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H.E.L.P Police By Locking Your Car

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H.E.L.P Police By Locking Your Car

Toowoomba Police are urging the public to consider the acronym H.E.L.P when parking their vehicles:

H: Home †when you get there, think vehicle security,
E: Empty your car of valuable property,
L: Lock up your vehicle, and
P: Put your keys in a safe place.

The number of unlawful entries of motor vehicles have continued to increase in the Toowoomba area and police are urging the public to remain vigilant with securing their vehicle.remove-it-or-lose-itAnyone with information which could assist in these matters should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Submitted by:
Senior Constable Joanne Bailey
QPS website: www.police.qld.gov.au
Darling Downs “Mypolice” blog – http://mypolice.qld.gov.au/darlingdowns/
131 444 Policelink †the number to report non urgent incidents
Crimestoppers 1800 333 000
Website: www.crimestoppers.com.au
Victims Assist Scheme 1300 546 587 1300linkup

USQ Vice-Chancellor To Take Up New Role

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USQ Vice-Chancellor To Take Up New Role

University of Southern Queensland (USQ) Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Jan Thomas will leave the University in December 2016 to take up a new position as head of Massey University in New Zealand.

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Prof. Jan Thomas

Chancellor Mr John Dornbusch said he announced Professor Thomas’s resignation with sadness, but also with optimism about the future of the University.  “Since her appointment in 2012, Jan has made an indelible mark on our University,” he said.

“She has developed a long-term view for our future which now shapes our strategic discussions. She has focused on improving our teaching and learning performance and the quality of our programs and research degrees. Professor Thomas has overseen a raft of changes which have enhanced the University’s reputation both nationally and internationally.”

“She has overseen a major increase in our research performance and more importantly nurtured deeper appreciation of the characteristics of international-standard research practice and performance. Her passion for excellence is matched by a deep commitment to equity and social justice and a determination to improve access to university studies to those who might not have the opportunity to go on to post school education.”

“I am delighted to have had the opportunity to work with Jan since I became Chancellor in 2014. She leaves our University in great shape and I wish her the very best for the future.”

Mr Dornbusch said USQ is now one of Australia’s leading universities with the highest graduate employability in the nation and one of the highest graduate starting salaries.

“The search for a new Vice-Chancellor will begin soon, and experience shows us that the good work of a departing Vice-Chancellor allows us to attract a new one with the skills to take USQ to the next level of performance.  I look forward to a bright future for this great institution,” he said.

“I know the whole University community, both locally and around the world, will join me in thanking Jan for her service and wishing her success in her future endeavours.”

 

Cathay Pacific To Commence Weekly 747 Freighter Service From Wellcamp Airport

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Cathay Pacific To Commence Weekly 747 Freighter Service From Wellcamp Airport

Almost one year to the day from its trial flight, Cathay Pacific Airways will commence freighter flights into Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport from 22 November, 2016 with a weekly scheduled service, subject to government approval. It will be the only dedicated freighter service for this part of Queensland and will utilise a Boeing 747-8F.

The decision comes after an extensive evaluation of the airport operations as well as demand for air freight services from businesses in southern Queensland. This included a successful trial flight on 23 November 2015.

Nelson Chin, general manager, Cathay Pacific Airways Southwest Pacific said he was thrilled to see the realisation of the efforts of many to introduce this new service, and in particular the management of Brisbane West Wellcamp, Queensland and Federal governments, freight forwarders, local businesses and the Cathay Pacific Cargo teams in Australia and Hong Kong.

“We were enormously encouraged by the enthusiasm and support of everyone involved in this venture,” he said.

“The combination of primary producers in the Darling Downs area exporting beef, dairy and fresh produce, as well as significant mining and manufacturing businesses in southern Queensland makes it a truly dynamic part of Australia.

“China buys more of Australia’s agricultural products than any other country and we are confident our new service will provide these businesses with a competitive advantage as the benefits of the new China-Australia Free Trade Agreement increase,” he added.

Cathay Pacific Airways operates two dedicated freighter flights a week from Australia to Hong Kong. The flight serving Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport will be CX022. It will operate on Tuesdays Sydney-Melbourne-Brisbane West Wellcamp, arriving into Queensland at 16:45 and departing at 18:15.

The Boeing 747-8F has a cargo capacity of approximately 135,000 tonnes carrying 34 pallets on the main deck and 12 on the lower deck. It also features a cargo door in the nose of the aircraft which enables more efficient loading and unloading of cargo.

The flight will arrive into Cathay Pacific Cargo Terminal in Hong Kong at 00:45 on Wednesdays enabling, for example, fresh produce to be delivered to the markets and restaurants in China later that morning as well as onto a vast number of destinations around the world. This facility is one of the biggest and most sophisticated cargo terminals in the world and it was built to set new standards in operational efficiency, environmental design and service levels.

Cathay Pacific Airways also carries a significant amount of cargo in the bellies of its passenger flights which number more than 70 per week from Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth.

 

 

 

Search For Missing Man, Maidenwell

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Police have recovered the body of a man missing near Maidenwell.

coomba-fallsOfficers were called to the Coomba Falls around 2.15pm on Sunday after a man at the waterhole jumped from a rock into the water and failed to resurface. A preliminary search by nearby swimmers and police and other emergency services on the Sunday afternoon failed to locate the man.

Police guarded the scene overnight and resumed the search on Monday morning.

Specialist dive squad police from Brisbane arrived at Coomba Falls around 10am and recovered the body of a young Highfields man.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day. Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

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QPS Media

 

Pittsworth On Show For Spring

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The town of Pittsworth  in the heart of the Darling Downs (45 kms southwest of Toowoomba down the Gore Highway) is engaged in the annual celebration of Spring with a number of events through the week and especially  on the 7th, 8th and 9th of October. One of the main attractions is the Craft & Fine Food Spectacular (see below).

However, there are also Spring Competition Gardens to visit, the Pittsworth Art Group’s Spring Art Exhibition (Short Street), a Quilt showing (School of Arts building) and on Sunday morning the Pulse and Pain Fun Run.

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Pittsworth Art Group Annual Exhibition

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barbara-lanhamPittsworth Art Group president, Barbara Lanham, reports the Group is going from strength to strength with 14 new members joining this year, bringing the total membership to 28.

The 16th annual Spring Art Exhibition is continuing to 4pm on Sunday, 9th October with 144 paintings on display, as well as pottery and woodwork. The exhibition was officially opened this year by Pamela Armstrong, Manager, Library and Cultural Services, Toowoomba Regional Council.

The Pittsworth Art Group invites tutors for workshops, and John Wilson from Katoomba  visits for a 2 day oils workshop each year.

Graham W. Smith has tutored in acrylics, Karol Oakley in pastels, Cess Sliedrecht in pen and wash and Robert Lovett in watercolour.

Barbara says these artists have given the Group fresh inspiration and new challenges to try different techniques and approaches to painting.Barbara says these artists have given the Group fresh inspiration and new challenges to try different techniques and approaches to painting.

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Pamela Armstrong, Ros Scotney and Art Group president, Barbara Lanham
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Councillor Anne Glasheen talks with Lesa Bradshaw on opening night

 

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October Open Day At 1859 Inn

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October Open Day At 1859 Inn

National Trust of Australia (QLD) Toowoomba Branch
Royal Bull’s Head Inn Open Day

The Royal Bull’s Head Inn at Drayton will be open to the public, Sunday, 2nd October 2016.october-open-day-bulls-head-inn

Enjoy a visual display photographs from Winning Entries from the 2015 Toowoomba Open House Photographic Competition.  A selection of favourites from previous years will also be on display.  Demonstrations will be held on how to repair old photographs as well as a display of camera -old and new.

Open House Details:

Date:                                                                                        2nd October 2016 (Sunday)

Time:                                                                                       10am through to 4pm

Entry Fees:      $4.00 children/concession, $6.00 adults, $18.00 Family, Free for National Trust Members

Tea/Coffee and home baked treats will also be available to purchase

Additional Details:  The Royal Bull’s Head Inn is also available for  private bookings, High Teas, Afternoon Teas.
For further information, contact Debby  M:  0402 138 751 or Email: Toowoomba@nationaltrustqld.org

You’re Never Too Old

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be-bold-not-old-jpgBOLDtober has kicked off with the sole purpose of putting an end to negative stereotypes around ageing and getting older.

BOLDtober invites everyone over 70 to be photographed being Bold Not Old, and post it to
http://boldtober.feroscare.com.au/, with hashtag #GetBoldNotOld. The BOLDtober winner will receive a $2000 cash prize †so there’s even more reason to #GetBoldNotOld.

This Get Bold Not Old initiative is part of an ongoing campaign by Feros Care to show that age is just a number, and that our older community members are larger than life.pat-bold-not-oldJennene Buckley, CEO of Feros Care said that while #GetBoldNotOld has a fun side, its real objective is to shine a spotlight on negativity around ageing.

“There are real issues faced by seniors, from feeling invisible in their community, health and mobility issues, social isolation, financial hardship and elder abuse. In fact, a recent study by Brigham Young University shows that there is an increased risk of death for people who are lonely and socially isolated.[1]

“You don’t suddenly become invisible when you reach 70, or 80 or 90. Society often forgets that today’s 84 year old nana was yesterday’s rebel, with a life full of wonderful stories, experiences and probably even some secrets,” she said.

#GetBoldNotOld is an exaggerated campaign designed to bring out the cheeky in our older generations.

Ms Buckley said “Based on the entries we received last year #GetBoldNotOld, I can promise you that seniors are not shrinking violets. Photos ranged from naked cyclists, skydivers and surfers….everything and anything you could imagine.”
mum-and-surfboardAnd while Feros Care is always fighting ageism, all competition photos must be of someone 70 plus because it’s important to show just how vibrant and fun our older community members are. Be part of BOLDtober and encourage your family and friends to #GetBoldNotOld.

It’s easy, simply: snap a selfie or post a pic of someone over 70 being #GetBoldNotOld; post the photo or video to http://boldtober.feroscare.com.au/

Make October a BOLDtober.

For more information on BOLDtober, to post you photo, or to see terms and conditions, visit http://boldtober.feroscare.com.au/

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