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Pops Vege Patch
For information about the Dayboro Organic Gardening Club ph Shane Fuller:3425 1553-happy gardening.
My Grandfather had a vege patch the likes of which I have never seen equalled.
Growing up in the great depression with 14 siblings I suppose his family had to do whatever they could to save money. His father grew as much of their own food as possible and I think the habit stuck. He still had it going until he passed away a couple of years ago. I can remember as a kid raiding his vege patch-eating corn, beans, peas straight off the plants. Mum never had such success in getting us to eat our veges.
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Growing up in the great depression with 14 siblings I suppose his family had to do whatever they could to save money. His father grew as much of their own food as possible and I think the habit stuck. He still had it going until he passed away a couple of years ago. I can remember as a kid raiding his vege patch-eating corn, beans, peas straight off the plants. Mum never had such success in getting us to eat our veges.
KEEP COSTS DOWN AS THE TEMPERATURE DROPS
With winter approaching, Energy Ombudsman Barry Adams warns Queenslanders to not let a high energy bill raise their temperature as the cooler weather sets in.
“It’s important to keep warm, but keep costs down as the temperature drops,” Mr Adams said.
"The cooler months usually place a greater demand on electricity usage and, in turn, an increase in the amount owed on energy bills.”
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“It’s important to keep warm, but keep costs down as the temperature drops,” Mr Adams said.
"The cooler months usually place a greater demand on electricity usage and, in turn, an increase in the amount owed on energy bills.”
American professor digs Moreton Bay turf
It seems the grass is greener in Moreton Bay – and it’s attracting attention from international turf experts.
Leading United States turf researcher Professor Al Turgeon visited some of the region’s sports fields and parks recently as part of a turf research tour hosted by the University of Queensland and the Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries.
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Leading United States turf researcher Professor Al Turgeon visited some of the region’s sports fields and parks recently as part of a turf research tour hosted by the University of Queensland and the Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries.
What’s On at QUEENSLAND MUSEUM SOUTH BANK June08
Queensland Museum South Bank, Open 9.30am – 5pm daily, entry free, charges apply to the Sciencentre
Cnr Grey & Melbourne Sts, South Bank
Ph: (07) 3840 7555, www.southbank.qm.qld.gov.au
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Cnr Grey & Melbourne Sts, South Bank
Ph: (07) 3840 7555, www.southbank.qm.qld.gov.au
Mayor condemns lack of consultation about desal plans
Moreton Bay Regional Council mayor Allan Sutherland has condemned the State Opposition’s lack of consultation over its plans for a desalination plant on Bribie Island.
The Mayor said council had not been consulted before the State Opposition’s announcement on Monday.
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The Mayor said council had not been consulted before the State Opposition’s announcement on Monday.
Community to benefit from QUT Urban Country Music Festival
Mayor Allan Sutherland opens the Burbs ‘n Bush Party in Caboolture’s town square on Friday May 2.
The community has emerged as the biggest winner from Caboolture’s successful 2008 QUT Urban Country Music Festival.
About 35,000 day visitors enjoyed the action-packed May long weekend festival, that boasted 500 artists across 11 different stages.
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About 35,000 day visitors enjoyed the action-packed May long weekend festival, that boasted 500 artists across 11 different stages.
DAYBORO BOWLS CLUB June08
May Ladies Financial Day – this day was generously sponsored by the Hon Linda Lavarch, MP, State Member for Kurwongbah. Linda is a very generous supporter of our Club. Unfortunately due to Parliamentary commitments she was unable to attend for lunch and to present the prizes.
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Anzac Day 2008
The number of wreaths and floral tributes increases each year and their laying was once again very moving and the highlight of the service. Congratulations to Mel McKenzie on achieving 90 wonderful years
Mel McKenzie at 90.
Mel celebrated her 90th birthday with a surprise Birthday Party with her immediate family at the home of her son at Narangba, on Saturday 17th May.
Melva Joyce was born on 22nd May 1918, the third child of Bill and Loretta Easlea. She grew up on the family dairy farm at Laceys Creek and attended Laceys Creek School. In those days life consisted of helping with the chores on the farm.
On April 19th, 1941 Mel married Mervyn McKenzie in the Windsor Presbyterian Church. She has resided in the Dayboro township ever since, actively involved in family and community life.
Mel has been widowed since 1985. She has 2 sons: Gavin and Lyle, 8 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
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