CLERMONT RAG The Community Newsletter Friday May 8, 2015 2015 Mackay Region Tourism Awards Winners Outstanding achievers in the Mackay Region tourism industry were recognised and celebrated at the 2015 Mackay Region Tourism Awards Gala Dinner last Friday in Clermont. The gala dinner, hosted by Master of Ceremonies, Tania Kernaghan, was a chance for local businesses to celebrate excellence, creativity and innovation in tourism and hospitality businesses across the Mackay and Isaac regions. Stephen Schwer, General Manager of Mackay Tourism, said the nominations and submissions increased in quality this year, which was fantastic to see. “I want to congratulate all the entrants, medalists and winners this year. Nominating for a tourism award requires a lengthy submission process with information on a business plan, marketing plan, risk management strategies and sustainability plans amongst other criteria. Now I encourage all entrants to nominate for the 2015 Queensland Tourism Awards, which are now open until May 18,” Mr Schwer said. 2015 Mackay Region Tourism Awards Winners Tourist Attraction Award GOLD: Sarina Sugar Shed SILVER: Theresa Creek Dam Mackay Airport Award for Festival and Events GOLD: Mackay Beach Horse Racing Festival Specialised Tourism Services Award GOLD: Mackay Day Spa Tourist and Caravan Parks Award GOLD: Mackay Blacks Beach Holiday Park Isaac Regional Council Award for Heritage and Cultural Tourism GOLD: Clermont Historical Centre QantasLink Award for Tour and/or Transport Operators GOLD: Megaforce Charters SILVER: Mackay Transit Coaches Mackay Regional Council Award for Adventure Tourism GOLD: Rainforest Scuba Channel Seven Award for Destination Marketing GOLD: 101 things to do in the Mackay Region SILVER: Caneland Central Wall of Fortune Daily Mercury Award for Excellence in Food Tourism GOLD: Sarina Sugar Shed Tourism and Events Queensland Award for Deluxe Accommodation GOLD: Quest Mackay on Gordon SILVER: Mackay Grande Suites BRONZE: Quest Mackay Tourism Southern Cross Austereo Award for New Tourism Business GOLD: Potters Oceanside Motel SILVER: The Feathered Nest Award for Ecotourism GOLD: Rainforest Scuba Young Achiever Award GOLD: Racheal Butler, Mackay Grande Suites Outstanding Contribution by a volunteer or volunteer group GOLD: Sarina Sugar Shed SILVER: Sarina Tourist Art and Craft Centre Tourist Attraction Silver Award Winner Theresa Creek Dam Heritage and Cultural Tourism Gold Award Winner Clermont Historical Centre - Isaac Regional Council
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CLERMONT RAGThe
Community Newsletter
Friday May 8, 2015
2015 Mackay Region Tourism Awards Winners
Outstanding achievers in the Mackay Region tourism industry were recognised and celebrated at the 2015 Mackay Region Tourism Awards Gala Dinner last Friday in Clermont.
The gala dinner, hosted by Master of Ceremonies, Tania Kernaghan, was a chance for local businesses to celebrate excellence, creativity and innovation in tourism and hospitality businesses across the Mackay and Isaac regions.
Stephen Schwer, General Manager of Mackay Tourism, said the nominations and submissions increased in quality this year, which was fantastic to see.
“I want to congratulate all the entrants, medalists and winners this year. Nominating for a tourism award requires a lengthy submission process with information on a business plan, marketing plan, risk management strategies and sustainability plans amongst other criteria. Now I encourage all entrants to nominate for the 2015 Queensland Tourism Awards, which are now open until May 18,” Mr Schwer said.
2015 Mackay Region Tourism Awards Winners
Tourist Attraction AwardGOLD: Sarina Sugar ShedSILVER: Theresa Creek Dam
Mackay Airport Award for Festival and EventsGOLD: Mackay Beach Horse Racing Festival
Specialised Tourism Services AwardGOLD: Mackay Day Spa
Tourist and Caravan Parks AwardGOLD: Mackay Blacks Beach Holiday Park
Isaac Regional Council Award for Heritage and Cultural TourismGOLD: Clermont Historical Centre
QantasLink Award for Tour and/or Transport OperatorsGOLD: Megaforce ChartersSILVER: Mackay Transit Coaches
Mackay Regional Council Award for Adventure TourismGOLD: Rainforest Scuba
Channel Seven Award for Destination MarketingGOLD: 101 things to do in the Mackay RegionSILVER: Caneland Central Wall of Fortune
Daily Mercury Award for Excellence in Food TourismGOLD: Sarina Sugar Shed
Tourism and Events Queensland Award for Deluxe AccommodationGOLD: Quest Mackay on GordonSILVER: Mackay Grande SuitesBRONZE: Quest Mackay Tourism
Southern Cross Austereo Award for New Tourism BusinessGOLD: Potters Oceanside MotelSILVER: The Feathered Nest
Award for EcotourismGOLD: Rainforest ScubaYoung Achiever AwardGOLD: Racheal Butler, Mackay Grande Suites
Outstanding Contribution by a volunteer or volunteer groupGOLD: Sarina Sugar ShedSILVER: Sarina Tourist Art and Craft Centre
Tourist Attraction Silver Award Winner Theresa Creek Dam
Heritage and Cultural Tourism Gold Award WinnerClermont Historical Centre - Isaac Regional Council
Thank you everyone! It has been 12 months since we applied for a permit over the Clermont Railway Station to bring this much loved building back to life, but after much deliberation Pete and I have decided not to renew.
Whilst this was a ‘not for profit’ venture, the overheads of the station exceeded the return, and we have had to evaluate our personal cost. QLD Rail will take the station back as at the 1st May, and hopefully keep it in good repair for years to come.
From both Peter and myself we would like to thank everyone in the community who supported our idea and provided assistance, and we are very happy to see that our project provided an opportunity for a small business to test the waters. Please continue your support with the coffee shop relocating across from the station.
Thank you once again to everyone, if there is anyone interested in leasing the station I would be happy to provide contact details, or you can simply contact Qld Rail directly.
Sue Johnson
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Invitation for all growers Elders would like to invite all growers in the
Clermont and surrounding areas to a field walk of an Elder’s bred and owned variety of grain
sorghum. This is a new variety and is currently in trails across the Central Highlands, at 6 locations, in
both dryland and irrigation situations. Date Thursday 14th May 2015 8am
Breakfast and refreshments provided Location
“Wandina” 20km up the Kenlogan road It will be well sign posted from the Mackay road
and MT Mc. Please rsvp to for catering purposes
Contact details Brent Kohlhagen 0417 008 916
Angus Blair 0427 959 933
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Isaac Regional Council delivered on their commitment to the long term future of the Isaac region by adopting Isaac 2035, Council’s Community Strategic Plan earlier this week (Tuesday April 28).
Isaac Mayor Anne Baker said Council has an unwavering commitment to securing a prosperous, sustainable and resilient future for their people.
“On behalf of Council and our communities, I am pleased to present this blueprint for the future.”
“Isaac 2035 outlines how we will work together towards enabling strong, vibrant, diverse and sustainable communities for our people over the next 20 years.”
“Achieving Isaac 2035’s visions will require a united effort and we invite you all to work with us towards bringing this vision to life.”
“Our vision for the region is aligned with strategies to ensure that our goals become reality,” Mayor Baker said.
Isaac 2035 aims to strengthen the region across four key areas, with actions in place to:
• improve essential infrastructure • diversify the economy• support communities • protect the natural environment
“As a local government serving the largest mining region in the state, Council is aware that unpredictable cyclic economic conditions impact our communities, businesses and industry.
“Although our communities continue to be stoic, vibrant and resilient, Council is committed to diversifying our region in order to promote long term growth, opportunity and prosperity.”
“Isaac 2035 highlights Council’s commitment to delivering a secure and sustainable future for our children and grandchildren.”
Isaac 2035 is available at www.isaac.qld.gov.au/council/publications-and policies
Council commits to long term future of Isaac
Isaac Regional Council delivers on commitment to long term future: Mayor Anne Baker with Isaac 2035, Council’s Community Strategic Plan.
Anglican car boot sale
It’s that time of year again. Time to start cleaning out those cupboards again ready for the fourth Anglican Car Boot Sale to be held on Saturday June 13 at the Anglican Hall in Daintree Street.
The event will be similar to the previous Monster Car Boot Sale. Spaces will be available for a fee of $10 in the grounds of the Anglican Hall where you may set up a stall to sell your wares. This may be done from the boot of your car or from a table etc.
So if you• Have craft items you would like to
sell• Have excess produce or plants for
sale• You are planning a clean out but
don’t want to hold a garage sale• Have children’s gear or furniture
that you no longer need• Are a store owner with excess
stock
• Are an organisation that wants to raise money by selling something
• Or anyone else who has something to sell...
...this will be your opportunity!
A sausage sizzle will operate all morning and we will serve a delicious Devonshire Morning Tea. Come along for a browse and a social morning out.
Items donated to the Church will also be sold on the day inside the hall. If you have wares you would like to donate they will be gratefully received. Last time the range of goods was amazing and we are already assembling an interesting collection.
Remember “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure” and it’s a wonderful chance to clean out your cupboards.
For enquiries, ring 49831406.
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Public Notices
Opening hoursWednesday to Saturday9am - 3pm
Cost of entryAdult $6Child (3-12 years) $3Pensioner $4Family $15
On behalf of the RSL executive we would like to extend our heartfelt thankyou to all the servicemen, ex-servicemen, light horsemen and women, emergency services, local clubs and schools for their participation in our centenary of ANZAC commemorations dawn
service and community march to Hoods Lagoon for Isaac Regional Council’s morning community service address to remember our fallen.
Thankyou to the many people that volunteered their time in putting this Centenary of ANZAC commemorations in place with a further thankyou to the Isaac Regional Council and commemoration team for your support of this day.
You should be proud of what was achieved and the veterans and RSL salute you all for a great outcome and a great tribute to our fallen.
To the Clermont community as a whole for your overwhelming support for our Centenary of ANZAC commemorations.
Thankyou. David WardBranch President Clermont RSL Sub branch
Clermont Skate Park toilet block, new opening hours
Isaac Regional Council would like to advise that the skate park toilet block will now be open:
Monday to Thursday 7.30am to 3.15pm
Friday 7.30am to 12.45pm
Council is currently reviewing options to extend the opening hours and will inform the community of the outcome in the coming weeks.
Clermont Show public holiday, Council closures
Isaac Regional Council would like to advise Clermont, Dysart, Middlemount and Moranbah residents of the following Council closures for the Clermont Show public holiday on Wednesday May 27.
All Council Offices, Libraries, Resource Recovery Centres and Depots, the Clermont Historical Centre and the Moranbah Recycle Shop, will be closed Wednesday May 27 and will resume normal operating hours on Thursday May 28.
If you require further information please contact 1300 ISAACS(1300 472 227).
GRAHAM WEBBActing Chief Executive Officer
Clermont RSL Sub Branch
Clermont Tourist Information Centre & Clermont Historical
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School NewsClermont State School
Student of the week - Week 2:Prep B: Johanna H for a wonderful start to Term 2. Your behaviour has exceeded expections. Great work.P/1W: Isabella F for
always adding extra detail to your pictures and keeping your writing neat and tidy.1S: Tayla S for trying her hardest to complete all work in class and following all instructions given.2W: Abbi L for always being a kind friend and trying her best in everything she does.2/3A: Willem P for excellent participation in class and always trying his best. Fantastic effort.3/4B: Abbie McK for consistently being on task all week and for a great effort in identifying fractions.3/4M: Cormac H for clever mathematical thinking on your fractions number line.4/5F: Alexis L for staying focussed on all set tasks and being a positive role model. Well done.5/6J: Connor E for enthusiasm, dedication and commitment towards ANZAC Day.6C: Taleesha S for always remaining seated and working to her highest ability.LOTE: Mitch L for always following the instructions in Japanese class.Liam G for your great participation with learning the Japanese alphabet.
Student of the week - Week 3:Prep B: Flynn H for your enthusiastic approach to our English unit learning about retells.P/1W: Travis M for always working hard and trying your best to write words independently. Great job.1S: Vaishali B for making good choices in the classroom and constructing great retells in reading groups.2W: Harrison K for huge improvements with his reading levels and being the class maths superstar.2/3A: Jasper C for showing a fantastic improvement in all class work and having an excellent attitude.3/4M: Hannah L for impressive progress with your 8xtable.4/5F: Hayden S for showing outstanding behaviour and being involved in classroom discussions.
5/6J: Tyler S for your understanding of fractions.6C: Thomas McD for being an active member of class discussions and working hard at all times.LOTE: Hayden S for having a positive attitude towards all class activities.Jade A for always being ready for class and respectful member in LOTE.
Student of the WeekPrep: Nash Verschoor for the fantastic effort you have been putting in all week to our activities. Year 1: Paxton Zoutenbier
for the excellent effort you have been putting into listening to instructions and following them consistently.Year 2: Kash Johnson for being an amazing and selfless helper to both the classroom teacher and your peers. Year 3: Chloe Cavanagh for your listening and organisational skillsYear 4: Isabelle Hansen for working really hard and creating a great zoo plan during our maths investigation.
Making Jesus Real AwardEllie Howard for the way you greeted Kenyon this week. Brae Williams for the manners and courtesy you show to your friends and teachers each day shows that you are Making Jesus Real and learning from the “Greet, Speak and Treat” lessons.Campbell Martin for the way that you always greet your fellow MJR peers with a high five and a big warm smile.
St Joseph’s School
Happy 95th birthday
to a very special man,
Dave Murphy
7th May
Lots of love
From your loving family.
You constantly amaze us!
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With preparations well under way for the Clermont Show – The Isaac Region’s Show, one of the popular pre-show functions, is the 2015 Miss Showgirl announcement. Ladies looking for an enjoyable afternoon outing on Saturday 16th May need to book their tickets to the Fab Flirty Fifties High Tea by this Saturday 9th May. Tickets are available for $30 and can be purchased online at www.trybooking.com/HERL.
Sample some delectable high tea treats, boutique organic tea and enjoy a welcome drink on your arrival. With a ‘fabulous fifties’ theme and bar operating, the afternoon is one not to be missed by our local ladies. By broadening the knowledge and participation of young women in the show movement, the Showgirl Competition is also a great way for the girls to learn more about their community and their local show.
At this time, there have been no nominations received for this competition, so please consider nominating if you would enjoy this great opportunity. Perhaps you know someone who would be a perfect Showgirl entrant. Please encourage them to contact Ria for more information.
Show Committee Secretary and former participant Kate Flohr (Pickels) speaks passionately of her involvement in the Showgirl awards, “During my time as Clermont Miss Showgirl, I met so many wonderful people and had so many amazing experiences. My public speaking skills improved and I witnessed a whole other side to agricultural shows. It was a once in a lifetime experience that I will cherish forever. I would recommend any young woman to participate and grow through the Miss Showgirl Competition.”
Miss Showgirl Awards seek a young woman from the Isaac region who will represent the Clermont Show – The Isaac Region’s Show for the next 12 months. Her role is to promote the show to the youth of the Isaac community and encourage them to become involved. Miss Showgirl is selected for her presentation, knowledge and passion for the show movement, community and her state.
The Isaac competition has two sections: Junior for 15 to <18 year olds and Senior for 18 to < 28 year olds. Nominations close this Saturday May 9. Judging will take place in Clermont on Saturday morning May 16, with the winners announced at the Fab Flirty Fifties High Tea later in the afternoon. Entrants must be available for the Grand Parade on Wednesday May 27 and to assist with presentations and other pleasurable duties during the show from May 25 to 27. Winner of the senior section will represent the Isaac region at the Central Highlands finals at a Dinner in Clermont on Saturday June 20.
Organiser Marricka Clancy says, “Ladies, put on your flirty fifties outfit, bring a fabulous fifties feature for your table, gather a group of friends, book your tickets by Saturday and prepare yourself for a fantastic afternoon!”
For more High Tea information please contact Marricka 0429 027 828 or [email protected] or for the Showgirl competition, Ria 0408 964 300 or [email protected] or search for the Clermont Show on Facebook.
Clermont Show - The Isaac Region’s ShowMonday May 25 - Wednesday May 27
Clermont Show 2014 Miss Showgirls - Erin Marteene and Caitlyn McPherson
Fab Flirty Fifties High Tea for Showgirl announcement
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CLERMONT SHOW – THE ISAAC REGION’S SHOW MARKETS AND MARKETING TO MAXIMISE PROFITPlans for the Clermont Show, Cattlemen’s Challenge Field Day at Paringa Feedlot, Capella, are well under way. All beef producers wanting to learn more about maximizing their marketing opportunities, understanding the importance of feed efficiency and feeding are encouraged to attend the Field Day on Friday May 15, from 8.30am. Focusing on how to maximize profitability by better understanding marketing options, the day is certain to be of interest to all in the beef business planning to market cattle in a year when the summer wet season did not eventuate for the second successive year.
Competition steers have been at “Paringa” on a grain ration since early February. Inspection of the challenge cattle and assessment of their weight performances over the last three months will begin the day’s program. Vendors will select three steers to go to the show for judging and one steer to be evaluated on its carcase
quality and entered in the Taste Test Competition at the show on Tuesday May 26. After the steers have been selected, some of the vendors will explain the reasons why they have chosen their carcase steer: what they looked for in their selection; weight, teeth, conformation, fat depth or a combination of these specifications.
A tour of the feedlot by manager, Justin Dooley has been arranged. Although this is targeted towards the school groups who are attending the day, all field day participants are welcome to join in.
Cattlemen’s Challenge Secretary, Lauren Williams, DAF, Mackay has advised that guest speakers for the Q&A forum are Craig Price, Livestock General Manager at Kilcoy Pastoral Company and Ben Thomas, Market Analyst with MLA.
Topics for discussion include the importance of feed efficiency, feeding
options, how grain feeding fits into the beef market, understanding the requirement for 100 day grain feeding, end weight, MSA/chiller assessment, where beef /cattle are markets heading and opportunities in China.
The field day is being organized by the Clermont Show Beef Cattle Committee and hosted by the Philip and Deborah Reid, with BBQ lunch and refreshments provided through the generous support of Riverina Stockfeeds. Anyone interested in beef production is welcome to attend.
For more information please contact David Conachan (49835389) or Lauren Williams (0467804287)
FOR CASH SALES, PLEASE CONTACT CAMERON OR JANETTE (LANDMARK CLERMONT, 4983 1022)
FOR CATERING PURPOSES, BOOKINGS AND PAYMENT MUST BE FINALISED BY 5PM, WEDNESDAY 20TH MAY
Thank you to the valued sponsors of this year’s Beef Dinner Hanrick Curran Burnett Group of Companies Thomas Borthwick & Sons
IMPORTANT: Any ticket bookings that remain unpaid after 20th May will be cancelled.
Payment is accepted via cash, cheque or EFT. Landmark: cash payments only, no account sales. Invoices and receipts are available. Contact Amanda for details.
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www.isaac.qld.gov.au 1300 ISAACS
LIBRARY HAPPENINGS
Join your local library You can become a library member by filling in our membership form which you can find online at www.isaac.qld.gov.au/libraries or talk to one of our Library Officers for assistance. Your library card will connect you to thousands of resources found in our eight libraries.
Opening Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8.30am to 5pmWednesday 8.30am to 8pmSaturday 9am to 12pmSunday Closed
Exploring iPad and Android TabletsWant to learn something new on your iPad or Android tablet?
Want to use an iPad or Android Tablet?
Our next FREE workshop will be exploring iPads and Android tablets.
Happy Mother’s Day!It’s a special day for mothers and grandmothers this Sunday May 10 as it’s Mother’s Day. It’s a day for mothers and grandmothers to relax and be pampered and for their families to show how much they appreciate them. You don’t have to buy mum and grandma expensive, fancy presents to show how much you love them, as a handmade card made with plenty of love will do the job.
Here is a simple recipe to make for that special Mother’s Day breakfast or brunch.Fruit Kebab DippersMakes 12Preparation time: 20 minutesCooking time: 1 minute
Ingredients: 12 strawberries, hulled2 kiwifruit, peeled,2 slices pineapple, peeled¼ small rockmelon, seeded, peeled12 coloured straws¼ cup chocolate hazelnut spread¼ cup honey¼ cup hundreds and thousands
Step 1. Chop fruit into even-sized chunks and thread onto the straws.Step 2. Place the chocolate hazelnut spread and honey in separate microwave safe bowls. Heat each in the microwave on medium (50%) power for 20 seconds or until runny.Step 3. Drizzle the chocolate hazelnut spread and honey over the fruit kebabs.Step 4. Pour the hundreds and thousands onto a plate and coat the fruit kebabs in them.(Recipe from The Women’s Day Nursery Rhyme Cookbook, available for loan from the Clermont Library).
Library events calendar onlineTo keep up with Isaac Library events go to www.isaac.qld.gov.au/library-programs.
Free Ipad and android tablet workshops at Clermont LibraryThe Clermont Library’s free Technology Trendsetter workshops have been very popular for the past 3 months. Get ready for some more great how to’s, tips and apps on android tablets and Ipads at the next five workshops.
WORKSHOP DATES
Android Tablets Ipad Tablets AppSmashing Computer Class
25th May 9.30am to 10am 10.30am to 11am 11.30am to 12.30pm 1pm to 2pm
10th June 9.30am to 10am 10.30am to 11am 11.30am to 12.30pm 1pm to 2pm
22nd June 9.30am to 10am 10.30am to 11am 11.30am to 12.30pm 1pm to 2pm
Library program/event bookingsBookings for all library programs are essential. To make a booking, call the Clermont Library on 4846 3746.
New arrivalsRecent arrivals in large print include the following:The Buried Giant by Kazuo IshiguroSons of Sparta by Jeffrey SigerCarnal Curiosity by Stuart WoodsThe Drop by Dennis LehaneClam Wake by Mary Daheim
Families read togetherMay is National Family Reading MonthReading is a great activity that all the family can enjoy and to encourage children to read, be their role model – be seen reading a book, newspaper…anything!
For more reading tips, visit the Dads Read link on the State Library of Queensland website at http://www.slq.qld.gov.au/whats-on/programs/dadsread
Until next time, see you at the Library. Sue and Laura
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Tai Chi For HealthRegular Wednesday ClassesAt the Senior Citizen’s Hall
For more information please contact: Sue Flynn on 49833472 or 0418 719198.
Children love Baby Bounce, Storytime and Craft and Rhymetime
Servicemen’s ClubOpening hours are 5.30pm to 6.30pm Wednesday and 5.30pm until late on Friday.
Come on down and join us on a Friday night for a quiet drink and a chat.
Clermont Community Housing & Other Services IncAGENTS for: Centrelink, Medicare and Child Support Emergency Relief Vouchers, Emergency Housing, Low Income Housing
ALL EVENT SCHEDULES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE BY EMAIL REQUEST
27th May SHOW
PUBLIC HOLIDAY
Tuesday 26th May
Clermont Show - The Isaac Region's Show 2015 Highlights. Don't miss... Rooftop Express Arena Spectacular, Horse events, Pavilion Displays, Show Rides, Family Entertainment, Dogs,
Noah's Thoroughbred Racing Pigs, McDonald'sTravelling Farms, Fireworks, Working Cattle Dogs , Main Bar, Trade & Machinery Displays, BIG Pumpkin Competition, Food stalls, Stud, Beef & Commercial Cattle , Face Art by Jennie,
Woodchop (incl. State of Origin Event), Poultry and Caged Birds and much, much more!For more information please phone 4983 3023, email [email protected] or find us on Facebook - Clermont Show
PLEASE CHECK YOUR LOCAL COUNCIL OFFICE, LIBRARY OR NEWSAGENCY FOR COPIES OF EVENT SCHEDULES
4pm Young Judges' Competition ~ Grain (Stud Bull Ring)
2pm The Rooftop Express Arena Spectacular. Final Show
12:30pm approx. Cattlemen's Challenge ANZ Taste Test Competition (Agents' Kiosk)
4pm - 12 midnight: FAMILY NIGHT! Sideshow Alley! Show bags! Food! Licenced Bar! Live Entertainment!
3pm Belyando Bull Bonanza Sale (Sale Yards)
2:30pm Young Farmer's Challenge (Main Arena)
3pm State of Origin Woodchop
9:45am Cooking entries close 10am Home Produce, Horticulture, Floral Art entries close Pavilion is closed until completion of judging (approx. 2pm)
9am Prime Beef Cattle Auction12pm Commonwealth Bank BIG Pumpkin Competion entries close (Heritage Building)
6pm Six Bar Show Jumping
6:30pm Beef Dinner Heritage Building, Clermont Showgrounds. Tickets $45, on sale until Wednesday 20th May.
7pm The Rooftop Express Arena Spectacular! The Rooftop Express is a first class arena spectacular show that features world first stunts, true blue Australian comedy and awe-inspiring horsemanship.
8pm Fireworks Extravaganza; Live Entertainment7:30am Show Jumping; 8:30am Hacks, Rider Classes
8am Young Judges' Competition - Stud Cattle
9am Woodchop commences
11am Young Judges' Competition - Beef Cattle
1pm - Grand Parade Following the Grand Parade there will be a number of presentations, including: Supreme Champion Hack, Beef Cattle Charity Class and
Commonwealth Bank BIG Pumpkin Competition
2015 Isaac Region Rural Ambassador CompetitionDo you have a strong commitment to the rural industries and an involvement and passion for the Agricultural Show movement? Entrants must be aged between 20 and 30 years.
8am Stud Cattle Judging, Show Jumping; 8:30am Led Classes, Hacks
Cattlemen's Challenge Field Day, Paringa Feedlot 8:30am - Cattle weighing and inspection, selection of Carcass Competition steer 9:00am - Cattlemen's insight: "Meeting Market Specs" , feedlot inspection, smoko 10:30am - Forum Session: "Markets and Marketing" , BBQ Lunch
5pm Photography Division entries close
12noon Schoolwork entries close; 4:30pm Scrap Booking entries close
12noon Fine Arts entries close
5pm Venerables entries close
Poultry & Caged Bird entries close. Birds are to be penned between 2pm and 6pm Monday 25th May
9am Beef Cattle Judging
11am Dressage
12noon Handicraft entries close; 6:00pm Needlework & Craft entries close
22nd May
Monday 25th May
CLERMONT SHOW - THE ISAAC REGION'S SHOWEvent and Details
Sideshow Alley pre-purchase discounted tickets go on sale today! $30 worth of tickets for just $25!
Purchase your tickets from Portal Entertainment, Middlemount Newsagency or [email protected]. Tickets available only until Monday 25th May. Please note that tickets CANNOT be used to purchase Show Bags.
16th May
Fab, Flirty, Fifties High Tea and Announcement of Isaac Region Miss Showgirl Blair Athol Hall, Clermont. Doors open 1:00pm for a 1:30pm start. Tickets $30 each.
Purchase tickets online only at www.trybooking.com/HERL. Individual tickets or tables of 8 available. Ticket sales close midday next Saturday 9th May.Tickets will not be available after Saturday 9th May. Tickets are non-refundable.
Religious Notices New Creation Fellowship Clermont‘Come As You Are’Service time 10am SundaysScout Hall, Daintree StreetPS Trevor & Roxanne Cole4983 3980
Sonrise Central QueenslandJoin Us! Sunday Service 9amHorse Riding Wednesday 3.30pmKids Club Friday 4pm-5.30pmCLAW Youth Friday 7pm-9pm58 Capella Street, ClermontWe are an ACC (AOG) Church. Everyone welcome.
Phone:Ps Allan Kelly 0417 095 918 Ps Renita Kelly 0408 063 123 Ps Judy Anne Dalrymple 0413 761 778
Clermont Pensioners League meet every 2nd Monday of the month at the Senior Citizens Hall at 2pm.
Country Women’s Association meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month at 11am at the QCWA Hall, Sirius Street. Meeting is followed by light lunch.
Clermont Camera Social Club will be meeting monthly. For details phone Karen 0409 831 615, Sally 0437 835 223 or Jo 0433 328 008. Find us on Facebook.
Clermont Community Housing & Other Services Inc meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 4pm at ‘Lagoona’, 2 Lime Street.
Clermont Community and Business Group (CCBG) monthly meetings held 5.30pm, Shop 3, 42 Daintree Street. Meetings consistent with Clermont Cattle Sale dates. Dates for meetings: May 13, June 17, July 22, August 19, September 16, October 14, November 18
SSAA meetings held at the Range on 3rd Sunday of the month at 12 midday.
Clermont Senior Citizens Association hold their meeting on the 4th Thursday after activities at 11am.
Monash Lodge Inc meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 4pm at Monash Lodge.
Clermont Meals On Wheels meetings are held every alternate month on the 2nd Monday at 2pm at Monash Lodge. New members would be very welcome.
The Peak Down Masonic Lodge No. 32 (Clermont) will be holding their next lodge meeting on the 18 May at 7.30pm at the Masonic Lodge on the corner of Lime and Karmoo Street, Clermont.
The Clermont Men’s Shed and garden is open every Wednesday between 9am and 12pm, Powerhouse Lane (high school end of Jellicoe St). All are welcome. For further information please call Cheryl Currie on 0400 592 402.
The Clermont Health Network meets every quarter. This is a community meeting and networking opportunity for all interested health workers, businesses or people with an interest in the health matters. Dates for meetings: May 20, August 19, November 18. For further information please call Jackie Martin on 0409 947 324.
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MAY9 Clermont Bears home game13 Clermont Cattle Sale15 Cattlemen’s Challenge Field Day - Paringa feedlot16 Clermont Showgirl judging and High Tea16 Clermont Bears home game17 Clermont Junior Soccer carnival21 Clermont Forum meeting Commercial Lounge23 Community Golf Day - Clermont Golf Club26 Clermont Show Sale25-27 Clermont Show30 Clermont Bears home game
JUNE6-7 Clermont Pony Club Campdraft School and Campdraft7 Mistake Creek State School fun run11 Clermont Forum meeting Commercial Lounge11 Australian Government Mobile Service Centre Visit11-14 Clermont Gold Cup Campdraft13 Anglican Monster Car Boot Sale13 Clermont Bears home game17 Clermont Cattle Sale18 Clermont Patchworkers Annual Cent Sale20 CHASS Showgirl & Rural Ambassador judging20 Clermont Bears home game
JULY4 Paint & Sip Night, Scout Hall 18 Clermont Races23 Clermont Forum meeting Commercial Lounge26 Clermont Junior Soccer carnival31 Hopgood Charolais Bull Sale
AUGUST1 Clermont Bears home game14 Community Golf Day - Clermont Golf Club14 - 15 Clermont Gold & Coal Festival 19 Clermont Cattle Sale23 - 28 Clermont ICPA Sports camp
SEPTEMBER2 Smiling for Smidday 10th year challenge5 Anglican Church Spring Time afternoon tea and Cent Sale8 Kilcummin/Twin Hills Roundtable12 QCWA 90 Year’s Celebration 16 Clermont Cattle Sale22 Clermont Bull Sale
OCTOBER3 Glencore Challenge Rugby League Carnival8 Burenda Angus/Brangus Bull Sale14 Clermont Cattle Sale28 Clermont Beef Expo and Billa Park Simmental Bull Sale
NOVEMBER 6 St Mary’s Christmas Fair7 Community Golf Day - Clermont Golf Club10 Mistake Creek Roundtable14 Clermont Races18 Clermont Cattle Sale20-22 Art Exhibition Clermont Civic Centre Supper Room DECEMBER9 Clermont Cattle Sale
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Health Matters
Getting the most out of your winter junior sportGiving your children the opportunity to play sport could be one of the best gifts you ever give them. Consider the benefits:
Health benefits• Develops a wide range of motor
skills e.g. balance, running, catching, jumping, throwing.
• Improves co-ordination, flexibility, strength and fitness.
• Develops healthy and active habits that will influence future lifestyles.
• Helps manage a healthy weight.
• Encourages healthy growth of developing bodies.
Social benefits• Improves confidence and self
esteem.
• Develops cooperation and teamwork.
• Opportunity to have fun and meet friends.
Personal benefits• Improves concentration skills and
ability to manage anxiety and stress.
• Increases capacity for learning and productivity.
• Develops values such as respect, fair play and personal excellence.
Children want to have fun, learn new things and be with their friends.
Children have a great sporting experience when parents, coaches and officials are positive and supportive.
Children want their parents to:• Support them and give them
encouragement.
• Be proud of them, no matter what.
• Understand their sport and be interested and involved.
• Come and watch them play.
• Be realistic about their abilities and skill level.
Children don’t want their parents to:• Embarrass them through abusing
coaches, officials or other children.
• Yell critical comments during or after the game.
• Pressure them to set goals or achievements.
Strategies for game dayBefore the game• Encourage your children to have a
go, do their best and have fun!
• Tell them that you are proud of them, no matter what the outcome.
• Remind them to treat every person like they would like to be treated.
• During the game
• Cheer for your children and recognise good play – even if its another team member or an opponent. There are other parents watching the game too and they will appreciate your good sportsmanship.
• Keep it positive, don’t criticise or give instructions from the sidelines.
• Respect the decision-making of the coaches and officials.
After the gameCongratulate your children, their team and coach.
Everyday strategies for parents• Get the family involved. Your
children will love it if you could all get active and healthy together. Perhaps you could join an open sports team or be an assistant coach, official or run the canteen.
• Be proud of your children, especially when they have a go at something new, or make a mistake but have the courage to try it again.
• Balance your enthusiasm. It’s great to cheer and be excited but check with your children just in case they find it a little too much.
• Revisit your club ‘Parents Code of Ethics’ to see what values the club has about parent support. If your club doesn’t have one, why not encourage them to implement one? Visit True Sport Lives Here website at www.sportrec.qld.gov. au for an example.
• Practice with your children at home, watch games with them on television or take them to a state or national level game.
• Listen to your children. Make sure they know you support them in their sporting pursuits and are interested in their goals, aspirations and challenges. Ask them if they would like to try other sports or activities.
• Leave the coaching to the coach. If you are really keen, perhaps speak to the club and see how you can get training or become a volunteer.
• Watch a game… or two… or all!
• Your children will love to have you on the sidelines cheering for them – no matter what the score! Other parents and children are watching and learning from your behaviour.
• Remember that children want to have fun. Ask them if they had fun before asking them if they won.
• Come along to training sessions and cheer. You can use this opportunity to talk to the coach and see how you can support.
And remember…. Protect, Prevent, Live Well
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SPORTS NEWS
Clermont Sports CentreGeneral SessionTimetableMay 1 to May 31 Jupiter Street Clermont 07 4983 1422
All classes included in gym membership or $15 for casual passesBert’s Place Kids Club– Childcare daily hours. 0-5yrs. Tuesday to Friday. Bookings essential.
SundayRevolution 1 hour 9.30amRip express 30 mins 10.30am
CLASS DESCRIPTONSTRX 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. Intermediate Monday, Friday and Saturdays.
Rip Group RxA high intensity strength conditioning class using barbell and light weights. 1 hour in duration. Bring towel and water bottle! $15.00 casual/free for members. Rip Express is a 45min major muscle group workout. THUMP boxing for fitness1 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. $15 per class, free for gym members.Beach Volleyball FixturesSeason 1 draws. 6.30pm. Feb to June. Junior Mixed Indoor Volleyball8-14 years nominations now open. $6.00 per week & $15 registration fee. Thursday afternoons 5.30pm Indoor Volleyball Fixtures Season 1 draw runs Thursday nights throughout Term 1 & 2 start time 6.30pm &7.30pm timeslots . Mixed teams. Tuesday Ladies Volleyball Fixtures Season 1 draw runs Tuesday mornings throughout Term 1 and 2 start time 9.15am and 10.15am. Tight Arse Tuesday’s$7.00 gym passes and squash. Don’t get offended get active!YogaA 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. $15 for casuals . $6.00 for children up to 14 years. Power Yoga is not suitable for children under 10 years of age.Pregnancy PilatesA low impact pilates class which focuses on pelvic floor, posture and general strength and well being for pregnant ladies who have been cleared to exercise during their pregnancy. Bookings essential. Pilates- Level 1 Matwork 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. SPIN/RevolutionNew equipment, 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.
Childcare now availableBert’s Place Kids Club operates Mon-Fri. Bookings are essential. 0-5years of age. School age kids welcome during school holidays.
7 Jupiter St Clermont, 07 4983 1422
Clermont Show holiday Wednesday May 27 - closed.
www.clermontsportscentre.com Don’t forget to like our facebook page for class changes and updates.
Clermont Tigers Football Club (Soccer) Further information or to contact the Club:
• Check out our FaceBook page ‘Clermont Tigers Junior Football Club’
• ‘Like’ us for up-to-date messages or post your queries
Vets GolfSixteen vets played a stroke competition and the winner was Peter Beale with run downs to Lyn Ilott, Gary Manion and Lee Gordon. Least putts 14 to Lyn Ilott.
Vets hit off at 9.30am on Thursdays
Clermont Clay Target ClubMonthly shoot 4th Sunday of each month. 9.30am start and practice is held on most Tuesdays after 5pm. Contact Wayne Johnson on 0149 698 228 or email [email protected]
Clermont Tennis ClubContact Sandra Strohfeldt 4983 1435 or Robert Holmes 0448 831 694.
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Clermont Branch IncWanting to become a member? Contact 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.
We will be holding a gun safety course on Sunday May 17 at the range,
beginning at 8am. Please be there at approximately 7.30am to complete the paperwork. If interested in doing this course, give Christine a call on 0400 833 052 to register.
Madabout FitnessMonthly timetable MayAll classes and open gym are $12.5041 James Road, ClermontMadonna 0448 007 263
Monday 9.45am Gut and Butt Blast4.30pm – 5.30pm WOD5.45pm Gut and Butt Blast
Sunday 6.30am – 7.30pm Open GymOpen gym is only available to Madabout Fitness clientele.
Class DescriptionGut and Butt Blastis 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.
Workout Of the Day (WOD)This is a board based program, working along the principles of H.I.I.T where you are able to come in and complete the workout in your own time.What is H.I.I.T?High-intensity interval training is a training technique, which commands full effort through quick, intense bursts of exercise followed by active recovery periods. This form of exercise uses power and cardio, keeping the heart rate high and metabolizing fat at the same time. Open GymThis 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.Lets LiftThis program has been designed to target the eight large muscle groups in a 45 minute whole body workout. This is achieved through the use of barbell and Dumbbell weights. This class is suitable for every fitness level.Mad GRITThis is a 30min program incorporating core, strength and cardio based exercise, ideal for total fitness development.THUMP Boxingis a moderate to high intensity cardio boxing class. This class is specifically effective in defining the body’s musculature, while improving balance, flexibility, and co-ordination. The cardio component uses the body’s energy systems and improves your ability to use oxygen, helping you to work harder for longer and burn fat in the process.
Clermont GolfWinners of the 27 Hole Foursome Championship are as follows: A Grade Jamie Beale and George Olzard. Runners up Peter Messer and Ross Faint.B Grade Warren Marr and John Wood. Runners up Reg Olzard and Mick Burgess.C Grade Ned McFarlane and Doug Lawrence.
Open pin shot to Peter Messer and Ross Faint , approach shots to Jamie Beale and George Olzard, Ned McFarlane and Doug Lawrence.
Ladies winners were Cath Allwood and Kathy McGuiness, with runners up Sandy Rieck and Beryl Maguire. Both pin shots to Sandy Rieck and Beryl Maguire.
This Sunday Mothers’ Day Mixed 4BBB Stableford plus Men’s Overflow.
Clermont Rifle Association IncResults for 900 metres Clermont Range May 3NB: Highest Scores possible are:Fullbore – 105.21, F class – 126.21
Fullbore score C. Solomon 99.7L. Solomon 85.3J. Thornhill 88.4
F. Class scoreN. Byrne 106S. Soar 105.4
Next Weekend Clermont Open Prize Shoot. 8am start on both Saturday and Sunday.
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 [email protected]
Clermont Junior GolfResults for Saturday May 26 Hole Nett winner B. Mahoney (countback),runner up L. Daniels Putts H. Smith
3 Hole Div 1Nett winner C. Mahoney, runner up K. WaereaPutts H. Mahoney
3 Hole Div 2Nett winner N. Verschoor, runner up M. ThornburyPutts I . Duncan
Congratulations to Braydon Mahoney on his move up to 9 holes. Well done.
Good Luck to our players travelling to the Moranbah Junior Open tomorrow. Regular home game this Saturday for all juniors not travelling to Moranbah.
Dates to remember : Emerald Junior Open May 30
Parents please arrive 30 minutes prior to tee off time for all home games.
Tee off times3 Holes 9am 6 Holes 8.30am9 Holes 8am18 Holes 7am
Please contact Toni McFarlane 0438 689 919 or email [email protected] for any further information.
HOCH & WILKINSON—CLERMONT’S LOCAL & INDEPENDENT REAL ESTATE
Next Clermont Cattle Sale: Wednesday 13th May 2015
Fully fenced 1/4 acre block / air con-ditioning in each bedroom and living
area / covered patio
25 French Street
$290,000 Neg 3 1 2
Renovated kitchen & bathroom / solar panels / large 1/4 acre block /
entertaining deck / work shop
78 Daintree Street
$310,000 Neg 3 2 1
Split system air conditioning / wooden deck / lockable garage /
607m2 block in great location
PRICE REDUCTION!
PRICE REDUCTION!
Clermont Cattle Sale Wednesday 13th May 2015 Commencing 9am 530hd Cattle Booked Comprising 80 Droughtmaster x Steers 8-10 months 50 Brahman x Steers 8-10 months 65 Euro x Steers 8-10 months TOTAL 195 40 Santa x Heifers 8-10 months 50 Brahman x Heifers 8-10 months 40 Droughtmaster x Heifers 8-10 months 105 Euro x Heifers 8-10 months TOTAL 235 100 Prime Cattle TOTAL 100 TOTAL HEAD 530
For more information contact your preferred agent Aust. Livestock- 0418 792 725 Elders- 49831388 Hoch & Wilkinson- 49831555
HOCH & WILKINSON - CLERMONT’S LOCAL & INDEPENDENT REAL ESTATE
Lot 1: “Melrose” 2.5km East of Clermont, southern side Spoonbill Rd Lot 229-230/CLM 63 (approx 316 acres) 3 bedroom homestead + office, open plan kitchen, dining & lounge, plus out-
door areas and an established garden. Several sheds, storage & stables Dam with solar panel & floating pump supplying house, yards & paddocks. Steel stockyards c/w loading ramp, CIA head bale & Breckon calf cradle Subdivided 3 paddocks (1 x sheep proof, 2 x 4 barb steel & timber posts) Predominately pulled scrub country, Buffle with Seca Stylo influence, approx
200 acres old cultivation.
AUCTION Saturday 30th May 2015—10:00am on site For further information please contact: John Wilkinson 0429 832 797 Tony Hoch 0448 831 553 Jake Passfield 0488 588 044 Livestock & Property
Lot 2: “Portion of Melrose” 2.5km East of Clermont, Northern side of
Spoonbill Rd Lot 226/CLM63 (approx 114 acres) Access to town water, power near by Predominately cultivation
