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The Department of Transport and Main Roads advises that recent wet weather has delayed the planned closure of the left lane and a switch to the right lane of the eastbound (down) lanes of the Warrego Highway on the Toowoomba Range.

The switch to the right lane will now occur next Tuesday (19 November), instead of Sunday as planned. The switch to the right lane will enable the connection of the down lanes to a 300m long bitumen side track, which will be opened next to the existing down lanes.

Motorists are reminded that barriers will be moved, line marking will change and there will be new signage on the down lanes leading to the side track. A section of the side track will be steeper than the existing down lanes. Heavy vehicle operators are to use only low gears when using the side track to ensure their safety and the safety of other motorists.

There will be night works on the Toowoomba Range affecting both the eastbound and westbound lanes.

Upon completion of the lane switch on the eastbound section, there will be works in the existing left lane including pavement reconstruction, asphalt profiling and drainage works. Night works affecting the westbound lanes will include the commencement of landscaping on the western batter slopes. Changed traffic conditions between 6pm and 6am include strict lane width restrictions to allow for safe completion of the activities.

Operators of heavy vehicles are reminded that restrictions apply on both eastbound and westbound lanes between 6pm and 6am: loads with ground contact width greater than 2.5m loads with an overall width greater than 3.5m loads with an overall length greater than 26m.

Operators are reminded that any load exceeding these dimensions should be registered with the project team 48 hours prior to arrival. If not, the vehicle will be stopped at the saddle of the Toowoomba Range by the Queensland Police Service. Full conditions and contact details are listed on the TMR Wide Load Permit Database.

Eligible reconstruction works under Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements (NDRRA) are funded 75% by the Australian Government and 25% from the Queensland Government.

For up-to-date information on changed traffic conditions visit www.131940.qld.gov.au or call 13 19 40.

RSL (Queensland Branch) is encouraging the community and Defence veterans to acknowledge one of the most solemn days on the national calendar – Remembrance Day, when World War 1 was declared over.

As Australia’s military operation in Afghanistan draws to an end, it is an opportune time to reflect on the sacrifices made by all service personnel in conflicts past and present. RSL (Queensland Branch) CEO Chris McHugh CSC said while Remembrance Day recalls a declaration of peace 95 years ago, it sadly did not signify an end to conflict.

40 Australian soldiers have been killed on duty in Afghanistan and 261 wounded including two sailors and one airman,” Mr McHugh said. Many more are coming home from service with psychological scars and whole communities are dealing with the social and financial impacts of deployment.

At 11am this Monday, please join your local service and spare a thought for those who’ve made such great sacrifice.”

Veterans, families and supporters, ADF personnel and dignitaries will gather at Brisbane’s ANZAC Square for one of 139 RSL Remembrance Day services across Queensland

ANZAC Square, Ann Street Brisbane Commemoration
10.30am – Monday 11 November 2013.

The Last Post will be played at 11.00 am, after which a minute’s silence will be observed and
then members of the public are invited to lay wreaths.
ï‚· Governor of Queensland, Her Excellency Ms Penelope Wensley
ï‚· Premier of Queensland, Hon Campbell Newman
ï‚· RSL (Queensland Branch) State President Terry Meehan
RSL (Queensland Branch) CEO Chris McHugh CSC
ï‚· Chaplin Peter Devenish-Meares
ï‚· Veterans, other dignitaries, RSL members and the public.

The Darling Downs District Crime Prevention Unit will be conducting armed robbery information sessions for Darling Downs business owners in the next two weeks.

Sessions will include a presentation from Crime Prevention on armed hold up awareness, information from detectives on the investigation process, and practical advice on scene awareness and preservation for forensic police.

Sessions are aimed at enabling businesses to reduce the risk of armed robbery, to assist in preserving personal safety should an incident occur, and to provide information that can assist police in the investigation of armed robbery incidents.

Two sessions are being conducted:
Gatton RSL on Tuesday November 12, and
Jacaranda Room, Grand Central Shopping Centre, Toowoomba on Tuesday  November 19.

Sessions run from 6pm until 7.30pm and light refreshments will be available.

Numbers are limited so to register attendance please email DCPC.Toowoomba@police.qld.gov.au with the business name and the number of people planning to attend.

For enquiries or to register for either session, contact Crime Prevention –
Phone 4631 6733.

The Centenary festivities to be held in the Newtown Park on Sunday, November 3 from 10am  will feature a demonstration by the Australian Lighthorse Association, maypole dancing, a barbeque lunch, grand parade, devonshire teas, children’s rides, flag raising and a history talk.

The book “A Breathing Space for the People: Newtown Park 1913-2013” by Regina Albion and Lorraine Schiller details the fascinating history of the park and will be available for purchase during the celebrations.

The original (but refurbished) spade  used by Mayor Hagan of Newtown Town Council to plant a tree in the park in 1913 will be on display during the event.

Cr Sue Englart  said it was important to acknowledge the significant role the park has played in Newtown’s history.  “The land was originally purchased as a ‘breathing space’ for citizens in 1913,” Cr Englart said. “Since then, Newtown Park has certainly fulfilled its purpose.

“It has hosted vital World War 1 and 2 activities, been used by many different sporting and community groups, and been the source of great enjoyment for local green thumbs, tourists and countless young people who have grown up in the shade of its beautiful trees.

“I encourage everyone to come along and help us celebrate this beautiful park on its special day, Sunday November 3rd.”

Toowoomba Regional Council received a State Government grant of $100,000 for a centennial monument within the park and set aside $236,032 in Council’s budget for improvements within Newtown Park to prepare it for the Centenary celebrations. A new flagpole and lighting at the plinth has been erected this year to commemorate the Centenary.

Submitted by:
Madeleine Tiller
Online Communities Officer
Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
Toowoomba Reginal Council

Kiyua is a group of volunteers who run a free dance school for disadvantaged kids in the Toowoomba area. The classes each Saturday morning culminate in a concert at the end of the year, and this year it’s Saturday, November 2nd on the main stage of the Empire Theatre, Neil Street, Toowoomba at 1.30pm. Entry is by gold coin donation.
We will be putting about 80 kids on the stage and the theme is ‘Kiyua Circus’ (which I expect it will be!!!) and it is a lot of fun. If you want to be entertained by kids from 2-50 years young, pop along. The show runs about 1.5 hours and is suitable for all ages.

Submitted by:
Tony Rehn
Crime Prevention Officer
Darling Downs District
Queensland Police Service
Ph 07 4631 6755 Fax 07 4615 3200

The Global Battle of the Bands (GBOB) (www.gbob.com) is heading to the Windsor Hotel for the Dalby Heat!

GBOB is a huge international event with over 30 countries involved. The first prize is worth US$100,000 and gives the winners the title of ‘Best New Band in the World’!
Dalby and Regional bands looking for a head start in their music career, and a chance to play on the World Stage, should apply to take part in the Global Battle of the Bands. Great original bands that have not yet received the recognition they deserve, now have the chance to make it big through GBOB.

The Dalby Heat will be conducted on Sun 27 Oct from 3pm. It will be an awesome all ages event that shouldn’t be missed! Bands wanting to take part in this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity need to contact organisers now by emailing redletter@bigpond.com or calling 02 9519 3978.

O’Sheas Birite Music Store will be sponsoring the Dalby event with cool prizes for the bands. As well as that, all Heat winners will be given 4 Free Custom-made Band Tshirts by LabelState.com plus the opportunity to have ongoing Band Merchandise supplied from which they can earn royalties, all at no cost to the band!

LabelState.com will also supply a Free GBOB Finalist” Tshirt to every band member who makes the Australasian Final. Other Finalist prizes include uber popular Converse Chuck Taylor shoes, and the hottest thing in cool underwear – DingoDudes (anti bacterial, anti allergenic jocks made from organically grown bamboo…never felt anything softer…they’re amazing!). And there’s more!

All Finalists will be in the running for 3 Days Free Recording at Melbourne’s state-of-the-art facility, Black Pearl Studios (www.blackpearlstudios.com.au ), and the chance to perform at the After Party of MusicOz’s Australian Independent Music Awards. Pretty cool!

In addition, the Australasian Final winner will also be featured on the busy music website Hotsource.com.au and have the opportunity to be covered by Home Brew Radio and Australian Guitar Magazine.

Music lovers should make sure they get to the show too, so they can check out the best bands Dalby and district has to offer, and cheer on their favourite!  Toowoomba bands are also welcome to enter. It will be exciting to see which band gets through, and there will be cool audience giveaways!

Date: Sun 27 Oct
Place: Windsor Hotel, 32 Patrick Street, Dalby QLD 4405
Time: 3pm –7pm
Tickets: $15

The Haden Community Club recently celebrated 30 years with a special luncheon at the Haden Hall.

The Haden Community Club was originally formed on the 29th September 1983 by a group of women who wanted to work for charities represented in the Rosalie & Crow’s Nest Shires.

The object of the club has been to promote social activity, to teach and learn crafts and to do whatever possible for the betterment of the community.

The club is non-profit making, and all money raised is used for the benefit of the community or donated to charitable institutions and local organisations.

The first project was to raise money for a 100 piece of setting of crockery and cutlery for the Haden Hall.To date the Club has donated a total of $36,267 to various charities including the Haden Hall, school, playground equipment for Haden Park, bushfire brigade, local cemeteries, Crow’s Nest ambulance, Red Cross and Blue Care. Funds have been raised by running bus trips and local functions in the Haden Hall.

To date the Club has donated a total of $36,267 to various charities including the Haden Hall, school, playground equipment for Haden Park, bushfire brigade, local cemeteries, Crow’s Nest ambulance, Red Cross and Blue Care. Fundshave been raised by running bus trips and local functions in the Haden Hall.Events have included Melbourne Cup parties, Deb of the Year Balls, fairs and flower shows, Bridal & fashion Parades, dances and a Christmas carol evening.
Members have knitted bonnets and bootees for premature babies for the Mater Children’s Hospital and have made or purchased and donated articles to the Leukaemia Foundation.

Events have included Melbourne Cup parties, Deb of the Year Balls, fairs and flower shows, Bridal & fashion Parades, dances and a Christmas carol evening. Members have knitted bonnets and bootees for premature babies for the Mater Children’s Hospital and have made or purchased and donated articles to the Leukaemia Foundation.
The club currently has 17 members and is now open to men and women. Meetings are held in the Haden Hall on the 2nd Wednesday each month at 10.30 a.m. New members are welcome.

Phone Beryl on 4698 8212 or Donna on 4698 8291 for further information.

Photos & Story By Jenny Gersekowski