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Magpies go down ghting in grand nal
Last Saturday saw Blackalls under 14 rugby league team contest the grand nal in Barcaldine and though they left without the trophy, they won plenty of respect. Blackalls 13 took on Barcaldines 19-strong team and went down ghting to the tune of 16-10. Barcaldine opened the scoring with a converted try by going around the outside of the Blackall boys and scoring a long range try next to the posts. Blackall fought back and after being denied a try with a dubious held-up call, crossed next to the post with a good try to Rob Bauer with the try converted by Jack Politch, squaring the ledger at 6 all. The game ebbed and owed from one end to the other with no side being able to take control. A mistake by the Magpies in their own red zone just before half time saw the Goannas take their chances and score right on the stroke of the half time hooter, with the sides going to the break at 12-6 to the Barcaldine Sand Goannas. The Magpies started the second half with a couple of good sets of six both in attack and defence and with a strong breeze at their backs, things were looking good. The dening point of the second half came after a great defensive effort with the Barcaldine team trapped in their own half on the fth tackle, and the clearing kick going off the side of the kickers boot. Barcaldine received a relieving penalty and from the ensuing set of six managed to get on the outside of the Blackall team and scored a good try out wide. The conversion was unsuccessful, leaving the Magpies down 16-6. With time running out the Maggies scored a try out wide to Jack Politch, which he was unable to
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convert, leaving the Magpies behind 10-16 and only two minutes left on the clock. Barcaldine held on in the last couple of minutes to take out a very entertaining grand nal. Great games were had by all members of the team, in particular Jack Politch who gave his all the entire match and was rewarded with an individual trophy at the end of the game. Thanks must go out to Rob Bauer and Mitchell Donohue for playing when home from school throughout the year. Some great entertainment was seen early in the day with all Blackall juniors represented from under 7s through to the 14s. This is the last of Blackalls games for the Central West competition for the year, but it has been agreed to have a friendly day in Tambo against the Tambo/ Augathella juniors in the under 8s, 10s and 12s on September 7 in Tambo. The presentation day has been set down for Sunday, September 14, which will cap off a very successful year for the junior Magpies.
Barcoo Indy future on the line

The future of the Barcoo Independent in 2009 and beyond lies with the outcome of a sponsorship campaign launched at the beginning of August. Guests at the campaign launch heard that for the newspaper to continue, the Blackall Newspaper Group, which publishes the Barcoo Independent, needs to raise $60,000. Volunteer writer and editor Sally Cripps has announced that she will be reducing her newspaper workload at the end of the year, prompting the group to seek alternatives keep the community newspaper open. Our objectives are clear, BNG president Margaret Warren stated, to put the Barcoo Independent on a solid footing for years to come, by moving to employ a full-time journalist from 2009. Our target is to raise $60 000 which will enable us to produce a weekly newspaper and offer a more attractive package for advertisers. Once a newspaper achieves weekly publication status it is listed with agencies and begins to attract revenue from sources such as governments, an avenue
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In pairs at the Blackall Bowls Club on Sunday, 17 August, Tex Hayward and Rob Doyle did battle with Mitch Pngst and Ron Robinson. It was a tight game for the rst nine ends with Mitch and Ron just in front 8-7, but then Tex and Rob lost 10 shots in the next three ends to be trailing 17-2. They clawed their way back to be only four behind with two ends to play, only to go down by seven shots on end 20, nally losing 2821. In sets of nine ends Lew Kelly played Col Pngst in a very good game with Lew winning the rst set narrowly 8-6. Col then played well to win the second set 11-4, going on to win the last set 10-7.
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The handicapper proved right in both games on Sunday, August 10 with back markers winning both games. Don Daly, giving Roy Black 12 strokes, looked to be in trouble trailing 19-8, but then Roy dropped 10 strokes on the next three ends to lead by only one stroke. After that it was all Don, going on to win 31-27. In the other game Ross Browning gave Greg McNamara 16 shots and had to ght hard after being down 23-20 after 27 ends. Rosss class nally gave him a win of 31-27. In sets of nine ends John Bowyer had a woeful rst set against Lew Kelly, losing 10-1 but then recovered to win the second set 76.
Lew however was not to be denied, winning the nal set 9-7. In social play Rob Doyle defeated Woody 19-8. There will open house social bowls this Sunday instead of championship bowls with all bowlers and non-bowlers welcome. Teams for the day will be picked from a hat. Play will start at 10 am, breaking for a BBQ at 12, followed by another game afterward. No bowls dress code is required but players should ensure shoes with no high heels are worn. It is hoped many turn up and have a good fun day
of cash ow which is currently not available. The group has devised a number of sponsorship packages under a Friends of the Barcoo Independent banner, ranging from platinum for $5000 and above to an individual/small sponsorshop deal for amounts between $1 and $499. Varying levels of advertising and promotional stories will be offered in return. MC for the night and selfconfessed friend of the Barcoo Indy, Terry Brennan said he did not think it was melodramatic to say that unless enough money was raised, the newspaper would be forced to close at the end of the year. I strongly urge you from the bottom of my heart to reect on a Blackall community without a Barcoo Indy, he said. The very real impact on our community if the BNG fails to raise sufcient funds is that we, the people of Blackall, will yet again lose our community voice. In these uncertain times of change we face as a community we must demand a voice for Blackall, but the BNG can only do it with
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-- by Dally Holden
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The Barcoo Retirement Village has pledged a contribution of $10,000 to the Blackall Newspaper Group to kick start its campaign to employ a full-time journalist from 2009. Speaking at the launch of the sponsorship campaign, spokesperson Daphne Rich said the Barcoo Retirement Village committee was proud of the Barcoo Independent. She likened the dedication of the newspaper group over the last eight years to that of the Retirement Village committee, saying that both had the best interests of the future of Blackall at heart. Our residents in the village and the aged care facility love the little paper as it gives them the opportunity to participate in the life of the community, even if at a distance, she said. A community newspaper is an important facilitator for all areas of activity and information dissemination and can draw the community together. A weekly paper is so much more effective as the news and information is current. The Blackall Newspaper Group plans to publish weekly as soon as possible after putting on a fulltime employee next year, to attract greater advertising revenue. Mrs Rich said the Retirement Village committee trusted that its sponsorship, along with contributions from the wider community, would allow the newspaper groups goals to be met.
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Whats in a name? Blackall-Tambo surveys residents

Residents of the Blackall-Tambo Regional Council are being invited to share their thoughts on the name of their regional council, through a ier being distributed in the mail. At its monthly meeting on August 13, CEO Ken Timms told councillors that they had only one chance to make sure of the name they wished to take them into the future. Once you have a name and a logo on everything, thats it, he said. Now is the opportunity to think about what that should be. Councillors reacted positively to the suggestion, with Cr Graham Jarvis noting that Blackall-Tambo had been selected by the Local Transition Committee prior to the March elections, and that it hadnt been given a lot of time to consider names. We really had no say in it at the time, he said. I think they chose Blackall-Tambo so that neither name got lost. Cr Sally Cripps said she would welcome the chance to consider a name that symbolised a new beginning and gave the region a unique identity. I think Blackall-Tambo was really a stopgap name and Id like to nd something that was a bit more imaginative. She said she understood that the Barcoo shire, based around Jundah and Windorah, had objected to the use of Upper
Barcoo for the council made of Blackall and Tambo, as it could lead to confusion in many circles. Cr Grahame Schluter said that it shouldnt just be up to council and he would like to see the community being consulted about names. For all we know, they might like Blackall-Tambo best, he said. A letter drop was decided on as the best method of gathering ideas, but a time limit of September 10 was set. Councillors were not keen to see the issue of the regions name and logo drag on and wanted to have some idea of community opinion by its next meeting.
-- by Sally Cripps
The Barcoo Independent grows each year

signicant help. The Barcoo Independent has grown from a yearly circulation in 2004 of 4806 newspapers to nearly 9000 sales expected by the end of 2008. It has developed from being an eight-page newspaper produced with volunteer labour in the back ofce of a local business house and sharing the state schools photocopier, to employing a layout designer and regularly featuring 20 pages, produced at the Visitor Information Centre on the groups own copier. Four years ago, the odds against the successful establishment of a community newspaper seemed insurmountable, Mrs Warren said. Each year we have been proud to announce that
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The Blackall Pistol Club hosted the Nell Dix Memorial shoot over the weekends of 3rd and 17th August with centre re, sports and standard matches being shot. Keith and David Jackson once again continued this event on behalf of the family. Winner of the centre re event was Bruce McPaul with an off pistol score of 491, just ahead of Arthur Elmy who took second place on 484. In third place was Aub Carter on 432 while other scores were: Doug Lane on 271 and Doug Church on 90. Bruce McPaul had a top round of 91 in the duelling section Only a small eld contested the sports pistol event with Noelene Gleeson taking rst place with an off pistol score of 505. In second place was Peter Fenson on 402
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while third place went to Peter Molle. Noelene Gleeson then took out a double by winning the standard match event, scoring an off pistol total of 510, with Robyn Lound as runner-up on 487 and Peter Molle third on 474. Other scores were: Spencer Astill on 365, Doug Lane on 344 and Lloyd Marsh with 131 Peter Molle was very consistent with two rounds of 91 in the precision section, and Noelene had a round of 90. The next ofcial shoot is a free pistol event to be held this Sunday, August 24 from 9am. Practice matches will be available for centre re and air pistol events for those who wish to do so. The Schluters Bakery Rapid Fire event will then follow on September 7.
we have continued to publish on a regular basis. We feel condent that, with the support of the community, this new challenge will be met. The sponsorship campaign closes on September 26, after which the BNG will assess whether it can continue or make plans to close the newspaper down. Prospectuses are available from the Visitor Information Centre and BNG members Sally Cripps, Kirstie Davison and Terry Kingston are available to discuss sponsorship proposals. The group thanked Ozzie Newell at the Acacia Motor Inn and Outback Sound for their assistance towards the campaign launch.
Cattle sales back on track

After disruptions from transport stoppages and rain, cattle sales at the Blackall yards are back on track with Blackall Combined Agents yarding a total of 2500 head on August 7 and 2600 head on August 14. The market was solid on August 7 and producers with fat cattle were rewarded with a rising market on August 14. The fall of the Australian dollar and easing of world oil prices has assisted price increases, according to agents. The lead pen of bullocks at Blackall on August 14 reached 182 c/kg. Heavy export weight cows sold to similar rates. Adams and Son, Darracourt, sold superior Simbrah cows to a top of 150 c/kg and weighing 705 kg for the lead. McKenzie Family Pastoral, North Delta, Barcaldine sold Brahman
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cows to 145 c/kg averaging 558 kg. Their Charbray bulls reached 178 c/kg and 850 kg. Feeder steers from North Delta reached 175 c/kg weighing 500 kg. Light store heifers to return to the paddock and also for slaughter reached 176 c/kg. Jason and Janelle Jeynes Killarney Park Tambo sold Santa cows with Angus calves at foot for $795. The previous week, La Plata Grazing sold Braford cross steers topping at 182.2 c/kg for 525 kg to return $956/hd. Recruit Investments, Prairie Downs sold Brahman cross steers topping at 180.2 c/kg to weigh 589 kg to return $1062/hd. Brahman cross cows from Kevin and Bev Gillies, Devenish sold for 154.2 c/kg weighing 552 kg and returning $852/hd.
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Health News
Preventing Oseoporosis You can take action to minimise your risk of developing osteoporosis and a rst fracture. Bone health is maintained in the body by: Calcium, Adequate Vitamin D and Exercise. Exercise Exercise helps to build and maintain strong bones, prevent falls and fractures and speed rehabilitation. There are two main types of exercises that are benecial to bone health: Weight bearing and resistance. Weight-bearing exercise means any exercise that is done while you are on your feet, so that gravity is exerting a force. Your bones become stronger when they bear weight during exercise and when some amount of impact or extra strain is placed on those bones. If the strain level is too low, then the bone will not become stronger and may still lose mass. Too much strain could result in injury. The best strain is from activities that may be new to your body, which means your bones are getting a variety of forces and loads on them. Examples of weight bearing exercise Examples of weight-bearing activities are jogging, walking, tennis, dancing, golf and netball. Swimming and cycling are not considered weight-bearing exercises (but are good for muscle strength). Activities that are high-impact, such as aerobics, running and jumping, have a greater effect on bone strength than low-impact activities, such as walking and cycling. Everyday activities such as normal walking are not considered to be especially bonebuilding because they produce a strain that is normal for the body, although very fast walking has been shown to help maintain bone strength. A very fast short walk (20 min) is better for bone than a long slow walk of 1 hour. Resistance exercises (lifting weights with your arms or legs) Resistance exercises, also called strength training, can have a good effect on the health of your bones and have been shown to reduce the number of falls in older people. The strong muscle contractions required to move a heavy weight place stress or strain on the bone that the muscles are attached to. When bone feels a strain repeatedly (as also happens in regular exercise training) it responds by increasing bone mass so as to become stronger. Targeting specic muscle groups around the hip, spine and arms with weight-lifting is also a good idea. Everyday activities do not produce enough strain to change bone mass, so
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resistance exercises need to be increased as the body adapts to each new level. This can be done by: increasing the resistance increasing the number of repetitions changing the exercise so that a new strain pattern begins when it starts to feel easy, you need to increase the weight and do more repetitions. Exercise Tips for Strong Bones To have an effect on bone, exercise needs to be REGULAR, FAIRLY VIGOROUS, HAVE VARIETY (put different loads on it), and include SHORT INTENSE BURSTS. The amount and type of exercise will vary depending on your age and bone health. Overall, most people should aim to exercise for 30 40 minutes, four to six times each week, and include some weight-bearing and resistance exercises in the program. You can build up to this level over time Start slowly and progress gradually. Try to get into an exercise routine. You can break it up into several smaller amounts throughout the day. Set short term goals for what you want to achieve. They must be realistic, achievable and measurable. For example, adding 50 jumps to your regular walk over a 3-month period. The process of bone building is slow, it starts to happen as soon as you start regular exercise but it takes at least 6 months to be able to measure the effects Good exercises for bones: fast walking, jogging, dancing, tennis, volleyball and lifting weights. Choose exercises that you enjoy and vary your program to keep it interesting If you are having pain while exercising, stop and talk to your doctor or physiotherapist. Exercise if you have osteoporosis If you have been diagnosed with osteoporosis and/or have already had a fracture, you should see your doctor or physiotherapist about starting an individual exercise program. Your aim is to maintain bone strength and reduce the risk of fractures and falls by improving posture, balance and muscular strength. Because of the higher risk of fracture, exercising at a level high enough to produce stress on the bones is not recommended. Appropriate exercises include Tai Chi for balance, exibility and muscle strength, gentle weights for muscle strength, waterbased exercises (hydrotherapy) and walking Avoid high impact activities (eg running) Avoid jarring & twisting movements (eg golf swing) Avoid heavy lifting and lifting objects some distance from your body (eg picking up grandchildren) Avoid abdominal curls (sit-ups) Don't overdo it (especially if you have not done any activity for many years). How is osteoporosis diagnosed? Osteoporosis is diagnosed by a bone density test (medical name - Dual-energy
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X-ray Absorptiometry; DXA). It is a short, painless scan that measures the density (strength) of your bones, usually at the hip and spine. The result from this test is called a T-score. Your GP will rst assess your risk factors for osteoporosis, which include your age, medical history and lifestyle factors, before referring you for a test. Bone Density Test A bone density test will give you a Tscore. The result will be in the range of Normal Osteopenia (low bone density Osteoporosis. If the test shows normal You have normal bone density. Exercise, adequate calcium intake and vitamin D are all important factors for maintaining bone health. If the test shows osteopenia (low bone density) Your doctor may recommend lifestyle changes to reduce risk factors that can affect bone health. Your doctor will also recommend a follow-up test in 1-2 years to monitor your bone density. If the test shows osteoporosis This means your bone density is low and at risk of fracture. Your doctor will probably recommend you start treatment to stop further bone loss and prevent fractures. Lifestyle changes will also be recommended. A follow-up test is commonly conducted in a year to monitor your bone density and the effectiveness of the treatment. It is important to be aware of your bone health, as osteoporosis often has no symptoms until a fracture occurs. Medicare Rebates for a bone density test There is a Medicare rebate for a bone density test (DXA scan) if you Have been previously diagnosed with osteoporosis Have had one or more fractures due to osteoporosis Are 70 years or over in age Are taking corticosteroids, or have Cushing's syndrome Have not had a menstrual period for more than 6 months, under age 45 (excludes pregnancy) Are male and have low testosterone Have rheumatoid arthritis, chronic kidney or liver disease, overactive thyroid or parathyroid or coeliac disease. Heel Ultrasound You may see advertisements for other types of bone tests in chemists and shopping centres, called Heel Ultrasounds. Heel Ultrasound is not the recommended standard test to measure your bone strength and predict your risk of fracture. Taken from Osteoperosis Australia http://www.osteoporosis.org.au accessed 10.07.08.) Next edition will be on preventing and diagnosing osteoperosis. Glory Baker Director of Nursing
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Cool reception for draft plan at Blackall-Tambo

The state governments blueprint to manage the social and economic challenges confronting communities in the central west has been given a cautious reception by Blackall-Tambo Regional Council. Mayor Jan Ross said she would really need to dissect the draft Central West Regional Plan and see if the governments big plan would t the needs of Blackall and Tambo. It was launched by deputy Premier and Minister for Infrastructure and Planning Paul Lucas, and Local Government Minister Warren Pitt in Longreach on August 5. It is now available for public scrutiny and comment from the council ofce. According to Mr Lucas, the plan is about managing the challenges facing the 12 500 people who live in the region. This area is one of the most sparsely populated in Australia and that presents some unique challenges when it comes to planning for the coming decades. Our regional plans for south east and far north Queensland are designed to manage rapidly growing populations. The challenge here is a very different one, to deal with the social and economic issues that come with static or declining populations. The classication of towns in the region, to assist governments to plan how and where services and infrastructure should be located, was the main area in which Blackall-Tambo councillors took the plans architect John Brun to task over when he attended the August council meeting to explain the purpose of the plan. The four classications in the central west are: major rural activity centre (Longreach), district rural activity centres (Barcaldine, Bedourie, Blackall, Boulia, Jundah and Winton) and community activity centres (Alpha, Aramac, Birdsville, Isisford, Tambo and Windorah). It looks as though the government has virtually decided that this is the way they want us to remain, Cr Sally Cripps said. If funds are handed out on the basis of classication then how are the smaller centres ever going to get ahead? Mr Brun, who is based in Longreach with the Department of Infrastructure and Planning, said major projects wouldnt be going to smaller centres because it didnt make economic sense. Cr Cripps also commented that she expected more substance to the plans objectives and strategies. Surely everyone in the room would agree with statements such as assist in revitalisation of centres by establishing mechanisms to provide support for small business to locate in business districts throughout the region, but I expected to see some of these mechanisms outlined, she said. Mr Brun responded that after the plan came into being, a ve year action plan would be prepared to outline key priorities from amongst all those listed. The action plan will identify the projects, the actions required and the lead agency, he said. If Blackall-Tambo decides it wants to do something about housing for instance, it can put its hand up to manage that. Some of the issues identied in the plan include attracting and retaining skilled staff; providing opportunities to halt outward
youth migration; transport networks; distances people have to travel to gain human and social services such as health and education; maintaining safe and secure air access; the capacity to meet increasing environmental outcome expectations; accessing intrastate, interstate and international markets to export goods and services; and the effects of climate change, particularly on rainfall patterns, and the extremes in weather conditions. The plan highlights signicant employment and growth potential in industries such as geothermal and solar thermal energy, carbon farming, organic agriculture, aquaculture and agribusiness, ecotourism, Indigenous tourism, palaeotourism, education/study tourism and heritage/cultural tourism, macropod and wild game harvesting, and in cottage industries and niche marketing.
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Blackall remembers Vietnam Veterans

Last Monday communities throughout Australia came together to commemorate Vietnam Veterans Day and Blackall was no different when a small group of approximately 20 gathered in the Memorial Park. It included Ken Cook, a Vietnam veteran who had travelled from Isisford to be part of the ceremony, which was conducted against a backdrop of cement formwork and bright orange safety barrier fences surrounding the nal stages of the cenotaph refurbishment. Reverend Beth ONeill assisted RSL sub branch president Terry Brennan with the conduct of the ceremony. Peter Dallas, a local Vietnam veteran, laid a wreath in memory of all veterans. The 13 names of the Blackall community members who served were read out. Terry asked those present to especially remember Lance Corporal Phillip Goody, an infantryman with the 8th Battalion Royal Australian Regiment, who died on May 1, 1970. He noted that as part of next
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years re-dedication of the refurbished cenotaph, Phillips name would be added to the rear wall of the obelisk alongside the honour rolls of World Wars One and Two. Harry Kitching delivered the ode in his usual impressive and stoic style. In his address Terry spoke of the unusual manner in which Vietnam veterans were treated by the community when they returned home to Australia and how this set them aside from the manner in which previous and subsequent veterans have been treated. He stated the Vietnam campaign was unusual in that there was the trauma of ghting a war in a foreign land, that few Australians had heard of, and even fewer cared about, a war that many said was not ours to ght. He concluded by saying that without national support many veterans were left without any feelings of honour. Terry also drew attention to this year being the 40th anniversary of the battles of Coral and Balmoral. He highlighted that during the
26-day period, soldiers experienced the most sustained and intense battles ever fought by Australian forces in Vietnam. As part of the ceremony Reverend ONeill used two of the prayers delivered at the national commemoration ceremony held in Canberra in May as part of a belated national recognition of the battles. The afternoon in Blackall concluded with an evening barbeque arranged by RSL sub branch secretary Don Daly, which was enjoyed by all who attended. Terry said he appreciated the effort made by all those who took the time from their busy lives to attend, including members of the re brigade. He said that although he was a little disappointed with the numbers this year they were up on last year but there was a way to go to reach the number who attended in 2006. He strongly encouraged a greater community presence and stronger support next year.
4:30 G.P. 5:30 Strictly Dancing 6:00 Childrens Shows 11:00 Time Team 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 National Press Club Address 1:30 Talking Heads 2:00 Parliament Question Time 3:00 Childrens Shows 6:00 Travel Oz 6:30 The Cook And The Chef 7:00 News 7:30 The 7.30 Report 8:00 The New Inventors 8:30 Spicks And Specks 9:00 The Hollowmen 9:30 Very Small Business 10:00 At The Movies 10:30 Lateline 11:05 Lateline Business 11:30 Murphys Law 12:25 Parliament Question Time 1:25 Movie: The Sugarland Express (1974) 3:25 National Press Club Address 4:30 G.P. 5:30 Strictly Dancing 6:00 Childrens Shows 11:00 The Worst Jobs In History 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Pie In The Sky 1:30 Collectors 2:00 Parliament Question Time 3:00 Childrens Shows 6:00 Can We Help? 6:10 Buildings That Shaped Britain 7:00 News 7:30 The 7.30 Report 8:00 Catalyst 8:30 Family Footsteps 9:30 Q&A 10:25 Lateline 11:00 Lateline Business 11:30 Live At The Basement 12:25 Wildside 1:20 Parliament Question Time 2:20 Movie: Mexican Spitre 3:25 Songs Of Praise 3:55 The Glass House 4:30 G.P. 5:30 Strictly Dancing 6:00 Childrens Shows 11:05 The Lion Man 11:25 Aussie Animal Rescue 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 National Press Club Address 1:30 Spicks And Specks 2:00 The Private Life Of A Masterpiece 3:00 Childrens Shows 6:00 Message Stick 6:30 Can We Help? 7:00 News 7:30 Stateline 8:00 Collectors 8:30 Wire In The Blood 10:00 Little Miss Jocelyn 10:25 Lateline 11:05 Double The Fist 11:35 triple j tv 12:05 Good Game 12:35 rage 5:00 rage 8:00 rage: Guest Programmer 9:00 triple j tv With The Doctor 10:00 Soul Deep 11:00 Totally Frank 11:30 The Cook And The Chef 12:00 Stateline 12:30 Australian Story 1:00 Foreign Correspondent 1:30 Can We Help? 2:00 Rugby League: 2008 4:00 Love Is In The Air 5:00 Bowls: QLD Open 2008 6:00 My Family 6:30 Gardening Australia 7:00 News 7:30 Wild At Heart 8:15 ABC News 8:20 The Bill 9:50 Paralympic Games Beijing 2008 Opening Ceremony 1:00 rage
Barcoo Independent TV Guide August 31 - Sept 6 ABC SEVEN Imparja SBS

6:00 Sunrise 9:00 The Morning Show 11:00 Raggs 11:30 Seven Morning News 12:00 Movie: Mystery Woman: Game Time 2:00 All Saints 3:00 Infomercials 4:00 Its Academic 4:30 News 5:00 M*A*S*H 5:30 Deal Or No Deal 6:00 News 6:30 Today Tonight 7:00 Home And Away 7:30 Crash Investigation Unit 8:00 Medical Emergency 8:30 Criminal Minds 9:30 Alan Sugar: The Apprentice 10:50 Beyond Boiling Point 11:20 The Unit 12:20 Cavemen 12:50 Young Ramsay 2:00 Infomercials 4:00 NBC Today 5:30 Early News 6:00 Sunrise 9:00 The Morning Show 11:00 Raggs 11:30 News 12:00 Movie: Love Sick (2007) 2:00 All Saints 3:00 Infomercials 4:00 Its Academic 4:30 News 5:00 M*A*S*H 5:30 Deal Or No Deal 6:00 News 6:30 Today Tonight 7:00 Home And Away 7:30 TBA 9:30 Ugly Betty 10:30 Trinny & Susannah Undress The Nation 11:30 Beauty And The Geek 12:30 House Calls To The Rescue 1:30 Kiwifruit 2:00 Infomercials 4:00 NBC Today 5:30 Early News 6:00 Sunrise 9:00 The Morning Show 11:00 Raggs 11:30 News 12:00 Movie: Hang Em High (1968) 2:30 Discover Tasmania 3:00 Infomercials 4:00 Its Academic 4:30 News 5:00 M*A*S*H 5:30 Deal Or No Deal 6:00 News 6:30 Today Tonight 7:00 Home And Away 7:30 Better Homes And Gardens 8:30 Sevens AFL 3:00 Infomercials 4:00 NBC Today 6:00 Childrens Shows 9:00 Movie: Jump In! (2007) 11:00 Master Raindrop 11:30 Girl TV 12:00 Eclipse 1:00 V8 Xtra 2:00 AFL: 5:30 Hook Line & Sinker 6:00 News 6:30 Scrubs 7:00 AFL: 11:30 Movie: Super Troopers (2002) 1:35 5ive Days To Midnight 2:35 Wildest Arctic 3:30 It Is Written 4:00 Home Shopping 5:00 Dateline NBC 5.30 Creo A Dollar 6.00 Today 9.00 Mornings With Kerri-Anne 10:00 Top End Tour: Australia v Bangladesh 1:30 Hi-5 2.00 Top End Tour: Australia v Bangladesh 6.00 News 6.30 A Current Affair 7.00 Two And A Half Men 7.30 Two And A Half Men 8:00 Hole In The Wall 8.30 Movie: The Wedding Crashers 11:00 Balls Of Steel 11.30 Balls Of Steel 12.00 Home Shopping 12.30 Surfari 1:00 Mad TV 5.30 Creo A Dollar 6.00 Today 9.00 Mornings With Kerri-Anne 11.00 News 11.30 Home Shopping 12.00 Movie: Hunger Point (2003,M) 2.00 Days Of Our Lives 3.00 Entertainment Tonight 3.30 Hi-5 4.00 The Shak 4.30 News 5.00 Antiques Roadshow 6.00 News 6.30 A Current Affair 7.00 Two And A Half Men 7.30 Getaway 8.30 The Strip 9.30 The Footy Show 11.00 The Footy Show Late 1.00 Home Shopping 5.30 Creo A Dollar 6.00 Today 9.00 Mornings With Kerri-Anne 9:30 US Open Tennis Championships 2008 12.30 Home Shopping 1:00 Wife Swap USA 2.00 Days Of Our Lives 3.00 Entertainment Tonight 3.30 Hi-5 (F) 4.00 The Shak 4.30 News 5.00 Antiques Roadshow 6.00 News 6.30 Footprints 7.00 Two And A Half Men 7.30 NRL: Brisbane Broncos v Newcastle Knights 9.30 NRL: Sydney Roosters v St George Illawarra Dragons 11.30 Movie: On Deadly Ground (1994,M) 5.30 Christian City TV 6.00 US Open Tennis Championships 2008 8.00 Childrens Shows 10.00 Top End Tour: Australia v Bangladesh 1.30 The Snow Show (F) 2:00 Top End Tour: Australia v Bangladesh 6.00 News 6.30 Australias Funniest Home Video Show 7.30 Movie: Movie: Zathura: A Space Adventure 10.00 Movie: Hellboy M (2006) 12.20 Movie: Body Snatchers (1993,M)
5:20 Overseas News 7:15 Cycling: La Vuelta 2008 Daily Update 7:25 Overseas News 12:55 Market Update - Day 1:00 Movie: The Hero 2:40 Candy Viola 3:00 Efe: Just Quietly 3:30 Football Stars Of Tomorrow 4:00 he Journal 4:30 Newshour 5:30 Feast Bazaar: Essaouira 5:55 Market Update 6:00 Living Black 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 The Hairy Bikers Cookbook: 8:00 Inside Australia: Alive And Kicking 8:30 Dateline 9:30 World News Australia 10:00 Market Update - Night 10:05 Movie: Laputa: Castle In The Sky 12:20 Movie: Together
Wednesday September 3 Thursday September 4 Friday September 5 Saturday September 6
5:20 Overseas News 7:15 Cycling: La Vuelta 2008 Daily Update 7:25 Overseas News 12:55 Market Update 1:00 Australian Biography: Joan Kirner 1:30 Odyssey Of Life: Awakening Of The Senses 2:30 Dateline 3:30 Chefs Of The Great Hotels Of The World 4:00 The Journal 4:30 Newshour 5:30 FIFA Futbol Mundial 5:55 Market Update 6:00 Discovery of the World - Tassili, the Mountains of the Tuaregs 6:30 World News Australia 7:35 Inspector Rex 8:30 The Circuit 9:30 World News Australia 10:00 Market Update 10:05 Movie: The Child 11:45 Queer As Folk 12:40 Movie: Killing Words 5:20 Overseas News 7:15 Cycling: La Vuelta 2008 Daily Update 7:25 Overseas News 12:55 Market Update 1:00 The Food Lovers Guide To Australia 1:30 Insight 2:30 Space Tourists 3:30 Living Black 4:00 The Journal 4:30 Newshour 5:30 Rough Science: Safety 5:55 Market Update 6:00 Upstairs Downstairs 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Black Coffee: Gold in Your Cup 8:30 As it Happened: Promise to the Dead - The Exile Journey Of Ariel Dorfman 9:30 World News Australia 10:00 Market Update 10:05 Matrioshki: Thai Sex Trade 11:00 Movie: Who Killed Bbi? 1:10 Movie: Our Music
5:20 Overseas News 7:15 Cycling: La Vuelta 2008 Daily Update 7:25 Overseas News 12.50 Masterpiece: Tosca 3:00 Masterpiece: The Worlds of Chahine 4:05 Masterpiece: Living With the Future 4:35 Newshour 5:35 Lonely Planet: Six Degrees Istanbul 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Mythbusters 8:30 Iron Chef 9:20 RocKwiz 10:00 Great Australian Albums: The Go Betweens 11:00 Nynne: Happy Birthday 12:25 SOS 1:25 Newstopia 1:55 Life Support 2:25 Drawn Together
5:00 rage 6:30 Childrens Shows 9:00 Insiders 10:00 Inside Business 10:30 Offsiders 11:05 Asia Pacic Focus 11:30 Songs Of Praise 12:00 Landline 1:00 Gardening Australia 1:30 Message Stick 2:00 Hannibal: Enemy Of Rome 3:00 Fantastic Mr Dahl 4:05 Sting: Songs From The Labyrinth 5:00 Sunday Arts 6:00 At The Movies 6:30 The Einstein Factor 7:00 News 7:30 Doctor Who 8:15 Doctor Who: Condential Cutdown: 8:30 News 8:35 Midsomer Murders 10:10 Compass 10:50 Rafael Kubelik: Music Is My Country 12:10 Order In The House 1:10 Movie: Thats Right, Youre Wrong (1939) 2:50 Movie: Dangerous Corner 3:55 Hymns Of Glory 4:30 G.P. 5:30 Strictly Dancing 6:00 Childrens Show 11:00 Landline 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 A Place In Spain 12:55 A Place In Slovakia 1:30 The Cook And The Chef 2:00 Parliament Question Time 3:00 Childrens Shows 6:00 Landline Extra 6:30 Talking Heads 7:00 News 7:30 The 7.30 Report 8:00 Australian Story 8:30 Four Corners 9:20 Media Watch 9:35 Enough Rope With Andrew Denton 10:35 Lateline 11:10 Lateline Business 11:35 9/11: The Falling Man 12:50 Parliament Question Time 2:00 Movie: Caught (1948) 3:25 Bowls: PBA World Championships 2008
4:30 G.P. 5:30 Strictly Dancing 6:00 Childrens Shows 11:00 How Art Made The World 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 The Einstein Factor 1:00 The New Inventors 1:30 Catalyst 2:00 Parliament Question Time 3:00 Childrens Shows 6:05 Time Team 7:00 News 7:30 The 7.30 Report 8:00 Grumpy Old Women (F) 8:30 Grand Designs 9:30 Foreign Correspondent 10:00 First Tuesday Book Club With Jennifer Byrne 10:30 Lateline 11:05 Lateline Business 11:30 Four Corners 12:20 Media Watch 12:35 Parliament Question Time 1:35 Movie: The Great Man Votes 2:50 Movie: Armoured Car Robbery 3:55 Moulin Rouge Girls (F)
Barcoo Independent TV Guide August 31 - Sept 6 ABC SEVEN Imparja SBS

6:00 Choices 6:30 Ying Yang Yo 7:00 Blinky Bills Around The World Adventures 7:30 Weekend Sunrise 10:00 QBE Riverre 11:00 Lived To Tell The Tale 12:00 Movie: Man Of The House (1995) 2:00 AFL: Melbourne Vs Richmond 5:00 Discover Tasmania 5:30 Great South East 6:00 News 6:30 TBA 9:45 Movie: Four Weddings And A Funeral (1994) 12:00 Movie: That Championship Season (1999) 2:30 Home Shopping 3:30 NBC Meet The Press 4:30 NBC Today 5:30 Early News 6:00 Sunrise 9:00 The Morning Show 11:00 Raggs 11:30 News 12:00 Movie: College Can Be Murder 2:00 All Saints 3:00 Infomercials 4:00 Its Academic 4:30 News 5:00 M*A*S*H 5:30 Deal Or No Deal 6:00 News 6:30 Today Tonight 7:00 Home And Away 7:30 Border Security Australias Front Line 8:00 The Force - Behind The Line 8:30 City Homicide 9:30 Bones 10:30 Boston Legal 11:30 30 Rock 12:00 Youve Got The Job 12:30 Medical Rookies 1:00 A Country Practice 2:00 Infomercials 4:00 NBC Today 5:30 Early News 6:00 Sunrise 9:00 The Morning Show 11:00 Raggs 11:30 Seven Morning News 12:00 Movie: The Pledge 2:00 All Saints 3:00 Infomercials 4:00 Its Academic 4:30 News 5:00 M*A*S*H 5:30 Deal Or No Deal 6:00 News 6:30 Today Tonight 7:00 Home And Away 7:30 RSPCA Animal Rescue 8:00 Find My Family 8:30 Packed To The Rafters 9:30 All Saints 10:30 TBA 11:30 Beauty And The Geek 12:30 The Body Specialists 1:00 Hot Auctions 1:30 Learners 2:00 Infomercials 4:00 NBC Today 5:30 Early News
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BlackallEkkas champion future. win Ekka prime lamb comp connections The Brisbane
and reserve champion ribbons in its prime lamb competition have this year gone to producers with Blackall connections. Kara Hauff, 18, from the Outback Lamb feedlot at Bell won the championship, while lambs owned by Bill and Sally Cripps of Blackall were judged the reserve champions of the show. Kara grew up at Blackall and her father Kevin has been entering the RNA prime lamb competition for 15 years, while they lived in the west and since they moved to the Darling Downs. I would be disappointed if Kara didnt know a good lamb by now, Kevin said, saying she had rst pick of the sheep entered by the family feedlot. This is the second RNA lamb championship the family has received, but for Bill and Sally Cripps, it was their maiden ribbon and only their rst year of competition. This was right out of left eld, Bill said. We were just entering as a learning experience for the They operate a Prime SAMM stud at Blackall and send their rst cross lambs to the Prime Lamb Australia feedlot at Allora, in which they are unitholders. We see this award as proof not only that we are on the right track with our breeding and feeding objectives, and it shows that western Queensland can supply a quality article for the trade, Bill said. We can produce a great carcase and still make money from woolgrowing, which is just what we wanted. Both champion and reserve champion pens were selected from the export/restaurant quality class, which is for animals over 22 kilograms. The Melrose SAMM lambs had dressed weights of 24.8, 27 and 27.2 kg, while the Outback Lamb entries averaged 30.33 kg. There was only .6 kg variation in weight between the three lambs, which was the clincher. The judge said that having three animals that dress at that
5.30 Rise & Shine 6.00 Arrive Alive Cup 7:00 Dora The Explorer 7.30 Business Sense 8.00 Sunday News 9.00 Wide World Of Sports 11.00 The Sunday Footy Show 12.00 Sunday Roast 1.00 Footprints 1.30 Andra Drag Racing 2.00 Gilmore Girls 3.00 WWE: Afterburn 4.00 NRL: Bulldogs v Brisbane Broncos 6.00 News 6.30 Domestic Blitz 7.30 60 Minutes 8.30 Scorched 10.30 Move: When A Stranger Calls (2006,M) 12:20 Mad TV 5.30 Creo A Dollar 6.00 Today 9.00 Mornings With KerriAnne 11.00 News 11.30 Home Shopping 12.00 Movie: Mystery Woman (2003,M) 2.00 Days Of Our Lives 3.00 Entertainment Tonight 3.30 Hi-5 4.00 Lab Rats Challenge 4.30 News 5.00 Antiques Roadshow 6.00 News 6.30 A Current Affair 7.00 Two And A Half Men 7.30 David Attenboroughs Life Of Mammals 8.30 Movie: The Da Vinci Code 11.30 Just Shoot Me 12.00 Home Shopping 12:30 Shipwrecked 5.30 Creo A Dollar 6.00 Today 9.00 Mornings With KerriAnne 11.00 News 11.30 Home Shopping 12.00 Movie: Suzie Gold (2004,M) 2.00 Days Of Our Lives 3.00 Entertainment Tonight 3.30 Hi-5 4.00 Lab Rats Challenge 4.30 News 5.00 Antiques Roadshow 6.00 News 6.30 A Current Affair 7.00 Two And A Half Men 7.30 Wipeout 8.30 Two And A Half Men 9.00 Two And A Half Men 9.30 20 -1 10:30 Secret Diary Of A Call Girl 11.30 Just Shoot Me 12.00 Home Shopping 12.30 Footy Classied
6:10 Overseas News 7:15 Cycling: La Vuelta 2008 Daily Update 7:30 Overseas News 10:00 Dateline 11:00 2008 UCI Junior World Championships 12:00 National Road Team Series: Tour of Gippsland 12:30 2008 World Superbike Championships 12:30 2008 World Superbike Championships 1:00 Speedweek 2:00 FIA World Rally Championship 2008 3:00 Football Stars Of Tomorrow 3:30 FIFA Futbol Mundial 4:00 Les Murrays Football Feature 5:00 The World Game 6:00 Australian Biography: David Williamson 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8:35 James Mays 20th Century: Body Fantastic 9:10 Movie: The Home Song Stories 11:00 Movie: My Children Are Different 12:30 Swordsmen Of The Passes 5:20 Overseas News 7:10 Weatherwatch & Music 7:15 Cycling: La Vuelta 2008 Daily Update 7:25 Overseas News 12:55 Market Update - Day 1:00 Living Black 1:30 Test Tube Babies 2:25 The Miracles of Jesus 3:30 Insight 4:30 The Journal 5:00 The Crew 5:30 Corner Gas: Pilates Twist 5:55 Market Update 6:00 Flavours of France Carcassone 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Top Gear 8:30 South Park 8:55 The Mighty Boosh: Journey to the Centre of a Punk 9:30 World News Australia 10:00 Market Update 10:05 Shameless 11:00 Movie: The Dope 12:40 Movie: Maleque
Sunday August 31 Monday September 1 Tuesday September 2
TarbarahPredator Control eldshowcases wild dog control eld day days, Wean and regions. The Wild Dog and
More Lambs and Calves, to be held at Tarbarah in the Blackall district on September 23, will be of interest to both sheep and cattle producers, according to Leading Sheep chair, Jack Banks. Mr Banks said wild dog predation was a major issue which continued to threaten the viability of many producers. Without doubt, one of the largest contributors impacting on how to achieve and maintain a protable business enterprise today is the direct and indirect impact from wild dogs and other predators, such as pigs, foxes and hawks, he said. While producers have little control over drought, rising interest rates, fuel prices and pressures experienced from regulations introduced over recent years, wild dog and other predator control is one area where a coordinated, nil-tenure approach from producers, local government and other government and producer bodies can work. Wild dogs are everyones problem including those that reside in local towns. The economic ow-on impact is real and lters back through to local towns
P hil K em p, P rim e Lam b A ustralia feedlot, A llora, w ith the reserve cham pion E kka S A M M cross lam b carcases bred by B ill and S ally C ripps, M elrose. weight and evenness was very uncommon, Kevin said. His lambs were based on Poll Dorset rams out of White Suffolk rst cross ewes. The Dorset gives them the big frame and stretch and the Suffolk doesnt allow them to run to fat.
5:20 Overseas News 7:15 Cycling: La Vuelta 2008 Daily Update 7:25 Overseas News 12:55 Market Update 1:00 The Storm Rages Twice 1:55 Inspector Rex 2:50 Fashionista 3:00 Here Comes The Neighbourhood 3:30 Food Safari: French Safari 4:00 The Journal 4:30 Newshour 5:30 Corner Gas: Oh Baby 5:55 Market Update 6:00 Worldly Possessions 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Insight Rage 8:30 Blair At War 9:30 World News Australia 10:00 Market Update 10:05 Hot Docs: Street Fight 11:35 Movie: Alexandria... New York 1:50 Liberia: An Uncivil War
Parental Guidance Recommended
North and central west Leading Sheep coordinator, Virginia Wacker strongly encouraged producers to participate in activities such as the Tarbarah eld day when they can. The activities being covered include trapping, wild dog calling demonstrations, veterinary presentations on the disease implications from wild dogs, and the latest research on wild dog activity and control methods, she said. Alternate control methods being showcased include guard animals including Alpacas and Maremmas and information on the use of donkeys. Two other eld days are also being held, at Hazelwood, Isisford on September 24 and at Dunluce, Hughenden on September 26. Alpacas will be present at Tarbarah and Hazelwood, and Maremmas at Dunluce. Leading Sheep has already collated practical experiences in managing wild dogs from around the region into an electronic book called Tracks and Traps, which is available at www.leadingsheep.com.au More information can be obtained by contacting Virginia Wacker.
Programs correct at time of printing but may change owing to unforeseen circumstances
CLASSIFICATIONS: M Mature Classication Recommended for viewing by mature audiences. MA Mature Audience Not suitable for people under 15 years of age. General Classication AV
PG
Adult Violence Classication Not suitable for people under 15 years of age.
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Kindy cools down with benet fund
Variety Auction th 30 August 08

The Blackall State School P & C Committee will be holding an Auction on 30th August at the Blackall Showgrounds Elders Blackall has very kindly offered their services and will act as Auctioneers for the day We aim to make the day similar to a Clearing Sale / Garage Sale with a large variety of items up for bidding including Household Items; Tools; Machinery Furniture; Office furniture; Building materials Shed items; Bikes; White goods 10% Commission on items not donated to P & C Delivery of items 7am - 11am on Saturday 30th August to the Showgrounds for a 1pm Auction start. Auction Co-ordinator Les Williams Phone: 46574380 If you have any items that you would like to put in the Auction, could you please forward a list to Les Williams at the Coolibah Motel
The Blackall Kindergarten Association Inc is one of seven community groups in the central west that will share in more than $103 000 in funding from the latest round of the Queensland governments Gambling Community Benet Fund, according to Treasurer Andrew Fraser. The group will receive $9172 to purchase air conditioning with. The Gambling Community Benet Fund helps grassroots community and not-for-prot groups better deliver services to their local community, Mr Fraser said. These groups form the backbone of many communities across the state. To deliver their services, these groups rely on the volunteer efforts and goodwill of their community. Mr Fraser said the Gambling Community Benet Fund invested in community groups to enhance their ability to provide services, leisure activities and opportunities to Queenslanders in their local communities. In giving something back to the community, the grants recognise the excellent work of these groups and ensure that the whole atate, on balance, derives tangible benets from gambling revenue. Almost all not-for-prot groups in Queensland are eligible to apply to the fund, and applications from both large and small organisations are encouraged. For more information on the Gambling Community Benet Fund, or to obtain a funding application package, visit www.gcbf.qld.gov.au, or call (07) 3247 4284 or 1800 633 619 (freecall outside Brisbane).
A n g l i can Flower Sh o w
Saturday 6th September 2008 Blackall Cultural Centre Please enter flowers, cookery, produce and flower arrangements New - Florifoto competition Waterwise Gardening Stall and Talk Fashion Parade Entertainment by schools Stalls, cent sale, raffles, displays, afternoon tea Schedules available at local shops
BBQ and BAR

Conditions Payment must be made on the day of Auction by either cash or cheque The vendors will receive all monies - less 10% commission - once all cheques from the day of auction are cleared. 3-5 working days All items are GST Inclusive. The P&C takes no responsibility for any non-working or damaged goods The P&C takes no responsibility for items not sold or not collected at the end of the Sale.
All unsold items to be removed at end of Auction by the Vendors. The P&C is not responsible for these items.
4:30 G.P. 5:30 Strictly Dancing 6:00 Childrens Shows 11:00 Time Team 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 National Press Club Address 1:30 Talking Heads 2:00 Parliament Question Time 3:00 Childrens Shows 6:00 Travel Oz 6:30 The Cook And The Chef 7:00 News 7:30 The 7.30 Report 8:00 The New Inventors 8:30 Spicks And Specks 9:00 The Hollowmen 9:30 That Mitchell And Webb Look (F) 10:00 At The Movies 10:30 Lateline 11:05 Lateline Business 11:30 Murphys Law 12:25 Monster By Dylan Moran 1:45 Parliament Question Time 3:00 Psychic Investigators 3:25 National Press Club Address 4:30 G.P. 5:30 Strictly Dancing 6:00 Childrens Shows 11:00 The Worst Jobs In History 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Pie In The Sky 1:30 Collectors 2:00 Parliament Question Time 3:00 Childrens Shows 6:10 Buildings That Shaped Britain 7:00 News 7:30 The 7.30 Report 8:00 Catalyst 8:30 Family Footsteps 9:30 Q&A 10:25 Lateline 11:00 Lateline Business 11:30 Live At The Basement 12:25 Wildside 1:15 Parliament Question Time 2:35 Movie: Rachel And The Stranger (1948) 3:55 The Glass House 4:30 G.P. 5:30 Strictly Dancing 6:00 Childrens Shows 11:00 The Lion Man 11:25 Aussie Animal Rescue 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Rewind 1:30 Spicks And Specks 2:00 The Private Life Of A Masterpiece 3:00 Childrens Shows 6:00 Message Stick 6:30 Can We Help? 7:00 News 7:30 Stateline 8:00 Collectors 8:30 Agatha Christie: Poirot: 10:05 We Can Be Heroes 10:35 Lateline 11:20 Double The Fist 11:45 triple j tv 12:15 Good Game 12:45 rage 5:00 rage 8:00 rage: Guest Programmer 9:00 triple j tv With The Doctor 10:00 Soul Deep 11:00 Totally Frank 11:30 The Cook And The Chef 12:00 Stateline 12:30 Australian Story 1:00 Foreign Correspondent 1:30 Can We Help? 2:00 Rugby League: 2008 4:00 Love Is In The Air 5:00 Bowls: QLD Open 6:00 My Family 6:30 Gardening Australia 7:00 News 7:30 Wild At Heart 8:15 Collectors 8:25 News 8:30 The Bill 10:05 News 10:10 Silent Witness (F) 11:55 rage
Barcoo Independent TV Guide August 24 - 30 ABC SEVEN Imparja SBS

6:00 Sunrise 9:00 The Morning Show 11:00 Raggs 11:30 Seven Morning News 12:00 Movie: Mystery Woman: Redemption 2:00 All Saints 3:00 Infomercials 4:00 Its Academic 4:30 News 5:00 M*A*S*H 5:30 Deal Or No Deal 6:00 News 6:30 Today Tonight 7:00 Home And Away 7:30 Crash Investigation Unit 8:00 Medical Emergency 8:30 Criminal Minds 9:30 Alan Sugar: The Apprentice 10:45 Beyond Boiling Point 11:15 The Unit 12:15 Cavemen 12:45 Young Ramsay 1:50 Leona Lewis Performance 2:00 Infomercials 4:00 NBC Today 5:30 Early News
5.30 Creo A Dollar 6.00 Today 9.00 Mornings With Kerri-Anne 11.00 News 11.30 Home Shopping 12.00 Movie: No Ordinary Babe (2001,Pg) 2.00 Days Of Our Lives 3.00 Entertainment Tonight 3.30 Hi-5 4.00 Lab Rats Challenge 4.30 News 5.00 Antiques Roadshow 6.00 News 6.30 A Current Affair 7.00 Two And A Half Men 7.30 Two And A Half Men 8:00 Hole In The Wall 8.30 Movie: Click (2006,M) 10.45 Movie: Little Nicky (2000,M) 12.30 Home Shopping 1.00 Water Rats (F)
5.30 Creo A Dollar 6.00 Today 9.00 Mornings With Kerri-Anne 11.00 News 11.30 Home Shopping 12.00 Movie: Scared Silent (2002,M) 2.00 Days Of Our Lives 3.00 Entertainment Tonight 3.30 Hi-5 4.00 The Shak 4.30 News 5.00 Antiques Roadshow 6.00 News 6.30 A Current Affair 7.00 Two And A Half Men 7.30 Getaway 8.30 Australias Naughtiest Home Video Show 9.30 The Footy Show 11.00 The Footy Show Late 1:00 Home Shopping
5:20 Overseas News 1:00 Movie: The Overture 2:45 Badgered 3:00 Efe: Just Quietly 3:30 Football Stars Of Tomorrow 4:00 The Journal 4:30 Newshour 5:30 Feast Bazaar: Marrakesh 5:55 Market Update 6:00 Living Black 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 The Hairy Bikers Cookbook 8:00 Inside Australia: Alive And Kicking 8:30 Dateline 9:30 World News Australia 10:00 Market Update 10:05 Movie: Nausicaa Of The Valley Of The Winds 12:15 Movie: Shanghai Spell
5:20 Overseas News 1:00 Australian Biography: Sir Zelman Cowen 1:30 The Odyssey Of Life 2:30 Dateline 3:30 Chefs Of The Great Hotels Of The World 4:00 The Journal 4:30 Newshour 5:30 FIFA Futbol Mundial 5:55 Market Update 6:00 Discovery Of The World - Warrior Guru 6:30 World News Australia 7:35 Inspector Rex 8:30 The Circuit 9:30 World News Australia 10:00 Market Update 10:05 Movie: Hidden 12:05 Queer As Folk 12:55 Movie: Witnesses 5:20 Overseas News 1:00 The Food Lovers Guide to Australia 1:30 Insight 2:30 The Great Fever 3:30 Living Black 4:00 The Journal 4:30 Newshour 5:30 Rough Science 5:55 Market Update 6:00 The Jungle Inn - The Stave Church of Urnes-Norway 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Black Coffee: The Irresistible Bean 8:30 As It Happened: Nixon - The Man You Loved To Hate 9:30 World News Australia 10:00 Market Update - Night 10:05 Matrioshki: Thai Sex Trade 11:05 Movie: Human Touch 12:50 Movie: In the Battleelds
Wednesday August 27 Thursday August 28 Friday August 29 Saturday August 30
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Vale Dooley Foster

Cyril Dooley Foster was born in Tambo on August 21, 1919 and died in Caboolture on the afternoon of July 30, 2008. During the intervening 89 years he lived a varied and full life. It is no exaggeration to describe Dooley Foster as an inspiration; if you ever needed someone on which to base your life, you could not have gone wrong using Dooley as your mentor. Dooley confronted death on more than one occasion during his lifetime and stared it down. His nal confrontation was no exception he was fearless although this time he knew he could not prevail he had a happy heart and was only concerned for those around him. His parting words to me were typical Dooley he said without any sense of regret or concern for himself Matey, there is nothing you can do and there is nothing I can do. Dooley grew up with his family on Mt Enniskillen and when he left school after a limited formal education, he worked there as a ringer. His daughter Sue Billing recalled during her tribute that Dooley always placed great importance on the opportunity for people to receive a good education and that he would often comment that he went to night school, but unfortunately while he was there they turned out the lights. Dooley may not have had a long formal education but he sure had attended the school of life experience and learnt well from it. When Dooley was in his early fties he went back to Mt Enniskillen, the property where he had grown up and rst worked, to be the cook. He had been full circle from where his love of the bush had all started, and in that journey he had been many things including a ringer, soldier, council worker, carpenters offsider, drover, even shearer for Bill Gall during the shearers strike in 1956, and for a time, clerk of the course at the Blackall races, station manager, assisted his beloved wife Joan run her Shamrock Caf and nally station cook back at Mt Enniskillen. Moving back into town prior to retirement saw him become a council gardener
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a job that he embraced with pride. The stories that accompany this wonderful man and his full and varied life are far too many to recall or do justice in this tribute. All I will say is, Dooley Foster you were an icon in the very real sense of the word the likes of you and your generation made a signicant and unselsh contribution to building the Australia we all enjoy today among many things you were a talented bushman, expert stockman, soldier, larrikin, yarn teller, gentleman, and above all else a loving, compassionate and devoted uncle, father and husband. Sadly the mould was broken after God made you and there will never be another like you in the future. Son Colley captured Dooleys courage and compassion for others when he recounted during his tribute the day Dooley rowed singlehanded and alone over four miles from Stratavon to Coolagh across a ooding Barcoo River using only the tree tops as a navigation aid to rescue the Morgan family from their ooding house. At Dooleys funeral Tom Morgan privately related the recent story of where he encountered an old soldier in Toowoomba who told him the story of a man from Blackall with a funny rst name who would never ask his soldiers to do anything that he would not do himself regardless of the danger that man was Dooley Foster. Dooleys grand-daughter Natalie Billing in her tribute recalled how proud he was of her career as an artist and her installation art although she conded he really did not fully appreciate the artistic nuances of it; nevertheless he was ercely proud of her achievements and her products. Dooley always considered Blackall home and his enjoyment for returning home was never more evident then when he and Sue would make the journey almost every year recently to enable Dooley to actively participate in Anzac Day. He was a life-long stalwart of our Blackall RSL sub branch. Despite moving from Blackall in 1989, his enthusiasm and support for Anzac Day here
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was infectious and his trips home to participate and march were legendary. His presence laying the wreath on Anzac Day in memory of the Blackall boys who served with him in his beloved 15th Infantry Battalion, with whom he served ve and a half years as an infantry section commander, will be sadly missed next year as we rededicate our refurbished cenotaph. It was wonderful that he had the opportunity to lead this years Anzac Day march, albeit in the police car - the rst year that he has not marched the entire distance unaided. Dooley has left a gap in the lives of everyone he touched, especially his immediate family of Colley and Sue and those close to him. In my opinion the closing words from the tribute offered by Sue said everything about Dooley and left a lasting image of him when she observed that she hoped he had his pliers and a coil of wire with him just in case he needed to build or x something with a Cobb and Co tie. Dooley always felt that if it could not be xed or built using a Cobb and Co, then it probably was not possible in the rst place. Vale Dooley Foster - the world is a richer and better place for having had your presence in it for last 89 years. You will never be forgotten while those of us you touched remain. Farewell Digger Lest We Forget. -- by DT (Terry) Brennan
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CLASSIFICATIONS: M Mature Classication Recommended for viewing by mature audiences. MA Mature Audience Not suitable for people under 15 years of age. General Classication AV
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Adult Violence Classication Not suitable for people under 15 years of age.
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Organic meat on Bills menu

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Western Queenslands organic beef was what attracted TV chef Bill Granger to the region over the weekend, when he spent a whirlwind three days interviewing drovers, feeding a hungry crowd at the Tambo races, and training his camera on cattle mustering. He said that showing people where good food comes from is the theme of his latest TV series. The way we produce food is changing, its not a mass product anymore, Bill said. People want quality, and organic beef is a very important part of that. Its all natural, it feels right. Iain and Kathy Scholes of Mena Park, Blackall hosted Bill and his production crew for the lming of the episode, as suppliers of organic beef to the Organic Meat Company. Begun in 2005, the Organic Meat Company is Australias leading provider of certied organic meats. It was their beef that racing patrons at Tambo were treated to last Saturday, cooked up in Bills Beef in Red Wine recipe by Kathy and her mother Marilyn Hobbs. It was complemented by his
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PRAYER TO THE VIRGIN MARY (NEVER KNOWN TO FAIL) O most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruit of the vine, splendorous of heaven. Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea help me and show me herein you are mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of heaven and earth I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succour me in my necessity. There are none that can withstand your power. O show me here you are my mother. O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (say three times). Holy Mary I place this cause in your hands (say three times). Thank you for your mercy towards me and mine. This prayer must be said for three days and after that the request will be granted and the prayer must be published.
creamy mashed potato dish and pumpkin bread cooked by Fay Nugent and served by members of the Tambo branch of the Isolated Childrens Parents Association. The main course was followed up by a raspberry souf prepared by Bill on the afternoon. LifeStyle channel viewers will also see Steak la Planche and blueberry mufns cooked in camp ovens on one of the Scholes familys Blackall properties. This series isnt just about food, its about the producers as well and nding out what makes them tick, Bill said. I have never come here as a tourist so Im getting right into it. Im nding out that its all about community and the people, and the land here is intoxicating and addictive. Space and land is very important for Australians and its been great to explore. He stopped in at Ilfracombe on his way to Blackall to interview drovers Kerry and Rachel Frost and capture insights into that lifestyle. Other iconic tourist destinations such as Port Douglas and Arnhem Land have also played host to episodes of series three of the cooking program, which has an audience of 35 million people worldwide, including BBC1 in the UK. Kathy said the feedback to her was that the visit to Ilfracombe, Blackall and Tambo was one of the best shoots theyd done, and that theyd enjoyed themselves immensely. Bill has three restaurants in Sydney and one in Japan and is one of Australias leading food writers. Reviews describe him as Australias Mr Simplicity and say he gives people the condence to serve things simply.
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In Memoriam
August 19th 2006
LASSIFIEDS
Blackall Hospital Auxiliary seeks past members
KUPFER HENRY JAMES
August comes with regrets, the day and month we will never forget. We hide our tears when we speak your name, the ache in our heart will always remain. What wed give to see you smile, to sit and talk with you awhile. Loved and missed everyday. Darling Husband, Father, Grandad and Great Grandad. Glenn Dawson 14-01-1955 - 21-08-2006 To my darling husband I often pause in my daily tasks and by my side youll be, A million memories bring you back as you stay a while with me, Memory lane is a beautiful place Where thought and love are true, Again and again Ill travel that lane For a beautiful glimpse of you. Silent tears fall gently Which others do not see, For a very special husband Who meant the world to me, The photographs I treasure Are all I have to touch, Of a husband I loved with all of my heart And miss so very much. Until the nal breath I take I will love you. From Glenys
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Glenn Dawson 14-01-1955 - 21-08-2006 Your memories will always surround me, Your closeness will always be there. I treasure the love you gave me, and the years we were able to share. From Dallas & Harley
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C elebrity chef B ill G ranger prepares raspberry soufes for racing patrons at Tam bo, w atched by K athy S choles.
The Blackall Hospital Auxiliary will be celebrating its 40th year at the Springtime Affair in September and is hoping to have past and present members attend the event as well as past Miss Springtime and Mother and Child winners. Organisers are trying to track down former executive members and prizewinners but some records have been lost, and so the memories of the Blackall public are being enlisted to help. Below are the current lists of executive committee members who have run the auxiliary since 1968, as well as the winners of the Miss Springtime and Mother and Child. If anyone can recall past winners that are not listed, they should contact Jenny Avery or John Turner. Presidents:1968-1971 Rose Dudley - 1972-1973 Iris Orchard - 19741975 Chris Bonner - 1976-1979 Dr Lincoln - 1980-1980 Peta Walker - 1981-1985 Sue Billing - 1986-1989 Ian Kinsey - 1990-1995 Beth ONeill - 1996-2000 Glad Hayward - 2001-2004 Kerrylyn Partt - 20052008 Glad Hayward Secretaries: 1968-1971 D Brady - 1972-1973 Mr Gray - 1974-1977 Mrs Osbond - 1978-1978 Mrs Kingston - 1979- Mrs Douglas - 19811984 Colleen Reynolds - 1985-1988 Anna Hayward - 1989- Marg Wilkie - 1990 Anna Coleman - 1991-1997 Marg Wilkie - 1998 K Nicholls/D Hayward - 1999- V Joshi/D Hayward - 2000 C McCulloch - 2001 Rod Klein - 2002 Rod Klein/Jan Scott - 2003-2004 Jan Scott - 2005 Josh Kierney - 2006-2008 John Turner Treasurers: 1968-1972 S Cook/ D Avery - 1972-1973 D Avery - 1974 Ada Lincoln - 1975-1976 McPherson - 1977-1979 K Cooper - 1980 Sue Billing - 1981 N Steinhardt - 1982-1984 Peter Watson/Ian Kinsey - 1984-1985 Ian Kinsey - 1986-1989 Dixie Gleeson - 1990 Marg Wilkie - 1991 K Bissett - 1992-2008 Jenny Avery Miss Springtime / Mother & Child: 1968 Cherie Orchard - 1969 1970 - 1971 - 1972 - 1973 - 1974 - 1975 - 1976 - 1977 Sandra Rooney; Margaret Horsten & Leeza - 1978 - 1979 - 1980 Sharon Barneld; Maree Bannan - 1981 Unknown; Roslyn Law and Michael - 1982 Robin Isaac; Karen Hayward and Peta Lee - 1983 Kylie Tierney; Lorraine and Sheree McMicking - 1984 Julie May; Vivien and Tanya Atkinson - 1985 Dianne Schluter; Moira Kent and Elizabeth - 1986 Robin Death - 1987 Janine Simpson; Gail and Amy Eckle - 1988 Colleen Duiker and Dale Noonan; Roslyn McGrath and twins Angela and Carolyn - 1989 Christine McIIroy; Kathy Dendle, Pricilla and Jo-Lene - 1990 Carmel Barneld - 1991 - 1992 Jodie Richardson; Deanne Farquharson and Breeanna - 1993 Unknown; Sonia Van Mosseveld and Rachael - 1994 - 1995 - 1996 Sally Mottram, Angela Hanna, Jolene Dendle - 1997 Roslyn McPaul, Catherine Partt - 1998 Roslyn McPaul, 6/9y Heldi Aspinall, 10/12y Jodie Craig; Belinda Kangan and Justine - 1999 Roslyn McPaul, Breanna Whiteld 6/9y, Rebecca Haughton 10/12y; Belinda Kangan and Sophie, Grace Manttan (Senior Springtime) - 2000 Catherine Partt, 6/9y Trent Harlow, Miss Junior Anna Haughton; M/Child Donna Johnson, Brittany and Rex - 2001 Jill Kelly; Tammy Johnstone and Caitlyn - 2002 Mary Ann Roche, 6/9y Natalie Dendle, 10/12y Breanna Whiteld; Cilla Dendle and Bridget - 2003 Jill Kelly, Breanna Whiteld, Natalie Dendle, Sarah McPaul - 2004 Rebecca Haughton; Jenny Donohue and Nichole - 2004 Miss Junior Breanna Whiteld, 6/9y Sara McPaul - 2005 Brenna Whiteld, Jamie Lee Morris 5/8y, Stephanie Kelly 9/12y; Cathy McPaul and Laney Searles - 2006 Breanna Whiteld, Sara McPaul 6/9y, Chelsea Hayward 10/12y; Lyn Cavanagh and Ruby (grandmother and child) - 2007 Bonnie Lawrence; Priscilla and Gemma Jones. The Barcoo Independent, Friday, August 22 2008 - Page 17
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TendaBEEF wins red meat award

Blackall grazier Ashley Adams has won another award with his TendaBEEF brand, taking out the Rabobank Beef Producer Award at the 2008 Rabobank Queensland Red Meat Awards in Brisbane last Wednesday. Rabobank also supplied Ashley with his prize in March, when he received the Agribusiness Award for Outstanding Innovation at the Central West Industry Excellence Awards run by the Remote Area Planning and Development Board. Ashley, whose family has been involved in the grazing industry for more than 100 years, founded the TendaBEEF brand, which has a focus on using DNA gene technology to improve the consistency of the eating quality of beef in terms of taste and tenderness. He believes the system has the ability to revolutionise western grazing areas as they produce a quality grass fed product to meet exacting consumer standards. A recent announcement by scientists from the Beef CRC, saying that they have proved that meat produced by cattle carrying favourable forms of gene markers for tenderness is tenderer than meat from cattle that carry unfavourable forms of the genes, was hailed by Ashley as vindication that he is on the right track. An experiment conducted by Dr Paul Greenwood from the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries, and his Beef CRC colleagues from across Australia, indicates the genetic make-up of animals can lead to a better dining experience. Several groups of cattle were specically selected for the experiment, some carrying two copies of each of the two favourable markers for tenderness, others
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KIDS CORNER with Eddie Emu Eddies Welcome

Gday and welcome to another exciting and fun filled addition of kids corner. Do you know anyone who has excelled in an area and you believe deserves recognition for their achievement. It can be in their school work, sports or even in the community we want to know, they could be the next Junior Achiever of the Month. This month we want to make special mention to a group of boys who have made us all proud with their dedication and excellent sportsmanship over the football season. Congratulations to the Under 14s you are this months Junior Achievers. What a thrilling finals game and I must make a special mention and thankyou to my fellow bird friend Magpie, what a wonderful job you did supporting the boys. I think all the junior teams should give themselves a big pat on the back; you have all done very well. Congratulations. Dont forget to drop me a line at barcooindependent@yahoo.com.au or leave a message at the Information centre.
Eddies JOKE OF
Dino-Boy by Robert Pottle

Some dinosaurs had tiny brains, no larger than a pea. When my teacher read that it reminded her of me.
PET PALS
COMEDY CAPERS
Q. what happened when the owl lost his voice? A. He didnt give a hoot! Q. What do you call a lazy kangaroo? A. A pouch potato!
WACKY ANIMAL FACTS
Platypus (Ornithorhynchus anatinus)
The platypus as a mammal is strange enough it has fur and it also lays eggs. But in addition to these somewhat confusing features, it is also distinguished by another feature shared by very few mammals it is venomous! Check out more interesting facts on animals at:www.zoofriends.org.au
BIRTHDAY WISHES
Cassy Flynn happy 10th birthday on Monday the 18th August.
Brendan and his mate Princess Flappy.

If you too have a cool pet and want to be a Pet Pal, then send a photo of you and your pet to barcooindependent@yahoo.com.au or drop it into the information centre.
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Are you a poet and dont even know it? If you have a poem you have written and wish to share with us at Kids Corner please send it in we would love to read it.
THE DAY: Q. What do you call a sheep with no legs?
Annual General Meeting

When: Saturday 23rd August Commencing: 1.00 pm Where: Blackall Aquatic Centre
All current and prospective members are encouraged to attend. Children welcome and afternoon smoko provided. Please come along and help make the 2008/09 season our most successful yet. Apologies to be made to Kathy Dendle on 4657 4785
with two copies of the unfavourable markers, and there were intermediate groups, each carrying one favourable and one unfavourable copy of both genes. We found the A shley A dam s w as the proud w inner of cattle with no favourable copies the R abobank B eef P roducer A w ard of the markers had meat that was a full kilogram of shear force tougher than the meat from those that had two favourable copies of both markers, Dr Greenwood said. Shear force is a mechanical measure of the amount of force needed to cut through a cooked piece of meat. The lower the amount of force, the more tender the meat. Ashley said it was good to know that what he was doing was backed by science. I just want to breed animals that are good to eat, he said. Ive been working on this for about four years and nd it exciting because now I can predict outcomes. Ashley said that although he had invested a lot of money in testing for tenderness genes and processors were not yet understanding what he was doing, he thought there were exciting times ahead. It costs a dollar a kilogram per week to cryovac meat to make it tender, so this process can eliminate all that cost, he said. Dr Greenwood agreed, saying that it could lead to more efciencies in the processing sector. This would need to be looked at in more detail, but if the aim is to produce meat of similar quality to current production systems, then carcasses that have favourable forms of the markers may not have to be aged as long as they are now to produce a similar quality product. Ashley said he was not losing anything in conformation in his cattle, which recently won the Supreme Champion female ribbon at the Caboolture show. Its just a simple process, easy to apply, anyone can do it, he said. Just buy a bull with 7 or 8 for tenderness and youre on your way.
-- by Sally Cripps
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Left: E njoying a picnic for the kids at the Tam bo races w ere E llie, G eorge, H ugo, Luca, A lice and T hom as. R ight: B lackall R ace C lub president P aul B anks, w ith sons Jack and B illy, enjoyed the races at Tam bo. Left: K erry M ulhern, S outh W est F ord N issan (right) presents the trophy for race tw o at Tam bo to stand-in trainer S tuart H iggins and strapper Jesse R ogers, holding K ings B eauty, A ugathella. Left: A lison S haw catches up w ith L o n g re a c h s K atie W ebb at the Tam bo races on S aturday.
A day at the races in Tambo
O akey trainer P at R ichardson picks up the trophy for race one at Tam bo w ith K alinga B laze, presented by Tow er H ardw ares Verna K ruckow, K evin A lexander and K ay W ilton, w ith Tam bo R ace C lub president R ichard S anderson looking on.
The Tambo races proved to be a great success, with many folk taking advantage of the wonderful weather on that day and the excitement of having a visit from Bill Granger, internationally acclaimed chef. Bill was accompanied by his television crew, all of whom enjoyed the Tambo race day atmosphere as much as the patrons. Bill created the most delicious berry souf dusted with icing sugar and served with a small scoop of icecream it was indeed scrumptious! We will all have to wait to see it on TV. The RYMA sports day held in Blackall was well attended by local sportsmen and women but due to unforeseen circumstances, teams from other centres were unable to make the trip to participate. My congratulations to Lisa Goodman for her outstanding efforts in gaining sponsorship and in organizing the entire event. I am also aware of the input of the many volunteer helpers who gave their time and energy on the day to make it such a success. We all appreciate their community spirit and efforts. Congratulations to Cr Sally Cripps who has been given the position of chairman of the Blackall Wild Dog committee. A total of 31 scalps were brought in and paid for in the past month. The ongoing attention to trapping and shooting as well as the additional aerial and ground baiting certainly should be making some inroads into the numbers of these pests. Unfortunately they are still breeding up in our area. We were pleased to have input at our most recent council meeting from Mr John Brun, from the Department of Infrastructure and Planning based in Longreach. John has been working on the draft Central West Regional Plan for some time now. Mainly a land use plan for our central west region, all town plans will have to comply with the regional plan once it has passed into legislation. My concern with the plan is the categorisation of the towns
FROM THE MAYORS DESK
Blackall Hospital Auxiliary
Invites all previous winners of Miss Springtime and Mother and Child competitors to join us this year for the 40th anniversary of the Springtime Affair on September 20
Names and information please contact: Jenny 46574293 w/h, or John 46514558 a/h or mail to PO Box 185, Blackall 4472
Where the word of GOD becomes a way of life
SUNDAY 9.00am
BLACKALL UNITING CHURCH
Graham and Meryl Gibson 46574740 Phil & Ricky Walker 4657 4127 Warren & Marg Lehman 4657 4546 Peter Aay 4651 2662 Ladies Fellowship: Heather Whitfield 4657 4564 Thrift Shop: Tuesday, Friday and Saturday 9am to 12 noon Flo Moore 4657 4465 Betty Walker 4657 4746
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PRAYER TO THE VIRGIN MARY (NEVER KNOWN TO FAIL) O most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruit of the vine, splendorous of heaven. Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea help me and show me herein you are mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of heaven and earth I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succour me in my necessity. There are none that can withstand your power. O show me here you are my mother. O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (say three times). Holy Mary I place this cause in your hands (say three times). Thank you for your mercy towards me and mine. This prayer must be said for three days and after that the request will be granted and the prayer must be published.
BLACKALL-TAMBO REGIONAL COUNCIL EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST TWO (2) VACANT LOTS - TAMBO
The Blackall-Tambo Regional Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from Community Members in Blackall and Tambo who may be interested in purchasing two (2) vacant blocks of land in Tambo. Expressions of Interest should be in writing with a brief description of the proposed use of the land and timeframe for this use. Expressions of Interest should be with the Chief Executive Officer by 5 September, 2008. The land is described at Lot 10 on T15032 and Lot 8 on T152032 located on Arthur and Alberts Streets, Tambo. For further information please contact Ken Timms on phone 4657 4222.
PO Box 21 BLACKALL QLD 4472 Fax: 07 4657 4726 Email: admin@blackall.qld.gov.au KL Timms CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Phone: 07 4657 4222 www.blackall.qld.gov.au
and villages within the area. I believe that all centres are of great importance to the population of the west as well as the visiting or travelling population. It will indeed be a long way between the centres deemed to be the main centres of activity! The application of a category implies that some centres are of less worth than others for future planning. While I acknowledge that Longreach has the largest population, due to geographical position it is not always the most convenient place to do business. I feel the Central West Regional Plan is rather divisive! Perhaps you would think otherwise? The ofcial launch took place in Longreach on August 5 with the deputy Premier Paul Lucas and the Minister for Local Government and Main Roads Warren Pitt in attendance. There are copies of the draft Central West Regional Plan at the Blackall branch ofce for your perusal and comment, should you wish to lodge a submission before the due date of October 29. While in Longreach for the launch of the plan, CEO Ken Timms and I attended a lunch in honour of Tim Fischer, the national chainman of the Royal Flying Doctor Service. He praised the work of the new aircraftless base of the RFDS in Longreach for the wonderful work being accomplished by the professional staff in dealing with the intense emotional problems a prolonged drought caused. Tim has recently accepted the role of Australian ambassador to The Holy See at the Vatican in Rome. He was excited to be in Longreach as he was able to travel part of the way by his favourite means of transport, train. I also attended the drought policy review forum held in Charleville on August 12. This proved to be very emotional with many stories related by both young and more mature attendees as to the detrimental social aspects that prolonged drought has on the population experiencing such difcult weather events. The speakers also referred to the lack of specic health and allied services, education and employment opportunities, as well as the negative effects of many state government policies, especially the onerous ones which have been enforced with severe penalties for infringements and visits by intimidating enforcement ofcers. It was a very sobering meeting which I sincerely hope will bring about some changes to the way in which the powers that be tackle our way of lifedrought. At the last council meeting we resolved to ask the community about our NAMEBlackall-Tambo Regional Council. Is this the name you want for your regional council? Do you think you have a better name? Please ll out the yer which will be distributed soon and return to your branch ofce before September 10. Have your say on this important question. We would really like to know how you feel about this! Jan Ross
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Raw Dance Company back in town

Australia s hottest new talent in beat-boxing and percussion will be combined with the sensational moves of Raw Dance Companys world class dancers when the high voltage Raw Metal show visits Blackall on Monday, September 1. It will be at Tambos shire hall the following night, September 2. Providing heart-racing rhythms along with the excitement of the funk tappers is award-winning percussionist Gene Peterson. Peterson is fast establishing himself as one of Australias leading musicians and has won many accolades including Australias Up and Coming Drummer of the Year and Winner of The Billy Hyde National Drummers Playoff. According to a UK theatre review, it is a fantastic night of high voltage, high energy thumping heavy metal dance the screaming teenyboppers loved it as did the older audience members. Fun, excitement and entertainment for the whole family will be the order of the day when Queenslands 150th celebrations 2009 (Q150) steam into Blackall in 2009, Premier Anna Bligh has announced. Ms Bligh announced the start of the 150-day countdown to Queenslands sesquicentenary celebrations in 2009 (Q150) in Brisbane on 4 August. She said the Q150 steam train along with the corrugated iron Q150 entertainment shed would travel to western Queensland to spread celebratory cheer and goodwill around Queensland next year, Queenslands 150th anniversary year of separation from New South Wales. The good news is the Q150 train and shed will be in town giving the local communities the opportunity to create their own Q150 activities around it. The train arrives at Longreach on 30 April 2009, Barcaldine on 2 May 2009, Winton on 3 May 2009, and Hughenden on 3 June 2009. The shed will be in Blackall and Augathella on its second tour which begins in November 2009. Ms Bligh noted that in climate change conscious times, it
An exciting opportunity exists for a unique position within Blackall-Tambo Regional Council as the Blackall Work Camp Field Officer and Council Local Laws Officer. As a Field Officer you will be working with Officers from the Department of Corrective Services supervising, working with and providing guidance to Offenders based at the Blackall Work Camp who are undertaking a vast array of community based improvement projects. The Local Laws Officer is responsible for assisting with monitoring of compliance with Councils Local Laws and procedures relating to animal control and nuisances. A position description detailing responsibilities, qualifications and work conditions should be obtained from the Council Office. Further details can be obtained from Ken Timms, at the Council Office. Applications close with the undersigned on 4.30pm Monday, 1 September, 2008.
PO Box 21 BLACKALL QLD 4472 Fax: 07 4657 4726 Email: admin@blackall.qld.gov.au Ken Timms CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Phone: 07 4657 4222 www.blackall.qld.gov.au
S horty A very (above) and R oger E llison (below ) h ad success at the M uttaburra cam pdraft on the w eeke nd o f A ugust 8-10, w ith S horty and his horse C hance taking ou t third place in the O ld B uffers draft, w hile R oger w o n th e restricted open event. R oger w as riding B reeze, a ho rse belonging to D ale D avison.
Q ld 150th celebration train and shed h e a d w e st

was important to note that the carbon emissions of the trains journey will be offset by planting 150 trees at each stop - as well as investment in green energy. Im delighted Queensland Rail, the enthusiastic team of rail volunteers who will run the steam train, and Major Brisbane Festivals are working closely with the Queenslands 150th Celebrations unit to deliver these exciting catalysts for community celebrations in 2009. Communities, organisations and individuals that have an event celebrating or commemor ating Queenslands 150th anniversary have the opportunity to become an ofcial Q150 Partner and upload their Q150 community events for free on www.q150.qld.gov.au. We look forward to working with our partners as together we bring Queensland a year to remember when Queenslanders will have the opportunity to celebrate achievements, take stock and look to the future. She said the train and shed were two key elements of the Q150 celebratory calendar for next year. More will be revealed in the weeks and months ahead, including indigenous community
Adding complex vocal beats to the eclectic mix in the performance is world beat-box champion Tom Thum, who has established himself as one of the worlds most prolic and successful beat-boxers. Thum has been twice crowned world champion in Germany and the US in recent years. Raw Metal is touring as part of Queensland Arts Councils 2008 season and is supported by statewide partner Xstrata, and Arts Queensland. Raw Dance Company and Queensland Arts Council are also offering workshops in funk tap, beginner break dancing, beatboxing and drumming for primary and secondary schools and dance groups who have purchased tickets to see the performance. The youth workshops are funded with assistance from the Australian governments regional arts program , the Regional Arts Fund , which gives artists and
communities throughout regional , rural , and remote Australia better access to opportunities to practice and experience the arts. This is Raw Dance Companys third regional tour with Queensland Arts Council after Funky Beats in 2004 and Urban Wonderland and Full Metal Racket! in 2006. engagement, encouraging participation in digital stories and the call for communities to participate in identifying and celebrating Queensland icons. Professor Peter Coaldrake, executive chair of the Q150 Celebrations Advisory Committee said the train stops would coincide with community activities such as Big BBQs that communities can stage with the help of Q150 community funding. Today is the culmination of much behind the scenes activity and signals the start of an exciting celebratory program for next year, one that quite literally links people, places and stories said Professor Coaldrake. Each community the train travels to will pass on a Q150 message of celebration and goodwill to the next community on the journey while the Q150 shed will showcase travelling and local entertainment, he said. Lyndon Terracini, chief executive of Major Brisbane Festivals said he said he was about to visit as many towns as he could to nd the best talent in regional Queensland to perform in the Q150 shed alongside travelling acts such as performances by urban young dance company Raw Dance.
BLACKALL-TAMBO REGIONAL COUNCIL REGIONAL ARTS DEVELOPMENT FUND
APPLICATIONS FOR FUNDING Close Friday 12 September 2008
Applications are now being called for 2008/2009 RADF Funding, which close on Friday 12 September 2008. The Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) supports the professional development and employment of arts and cultural workers in regional Queensland. RADF is a partnership between State Government, through Arts Queensland, and local government through Blackall-Tambo Regional Council. There are eight categories of funding available for individuals, groups or local Councils which are: Developing regional skills Building community cultural capacity Interest-free arts loans Cultural tourism Contemporary collections/stories Regional partnerships Concept development Arts policy development and implementation
Applicant guidelines and forms are available from Blackall-Tambo Regional Council offices. Application need to be submitted by 4.00pm on Friday 12 September 2008 at Blackall-Tambo Regional Council offices. For further information, contact the following RADF Liaison officers: Blackall: Louise Campbell 46574222 Tambo: Susan Jarvis 46546133 Ken Timms Chief Executive Officer PO Box 21 Blackall Qld 4472
Plaque and tree planting commemorate centenary

It was a day of speeches and commemoration for Blackalls historic woolscour last Saturday, as it undertook a number of activities to nalise celebrations for its hundredth year. Woolscour president Bob Harvey unveiled a plaque to the memory of all who had had an association with the complex, followed by the planting of a Bunya Pine by Woolscour patrons Barry Muir and Simon Campbell. In their speeches they referred to the importance of preserving our history and the importance of community in keeping our heritage intact for future generations. The Centenary Seat, which has been a community project, although unnished at this stage, was revealed to the public on the day. Organiser Robyn Adams spoke to the crowd gathered about the seats design, which incorporates the elements of wood, water and wool. Aussie-avoured sports, including crawchie racing, helped nish off the celebrations for the day.
Its Flower Show time
Blackall is renowned for being a community of ower growers, according to annual Flower Show organisers, who are keen to see a mass showing at the annual event on September 6. Lots of entries really make the show its a lovely sight to see the Cultural Centre lled with colour, Trethella Smith said. She and other Anglican Ladies Guild members are working hard to ensure the usual afternoon of entertainment for patrons, which will include many stalls with goodies for sale, school displays, face painting and entertainment by local schoolchildren. Outback Emporium will be showing fashions for all ages and a sumptuous afternoon tea will be available. There will be a number of new attractions this year as well, including a Waterwise gardening stand from Desert Channels Queensland, who will also be giving a talk during the afternoon. Entries in the new Florifoto competition will be displayed and prizes announced, along with the winners of the Blackall-Tambo Regional Councils annual garden competition. Entry to the whole afternoon is free and it costs nothing to enter in the ower, cookery, produce and ower arranging competitions. There is also a range of categories in children and student sections to cater for younger age groups. Remember, all owers are lovely and you do not need champion blooms to enter, Trethella said. There are lovely prizes to be won in each section.
BLACKALL-TAMBO REGIONAL COUNCIL POSITIONS VACANT DIESEL FITTER TWO POSITIONS

Council is seeking enthusiastic, energetic and enterprising people to join the Council team in the following positions: Diesel Fitter Blackall Workshop Diesel Fitter Tambo Workshop If you are interested in either of the above positions your written application should include details of previous experience, details of licences etc and contact details of at least two (2) referees. Positions descriptions and/or further details may be obtained from the Blackall Administration Office on phone (07) 4657 4222. Applications will close with the undersigned at 4.30pm on 12 September, 2008. Blackall-Tambo Regional Council is an Employer of Choice and Equal Opportunity Employer.
PO Box 21 BLACKALL QLD 4472 Fax: 07 4657 4726 Email: admin@blackall.qld.gov.au KL Timms CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Phone: 07 4657 4222 www.blackall.qld.gov.au
W oolscour patrons S im on C am pbell and B arry M uir planted a tree to com m em orate the W oolscours centenary
W oolscour president B ob H arvey unveiled a plaque in m em ory of the 100 years of the w oolscour in B lackall T he plaque unveiled at the W oolscour on S aturday reads 100 years dow n the line w e celebrate those w ho have been, those w ho are here today, and those w ho are still to com e, 1908-2008
Field Day
Springleigh - Blackall
Thursday 28th August, 2008
(RSVP 25th August)
Landholder demonstration on managing our natural resources Project monitoring (GPS and photo-points) Network with other land managers DCQ funded project works on site Property Planning & Development Planning
Field day funded by:
All welcome; please RSVP for catering numbers.
C raw chie
racing
w as part of the fun at the W oolscour on S a turday, bringing the close centenary to a celebrations R obyn A dam s explains the background to the centenary seat being m ade and installed at the W oolscour
For directions and to RSVP , contact DCQ on 4658 0600
Guest Speaker Peter Whip PRW Agribusiness
9:30am to 3.00pm smoko and lunch provided


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