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The Brown Family, Back: L-R Glen Brown, Evie Brown, Lisa Brown, Raymond Brown, Front: Dawn Brown (Citizen of the Year) and husband Tim Brown

L-R Mayor Raymond Brown, Cr Carolyn Tillman, Richard Thornbury (Festival of Culture and Camel Races), Professor David Tudehope (Australia Day Ambassador) and Cr Ray Jamieson.

L-R Richard Thornbury, David Gunther and Lou Thornbury (Tara and Festival of Culture and Camel Races Committee members), Dawn Brown, Matthew Prain (Sports Administrator/Coach Official award)

The Tara Bowls Club was the venue for the 2014 Australia Day Awards ceremony for the Tara district. The afternoon kicked off at 3pm with Community Development Officer, Sharon O'Shea, welcoming guests to the event and detailing the afternoon's activities. She introduced Cr Ray Jamieson who welcomed the guest speaker, Professor David Tudehope, the Australia Day Ambassador.

Cr Jamieson then announced the recipients of the Australia Day Awards, with Professor Tudehope presenting the Awards. Also attending the event was WDRC Mayor Ray Brown and Cr Carolyn Tillman.

Citizen of the Year: Dawn Brown. Dawn is from Moonie and moved to the district some 50 years ago, working beside husband Tim to develop their farming property. Dawn has always been a community minded person and has been involved with the Moonie P&C and Isolated Children & Parents Association, QCWA and Tara Show Society. Dawn is a Life Member of the Moonie Sports Club and Tara Arts and Crafts.

Junior Sports Achievement Award: Sean Geraghty. Sean has had a lifelong association with athletics and horses and has been competing at Pony Club events and local shows since the age of 3. Sean has had a very successful couple of years, culminating in a Show Jumping win at the National Interschool Titles in Western Australia, as well as being part of the Overall Show Jumping Champion team.

Sports Administrator/Coach/Official Award: Matthew Prain. Matthew has been a participant and organizer of a great number of sports in the district for many years, including the Tara Cricket Club, Tara & District Cricket Association, Tara Race Club, Tara Squash Club, Tara Senior Rugby League, Tara Touch Football, Tara Bowls Club and Tara Golf Club.

The Community Project/Event of the Year Award: Tara Festival of Culture and Camel Races. This is the seventh Festival of Culture and Camel Races for Tara, which is held every two years and is run by the Tara Futures Group and community members. The event also took out the Regional Award for the WDRC area. Tara Futures Group President, Richard Thornbury, accepted the award on behalf of the group.

Many enjoyed a game of bowls after the ceremony. A BBQ dinner concluded the day's program.

Fay Eley

2014 Australia Day Awards forTara District

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It’s on again! The Annual Flinton Races, to be held Easter Saturday, 19 April, 2014, has grown from strength to strength each year. This year’s race meeting will be no different with a full five race program and $42,000 in prize money up for grabs. The usual bookies’ ring will be in operation where happy punters can bet on the local and interstate races while following the action on the big screens.

Gates open at 11.30am and the day kicks off at noon with a complimentary finger food luncheon courtesy of the Committee. The St George Lions Club will be out in force providing bar and BBQ all day. The Lions Club will also be on deck Sunday morning to provide breakfast for those camping. Please remember to bring your cash as there are no Eftpos facilities available on the banks of the Moonie River!

Guests are able to book a table under the shade of the bough shed; $25 secures you and your guests a table for eight and a bottle of champagne. Please email Cindy Coggan to book - pccoggan@bordernet.com.au. Families are well catered for and the kids will be entertained all day on the free jumping castle. The evening kicks off with an amazing fireworks display and then rolls into the night with a live band and DJ.

The Flinton Race Club Committee has been hard at work all year on a new shower and toilet block. Free camping is available next to the race course.

Ladies and gents, make sure you dress to impress as Fashions on the Field will once again take place. Last year’s entries saw a bevy of gorgeous fillies and many handsome lads battle it out for top fashion honours.

For those who are fleet of foot and fit, be ready to contest the Flinton Dash Footrace to be held on the track following the last race. There is $1,000 cash up for grabs and the glory of being written into the Flinton History Books.

To get to Flinton, simply head west on the Moonie Highway; the Flinton turn off is 12km past Westmar on the right hand side. From St George, the turn off is 110km on the left.

Gillian Meppem-Mott

Easter Saturday19th April 2014

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A Note From the EditorIt’s hard to believe March is here already, it feels as though the year has just begun, yet here we are almost at Easter again! With March of course comes the change of season, and the start of Autumn and hopefully some cooler weather, maybe even some rain if we’re lucky!

This month we have a wonderful story from one of our new contributors, Chantahl Stedman, who has written a story on the very talented photographer, Scott Bridle. You will see some of his amazing photographs and read all about his story on pages 12 - 13 of this edition.

We also have another new contributor from the local area, Cindy Coggan of Meandarra, who brings us a story of the Australian Interschool Equestrian Championships which you can find on page16 of this edition.

There are some exciting events coming up in the region; The Annual Tara Show, the Teelba Race Day as well as the Flinton Races which you can read all about in this edition. Keep an eye out in next month’s edition for all the photos from these wonderful events!

Enjoy your first Autumn Edition of the Tara & District Magazine for 2014.

Jessica Flynn

On the CoverPhoto taken by Scott Bridle. See our feature story on Scott Bridle on pages 12 and 13.

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7 Tara Showgirl Casino Night

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17 APRIL MAGAZINE DEADLINE

22 Teelba Phantom Race Day

22 Wondoan Races

22 Jandowae Show

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APRIL2 Tara Ladies Bowls Club - Presidents Day

19 Flinton Races

19 Camp Oven Comedy - Monogorilby Hall. Starts Midday. Dinner and Show, 6pm-- Pig on spit with vegies. Feature Artist Jack Drake. Phone 4165 8121.

26 Myall Park Botanic Garden - New Hybrid Launch

MAY3 Tara Catholic Fete and Auction St Joseph’s School ground 9am - 5pm. Stalls, BBQ, Bar, Cent Auction, Raffles, Children’s Entertainment.

Auction starts at 9a.m. Listings to Tara Rural Supplies - David Gunther 46653366

10 Annual Burrandowan Picnic Races

JUNE6-9 Jandowae Timbertown Festival www.jandowaetimbertown.org.au. Stallholders required - contact

Kelly: 0402 313 096 the kitty on his second last effort.

7 Tour de Meandarra - Cycling Ride

• Blackbutt Markets - 3rd Sunday of the month

• Chinchilla Markets - 3rd Sunday of the month. Ph. 4665 7556

• Hivesville Country Markets - 4th Sunday of each month at Hivesville Sports Grounds Ph: 0459 493 511

• Kingaroy Artists’ Cottage Markets - 2nd Saturday of the month Ph: 416 36977

• Kingaroy Senior Citizens Markets - 3rd Saturday of the month. Ph: 4164 4130

• Kumbia Markets - only held on the 5th Saturday of the month, in months that there is a 5th Saturday 4163 6548

• Jandowae Markets - 4th Sunday of the month, Lion’s Park 4668 5486 or 4668 5408

• Miles Markets - 2nd Saturday of the month, 8:30am - 12 noon. St Luke’s, Dawson Street, Miles. Ph. 4627 1757

• Murgon Markets - Queen Elizabeth Park 2nd Sunday of the month 4168 2784

• Nanango Markets - 1st Saturday of the month 0427 631 273 or 4162 7300

• Wondai Markets - 4th Saturday of the month 4168 5926

• Tara Markets - Held first Saturday of each month. Site fee $5.00 stall holders. Ring Bob 4668 2233 or 4668 2127

• Warra Country Markets - 2nd Saturday of the month, Warra Park, Warrego Highway Ph: 468 1113 or 0422 828 762

• Dalby Showground Markets - 3rd Saturday of each month (except April) from 7am - Dalby Showgrounds - Nicholson Street, Dalby. Ph: 0429 696 775

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Upcoming Events

Activities by Tara Futures GroupTara Futures Group Committee has a few new faces this year and is hoping to attract more people to be a part of the Group.

The Committee held a workshop with SVA Consulting on the 24th January to look at the results of the survey sent out in December and to see what we need to do to improve Tara.

The first priority seems to be that we need to change the image of Tara, as at present, Tara is portrayed as a less than desirable place to live and to work. By working together, we will try to change the way Tara is perceived and to promote our town as a good, country environment to bring kids up in and to attract people to invest and settle here in housing and businesses.We need more positive publicity and a general sense of local community as well as better infrastructure in our town.

Tara Futures Group holds its meetings ever second Thursday of the month, with the next meeting being held on 13th March. The meetings are held at the Tara Council meeting room at 6pm.

We have a Facebook page under Tara Futures Group if anyone is interested in adding any achievements they may have about themselves from Tara or from the rest of the District.

The Email address is: tarafuturesgroup@ymail.com and the web site is www.taradistrict.com.au.

We would like to include your event on the web site; so if you have an event coming up in the district, you can email your details to us and it will be put on the site.

There will be a ‘shop locally’ campaign run in Tara by Tara Businesses starting on Friday, the 7th March with 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes being draw on the Thursday before Easter. The forms for this can be obtained from Tara Hardware and Tara Rural Supplies.

Linda MitchellAdmin Support Officer

Teelba Phantom Race DayOnce again, the Teelba P&C Association is excited to announce that their biennial Teelba Phantom Race Day will be held on the 22nd March, 2014, commencing at 2:00pm. The objective of the fundraiser is to use all funds raised towards curriculum enrichment, including new technologies in the classroom for all 23 students of the school.

It is a great, family fun day out at ‘The Races’. These races are somewhat unique as there will be no horses on site, but there will be horses running on the big screen and betting with ‘funny money’ available.

On arrival, you can purchase a ‘Funny Money Starter Pack’ which you can use to bet on any or all of the eight pre-recorded races shown on a big screen (similar to the TAB, but using ‘play money’ instead of the real thing). Bets can be placed with one of five sets of ‘questionable’ bookies. And if you are running low on ‘funny money,’ you can purchase additional betting money at minimal cost. At the conclusion of the races, an auction will be held. Smaller auction items, donated by our very special sponsors, can be purchased at auction using winnings and left over ‘funny money’ from the races.

Due to the generosity of the Maranoa Regional Council, our event is able to offer FREE ENTRY and FREE CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES, including jumping castle and merry-go-round. St George Mobile Kindergarten will also be in attendance with a number of activities and toys to keep the kids entertained.

For more information, please contact Bindy Lasker 4669 5262 or Brenda McMillan 4669 5198.

Brenda McMillan

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Tara Combined Districts Development Group (TCDDG) are looking for a part time administration support worker. Our organisation started over five years ago and was born out of the amalgamation of Tara Shire council into the Western Downs Regional Council. We wanted the communities of the old Tara Shire to still have a united voice to council and other forms of government. Our organisations is made of representatives of the communities of Tara, Moonie, Westmar, Flinton, Inglestone, Glenmorgan, Meandarra, Hannaford and The Gums.

We meet every three months and each community discusses ideas and issues facing their individual communities. We brainstorm ideas on ways to fix these issues; from funding options to help with events and other

community activities. One of our achievements was helping with funds to establish the Tara and District Magazine. We are looking for a part time paid person for 2 days a month to help with the running of our organisation. The hours are flexible meaning you could can split the time up to suit you ie 4 x half days as long as you do two days per month. Some of the tasks would include promoting events for our communities in the magazine and other newspapers and assist with ideas of funding opportunities available. The flexible hours mean it would ideally suit a wide range of people from the semi retired to mothers with children at school. For more information contact President – David Gunther 07 4665 3366 or manager@tararuralsupplies.com.au.

David GuntherPresident

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Community

Ambulance Open Day – Centenary of Service Dalby Community The Queensland Ambulance Service Dalby has proudly serviced the town’s community and surrounding rural areas for one hundred years.

Dalby’s Local Ambulance Committee chose to celebrate their special occasion on Saturday, 25th January, 2014 between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm at the Dalby Ambulance Station, 154/156 Cunningham Street, Dalby.

The Committee invited Acting Assistant Commissioner, Mr Glen Maule, to open the event, and Mayor Mr Ray Brown to be guest speaker on the day. The Local Ambulance Committee and staff were

on hand to welcome all who attended and to answer any questions.

Mr Chris Hanna from Queensland Wildlife Conservation Service undertook wildlife safety talks. I was looking for Snake Safety Awareness information and appropriate actions to be considered by members of the community when they are confronted.

Chris used a PowerPoint display and spoke to open groups, with active interactions with the community members on the day. Chris also included colouring in options for the children. We were able to display many different types of old and new equipment (including vehicles/stretchers etc).

We estimated that over 100 persons attended. I thank all who assisted on the day very much; their efforts made the day a success.

Derrick Scheuer,Officer in Charge, QAS Dalby

Photography by Marnie Martil

In Safe HandsOne of Western Downs’ individuals is set to keep her community safe with her excellence as a Student Paramedic. Chantahl Stedman of The Gums was nominated by Lisa Hurring, Lecturer in Paramedic Science | School of Medical & Applied Sciences, Central Queensland University, for the prestigious KJM Foundation’s Best Scientific Poster grant. The KJ McPherson Education and Research Foundation was formed in 1987 and its’ purpose is to promote the development of the Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) staff to enhance their clinical knowledge, research skills and provide exposure to a variety of professional development opportunities that contribute directly to improving patient care. Each year Paramedics Australasia sponsors a grant offered by the KJM Foundation for two awards; Best Scientific Poster and Best Scientific Paper to encourage Paramedic Students to strive for excellence during their course. Nominations are open to Student Paramedic’s from all Queensland Universities which add up to numbers well into the thousands. This year the winner is proudly among our own. Chantahl was awarded the winner of the Best Scientific Poster and was presented with her major award at the Dalby Ambulance Centenary Celebrations on the 25th of January. The presentation was attended by WDRC Mayor Raymond Brown; Glen Maule ASM, Acting

Assistant Commissioner – General Manager; Mick Davis AM, ASM Vice Chairman of KJ McPherson Education and Research Foundation; Derrick Scheuer, Officer In Charge, QAS Dalby; and QAS staff and friends past and present. Chantahl produced a researched scientific poster supporting and outlining the importance of the implementation of Cardiac Auscultation (listening and identifying heart sounds) as a necessary on road skill for Advanced Care Paramedics. In this she explained how it was best to train all paramedics in a cost effective manner across the state and addressed the matter as a whole. The Western Downs can rest safe knowing that the future of pre-hospital and emergency care is in safe hands with the striving excellence of the Student Paramedics that Central Queensland University is producing.

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Chantahl Stedman receives her award from Acting Assistant Commissioner, Mr Glen Maule

Simon Dickens and daughter Montanna

Derrick Scheuer and Shannon Larsen

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Community

Gardening Tips for MarchAfter the heat and humidity that we have been having, your roses may be starting to look a bit out of shape. It is a good idea to prune any stray branches and fertilise them with sudden impact for roses to keep them going.

Petunias, alyssum and lobelia can be planted now to get a good autumn show. It is also a good time to start preparing garden beds for winter planting, by mixing the soil with a slow release fertiliser and gypsum. Winter flowering plants include pansies, sweet peas, foxgloves and larkspur, just to name a few.

If you have a vegetable garden, then towards the end of March is the ideal time to prepare a section of the garden so it is ready for your winter vegetables, such as cauliflower, broccoli, onions, peas, cabbage etc.

Don’t forget to visit Dalby Landscapes Facebook page or drop in and see our friendly staff at 15 Hospital Road, if you would like any further gardening advice.

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RADF Supports Individuals Too!Many of you reading the Western Downs Magazines will have seen many articles and photos of some of the amazing work done by groups across our Shire who have been the recipients of an RADF grant over the years. There have been several patchwork and quilting projects by various local groups, and groups like Myall Park Botanic Gardens, the Bell and District Art Group or the Meandarra ANZAC Memorial Museum have been successful in obtaining grants to support their work.

The Regional Arts Development Fund, or RADF, recognises that regional artists and groups have the extra burden of the old ‘tyranny of distance’ to contend with to develop their skills and to build community cultural capacity and are there to provide great support by assisting with a proportion of the costs of that activity. One of the principals of RADF is ‘supporting professional artists and arts workers living and working regionally, to practise originality and innovation in the development of quality arts activities and initiatives.’ Or, put simply, to help regional artists to get better for their good and the good of their communities.

To illustrate this lesser utilised part of RADF, I would like to tell you of the three projects I’ve been assisted with over the past two decades by RADF. The first was a one week course at a McGregor Summer School many years ago which kick started my career as a semi-professional artist. I have since sold quite a few paintings and taken several commissions now building upon the skills which I learned at that school. The course gave me new skills in managing watercolour painting and also in the use of

charcoal in drawing and composition.

A few years later, I was successful in another RADF grant to assist me to attend a ‘wet in wet’ watercolour school in Canberra for a week, tutored by a highly skilled painter who generously shared her vast knowledge of the ‘wet in wet’ technique. The other people who attend these schools are also interesting people from vastly different backgrounds and it’s probably worthwhile attending just to meet them and to share ideas! We are all individuals who react individually to our life experiences.

The third project which RADF has assisted me in attending was a McGregor Winter School at USQ, Toowoomba last year. Our tutor was professional artist and author, Deb Gilmartin from Toowoomba, who took the class through use of an amazing variety of drawing implements and techniques. Who knew there are so many types of pencils? I did add to my personal stash of these and I am working to explore their different properties and effects. I even have a box of delightfully tinted charcoal pencils that are water soluble! Oh the ideas!… I may need to live to be 110 to try them all out!

To find out if a project you are thinking of is eligible for RADF, please go to http://www.wdrc.qld.gov.au/radf or contact your local

Council office. The very helpful staff can even assist you to get the interesting application form completed correctly. There is so much you, either individually or in a group can do, and with a little extra from a successful RADF grant, the sky’s the limit!

Lynelle Urquhart

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Community

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CompetitionsThe PHANTOM of the OPERAFar beneath the majesty and splendour of the Paris Opera House, the Phantom lives his shadowy existence. Shamed by his grotesque physical appearance he lurks in the misty catacombs beneath the Opera House, exercising a reign of terror over its occupants, but the love he holds for his beautiful protégée, innocent soprano Christine is too strong even for her heart to resist.

The 2014 Empire Theatres major production, The Phantom of the Opera, presented by Heritage Bank, is a timeless story of seduction, despair and obsession as The Phantom’s fixation on Christine unleashes a tale of drama, destruction and death.

Don’t miss your chance to enjoy Andrew Lloyd Webber’s international award winning musical, as this unique theatrical experience, featuring the haunting score including Think of Me, Angel of Music, Music of the Night, All I Ask of You, Masquerade and The Phantom of the Opera is brought to life on the Empire Theatre stage from April 3-13.

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Scott Bridle

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They say they breed them tough in the bush but really I think we breed them brilliant…well that’s the case when you mention the name Scott Bridle. Scott is a born and bred Glenmorgan boy raised at Erambie. His appreciation for nature and the bush was implanted into him from day one by his mother and father as they taught him about the magnificence and splendour that the bush had to offer. With his mother as an artist there is no doubt that Scott “grew up immersed in art” and before long his mother gave him another artistic medium to turn his hand at, photography. Leaving home at age 20 set for the stations up north with camera in hand, Scott embarked on a journey of majestic beauty and admiration. He spent 15 years as a stockman snapping away before graduating to the skies as a pilot. This different angle opened the doorway for Scott in to a new world of photographic opportunities. He spent 10 years in the air before returning to the district with ample images that left the masses in awe. Scott delighted in seeing the pleasant expressions as people looked on through his photos which lead him to compiling his recent book “Outback”. From here Scott decided to try his hand at a bit of healthy competition by entering the BHP Billiton Cannington Waltzing Matilda Photographic Competition. He began his success in this area taking out first place in the Colour Print section in 2010 and more recently again in 2013 with his image (pictured) Jordan’s Woolshed Brenda.

Scott continues his passion for photography right here in the Western Downs and is now based in Meandarra with his newly established helicopter business specialising in contract mustering, feral animal control and aerial photography. With his love for the bush, Scott has also developed a special talent for the odd portrait or two. He is currently building his photographic portfolio in order to release another book and plans to do a

few more trips out west before its completion. Scott’s current book “Outback” can be found at all leading book stores or on his website www.scottbridle.com; for bookings and enquiries please contact Scott on 0429 674 114 or Fairway Studios, Goondiwindi. For those that are interested in photography or would even like to just give it a go, Scott will be judging the Photography section at the Tara Show on the 8th March. And just to be sure he never misses an opportunity, Scott “always has his camera with him” no matter where his travels may lead.

Chantahl Stedman

Scott Bridle

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Community

Australian Interschool Equestrian ChampionshipsIn 1984, the first ever Interschool Equestrian Competition was held in Brisbane with riders coming from various parts of the state. Now some thirty years on, we continue to have a large network with Regional, State and National events. Over the past six years, the National Championships have been held annually in Melbourne, Sydney and Toowoomba. In 2013, Western Australia held the very first Interschool National Championships away from the eastern sea board in Brigadoon, Perth. In October this year, the Western Downs Region had the following riders compete: Sean Geraghty, Dominic Holtkamp, Hannah Portbury, Elise Crawford, and Emily, Tom, and Sarah Coggan. These riders had to qualify at regional and then state championships before receiving spots in the Queensland team.

300 athletes represented every state in Australia at the Championships which ran from the 2nd to the 5th October. The event was held at the State Equestrian Centre, located in the Swan Valley, some thirty minutes from Perth. The Swan Valley is also home to over one-hundred wineries including Houghtons and Taylors. Rumour has it, many interschool parents did enjoy a session of wine tasting or two. At this time, Western Australia was receiving one of its wettest years on record. The hospitality of this state was second to none and they were certainly out to make an impression.

Of the children who gained selection, some decided to use pool horses, which always adds an element of difficulty and surprise, not knowing your mount. Those who chose to use pool horses have made long lasting friendships with their WA Hosts. Others made the epic journey of 9000km’s to Western Australia and back. The twenty-two horses that made the journey faced a few hurdles with having to cross three state borders and having to dump feed at four different check stations.

However, this journey was full of adventure and exciting tales that included: Sharing a camp site at Eucla with 300 Rebel bikies who were being escorted out of WA by forty undercover police, playing the Nullarbor Links (the world’s longest golf course), seeing the Western Australian native wildflowers, checking out the super pit in Kalgoorlie and whale watching at the Head of the Bight. One family even managed to have a German countess make the trip back with them. Phillip Coggan described the trip “as an adventure of a lifetime and a must do trip for anyone who has not previously crossed the Nullarbor.”

On a whole, the Western Downs Council collected six national titles across the disciplines of Show Jumping, Dressage and Combined Training. An amazing effort from these seven riders given the distance that many of them live from regular coaching! After speaking with Theresa Geraghty who coaches brother, Sean, she said, “The Interschool National Championships have taken us all over Australia, to places that I never thought I would go. I just wish that I had known about it when I was at school”.

The Interschool Competition season runs from July to the following July. This year, the Regional Championships will be held in Dalby on the 10-12th May, and all new competitors would be greatly received.

Cindy Coggan

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Photos (right): 1. Sarah Coggan with her horse being greeted by the WA wild flowers 2. Sean showjumping on his pool horse 3. Well travelled horses at The Head of the Bight in SA 4. WA Road sign on the Nullarbor 5. Rebel Bikies being escorted out of WA

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Education

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Hannaford State School NewsHannaford State School is a small rural school situated on the Surat Development Road, between The Gums and Meandarra. This year, we have 13 students enrolled from Prep to Year 7. This one teacher/ Band 5 school is an integral part of the Hannaford community, which consists of a post office, tennis courts and a hall. We have five families who comprise the small P and C Committee, yet they remain very supportive of their school. Our school motto is: Strive to Succeed. We endeavour to achieve this through a rigorous and explicit curriculum with a balanced focus on all required Key Learning Areas and through a comprehensive teacher aide program. The teacher aides spend much of their time working with individual students, whether it be guided reading, spelling work, sight words, reading comprehension or literacy and numeracy rotations.

Last Thursday, the students had a visit from Mrs Margie Bath. Margie entertained the children with stories of her trips around the world on her motorbike, after a serious accident. Her message to the children was ‘think positive and aim high’.

I look forward to teaching at Hannaford again for 2014 and welcome all new staff and students.

Ros BougoureActing Principal Hannaford State School

Photos:1. Margie Barth (rear) entertains the students with tales of her travels2. Principal Ros Bougoure, Teacher Aide’s Kaylene Randall and Rebecca Hall with

the class of 20143. Class of 2013 enjoying the beach while on camp at the Gold Coast

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A Sensational Start at Tara Shire State CollegeWelcoming 45 new Preparatory Year students to Tara Shire State College has been a pleasure for Principal, Ms Sharon Barker, this year. Two classes of Preppies, boasting a set of twins each, are off to a “flying start”. Ms Barker thanked the Tara community for having every child geared ready to learn, and looked forward to the wonderful year ahead. “Our early years’ preschool program, PIPPAS, has ensured a smooth transition for many

of our Prep Year students and we are pleased to offer a safe, inclusive education in intentionally-inviting classrooms.”

Jacqui Hayward

Left to right: Lily and Isabella Relf, Sharon Barker, Cadence and Brock Harwood

Education

March - 2014– 19

Mr Glen Williams

My name is Mr Williams and I have been teaching Industrial Technology and Design for around ten years. Some of the schools I have previously taught at in Australia include: Charleville State High School (approximately 5 years), Bribie Island State High and my previous school which is now starting its 3rd year- Murrumba State Secondary College. Over the years, my wife and I have also spent close to 2 years teaching in England where I taught Years 7 through to 13. With this experience, I hope to bring new and exciting programs, like robotics and computer aided design for the students to engage in.

Mrs Marion Williams

I have worked for Education Q u e e n s l a n d for over 13 years and I have enjoyed a variety of teaching roles in various schools in Q u e e n s l a n d and overseas (England). I

began my career in Gympie, teaching students with special needs. Then, my husband and I ventured west to Charleville where I taught students with special needs from a range of different year levels from Kindergarten to Year 12. I also became an Advisory Teacher for inclusion for the Charleville district. Once I had children of my own, we moved to Redcliffe (near Brisbane) and I continued to teach children with special needs. My husband and I feel very blessed to be teaching in Tara. The staff, students and parents have welcomed us warmly. I am looking forward to embracing the country lifestyle again, and working together in partnership with parents and students.

Fiona Gunthorpe

As a new teacher to Tara Shire State College, I am very much looking forward to working with the students who participate in Home Economics. I am very passionate about cooking and textiles and am eager to develop student knowledge in these areas. In particular, ensuring my students exit my classroom as informed citizens about Australian food selection models and healthy eating habits as a way of creating healthier Australians. I look forward to also encouraging student creativity within the textile and food areas which contributes to increased student wellbeing. I have made a lot of my own clothing and more recently branched into patchwork and textile arts fields. I am also looking forward to joining the Tara patchwork group and my first workshop in March. Over the next four weeks, in the lead up to Tara Show, my students will be trialling recipes in preparation to submit many entries in the Secondary School Cooking Section of the Show. All the best to my students as they prepare their entries and hopefully, take out many of the prizes! Later in the year, Tara will be host to an arts / textile exhibition and many of my students’ textile pieces will be incorporated into this display. I will advise you of the details closer to the time. I love enjoying week-ends and

holidays with my family in our caravan; the next holiday will be at Bargara at Easter.

Miss Erin Seymour

This year, I am lucky enough to be teaching Geography and/or History to the Year 9, 10, 11 and 12s. As I love sport, I am very happy to be teaching HPE with Years 8 and 9 and Physical Recreation with Years 11 and 12.

Some students may remember me from a Prac I did here in 2010. I am originally from a small country town called Narrandera in New South Wales (please do not hold this against me and yes, I am aware of the State of Origin tally board!). I really enjoyed my time in the Tara community and am happy to be back here. I have moved here from Goondiwindi where I taught for the last two years. My favourite sport is basketball and I am keen to start some sort of basketball competition here at the College. I hope to improve my tennis game this year. I like music, although I am not musically gifted, I admire anyone who is.

Tara Shire State College

Introducing Our New Teachers

Education

20 – March - 2014

Community

Tara Police Report25th Jan – A 17 year old Tara male was charged with trespassing, unregulated high-risk activities, public nuisance and obstructing Police after unlawfully climbing a structure on Day Street, Tara, he was also charged with wilful damage of Police property after allegedly smashing the window of the Police vehicle, to appear in Dalby Magistrate Court.

A Tara man was issued with a notice to appear – when he was intercepted by Police on Day Street Tara, with a breath alcohol concentration of .172

Diesel was stolen from a vehicle parked on Moonie Highway, if anyone has any information please contact the police.

26th Jan – A 28 year old Tara male was issued with a notice to appear for driving unlicensed on Kogan Road and also received a 7 day confiscation of plates.

29th Jan – A Gympie male was charged with a BAC of .258 and unlicensed driving on Binnie Street, Tara, the vehicle was impounded for 90 days, he was charged with drink driving and evaded police upon Police direction.

31st Jan – Police had attended a Ross Road address and located over 60 cannabis plants, A Tara male was charged with producing dangerous drugs, possessing dangerous drugs and possession of utensil for the consumption of a drug.

1st Feb – A 35 year old Tara man was issued with a notice to appear in relation to wilfully making unnecessary noise or smoke on Milne Street, Tara, also received a 90 day vehicle impoundment under the Hoon Legislation.

6th Feb – 7th Feb – Fuel was stolen from machinery which was parked on Timothy Road. If anyone has any information relating to this please contact Police or Crime Stoppers

7th Feb – A 51 year old Tara female has returned a positive roadside drug test, this matter is currently being investigated by police.

A 46 year old Tara male has provided a

positive roadside drug test, also being investigated.

A 32 year old Mackay male was charged in relation to possession of amphetamines, unlawful possession of weapons and possession of utensils. This person also provided a positive roadside drug test, being investigated by police.

57 year old Tara male provided a positive roadside drug test, being investigated by police.

A 19 year old Tara male was issued with a notice to appear in relation to driving unlicensed and also received a 90 day vehicle impoundment.

8th Feb – 52 year old Tara male was issue with a notice to appear when he recorded a breath alcohol concentration of 0.62 on Surat Developmental Road.

9th – 26 year old Tara male provided a positive drug driving test on day 3 at Tara, matter is currently being investigated.

A 26 year old Tara female provided a positive roadside drug test, being investigated.

11th Jan – 10th Feb – A residence on Orchard Rd, Tara was unlawfully entered, electrical equipment was stolen, anyone with information please contact Police or Crime Stoppers.

12th Feb – A 21 year old Tara male was issued a notice to appear when he provided a positive roadside breath test of 0.53 on his Learners Licence.

13th Feb – A 39 year old Tara male was issued with a notice to appear for driving whilst disqualified he received a seven day vehicle impoundment.

19th – A 48 year old Tara male was charged with stalking and wilful damage to appear in Dalby Magistrates Court.

A 44 year old Tara male was issued with a notice to appear in relation to an assault to appear at Dalby Magistrates Court.

Tara Police Station

March - 2014– 21

Auxiliary Firefghters Needed in MeandarraThe Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) are desperately seeking local residents to become Auxiliary Firefighters in Meandarra. At present, there is only one active member at the Station available for Emergency response.

Through the commitment of local Auxiliary Firefighters, past and present, the QFES has been able to maintain a response capability to local and district residents at all times i.e. 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 52 weeks per year, for many years to the Meandarra community.

The QFES would like to continue this tradition of a local crew being able to respond to local needs. However, maintaining this level of service into the future will not be possible, unless local members are recruited, trained and available to respond.

Though the QFES can respond nearby and distant resources to emergency incidents in your locality, any such response will involve a delayed arrival by the Fire Appliance and crew.

Would you like to become a part time Firefighter in your Community?

The role of a modern day Firie is a very interesting and fulfilling one with a reactive Emergency response aspect supported by the proactive Community Fire Safety programs and activities.

Currently, the QFES has a number of vacancies at the Meandarra Fire Station. We do need to fill these vacancies to ensure an ongoing prompt

and capable response from this Station.

If you are interested, we would like to hear from you very soon.

Please contact Victor Rafton at Meandarra on 0428 986 861, or Dalby Area Office on 4662 5137 for more details.

Inspector Graham CookeDalby Area Command

TARAHARDWARE

Richard & Lou Thornbury

47 Day Street, TaraP: 4665 3216

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Monday - Friday: 8.00am - 5.00pmSaturday: 8.30am - 11.30am

Community

March - 2014– 23

Recipe

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Brown Rice and Macadamia salad

Method

Step 1 Cook rice in a large saucepan of boiling, salted water, following packet directions, until just tender. Drain. Refresh under cold water. Drain. Cool for 10 minutes.

Step 2 Combine rice, macadamias, onion, celery and apple in a bowl. Combine yoghurt, chutney and lemon juice in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon yoghurt mixture over rice mixture. Toss to combine. Serve.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups brown rice

1/2 cup macadamia nuts, toasted, chopped

2 green onions, thinly sliced

3 celery stalks, trimmed, thinly sliced

1 large red delicious apple, cored, cut into 1cm cubes

1/2 cup plain yoghurt

1/2 cup mango chutney

1 tablespoon lemon juice

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The Queensland Curtis LNG Project will be the world’s first project to turn natural gas from coal seams into liquefied natural gas, or LNG.

The project, which has been under construction since 2010, will provide cleaner energy for export markets from 2014.

This major integrated project involves:

• expansion of QGC’s natural gas production in the Surat Basin of southern Queensland;

• 5 4 0 km, 1m- diame ter pipeline network from the gas fields to Curtis Island, off Gladstone; and• an LNG plant on Curtis Island.

As construction advances, QGC is commissioning key components of the project.

The QCLNG pipeline team

celebrated ano ther key milestone on 16 December 2013 with first gas piped from the Surat Basin gas fields to the LNG plant at Curtis Island.

Arrival of first gas on to the island enables commissioning to begin on the first of two LNG production units, known as trains, being developed as part of the project.

Construction of the LNG plant and other key facilities is well under way.

QCLNG projects are gathering momentum in the most s ou ther l y o f our thre e development areas, near Dalby, which is critical to production of first LNG. Three of the six field compression stations being constructed in this area are being commissioned.

The projec t remains on schedule for first LNG in 2014.

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Community Fund provides another A$550,000 to local projects

QGC has provided a further A$550,000 to 19 community projects through the latest round of its Sustainable Communities Fund. Funding granted in the sixth round includes about A$305,000 to 12 groups in the Western Downs and about A$245,000 to seven groups in Gladstone.

QGC Vice President Sustainability Brett Smith said the donations supported communities across southern Queensland.

“By lending a hand to hard-working community groups, in addition to longer-term projects in health, housing, employment and training, we are helping to mitigate the impact of our Queensland Curtis LNG Project,” Brett said.

T h e Q G C S u s t a i n a b l e Communities Fund has provided A$4.6 million to 145 short-term, one-off projects since it began in 2011.

Gladstone Youth Orchestra musicians, from left, Rowan Ward, Merin Ward, Jett Fallon and Paris Fallon are eagerly awaiting the arrival of new percussion instruments and a purpose-built equipment trailer that will make travel to events easier in the future.

14,500 people on our team QGC’s latest six-monthly report to Queensland’s Coordinator- General on Australian industry participation shows that QGC and its major contractors currently employ 14,500 people.

This means we have hired more than 15 people every day during the past year. QGC’s investment in construction, exploration and operations since January 2010 has now topped A$19.4 billion.

We invested about A$16.3 billion – or 84% – with Australian firms.

About A$13.2 billion, or 68% of

the total, went to Queensland companies.

QGC Managing Director Derek Fisher said more than 118,800 Australian companies had registered interest in doing business with QGC since 2010.

“A snapshot of current contrac ts shows we are investing nearly A$920 million in Gladstone and about A$915 million in the Western Downs region,” Derek said.

The number of training courses for our staff and contractors totalled 36,100, with a focus on safety skills.

Connect with QGC

People who live in the communities in which we operate can contact ustoll-free on 1800 030 443 or email community@qgc.com.au

Gladstone office: 72 Goondoon Street, Gladstone Qld 4680 Ph: 07 4971 6601Chinchilla office: 18 – 20 Bell Street, Chinchilla Qld 4413 Ph: 07 4672 6700 Wandoan office: 27 Royd Street, Wandoan Qld 4419 Ph: 07 4558 3117

Find us online:

qgc.com.au facebook.com/QGCinfo twitter.com/QGCInfo

The Queensland Curtis LNG Project will be the world’s first project to turn natural gas from coal seams into liquefied natural gas, or LNG.

The project, which has been under construction since 2010, will provide cleaner energy for export markets from 2014.

This major integrated project involves:

• expansion of QGC’s natural gas production in the Surat Basin of southern Queensland;

• 5 4 0 km, 1m- diame ter pipeline network from the gas fields to Curtis Island, off Gladstone; and• an LNG plant on Curtis Island.

As construction advances, QGC is commissioning key components of the project.

The QCLNG pipeline team

celebrated ano ther key milestone on 16 December 2013 with first gas piped from the Surat Basin gas fields to the LNG plant at Curtis Island.

Arrival of first gas on to the island enables commissioning to begin on the first of two LNG production units, known as trains, being developed as part of the project.

Construction of the LNG plant and other key facilities is well under way.

QCLNG projects are gathering momentum in the most s ou ther l y o f our thre e development areas, near Dalby, which is critical to production of first LNG. Three of the six field compression stations being constructed in this area are being commissioned.

The projec t remains on schedule for first LNG in 2014.

Queensland Curtis LNG

QGCLNG PROJECT UPDATE ADVERTISEMENT

Community Fund provides another A$550,000 to local projects

QGC has provided a further A$550,000 to 19 community projects through the latest round of its Sustainable Communities Fund. Funding granted in the sixth round includes about A$305,000 to 12 groups in the Western Downs and about A$245,000 to seven groups in Gladstone.

QGC Vice President Sustainability Brett Smith said the donations supported communities across southern Queensland.

“By lending a hand to hard-working community groups, in addition to longer-term projects in health, housing, employment and training, we are helping to mitigate the impact of our Queensland Curtis LNG Project,” Brett said.

T h e Q G C S u s t a i n a b l e Communities Fund has provided A$4.6 million to 145 short-term, one-off projects since it began in 2011.

Gladstone Youth Orchestra musicians, from left, Rowan Ward, Merin Ward, Jett Fallon and Paris Fallon are eagerly awaiting the arrival of new percussion instruments and a purpose-built equipment trailer that will make travel to events easier in the future.

14,500 people on our team QGC’s latest six-monthly report to Queensland’s Coordinator- General on Australian industry participation shows that QGC and its major contractors currently employ 14,500 people.

This means we have hired more than 15 people every day during the past year. QGC’s investment in construction, exploration and operations since January 2010 has now topped A$19.4 billion.

We invested about A$16.3 billion – or 84% – with Australian firms.

About A$13.2 billion, or 68% of

the total, went to Queensland companies.

QGC Managing Director Derek Fisher said more than 118,800 Australian companies had registered interest in doing business with QGC since 2010.

“A snapshot of current contrac ts shows we are investing nearly A$920 million in Gladstone and about A$915 million in the Western Downs region,” Derek said.

The number of training courses for our staff and contractors totalled 36,100, with a focus on safety skills.

Connect with QGC

People who live in the communities in which we operate can contact ustoll-free on 1800 030 443 or email community@qgc.com.au

Gladstone office: 72 Goondoon Street, Gladstone Qld 4680 Ph: 07 4971 6601Chinchilla office: 18 – 20 Bell Street, Chinchilla Qld 4413 Ph: 07 4672 6700 Wandoan office: 27 Royd Street, Wandoan Qld 4419 Ph: 07 4558 3117

Find us online:

qgc.com.au facebook.com/QGCinfo twitter.com/QGCInfo

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*A snapshot of current contracts shows we are investing nearly A$920 million in Gladstone and about A$915 million in the Western Downs

“QGC is delivering significant economic and social benefits across Queensland from the Surat Basin to Gladstone” Derek Fisher | QGC Managing Director

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26 – March - 2014

Kylie’s Agro RoundupMice are increasing and we have a solution to stop them from damaging your crop!

Identifying Mouse Holes

Walk in a straight line for 100m and count the number of active holes within a 1m width.

If you have 5 holes per 100m, assuming 2 mice per hole, you could have as many as 10 mice per 100m2, equivalent to 1,000 mice per hectare. (1ha = 10,000m2)

Canola Cards

Place 10 x 10cm paper squares that have been soaked overnight in canola oil at 10m intervals across a transect. Peg in paddocks with wire or tent pegs over night and check the next morning.

If an average of 5% or more of the card is eaten (i.e 5 squares on the sheet) significant mouse activity is emerging and baiting may be required.

Canola cards are available from Tara Rural Supplies, please contact us at the shop on 07 4665 3366.

Tara Rural Supplies

We know the days can be long and a farmer’s work is never done.

We’re not just accountants. We’re your business adviserand your sounding board.

Whether you’re starting out on your first property, building up the farm, planning to retire, or transitioning to the next generation.

we’re with you every step of the way.

www.bmo.com.au178 Drayton Street Dalby

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Business

Walking In Your Shoes There’s an old saying "You can't really know a man until you walk a mile in his shoes”. Last month members of the BMO Team hit the road to get a better sense of just what it’s like to be in the shoes of farmers and business owners across our region.

The stories aren’t new to us. Most of the BMO Partners have grown up on farms and even still work on them, we’ve helped in our families’ businesses, we’ve invested and we’ve borrowed. We’ve been young and carefree, we’ve studied, and we’ve travelled. We’ve had health crises. We’ve lost loved ones. We’ve had families. We get what it’s like to try and put a child through school while praying for the rains to come. And we’ve had good times too, like winning a big contract or having a good day on the golf course. BMO has worked with clients across a range of industries for more than 24 years.

Importantly though, even though we’ve had similar experiences to our clients, we know that we will never assume at the outset what it’s like to be them. To do that, we have to walk alongside them and listen. It’s part of our team values at BMO – our value of “understanding” is about respect and good manners, being open and honest, and committed to listening.

It goes right back to ancient Greece. Plato once said: “Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle”. That is why we’ve launched a new campaign called “We’re with you every step of the way”. It means more than

just walking beside our clients and advising them, it’s about being “with them”; providing a service that’s not dictatorial – but more like a partnership.

During February, we were out on the road travelling to Taroom, Miles, Condamine, Dirranbandi, Moonie and back to Dalby visiting clients and presenting our “The Farmer Wants a Life” seminars. One thing that really struck us was that no matter how bad the conditions were out in these communities, everywhere we went we were taken aback by the positive spirit of our farming communities. In amongst the desperate need for rain, there were signs of progress and excitement. More than 150 guests came along to the sessions to talk with us about succession planning, business structures, tax tips, government incentives, aged care, employing people, communication and about being aware of the signs of and effects of stress.

We know all too well the many challenges all of our local small businesses are facing – not just farmers but service industry, manufacturing, transport and retail. We know that everyone’s wearing a different pair of shoes… Sometimes the path is smooth and sometimes it’s bumpy. Some are skipping through while others are dragging their feet. But no matter where you are at in life, or in business, we’re with you every step of the way.

BMO Business Centre

March - 2014– 27

Business

28 –March - 2014

Health &Beauty

Closing The Gap In Health Equality

National Closing the Gap Day focuses on making a contribution to a fairer, better Australia- one that says no to health inequality, injustice and discrimination.

Darling Downs South West Queensland (DDSWQ) Medicare Local is committed to supporting the delivery of culturally appropriate services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across our communities. DDSWQ Medicare Local staff work closely with medical practices across the Darling Downs and South West to enable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to be connected with the health services they need to stay healthy.

On National Closing the Gap Day, 20 March 2014, DDSWQ Medicare Local is hosting a free event in conjunction with the Tara Medical Centre to help close the gap on life expectancy among local Indigenous community members.

The event will take place at the Tara Medical Centre from 10.30am, and will include free health information, blood pressure and glucose checks, and

a sausage sizzle provided by the Tara Men’s Group.

Those who attend the event will be offered the chance to go in the draw to win a “deadly” jersey.

The day will also include a talk from former rugby league player and State of Origin great, Colin Scott. Colin will speak about practical ways to look after your health and his personal health experiences.

It is hoped that by holding this event Indigenous members of Tara and surrounding communities will have a better understanding of their health and ways to improve it.

Elyce BichelCommunications & Events Coorinator, Medicare Local

Come celebrate National Closing the Gap Day

Fill in a short survey to go into the

draw to win this jersey!

Thursday 20 March 2014 10.30am

Tara Medical Centre Free blood pressure & glucose checks

health information & resources sausage sizzle

For more information contact: Jane on 0419 495 605

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March - 2014– 29

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Health & Beauty

Question: Should I be using generic over the counter reading glasses? New research has revealed that over the counter reading glasses with identical magnification in each eye may put old people at risk of a fall, impact on quality of life and even life expectancy.

The main reason for this is that as we get older there is a greater prevalence of anisometropia (difference between the two eyes). This condition is 10 times more likely in people over 75 years old compared to children.

Generic over the counter reading glasses don’t account for these differences. Appropriate correction of both eyes is especially important as we get older and less stable on our feet.

Got a question for OpTomTom? Please contact Eyecare Eyewear Dalby on 4669 7072 or Chinchilla on 4668 9888 or email: tomroger@ecew.com.au

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Phone 07 4669 7072

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Ask OptomTomYour questions answered by the experts at Eyecare Eyewear

30 – March - 2014

Health &BeautyHealth &Beauty

The Need For Sleep….In last month’s magazine edition you may have learnt a thing or two about sugar and hopefully you have started on your journey of change. This month we are going to focus on another topic that can vastly affect your health and that is sleep. Firstly, lets test how well you are sleeping with a simple questionnaire: For more than two weeks have you…

Had trouble getting to sleep?

Been sleeping for fewer hours than usual?

Had poor quality of sleep?

Been tossing and turning at night?

Been waking up regularly during the night?

Been feeling sleepy most of the day?

Well if you answered yes to any of these then you are not alone. About 15% of Australians are estimated to suffer regular sleep difficulties and another 20% claim to suffer occasional problems sleeping. However, having a good night sleep is important for maintaining good health. The body uses sleep to recharge from the day’s activities. In addition to this we need quality sleep which is not necessarily a long sleep. Lack of sleep or quality sleep can lead to irritability, lack of energy, poor concentration, fatigue, dizziness, slow reaction time, aches and

pains, reduced immune function, decreased general well-being, hallucinations and increased risk of mental disorders such as depression and anxiety. Some common sleep problems and disorders include insomnia, restless legs syndrome, narcolepsy and sleep apnoea.

Some tips to improve your sleep

In the Morning• Get out of bed as soon as you wake. Don’t

go back to sleep.• Get up at the same time each morning.• Go outside into the fresh air.• Do some form of physical activity, like going

for a walk.During the Day• Do not take naps.• If you are worrying about some problems

then make time to address them so that your mind is free of worry and thoughts at night.

• Monitor your sleep hours and awake hours by using a diary.

• Avoid drinking caffeinated drinks like coffee, tea or energy drinks and at worst avoid consuming any caffeine after 4pm.

• Exercise

At Night• Try to go to bed at the same

time each night.• Use low light when getting ready for bed;

this signals the brain to wind down.• Try to keep all electrical items out of your

bedroom. Some studies have shown that electricity can interfere with brain activity during sleep.

• If you have trouble getting to sleep then do a low energy and low stimulation activity before going to sleep such as reading or sewing. Avoid mobile phones or TV they cause too much stimulation.

• Also listening to relaxing music can help clear your mind.

• Ensure your bedroom is quiet, comfortable and dark.

Sleep Tight!

Chantahl Stedman

Clearing – Dam Sinking – RoadsDriveways – Fire Breaks

Contact: John 4665 3931 Steve 4669 4057 Ron 4669 4336

March - 2014– 31

Tara Health Services DirectorySERVICE FREQUENCY REFERRAL SERVICE PROVIDER

OUTPATIENT CLINICPhone 4678 7900 to make an appointment3 days in advance

Monday / Wednesday / Friday8.00 am – 9.00 amExcept Public holidays

No Tara Health Service

CHILD HEALTHPhone 4678 7900 for enquiries.

Currently the Child Health service is not available and is expected to resume with one day per fortnight in the near future. Commencement date not available at present.

No Tara Health ServicePrimary Health Care Centre

COMMUNITY HEALTH Phone 4678 7904

WeeklyThursday / Friday No

Tara Health ServiceKathy HigginsPrimary Health Care Centre

MENTAL HEALTH (Adult)Phone 46690501 for an appointment or 46690501 / 46787900 to cancel

Weekly Monday Yes

District Health ServiceMental Health TeamPrimary Health Care Centre

MENTAL HEALTH (Child & Youth)Phone 4669 0501 for an appointment or 4669 0501 / 4678 7900 to cancel

Weekly Tuesday Yes

District Health ServiceMental Health Team Primary Health Care Centre

WOMENS HEALTH Ph 4678 7900 for an appointment or to cancel

Every 6 weeksMonday No

District Health ServiceBarbara MilnePrimary Health Care Centre

ALCOHOL & DRUGS COUNSELLINGPh 4669 0555 for an appointment or to cancel Fortnightly No District Health Service

Primary Health Care Centre

PHYSIOTHERAPYPresent referral to Tara Health ServiceTo cancel appointment 4669 0538 / 4678 7900

WeeklyWednesday and alternateMonday / Thursday

YesGP or Health Professional

Tara Health ServicePrimary Health Care Centre

SOCIAL WORKPresent referral to Tara Health ServiceTo cancel appointment 4669 0772 / 4678 7900

WeeklyWednesday

YesSelf or Health Professional

Tara Health ServicePrimary Health Care Centre

DIETETICSPresent referral to Tara Health ServiceTo cancel appointment 4669 0563 / 4678 7900

FortnightlyMonday

YesGP or Health Professional

District Allied Health ServicePrimary Health Care Centre

SPEECH PATHOLOGYPresent referral to Tara Health ServiceTo cancel appointment 4669 0548 / 4678 7900

WeeklyMonday

YesGP or Health Professional

District Allied Health ServicePrimary Health Care Centre

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPYPresent referral to Tara Health ServiceTo cancel appointment 4669 0546 / 4678 7900

WeeklyTuesday and fortnightly Wednesday

YesGP or Health Professional

District Allied Health ServicePrimary Health Care Centre

ANTENATAL CLINICPhone 4669 0525 Dalby Maternity for an appointment or 4669 0525 / 4678 7900 to cancel an appointment

FortnightlyWednesday No Dalby Health Service

Tara Health Service

RURAL & REMOTE WOMEN’S HEALTH PROGRAM To make appointment or cancel appointment Ph 4678 7900

Bi-Monthly NoRoyal Flying Doctor ServiceDr Felicity ReaTara Health Service

Health & Beauty

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Health & Beauty

What is Dehydration? How Does Dehydration Occur? Dehydration is the loss of body fluids e.g. urine, vomit, diarrhoea and sweat. How do we stay hydrated?

• Regular intake of water and electrolytes from foods• Approximately 60% of our body weight is fluid• Our body requires the correct balance of water and electrolytes• Electrolytes are mineral salts which derive from our foods (Sodium,

Potassium and Chloride)• The primary function of sodium and chloride is to retain our fluid and

potassium to assist with our nerve and muscle function• Every day, we lose water and electrolytes from our body (via urine,

sweat, breath, bodily secretions)• When we are well, this process is controlled so the balance is

maintained• When we are not well (vomiting, diarrhoea, heavy sweating, not

eating), this process is not easy to control and a state of dehydration may occur.

Causes of Dehydration:

• Vomiting and diarrhoea (loss of body fluids and reduced intake of food and fluids)

• Vigorous exercise (loss of sweat)• Travelling (travelling diarrhoea/ long haul flights/ climatic changes)• Hot conditions (loss of sweat)• Working in hot conditions (loss of sweat)• Excessive alcohol (diuretic effect)

Other dehydrating conditions caused by lack of food and fluid intake such as:

• Morning sickness• Colds and fever• General ill health• Migraines/headaches

Signs of Dehydration:

• Warning signs of mild to moderate dehydration:• Decreased urine output (or darker in colour than usual)• Lethargy• Headache• Dry mouth• Loss of skin elasticity (white marks will appear if pinched)• Sunken eyes• Rapid body weight loss of 2% to 7%

Dehydration may not always be evident. For these reasons, young children and the elderly are more at risk of involuntary dehydration.

Medical Advice

• Seek medical advice if diarrhoea persists for more than:• 6 hours for infants under 6 months• 12 hours for children under 3 years• 24 hours for children aged between 3 and 6 years• 48 hours for adults and children over 6 years.For all your supplies of electrolyte replacements, come and visit the helpful staff at Dalby & District Friendly Society Dispensary.

Dalby & District Friendly Society Dispensary

34 – March - 2014

Sport

Tara CricketClose results were once again the order of the day as Condamine hosted Tara and Meandarra in a three team challenge.

Batting first, Condamine got off to a bad start against Meandarra’s attack, losing their first 6 wickets for only 53 runs. Sam Taylor did his best to hold the innings together scoring a patient 19. Bluey Smith and Billy Barkle then came to the rescue, smashing 68 and 46 respectively to allow Condamine to reach a very competitive 188 before they were bowled out in the 25th over.

Tara batted second and had a poor start with the in-form Jeff Wade run out in the first over without facing a ball. Matthew Prain and Allan Bougoure then steadied the ship, putting on a 78 run partnership before Bougoure skied a ball to be out for 39. Seph Gleeson then came to the crease and combined with Prain for another solid partnership before Prain retired for 53. Tara looked on track to overhaul Condamine’s target, but several quick wickets late in the innings, including Gleeson for 31, saw Tara fall 2 runs short.

Meandarra had a steady start to their innings, scoring at the required 6.5 an over for the first 10 overs. Keith Logan scored a good 29, and was well supported by Ryan Burrows 34 and Gary Becker 43. Brendan Hatherell once again proved to be the difference, making a well compiled 50 retired after surviving a very close LBW decision early in his knock. In the end, Meandarra surpassed Condamine’s target in the 28th over to take maximum points for the day.

Brendan Hatherell topped off a good game taking 3 for 13 off his 6 overs. Craig Emery, also of Meandarra, picked up the best figures for the day with 4/23. Tim Dwyer was the pick of Condamine’s bowlers taking 1/9 off 4 overs, while Greg Chappell and Seph Gleeson both picked up two wickets each for Tara.

Matthew Prain

Meandarra Bowls ClubA reminder for Saturday, 22 February for a game of Night Bowls. An excellent way to spend a Summer’s evening outdoors with family and friends in the cool of the night. You can nominate your own team of three (3) players if you have not done so already or if you can’t find a team, we will make one up for you; plenty of players available. $6.00 per player for the night and the Club will supply complimentary supper. The McDonald Trophy is up for grabs PLUS other prizes to be won. Kindly forward your team to Lyn McDonald, June Slack or with me as soon as possible. We are looking forward to a fun-filled evening, so come and join in the fun!

Club is open every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays from 5pm onwards, and patrons, please note that Club rule applies. Fridays are BBQ nights prepared by our lovely volunteers. Please feel free to drop in for a bite and to socialize as well as to catch-up on the latest. The Club greatly appreciates your patronage

Chris Woo

Tara BowlsThanks to those members who helped out with the green refurbishment last Saturday; it is looking heaps better already!

With the main green out of action, 10 intrepid bowlers took on the heat and the imperfections of the second green in Jackpot Joker Bowls. Whilst there were some interesting twists and turns, everyone had a fantastic afternoon and it was great to see Peter Barnes back for the weekend.

Unfortunately for Barnsey, he did end up on the losing team after he and Jim Smith went down 18 - 8 to Matthew Prain and Peter Matthews. The triples match saw Craig Ensbey, Eddie Jones and Charles Barnes have a 15 - 11 win over Denis Sommerfeld, Laurie Boardman and Gordon LeBusque. The joker remained in the pack, so the Jackpot increases to $455 this Saturday.

Championships to be completed by March 2, 2014 - Round 2 “A” Grade

Singles - M. Larsen v Jim Smith, P. Matthews v T. Duffy, C. Ensbey v D. Sommerfeld and M. Prain v John Smith.

Round 1 “B” Grade Singles - (Please note new draw) C. Brauer v D. Collins, C. Baldwyn v P. Porter, J. McDonald v D. Stark and L. Wright v C.Bradley.

Round 1 “A” Pairs - John Smith & M. Merry v J. Wilson & L. Wright, T. Duffy & L. Boardman v C. Ensbey & P. Porter.

Round 1 Triples - L. Boardman, J. Wilson & L. Wright v Jim Smith, C. Ensbey & D. Sommerfeld, P. Porter, T. Duffy & C. Baldwyn v John Smith, M. Prain & P. Matthews.

Round 1 Mixed Pairs - L. Boardman & A. Furniss v Jim Smith & P. Heferen, C. Ensbey & R. Ramplin v M. Prain & A. Cann.

Matthew Prain

Sales and Hire Dalby

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Notices

I would like to thank all the wonderful people who helped with the accident on Goranba Lane on the 21st January, 2014. My appreciation and gratitude for helping my daughter and grand-children. All are improving.

Thank-You,

Debbie & Darryl Wanklin

36 – March - 2014

Classifieds

FOR SALEFOR SALE - SEAT COVERS

LX Holden Captiva Seat Covers, in good condition. Call Col Smith: 0429 092 590

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FOR SALE - DUAL CAB HILUX2008 Hilux Dual Cab. 3.0 D4D SR

98,000kms. Extras: towbar, bullbar, wired for car fridge and caravan. Extra battery and fuel filter. Roof racks and

brand new ARB canopy. Excellent condition. POA. Ph: Robby 0427 582

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FOR SALE - ALUMINIUM BOATAluminium boat 3.75m Stessco tripper or redco trailer 13” wheels 25HP motor

fish finder, carped floor etc as new $5900

Ph Col Gott 4627 1498 0429949522......................................

URGENT SALE - UTEReasonable Offers Considered

Holden Commodore VYII 2004 Ute Excellent Condition 133400km.

Twin Exhaust. 5 speed manual. Black Interior. Upgraded Stereo. Near new

Tyres. Body Kit. Goes Great. Reduced to $10,000 ONO. Ph: 4668 5110

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FOR SALE - SheepDorpers - PB self shedders top quality

4 ewes 1 ram all young at $550 (lot) -Chinchilla

Ph 0409272880....................................

FOR SALE - BIRDSBourkes - normal rosa and splits from

$35 at Chinchilla Ph 0409272880

FOR SALEFOR SALE - TRAIL BIKE

Kawasaki KZ 250F Trail Bike 2012 model. New plastics and graphics. Spare set of plastics. Goes great, excellent condition $5500 ONO.

Ph: 4668 5110.....................................

FOR SALE - BIRDSFinch - stars, cubans, yellow breast, cutthroat from $65 pr Charcoal and

white from $8 each at Dalby and Chinchilla Markets

Ph 0409272880......................................

FOR SALE – CAMPER TRAILERDouble bed on trailer base with extra large room enclosed by canvas. Full

annexe, some extras. Registered and in very good condition. $3200 negotiable

ph 4663 0720.....................................

Aluminium Boat Stacer sea sprite 3.1m only used twice as new $1290 Ph Col

Gott 4627 1498 0429949522.....................................

FOR SALE – CEDAR WARDROBELarge 3 door wardrobe circa 1880.

Hanging space each side, drawers in centre, large central mirror. Can email

photos. Good condition, always in house and polished. $2000 negotiable

ph 4663 0720......................................

FOR SALE – SUBARU OUTBACK WAGON2009 Allwheel drive auto wagon.

One owner, full service docs, always garaged, mainly highway kms 96000.

4 new tyres, many extras. CVT transmission = Great fuel economy. $19000 negotiable ph 46630720

MISC

QUEENSLAND LOST PET REGISTERwww.facebook.com/Queenslandlostpets

Statewide support, Local knowledge.https://www.facebook.com/qlpr.wdrqld Ph: Janette: 0427 657 568

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STALL HOLDERS INVITATIONThe Jandowae Timbertown Festival is

seeking stall holders for the upcoming 2014 Festival (6th-9th June 2014).

Please visit www.jandowaetimbertown.org.au to download an application

form. Festival attendance is estimated to be over 10000 people.

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POSTPONEDHannaford Campdraft - which was to be held on March 15-16 at Hannaford

has been postponed due to the drought.

PROPERTY

FOR SALE - HOUSE4 Bedroom House in Jandowae.

Renovated bathroom, kitchen with granite bench tops, huge living areas.

House sale includes all furniture (everything from the TV to beds etc.)

Double carport. Lockable shed 6 x 4m, covered patio area, landscaped

gardens. Great buy for a family or an investment property. 64 George St, Jandowae. $200 000. Ph: 4632 4093

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FOR SALE - JANDOWAE HOUSEApproximately 12 years old, 4

bedrooms, good scooter ramp to verandah - 2 bay lockable car shed with workshop, laundry and toilet attached.

Price - $227,000.00. Ph: 4668 5781.

PROPERTY

CHINCHILLA (Red Hill)680 ac. with good stands of Ironbark

and Cypress. Perm water in billabongs and creek. I bdrm Donga fully

equipped with shwr and toilet under cover. 7000 gal rainwater with pumps. 10m x 6m lockable shed on concrete. Good TV & mobile phone cover. 1 Kw Solar power, Solar HWS and 12v frig/

freezer included. Has a lot of potential for a number of uses and is only 15

kms from town. Fiat tractor and Hino truck cheap if required. $275k with vendor finance on 10% dep and 6%

interest P.A. Repayments neg. Contact Doug 0458 599 367 or email: doug.w@

harboursat.com.au for photos.......................................

BUSINESS + HOUSE FOR URGENT SALEMeandarra Licensed Post Office, lock stock & barrel with huge 4 bedroom

house + 2 Door Garage for URGENT SALE ($negotiable$). For more information

please ring Chris in confidence at Ph: 4665 6130 or 0467 489 075 or

meandarrapo@yahoo.com.au......................................

FOR SALEHouse with Income on 5 acres. 3

Bedroom, 2 toilets, air-con in main bedroom and living area. 9’ ceilings,

hardiplank exterior and shed. 2 government school bus run contracts

and 2 buses. $320,000. Ph: Jerry 4663 0050.

WORK WANTEDProfessional Editor and Proofreader will

correct your writingbefore you print. For more information

phone 46634744

Email your free Classifieds to: tara@westerndownsmagazines.com Fax: 07 3054 0550 or Post: 35 High St, Jandowae, 4410

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Our Contributors

Lynelle UrquhartPhotographer & WriterLynelle and family live and work on a cattle breeding and cropping farm at Moonie. She also teaches part time at a couple of local primary schools. Lynelle is state webmaster for ICPA (an educational lobby group) and is the publicity person for many local groups including the Moonie Sports Club and Moonie ICPA.

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Julie WhelanPhotographerJulie moved to the area this year with her family from the Gold Coast. She has been a photographer for 14 years, shooting over 500 weddings. She was also a water skiier at Sea World for over 15 years. Together with water skiing, photography and journalism are her passions.

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Alcoholic Anonymous open 10am - 10pm 3255 9162

Bunya Mts & District AmCom Inc. Promoting Radio Comm & Electronics Neil or Ricky N: 0488 687 649 / R: 0429 726 833

C&K Meandarra Community Kindergarten Terese Brockhurst 4665 6197

C&K Glenmorgan Community Kindergarten Terese Brockhurst 4665 6890

C&K Tara Community Preschooling Centre Sue Page 4665 3376

Country Chatters Toastmasters  Ann Smith 4669 2156 or 0439 681 196

Hannaford Rose & Geranium Club Marion Simmonds 4665 3168

Lifeline Clothing Store Susan Madden 4665 3858

Lifeline Darling Downs & South West Qld Financial Counselling Services Julie Lane 1300 991 443

Meals On Wheels at the Neighbourhood Centre Ros Wade 46653508

Meandarra Home Nursing Service Donna Phipps 4665 6336

Meandarra Police John Evans 4665 6100

ChurchesSaint Mary's Catholic Church

Assembly of God ChurchTara Community Church

St Martin’s Anglican Church

Father JackGraham MullerJohn ArnellIrma Porter / Barbara Langes

4665 34014665 38284665 9109I: 4669 4210 / B: 4665 3236

Scout Association Bec Chalker 4665 3316

Community Centre Rosalind 4665 3508

Tara Shire State College 4678 7333

Tara and Surrounds Local Cricket Clubs  Junior Cricket

The Gums Meandarra

MoonieCondamine

Tara

Doug Bougoure Clayton Arnell Doug Jamieson Patty Nolan Sam Taylor Matthew Prain

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Tara Community Care - HACC Trish Geraghty 4665 3246 

Tara Lionesses Gail Dicks 4665 3719

Senior Citizens Inc Maree Foster 4669 4054

Sporting ClubsTara Dance Academy

Tara Ladies’ Bowls ClubTara Little Athletics

Tara Polocrosse Club & Tara CampdraftTara Race Club & Tara Social Squash

Tara Squash and Fitness CentreTara Swimming Club and Swimming Pool

Tara Tennis ClubThe Gums Sports Club

Touch Football ClubBowls Club

 Golf ClubTara & District Junior Rugby League

Netball Club & Pony Club

Sherrin GuntherIrene Dowling Janice MackTracey WilsonDoug Bougoure Matthew PrainRic WhitingRick BrauerChristine NealDoug Bougoure

Denis Sommerfeld Greg CoaseRos Bougoure

4665 37444665 34494665 67514669 21860437 735 919 Club 4665 3673 Pool 4665 315146653353 466591044665 37764665 33294665 3776

0458 990 021

Sporting Shooters Association of Australia (Dalby Branch) Jan Linsley 4662 4666 / 0419 404 303

State Emergency Service Contact Rod Parker 0427 516 719

Tara Crisis Support Group Gail Dicks 4665 3719

Tara District Police Jason Watts 4665 3200

Tara Folk Art Group Kathy Francis 4665 3561

Tara Long Day Care & Kindy 4665 3376

Tara Men’s Group Ken Williams 4668 2127

Tara Neighbourhood Centre Ros Wade 46653508

Tara Show Society Lyndel Neal 46653897

Tara Historical Society Gail Dicks 4665 3719

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Do you or your business offer any of these services? Have your name and number

listed for only $7 a month.

Any business that advertises also receives their details in here for FREE!

Tara Trade DirectoryAccommodation Commercial Hotel - Ph: 4665 3214 Email:

commercialhoteltara@bigpond.com

Bunya Mountains Accommodation Centre. Ph. 4668 3126. info@bunyamountains.com

Accountants BMO - 187 Drayton Street, Dalby – Ph: 4662 3722

Air Conditioning Service, supply and install air conditioners E: murray@043split.com.au Ph: 0437 754 844

Bank National Australia Bank, 37 Day Street, Tara. Ph: 4678 7000.

Beauty Clinic Nicoles Simply Beautiful Beauty Clinic, 56G Patrick St, Dalby. Ph. 4669 8198

Builder Carmody Building Services - BSA: 10629 Brisbane: 0419 730 811 Tara: 0439 172 137

Business Cards & Branding

Western Downs Magazines - W: www.westerndownsmagazines.com Ph: 4668 5953

Computer Sales & Repairs

Brodah Computer Systems - Ph: 0417 143 459 - Reliable Local Service Since 1997

Concreter Connor’s Concreting, Shaun Connor - Ph: 4669 4068 M: 0427 694 068

Containers Gosden’s Machinery - Shipping Containers and used farm machinery - 24999 Warrego Hwy, Chinchilla Ph 4665 2289 or 0427 584 397

Cosmedical Cosmetic Elegance Clinic. Suite 102, Level 1, Medici Medical Centre, Toowoomba. Ph: 4638 2700.

Council Western Downs Regional Council, Tara Customer Service Centre - 19 Fry Street

Dozer & Grader Hire

Call John 4665 3931, Steve 4669 4057 or Ron 4669 4336

Drafting & Building Design

Martin Building Design - Residential, Commercial, Industrial. Ph. 4662 1403. www.martindesign.com.au

DVD Conversion from VHS etc.

“Save your memories before it’s too late!” George Sturgess Mob: 0428 157 566

Earthmoving Hurlock Backhoe & Drainage, Bruce Hurlock - Ph: 0427 624 492

Electrician Stewarts Electrical and Television. Stewarts Electrical offer domestic, commercial and industrial electrical installations and service. Contact one of our friendly staff on: 07 4662 3969 or drop in and see us at 31 Nicholson Street, Dalby

Electrician Dave Mitchell, Electrical Contractor. Ph: 0414 423 836. david@retick.com

Flooring Dalby Carpet Court - 33 Condamine St, Dalby - Ph: 4662 3870 Fax: 4662 5144

Florist Pam’s Greenery and Flowers. 45 Day Street Tara. Ph. 4669 4729

Funeral Services Burstows - 9 Rochdale St Dalby, Ph: 4679 8200

Furniture Dalby Dealers Furniture, 8 Eileen St Dalby, Ph: 4662 2828, F: 4662 5758, W: www.homemakersaustrallia.com.au

Garden Centre Dalby Landscape & Home Garden Supplies. 15 Hospital Rd, Dalby. Ph: 4662 3910. F: 4662 5475

Handbags Pam’s Greenery and Flowers. 45 Day Street Tara. Ph. 4669 4729

Hardware Tara Hardware - Richard & Lou Thornbury. 47 Day St, Tara. Ph: 4665 3216. tarahardware@hotmail.com

Medical Services Tara Community Outreach Medical Services. Medical ph: 1800 99 29 29, Dental Ph: 1800 99 49 49

Music Centre Bi-Rite Electrical - O’Shea’s Music Centre. 23 Hospital Rd, Dalby. Ph: 4662 3100

Optometrists Eyecare Eyewear, Dalby Shoppingworld, Ph: 4669 7072, Chinchilla Central, Ph: 4668 9888

John Davies Optometrists – We’re Serious About Your Eyes - 46a Archibald St, Dalby. Ph: 4662 3725

Party Hire Time2Party - 16 Eileen Street, Dalby. Ph: 4669 8998. F: 4662 3825

Pest Control Amalgamated Pest Control - Ph: 4662 7082 E: chinchilla@amalpest.com.au

Central Pest Control – Ph: 4662 1132, M: 0412 340 644. PO Box 776, Dalby 4405. centralpest@bigpond.com

Pharmacy Dalby and District Friendly Society Dispensary Ltd. 52 Cunningham St, Dalby Ph: 4662 5333 F: 4662 5595

Real Estate Agent Elders Real Estate 34 Day Street, Tara Ph 46653399.

Rural Supplies Elders Rural Services, 34 Day Street, Tara Ph 46653399.

Tara Rural Supplies - 46 Day Street, Tara - Ph: 4665 3366

Shipping Container Hire & Sales

Dalby Containers - Ph: 4663 5544

Gosden’s Machinery – Shipping Containers and used farm machinery – 24999 Warrego Hwy, Chinchilla 46652289 or 0427584397.

Supermarket Foodworks Tara - 23 Day Street, Tara. Ph: 4665 3188

Tattoos and Piercing

Ink Addict Tattoo & Piercing Studio. Phone: 0428750011email: InkAddict@bordernet.com.au Join us on Facebook:http://www.facebook.com/groups/InkAddictTara/

Timber Blinco Bros Timbers - 18079 Warrego Hwy, Dalby. Ph: 4669 6766, E: dalby@blincotimbers.com.au

Towing Western Downs Towing - All Towing and carrying up to 5 tonnes. Ph. 4669 4068

Tractor Parts Wideland Ag & Construction - 18080 Warrego Hwy, Dalby. Ph: 1300 783 379. Parts & Sales of Case IH.

Wildlife Rescue Registered Wildlife Carer - Ph 46653729 or 0438 123793

Website Design Kabosh Creative - ‘Elgin’, Condamine, Ph. 4627 7290, www.kaboshcreative.com.au

Trade Directory