concerning teenage issues and the walk away chill out campaign. Matt was killed by another teenage boy at a party where alcohol played a big part. Paul’s story is tragic but it is inspirational to see a father trying to get a positive outcome out of such a bleak and prevalent issue. I implore people to do just that if you are confronted with a situation, walk away. Somebody might goad you by calling you a coward, certainly not me or any of my colleagues and I would suggest a majority of the town. The consequences can be harsh with one punch ending someones life and the other being put away for life. On the crime front not a lot happening. We have had fuel stolen from a pump on site at a Kilcummin property. We are chasing up a registration number that was sighted by a witness. Keep you posted. The other night Clermont Police intercepted a vehicle on the highway which had indications of prostitution. A male driver of the vehicle is helping police with inquiries and evidence was seized on the night. Don’t try to guess what the evidence was. That’s about it for now. Hope everyone had a good time at the Show. As I write this the rain is starting. I know Show Day, but since living in Clermont I seem to love rain. Don’t we all. The Sarge
Thank you We the families of the late Connie Ede, would like to thank the Clermont Catholic ladies and the RSL for the excellent catering and service following Connie’s Requiem Mass. We would also like to thank everyone who assisted us during this sad time. The kindness and support of so many friends and community members was very much appreciated and will be remembered always.
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School News
St Joseph’s School
Student of the week: Prep: Riley Taylor for how well you have been working to achieve your writing goal of stretching out words. Year 1: Ashlynn Frost for the fantastic start that you have had in Year One, it is wonderful to see how well you have settled into our classroom and school. Year 2: Kirika Noble for your fantastic efforts in spelling groups. Year 3: Lincoln Johnson for the excellent concentration you have shown during English this week. Year 4: Michael Policarpio for your enthusiasm and participation during Mathematics this week. Year 5/6: Marli Humphreys for an excellent start to your movie review. Principal’s Award: : Marli Humphreys for the tremendous effort you put in during Technology lessons. It is great to see you learning many new skills and enjoying the challenges of website building.
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CLERMONT PATCHWORK AND QUILTERS INC. ANNUAL CENT SALE $5 ENTRY THE ANGLICAN HALL ON 16TH JUNE 2016 Making Jesus Real: Karli Nitschke for kindly holding the door open for me when you could see I had my arms full. Will McMahon for always working cooperatively with your teachers, fellow peers and Prep buddy.
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Clermont & District Servicemen’s Club
Date Claimers June 2
Clermont Forum meeting
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Clermont Markets
10-12 Clermont Pony Club Campdraft
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Clermont Markets
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Census night
13 Bush Pigs home game 17
Clermont Cattle Sale
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Clermont Cattle Sale
18 Seniors week luncheon
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Clermont Patchwork and Quilters Group Cent Sale
19-20 Clermont Gold and Coal Festival
16-19 Clermont Gold Cup Campdraft
20 Bush Pigs home game
18 Bush Pigs home game
September 3
Clermont Markets
25 Bush Pigs home game
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Clermont Cattle Sale
TBA Clermont Beef Bull 28 Skate Tour Clermont Sale Skate Park 10am-3pm October July 1-3 Twin Hills ACA youth camp and campdraft 2
Clermont Markets
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Clermont Cattle Sale
16 29
Clermont Races Hopgood Charolais Bull Sale
30 Bush Pigs home game
Opening hours are: 5.30pm to 7.30pm Wednesday and 5.30pm to late on Friday Come on in and enjoy a friendly chat with your friends or family. Bring a mate or two for Friday night raffles with lots of great prizes. Happy hour from 6pm to 7pm. Friday night members cash draw has kicked off.
Tai Chi For Health Regular Wednesday Classes at the Senior Citizen’s Hall.
Advanced: 9-10am Intermediate: 10-11am Beginners: 11-12pm (as required)
All welcome. Gold coin donation. For more information please contact: Sue Flynn on 4983 3472 or 0418 719 198.
Ladies and Gents over 50 Clermont Senior Citizens are looking for new members. We meet every 4th Thursday at our hall in Capricorn Street.
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Clermont Markets
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Burenda Angus/ Brangus Bull Sale
9am start for morning tea and activities, followed by our monthly meeting at 11am.
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Clermont Cattle Sale
All welcome.
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Clermont Beef Expo & Billa Park Simmental Bull Sale
2016 Influenza Vaccination
November 5
Clermont Markets
11 St Mary’s Christmas Fair 16
Clermont Cattle Sale
December 3
RSL Christmas fete
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Clermont Markets
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Clermont Cattle Sale
Influenza Vaccines are still available at the Clermont Surgery for those who are eligible over 65,chronic illness or pregnant. Please contact the Surgery for more information on 4983 1801.
POSITION VACANT COOK REQUIRED AT BP ROADHOUSE, CLERMONT
PHONE: Ramesh on 0430 542 755
August
*Chiropractic is Returning to Clermont*
Drs. Glenn & Errol Harris will be seeing patients in Clermont on Tuesday 07/06/2016 – Please phone 49 876 600 for an appointment ASAP as bookings will fill quickly!
Location: Clermont Sports Centre 7 Jupiter Street Clermont QLD 4721 *********************************************************** Dr. Glenn M. Harris (Chiropractor) 46 Hospital Road, Emerald, 4720
Ph. 07 49 876 600 (Between the Western Gateway Motel and IGA)
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Bea Tighe’s 90th Birthday Party All Bea’s friends are invited to come & help Celebrate her 90th Birthday On Saturday, 11th June 2016 At the Anglican Hall From 11.30am to 4.00pm.
We look forward to seeing you there. No presents please, just your presence.
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LIBRARY HAPPENINGS
www.isaac.qld.gov.au 1300 ISAACS
On the Shelf
Children’s classics always a favourite Do you have a favourite book from your childhood that you would like to read again?
Free e-resources There are several free library e-resources available through the Isaac Libraries link on the Isaac Regional Council website.
On display children’s classic novels include The Jungle Book, Wind in The Willows, Treasure Island and Little Women. There are many more to choose from.
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Sunshine Online is a math and literacy learning database for children aged 4 to 9 years.
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Busy Things is a literacy, numeracy, music, art and ICT skills database for children aged 3 to 11 years.
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Zoo Whiz is a math, reading and word skills database for children aged 4 to 15 years.
Come in and check out our display and borrow a classic novel. Check out Zinio Digital Magazines Zinio allows Isaac Library members access to digital magazines. You can read complete digital editions of popular magazines through Zinio and enjoy interactive elements such as audio and video. For more details, visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au/e-books or enquire at your local library. ComicsPlus is here! ComicsPlus has arrived and is a digital resource offering Isaac Library members thousands of free comics and graphic novels. Parental controls can be set for young children. To access ComicsPlus, follow the links at www.isaac.qld.gov.au/e-books You will need to set up a ComicsPlus account using your Isaacs Library membership number and creating a password. A ComicsPlus Library edition app will need to be downloaded on to your tablet/ipad/iphone. For more about ComicsPlus, call the Clermont Library on 4846 3746. First Five Forever The First Five Forever program aims to give children from birth to five years old the best chance in life and improve literacy outcomes. Babies and children love sharing stories and it’s never too early to talk, read and tell stories with your child. The Clermont Library runs three children’s sessions a week and programs are aimed at helping young children develop their literacy, numeracy and language skills from a young age, through singing nursery rhymes, performing action songs and reading books. New arrivals Recent arrivals in adult non-fiction includes the following: The Original Australians by Josephine Flood Heirloom Plants by Thomas Etty and Lorraine Harrison Manfred Jurgensen Three Sons I Saw: A life in Letters edited by Ulrike Fischer Life on Australian Locomotives by David Barnett Skin Deep: Settler Impressions of Aboriginal Women by Liz Condor Australia’s Magna Carter
To access these free e-resources and more, follow the links via the Council’s website: www.isaac.qld.gov.au/e-resources. Library program/event bookings Bookings for all library programs are essential. To book call the Clermont Library on 4846 3746. Until next time, see you at the Library. Sue and Laura
Children love Baby Bounce, Storytime, Craft and Rhymetime Have you recently moved Clermont with a young family and want to meet other young families.
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The Clermont Library runs several weekly children’s sessions and these are a good way to connect with other parents with young children. Rhymetime and Craft is held from 9.30am to 10am every Tuesday for children up to five years old, where they can sing and dance to nursery rhyme songs. Baby Bounce is held on Thursday from 9.30am to 10am and is aimed at children aged up to two years. Baby Bounce is a chance for parents to interact with their child through movement, music and song. Storytime and Craft time for the littlies is held at the Clermont Library every Friday from 9.30am to 10.30am and caters for children up to Prep age. Bookings are essential please phone 4983 4746 or email Clermont.Library@isaac.qld gov.au
The President and Committee of the Clermont Show – The Isaac Region’s Show would like to thank our valued sponsors for their support in 2016
DIAMOND SPONSORS
PLATINUM SPONSORS
GOLD SPONSORS GA & TE Agius “Paradise Downs”, ALLFLEX, ANZ Agribusiness, Australian Livestock P/L, Blue Ribbon Stockfeed, Brent’s Rent, Carfax Cattle Co., Cantaur Park Droughtmasters, Central Bike Centre, Clermont Concrete, , Clermont Veterinary Surgery, Clermont Hydraulic and Bearing Supplies, CMF Forklifts Capella, Coleman’s Stockfeeds, David & Sharon Conachan “Clydevale”, Coopers Animal Health, Crokers Fuels & Oils, Cruickshank Earthworks, Mrs Joyce Day & Family, Dow Agro Sciences Australia, Elanco Animal Heath, Elders Rural Services Aust Ltd, Finger Family “Hillview”, Noel & Sue Finger “Telarah”, Graincorp, The Hall Family, Hanrick Curran, Hastings Deering Emerald, Hoch & Wilkinson, ICPA Clermont Branch, Iron Springs Lucerne, JBS Australia (Local Rep. Simon Fraser), JJ Richards & Sons, Lachlan Millar MP for Gregory, Landmark, Moongool Charolais Stud, NAB Agribusiness, Pacific Seeds, Riverina (Australia) P/L, Riverview Cattle Company, Saddleworld’s Horse & Rider, Stanhope Transport, Tayglen Pastoral Company, Thomas Borthwick & Sons, Thynne & Macartney, Tru Test, Walthum Investments P/L, Waratah, Waste Not Stockfeeds, M & T Werner “Coobyanga”, Whitsunday Anglican School, Vanderfield SILVER SPONSORS
Agforce, All Souls St Gabriels School, Allied Leasing Corporation P/L, Mrs A Anderson & Family, VJ & J Appleton, Mr & Mrs J & E Baccon, Beale’s IGA, Belyando Bridles, Belyando Building Supplies, Belyando Furniture Supplies, Bennett Contracting, Brennan Mayne Agribusiness, Mr & Mrs D & J Bridgeman, Brinin and Hedges Accountants, Bungoona Brahman Stud, Capella Historical Society, Central Highlands Feather Club, Mr & Mrs I & M Clancy, Mr & Mrs M & A Clark, Clermont Dental Services, C.H. Auto Spares, Clermont Butchery, Clermont Pharmacy, Clermont News, Clermont Pony Club, Clermont Quilting & Patchworkers Group, The Commercial Hotel, Cornett’s IGA Supermarket, CQ Compost Pty Ltd, CQ Saddlery, CWA Clermont Branch, Mrs Christine Dennis, Mr & Mrs T & J Dennis, Dennis Family – “Twin Hills’, DKM Pastoral Co “Trelawney”, Duncan Investments, Dysart Pharmacy, Epping Forest Pastoral Company, Ergon Energy, Mrs & Mrs W Faint & Family, Mr & Mrs J & D Finger & Family, Flick Anticimex Pty Ltd, Miss Ria Garside, G.R. Motors, Grand Hotel Motel, Gregory Fabrications, Gold Star Commodities, Hamblin Diesel Fitting, Hahnlec Electrical, Mr & Mrs A & M Henn, Herron Todd White, Hot FM, Hurrey Family “Crillee’, Jessie James, JD’s Hair Affair, Jones Family “Myra”, Mr M Jones & Miss M Clancy, JTH Surveys, J.W. Brent Mobile Welding, Kenlogan Droughtmasters, Kilcummin Group Selectors Association, Karmoo Brahmans, Mr & Mrs D & L Keene, Mr & Mrs Jake & Erin Kennedy, Mrs & Mrs D & L King, Mrs & Mrs J & J Lee, Lotta Latte’s Café, D&A Marks, Madabout Fitness, Mr & Mrs P & S McLean, Mr & Mrs D & P McKay, Michael G Borg Investments Pty Ltd, Middlemount Newsagency, Mistake Creek Area Progress Association Inc., Medway Droughtmasters, Mr & Mrs G & C Miller, Mr & Mrs C & C Moller “Recruit”, Mr & Mrs S & A Moller “Star of Hope”, Mr & Mrs WE & OM Moller “Spoonbill”, Mort & Co Limited, Mt Douglas Pastoral Co, Mt Hillary, Mt Wilga Pastoral Company, Nicholson Family “Aroa Downs” and “Glen Elgin”, Old Banchory Pastoral, Olsson’s Lick Blocks, Pioneer Grazing Co., Portal Entertainment, Priceline Pharmacy Moranbah, Queensland Country Life, QWCDTAI – Qld Working Cattle Dog Trial Assoc. Inc., Rees R & Sydney Jones, Mr & Mrs G & S Rickertt “Curra”, Ridley’s, Miss Nikki Robertson, Rooswood, Miss April Roth, RR Brahmans, Mr & Mrs G & S Salmond, J Salmond “Degulla”, Santa Gertrudis Breeder’s Association, Selected SeedsMr & Mrs P & A Shannon, Showmen’s Guild of Australasia, Mrs A Smith and Family, Smith & Co. Tent Hire, Solferino Pastoral Company, Springvale Grazing, Stocklick Trading, Strathfield Droughtmasters, Mr & Mrs A & S Struss “Havelock”, Suncorp Agribusiness, Terry White Pharmacy Moranbah, TJO Grassroots Consulting, Truckitrite Transport – John Baczynski & Family, G.W & B.F Tuttle, Uptons Signs, Wentworth Cattle Company, West Insurance Brokers, Westpac Agribusiness, Winvic Braford Stud, Wombat Wanderers Pty Ltd, Wyena Grazing, Words That Work, Zoetis, Zootown Moranbah. Please support those that support our local event #clermontshow2016 www.clermontshow.com.au
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COMMUNITY NOTICE BOARD
www.isaac.qld.gov.au 1300 ISAACS
Religious Notices New Creation Fellowship Clermont
Meetings 2016
‘Come As You Are’ Service time 10am Sundays Scout Hall, Daintree Street PS Trevor & Roxanne Cole 4983 3980.
Clermont Pensioners League
St Mary’s Church
meetings are held on the first
meet every 2nd Monday of the month at the Senior Citizens Hall at 2pm. Country Women’s Association
May Saturday May 28 6pm Sunday May 29 Ecumenical Service Catholic Church 9am June Saturday June 4 Bishop Michael’s visit 6pm Sunday June 12 8.30am Saturday June 18 6pm Sunday June 26 8.30am July Saturday July 2 6pm Sunday July 10 8.30am Saturday July 16 6pm Sunday July 24 8.30am Saturday July 30 6pm Sunday July 31 Ecumenical Service 9am
Wednesday of the month at
Anglican Church Service - All Saints’ Clermont
August 28, September 25, October
Phone: 4983 3484 For Hire of Anglican Church Hall call 4983 1435.
Sonrise Central Queensland Join Us! Sunday Service 9am Mainly Music (0-5 years) Mondays 9.15am Horse Riding Wednesdays 4 - 5.30pm Kids Club Fridays 4 - 5pm CLAW youth Fridays 7 – 9pm 58 Capella Street Clermont We are an ACC church. Everyone welcome. Phone: Ps Allan Kelly 041 7095918 Ps Renita Kelly 0408 063 123 Ps Judy Anne Dalrymple 0413 761 778
Uniting Church Cnr Capella and Box Streets Sunday worship 8am. Holy Communion celebrated each Sunday. Service this Sunday will be at St Mary’s Catholic Church at 9am. Pastor Terry Stanyer gregoryuniting.org.au PHONE: 4983 3445
11am at the QCWA Hall, Sirius
Clermont Meals On Wheels meetings are held every alternate month on the 2nd Monday at 2pm at Monash Lodge.
Street. Meeting is followed by light
Monash Lodge Inc meetings are
lunch.
held on the 2nd Tuesday of each
The Clermont Men’s Shed now
month at 4pm at Monash Lodge.
open Monday, Wednesday and
Clermont Senior Citizens
Saturday.
Association hold their meeting on
For further information please contact Scott Rathbone on 0407 659 402. Buffaloe Lodge No 45 Clermont meet every 4th Sunday of the month at 10am at the Leo Hotel. Meetings will be held May 22, June 26, July 24, 23 and November 27. Clermont Forum meet in the Commercial Hotel dining room during school term every 1st Thursday at 12 noon to 1pm. We will meet June 2.
the 4th Thursday after activities at 11am. Join us at our hall in Capricorn Street.
All welcome.
Clermont Community Choir meet every week at the Scout Hall. Alternating Wednesday and Thursday nights at 7.30pm. New members always welcome - 16 years or over. For more information contact Freida Berry Porta on 0409 394 651. Clermont Health Advisory Network Team meets the first Thursday of each month at 7.30am at the Clermont Hospital. For more
Clermont Artslink meetings are held
information contact Liz Livingstone on
every third Thursday of the month at
4983 4011.
6.30pm at the Scout Hall in Daintree Street. For more information contact Liz Liveingstone on 4983 2652.
Clermont RSL Sub Branch will be holding their AGM on Saturday May 28 at the RSL Clubhouse, 76
SSAA meetings held at the Range
Herschel Street at 10.30am. David
on 3rd Sunday of the month at 12
Ward, Branch President.
midday. Clermont Patchwork and Quilters Group Inc meet Thursday and Saturday 9.30am – 3.30pm. 1st Thursday night of the month 6.30pm to late. Please join us for a cuppa and a laugh. Further info contact Linda on 0427 880 961.
Extended to June 2016
Anzac Heroes and Heroines Exhibition Clermont Historical Centre Celebrating the Anzac Centenary Astonishingly, 706 men and women from the Clermont district left for the perils of WWI and WWII to protect their home and nation.
WWI premier sniper William “Billy” Sing
A century on, we remember and honour all those who’ve served in conflict with the Anzac Heroes and Heroines Exhibition, showing at the Clermont Historical Centre from March 2016. We invite you to experience this personal exhibition telling stories of local heroes and life in Central Queensland during war times.
Opening hours from March 2, 2016 (Closed January & February) Wednesday to Saturday, 9am to 3pm
Location
Peak Downs Highway, 2km from Clermont
Entry fee
$6 adults, $4 pensioners, $3 children under 12yrs $15 family with two or more children Soldiers march down Capella Street, Clermont
Due to popular demand the exhibition has been extended to June 2016. For more information about the upgrade or exhibition, visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au or call 1300 472 227.
Visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au or call 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227) to find out more
Claim your free tap timer! at your local council office. Visit
isaac.qld.gov.au
or
Available to residents of Isaac Regional Council only.
to start saving.
FREE SKATEBOARDING WORKSHOPS
GLENDEN Saturday June 25, 10am - 3pm Glenden Skate Park Dalton Place, Shopping Centre NEBO Sunday June 26, 10am - 3pm Nebo Skate Park Cnr Oxford, Reynolds St
Practice your ollies and kick flips at free Revolutions Skateboarding Workshops across Isaac. Skating enthusiasts up to 25 years are welcome. To register email Janice.Mansfield@isaac.qld.gov.au
MORANBAH Monday June 27, 10am - 3pm Moranbah Skate Park Cnr Appleton St, Mills Ave
CLERMONT Tuesday June 28, 10am - 3pm Clermont Skate Park Copperfield Road DYSART Wednesday June 29, 10am - 3pm Dysart Skate Park Christian Street MIDDLEMOUNT Thursday June 30, 10am - 3pm Middlemount Skate Park Leichhardt Drive
Isaac Community Grants Roadshow CLERMONT Did you know that local not-for-profit community groups, organisations and residents who are representing the region are eligible for funding through Council’s Community Grants program?
CLERMONT ROADSHOW SCHEDULE DATE
LOCATION
TIME
Friday May 27
Clermont Old Library
10am
Saturday May 28
Clermont Old Library
10am
Council is hosting a series of roadshows during May and June to explain the newly revised program and to help interested parties with the application process. Come along to one of the Clermont roadshows and find out how you can take advantage of Community Grants funding.
To book or for more information call 1300 ISAACS (472 227) or visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au
2016 CENSUS FIELD OFFICERS
Up to 38,000 opportunities to make a difference… August 9 is Census night, and the Australian Bureau of Statistics is seeking up to 38,000 motivated and community minded Field Officers to join our team and play a role in shaping the future of Australia. Field Officers are: • Non-office based positions, requiring travel • Casual positions with flexible working hours, including some evening and weekend work. As a Field Officer, you will: • Undertake a range of procedural, operational and administrative duties • Have to read and navigate maps • Be self-motivated, able to work autonomously and make decisions independently • Earn $21.61 per hour (inclusive of 25% loading). As a Field Officer, you must: • Know your local community • Be of reasonable fitness • Have a current driver’s licence and access to a vehicle • Have a home computer with internet access and be comfortable using a mobile or tablet device • Comply with ABS work health and safety policies • Be an Australian citizen or have the legal right to work in Australia. A Census Field Officer’s duties may vary, depending on their assigned area. Job seekers from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Apply now at abs.gov.au/careers More information is available from the ABS website.
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Clermont Sports Centre Small group training and general session timetable May 1 to May 31 Jupiter Street Clermont 07 4983 1422 All small group training included in gym membership or $16.50 for casual passes. Bert’s Place Kids Club– Childcare daily hours. Fees apply. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9am to 12pm. Monday Axis 30mins 6.15am Revolution spin 60mins 9.30am Pilates mat and ball work L1-L2 11am Power step 30mins 6.30pm Yoga 6pm TRX beginners 7pm Tuesday Ladies indoor volleyball 9.15am/10.15am Rip express 5.45pm Revolution express 30mins 6.30pm Wednesday TRX flex 30mins 6.15am Rip express 30mins 9am Revolution spin 1/2 hour 9.30am Powers step 30mins 5.30pm THUMP beginners 6pm Yoga 6pm Revolution spin 1 hour 7pm Thursday Lazy fox jogging 8.30am Junior mixed dodgeball 8 to 14 years. 4.30pm. $5 per game plus registration fee. Mixed indoor volleyball 6.30pm Friday Revolution express 30mins 9.15am Rip express 10am Yoga over 55’s 11am Pilates mat and ball work L1-L2 5.45pm Saturday Axis 30 mins 8.30am TRX 9.15am Sunday Revolution 1 hour 5pm Rip express 30-45mins 6pm CLASS DESCRIPTIONS TRX Suspension Training Every Suspension training exercise builds true functional strength and improves flexibility, balance and core stability all at once, as is required on the playing fields of sport and in
life. Intermediate sessions are higher intensity workouts as basics should be well ingrained in participants. Monday and Saturdays, Wednesday 30 minutes flexibility focus. Rip Group Rx A high intensity strength conditioning class using barbell and light weights. 45-1 hour in duration. Bring towel and water bottle! $16.50 casual/free for members. Rip Express is a 45min major muscle group workout. THUMP boxing for fitness 1 hour free for members. Beginners L1 run Wednesday nights 6pm. A pair of inners to be worn under gloves can be purchased for $5.00 before class. L2 and L3 bookings only! Boxing equipment provided for both classes. $16.50 per class, free for gym members. AXIS A half hour functional body weight resistance class for adults and kids 8-14 year olds. Improve core and whole body strength. $6.60 per child. Class is set to music. New class time Monday’s 6.15am Indoor Volleyball Fixtures Season 1 runs Thursday nights throughout Term 1 and 2. Start time 6.30pm time slot . Mixed teams. Tuesday Ladies Volleyball Fixtures Season 1 runs February to June. New players welcome. Game start times TBA. Junior Mixed Dodgeball (NEW) Thursday’s 4.30pm nominations open for season 1. $15 registration fee and $5 game fee per child. Half hour games. New players welcome! Power Step (NEW) 30 minute step class which will tone, strengthen and improve your cardiovascular endurance. Pilates Level 1 Mat and Ball 45 mins learn the fundamentals of Pilates in a low impact class for good posture, strength for pelvic floor, core and general toning. Mats required. Tight Arse Tuesday’s $7 gym passes and squash. Don’t get offended get active!
Yoga A class for everyone! For ages 5 and up to 90 or more. You will learn breathing exercises and positions that can help improve arthritic symptoms, insomnia, blood pressure, mood and aid with relaxation and flexibility. There are many benefits of Yoga, this class is suitable for pregnant women, screening will be conducted prior to participation. BOOKINGS FOR YOGA ARE ESSENTIAL. $16.50 for casuals . $6.60 for children up to 14 years. Power Yoga is not suitable for children under 10 years of age. SPIN/Revolution Great music and a fantastic calorie burning hour of indoor cycling. You’ll learn correct technique for improved performance and have fun cycling. Bookings essential. Revolution Express is a half hour session being added to the program in November all indoor cycling classes are moderate to high intensity classes. 7 Jupiter St Clermont, 07 4983 1422 www.clermontsportscentre.com
Clermont Clay Target Club We held our monthly shoot last weekend with good attendance from local and travelling shooters. For more information on Clay Target shooting call Allison Skinner 0427 792 562.
Vets golf Winner of the stroke event was Dave Ohl with run downs to Gary Manion and Lee Gordon. Least putts 13 to Dave Ohl and Essie Wood. Vets now hit of at 2pm eveyr Thursday and visitors are welcome.
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Madabout Fitness Monthly timetable May All classes and open gym are $12.50 41 James Road, Clermont Madonna 0448 007 263 Monday 9.30am Gut and Butt Blast 5.45pm Gut and Butt Blast Wednesday 9.30am Circuit training 5.45pm Lets Lift Circuit Thursday 5.45pm Metafit 7.30pm – 9pm Open gym Friday 6.30am XT-THUMP 5.30pm – 9pm Open gym Saturday 6.30am – 9pm Open gym Sunday 6.30am – 7.30pm Open gym Open gym is only available to Madabout Fitness clientele. CLASS DESCRIPTION Gut and Butt Blast is a target class that focuses on strengthening and toning the nine core divisions of the abdominal plane. While simultaneously blasting the three muscles of the buttocks, hamstrings and quadriceps. This will increase fat metabolism at rest and help slim and tone those problematic areas. Although not targeted, general whole body conditioning applies and while challenging, is more than suitable for any fitness level. Circuit training This is a form of body conditioning or resistance training using high-intensity/ low-intensity aerobic energy. It targets strength building and muscular endurance. An exercise ‘circuit’ is one completion of all prescribed exercises in the program. It is highly enjoyable and recommended to all levels of fitness. Open gym This is your opportunity to use the Gym facilities, there will be a basic weights program and WOD on offer for your utilisation, or you could just be creative and do your own training.
XT - THUMP boxing it’s a nice way to start your day. This class incorporates 10mins of circuit cardio, 10mins strength training and 20mins thump boxing. A fully functional total body workout that burns, burns, burns. Metafit This is a 30 minute bodyweight training system that gets results! It is a functional and effective, metabolic workout that will change the way you train. Created by a former Royal Marine Commando, Metafit combines the latest HIIT techniques with traditional ‘old school’ bodyweight exercises to set the metabolism on fire! Lets lift circuit Resistance Circuit works on the principle of Circuit Training with stations broken down into a lower and upper body weights workout, using the subscription of low weights high repetition to develop a challenging total body workout, ensuring lean muscle mass gains.
Clermont Rifle Association Inc Just a reminder that we have a new scoped and peep sight club rifle available to new and interested shooters, with full training and coaching from fully qualified range officers if required. Contact Jan Thornhill on 0408 980 939 or Noel (Bear) Byrne on 0419 791 751 or email clermontrifle@yahoo.com.au
Junior Golf Dates to remember: June 4 Moranbah Junior Open June 5 Home game June 12 Home game June 13 Golf lesson 6, 9 and 18 holes 3.30pm June 18 Clermont Junior Open For further information please contact Toni McFarlane on 0438 689 919 or email clermontjuniorgolf@gmail.com
Clermont Branch Inc Wanting to become a member? Please contact, Lloyd on 4983 2010 or Frances on 4983 1478. We shoot on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month. Arrive at range at 9.30am and commence shooting at 10am. Anyone who is interested in shooting rifles or pistols are welcome to attend. Next Firearms Safety Course will be held on Sunday June 5 providing we have enough people register. If interested please phone Christine Marteene on 0429 833 052 to register.
Federal Election Day The Federal Election day is Saturday July 2, 2016. The Australian Electoral Commission is responsible for conducting federal elections and referendums and maintaining the Commonwealth electoral roll. All Australian citizens aged 18 years or over are required to vote in this election. For more information contact the Australian Electoral Commission. Public enquiries lines are open 8am to 8pm (local time), seven days a week, please call 13 23 26 (charged at a rate similar to a local call) or visit their website www.aec.gov.au
Call for volunteers Regional Development Australia Mackay-Isaac-Whitsunday are seeking community volunteers to fill committee positions. Find out more at www.rdamiw.org.au
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