• June 2, 2008
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• June 2, 2008
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• May 26, 2008
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Queensland Museum South Bank has released its Wildlife Workshops program for 2008. This year the spotlight is on South-East Queensland with topics including Prehistoric Wildlife, Frogs, Backyard Insects and Snakes and Lizards. Director of Queensland Museum South Bank, Sally Lewis said it was no surprise that these workshops were popular as they offered a rare, […]

• May 26, 2008
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A celebrity gardener, up to 100 stalls, entertainment for the kids, and heaps of environmentally aware lifestyle tips promise a great family day out at the Sustainable Living Expo on Saturday, May 17. The Expo kicks off at 9am at the Caboolture Region Environmental Education Centre (CREEC), at Rowley Road, Burpengary, and activities will run […]

• May 26, 2008
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With the rain we have had earlier this year the insects have been doing very well this year. Various scale insects as well as citrus leaf miner are thriving right now. Citrus Leaf Miner presence can be recognised by the silver/clear trails they leave, particularly on young leaves. Citrus leaf miner can be controlled by […]

• May 26, 2008
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A competition for our dog owners! We have been given 2 dog leads to give away. They are a special promotional 101 Dalmations dog lead, valued at $19.95 each. To enter the competition, send us a photo of you and your dog, together with your name, address and telephone contact details. (Don’t worry!! It isn’t […]

• May 21, 2008
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Our Mothers Day Competition winner is Joseph Hambling, aged 9, of Armstrong Creek.  Joseph has won a lovely prize package for his mother:- ∗    Style cut, lash tint and brow wax from Day Clippers ∗    Gift Certificate to the value of $40 from Amore Restaurant ∗    Tyre inspection, rotate and balance, plus brake and steering […]

• May 21, 2008
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That is the question I put to local farmers!  Please contact me, Doreen, on 3425 1872.
I received a telephone call from a resident on a small acreage, upset over the loss of her sheep to either wild dogs or dingoes. My discussions with local vets brought a mixture of theories/observations, including dingoes versus wild dogs scenarios.

• May 12, 2008
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Alpacas have been in Australia for over 20 years and are fast becoming part of the fabric of farm life.  A unique agribusiness for small and broad acreages these endearing animals are popular for their ease of handling and their beautiful much sought after fleece. Once seen as unusual, alpacas are proving to be an exciting burgeoning industry for many Australians.  Since the inception of the Australian Alpaca Industry in 1988 intensive breeding and importation has grown the national herd to around 90,000 animals.

• March 3, 2008
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Outgoing Mayor, Yvonne Chapman