Get savvy and tap into a wealth of information for all ages at our FREE Get Savvy health and wellbeing expo.
Chat with health professionals, dieticians, aged care service providers and representatives of local community organisations, emergency services, disability services and more.
There’ll be loads of free giveaways and information to take away and share with family and friends.
Stallholders at Beaudesert will include the team from Paws for Hope and Understanding, representatives from gambling and drug support services and professionals offering a range of health checks.
There’ll also be a wealth of information at our Get Savvy events at Tamborine Mountain on Thursday 5 May and Boonah on Tuesday 10 May.
Guest speaker Mary O’Brien knows that many women are concerned by the challenges facing their men in rural communities.
While aimed at men, our FREE Are You Bogged Mate? events at Kerry and Kalbar are also open to women.
Come along and enjoy a free barbecue dinner and music, and hear Are You Bogged Mate? CEO Mary O’Brien talk about the issues facing country blokes and the life-saving services available to help them get back on track.
A speaker whose message resonates with rural communities and connects country men with potentially life-saving services will feature in two free evening sessions in the Scenic Rim this month.
Council is proud to host the events where Mary O’Brien, CEO of mental health initiative Are You Bogged Mate?, will share her insights into the issues of depression and suicide among rural men and the support services available to help them get back on track.
Scenic Rim Mayor Greg Christensen urged those doing it tough to take the first step in moving forward and register for either of the events at Kerry on Friday 22 April or Kalbar on Saturday 23 April.
“The recent floods have compounded the challenges our community has faced since 2019 alone, from drought and bushfire to COVID-19 and, for many, these are tough times,” he said.
“In rural areas, depression can be like being bogged in the mud.
“Sometimes it’s possible to get yourself out, but when you are really stuck, sunk down to the running boards and sitting on the chassis, it’s time to get some help.
“While some might see it as a weakness, it actually takes courage to admit you can’t go it alone and to reach out for a helping hand.”
Winner of the 2020 Queensland Men’s Health Award, Mary O’Brien is a passionate advocate for the agricultural sector.
Having been raised on the land, she has lived on the Darling Downs since 1992 and understands the challenges faced by the men she has worked alongside.
She founded her Are You Bogged Mate? website and Facebook page in 2018 to support men on the land, who were facing challenges as never before, and to provide a voice for those who were suffering in silence.
“We know there are many men who are not getting the help they need because they are reluctant to see someone or talk about their concerns,” Cr Christensen said.
“While depression and other mental health issues affect men and women equally, the number of deaths by suicide is three times higher among men than women and men are more likely to die as a result of alcohol or drug use than women.
“Country men are even less likely than their city counterparts to seek help, which is why Mary O’Brien’s Are You Bogged Mate? is such a valuable opportunity for those dealing with that black mongrel dog, depression.”
The free Are You Bogged Mate? evenings will include Mary O’Brien’s presentation, a free barbecue dinner and music.
These will be held at the Kerry Hall on Friday 22 April from 5.30pm to 7.30pm and at the Kalbar School of Arts Memorial Hall on Saturday 23 April from 5.30pm to 7.30pm. To register, email Andrew Hayes [email protected]
Funding for these events has been provided through the Category C Bushfire Funds thanks to the Department of Communities, Housing and Digital Economy and the Australian Government.
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The Boonah District Chamber of Commerce is excited to support the development of the inaugural Clydie Trail 2022. Member businesses are encouraged to get behind the trail by registering their interest.
The Clydie Trail is a point-by-point adventure across the greater Boonah area, the heritage home of Clydesdales in Queensland, that showcases places to see, moments that matter, natural and built attractions and local businesses, producers, makers, growers and characters. It is a long-term engagement tactic that embeds the Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular into the fabric of the region, establishes the Boonah area as the home of these gentle giants, showcases the beauty of the region, and creates revenue and attendance streams for supporters of the event.
The Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular is the richest Clydesdale Show in the Southern Hemisphere, where the grand champions of the breed are judged and the history of the breed in Australia – and in the Scenic Rim – is celebrated. Over two action-packed days, a full program of Clydesdale competition takes place in the main arena at the Boonah Showground, and a program including demonstrations, performances, food experiences, harness making, blacksmithing, the Queensland Whip Cracking Championships, the World Billy Boiling Championships, wood chopping, working dog displays, Friesian Horse Troupe performances, bush poetry and more takes place.
In 2021 the event attracted 7,300 attendees, 110 onsite caravans, 12 Glampers and over 100 heavy horses.
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Beginning or growing a business involves many moving parts! Where is help, and how can you access it?
This free online workshop can point you to resources, education and connections in our area.
If you live in Ipswich or the West Moreton region you may be surprised to learn just how much information and support is available for building your business.
Come join us to discover where to start, or who may be able to help you take your next step.
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Learn how to boost sales for your online store, and build a strong brand that stands out online.
In this workshop, Brody Oxenham from Manexo Media will share easy-to-implement strategies for expanding your customer base, increasing your average cart value, and creating repeat, regular customers for your business.
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The world of business is highly competitive and small business owners look for ways to market their small businesses on the internet. Google provides great exposure to a small business struggling to get noticed. Discover how to capture potential customers who are searching for your business with buying intent.
In this workshop, Gerard Doyle, Fractal Owner & Creative Director will introduce you to the fundamentals of both paid Google Ads and the “mysterious” art of Search Engine Optimisation (SEO). This workshop is designed for business owners who also do their own marketing.
You will learn:
– Why Google ranks some websites higher than others
– What you can do to help your website appear higher in Google
– How Google Advertising works
– How to find search terms to target
– How to optimise your advertising campaign
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Boonah Police wish to highlight to motorists that Queensland Transport and Main Roads have changed the speed zone on Yeates Avenue and Boonah Rathdowney Road.
Yeates Avenue is now a gazetted 50kph zone between Railway Street and Toby Slater Park.
Boonah Rathdowney Road is now a 60kph zone from Toby Slater Park to Old Mt Alford road. This then changes to 80kph from Milford Road until after Wallace’s Creek bridge.
— Boonah Police
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Mark the diary for Sunday March 6. You may like to call it Super Sunday. This is the day a massive 22 farms and producers from across the famous Scenic Rim are opening their gates and welcoming visitors. From fresh produce from the Scenic Rim Farm Shop, cuddles with lambs at Towri Sheep Cheeses, picnics with Alpacas at Mountview Alpaca Farm, stocking up on artisan dairy products at Tommerup’s Dairy Farm, to beer tasting at Scenic Rim Brewery and wine sipping at Sarabah, visitors will leave with full stomachs and a love for the Scenic Rim region. It’s the most wonderful day, where eskies and hearts are filled and farmers, flavour-makers and producers are the stars of the show.
It all happens in the Scenic Rim, named one of Lonely Planet’s top ten regions in the world to visit this year.
This community initiative, driven by local tourism association Destination Scenic Rim, will celebrate Queensland agriculture, give visitors a chance to meet and support local farmers directly and is a perfect excuse for a country drive just over an hour from Brisbane and the Gold Coast. It’s the perfect day trip, or weekend away!
Destination Scenic Rim Board Member and Dairy Farmer Kay Tommerup of Tommerup’s Dairy Farm said, “Farm Gate Trail is important to our business because building connections with our customers is at the core of our values. Farm Gate Trail brings visitors to our farm who love local produce, who value knowing their local farmers, and who are excited to taste their way around the Scenic Rim. It brings a wonderful opportunity for us to showcase our product to people who may not have tried our products. We love being able to share our farm story, our produce, and encourage visitors to take the time to visit other amazing producers across the region.”
Destination Scenic Rim CEO, Jessica Greenaway, is excited for visitors to experience the beauty, warmth, and authenticity the region has to offer. “There is no mistaking why the Scenic Rim was named in the top ten regions in the world to visit in 2022, patchwork fields of green, world heritage rainforests and mountain ranges, all provide a world-class backdrop for a Sunday drive in the country, but it is the opportunity to meet our passionate local farmers and produces that make this event so special.”
Hannah Hughes, Vineyard Manager at Sarabah Estate agrees the Farm Gate Trail is a celebration of local business and their collective passion. “The Farm Gate Trail is so important as it allows us to celebrate not only our own small business but allows us to support and celebrate other local businesses who are passionate in what they do. We love the ability to interact with our customers and share a bit of our story. Visitors can expect to be welcomed into a small family-owned estate that takes pride in grape growing. Enjoy a glass of wine amongst our vines, a wood-fired pizza from our smoke and vine bar or a beautiful meal at our bistro.”
Kate Bennie from Summer Land Camels thinks the Farm Gate Trail is a fantastic way to connect with people from all walks of life and to introduce them to their business – Australia’s largest Camel Dairy and the world’s largest Wild Camel Training Facility. “We love to welcome visitors to our farm to share our passion for camels and camel milk. As you learn all about these amazing creatures and get up close and personal with them, you might find yourself falling in love with them too! They get a snapshot of some of the amazing things that the Scenic Rim has to offer – and they’ll be sure to want to come back for more!”
The inaugural Scenic Rim Farm Gate Trail was first held in 2020, fast forward 2 years and the popular event has now grown to attract over 5,000 visitors to the region.
The Scenic Rim Farm Gate Trail on March 6th will be held from 9am – 3pm
The 22 farmers and small producers opening their gates include Summer Land Camels, Scenic Rim Farm Shop, Coco and Myrtle, Scenic Rim Mushrooms, Scenic Rim Brewery, Running Creek Beef, Olive View Estate, Towri Sheep Cheeses, Tommerup’s Dairy Farm, Bee All Natural Honey, Sarabah Estate Vineyard, O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyard, Mountview Alpacas, Pretty Produce, Witches Falls Winery, Oaky Creek Farm & Harvest Cafe, White’s Farm, The Overflow Estate 1895, Ladybrook Farm, Canungra Creek Fingerlimes, Tamborine Mountain Distillery and Cauldron Distillery.
Visitors can download their own map and pick the stops they’d like to visit between 9am 3pm, with 22 Farm Gates to choose from!
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Get Savvy 2022
/in Uncategorized /by KateAre you Bogged, Mate? Down-to-earth advice for rural men mired in tough times
/in Uncategorized /by KateGuest speaker Mary O’Brien knows that many women are concerned by the challenges facing their men in rural communities.
While aimed at men, our FREE Are You Bogged Mate? events at Kerry and Kalbar are also open to women.
Come along and enjoy a free barbecue dinner and music, and hear Are You Bogged Mate? CEO Mary O’Brien talk about the issues facing country blokes and the life-saving services available to help them get back on track.
To RSVP, email [email protected]
A speaker whose message resonates with rural communities and connects country men with potentially life-saving services will feature in two free evening sessions in the Scenic Rim this month.
Council is proud to host the events where Mary O’Brien, CEO of mental health initiative Are You Bogged Mate?, will share her insights into the issues of depression and suicide among rural men and the support services available to help them get back on track.
Scenic Rim Mayor Greg Christensen urged those doing it tough to take the first step in moving forward and register for either of the events at Kerry on Friday 22 April or Kalbar on Saturday 23 April.
“The recent floods have compounded the challenges our community has faced since 2019 alone, from drought and bushfire to COVID-19 and, for many, these are tough times,” he said.
“In rural areas, depression can be like being bogged in the mud.
“Sometimes it’s possible to get yourself out, but when you are really stuck, sunk down to the running boards and sitting on the chassis, it’s time to get some help.
“While some might see it as a weakness, it actually takes courage to admit you can’t go it alone and to reach out for a helping hand.”
Winner of the 2020 Queensland Men’s Health Award, Mary O’Brien is a passionate advocate for the agricultural sector.
Having been raised on the land, she has lived on the Darling Downs since 1992 and understands the challenges faced by the men she has worked alongside.
She founded her Are You Bogged Mate? website and Facebook page in 2018 to support men on the land, who were facing challenges as never before, and to provide a voice for those who were suffering in silence.
“We know there are many men who are not getting the help they need because they are reluctant to see someone or talk about their concerns,” Cr Christensen said.
“While depression and other mental health issues affect men and women equally, the number of deaths by suicide is three times higher among men than women and men are more likely to die as a result of alcohol or drug use than women.
“Country men are even less likely than their city counterparts to seek help, which is why Mary O’Brien’s Are You Bogged Mate? is such a valuable opportunity for those dealing with that black mongrel dog, depression.”
The free Are You Bogged Mate? evenings will include Mary O’Brien’s presentation, a free barbecue dinner and music.
These will be held at the Kerry Hall on Friday 22 April from 5.30pm to 7.30pm and at the Kalbar School of Arts Memorial Hall on Saturday 23 April from 5.30pm to 7.30pm. To register, email Andrew Hayes [email protected]
Funding for these events has been provided through the Category C Bushfire Funds thanks to the Department of Communities, Housing and Digital Economy and the Australian Government.
Clydie Trail Expression of Interest
/in Uncategorized /by KateThe Boonah District Chamber of Commerce is excited to support the development of the inaugural Clydie Trail 2022. Member businesses are encouraged to get behind the trail by registering their interest.
The Clydie Trail is a point-by-point adventure across the greater Boonah area, the heritage home of Clydesdales in Queensland, that showcases places to see, moments that matter, natural and built attractions and local businesses, producers, makers, growers and characters. It is a long-term engagement tactic that embeds the Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular into the fabric of the region, establishes the Boonah area as the home of these gentle giants, showcases the beauty of the region, and creates revenue and attendance streams for supporters of the event.
The Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular is the richest Clydesdale Show in the Southern Hemisphere, where the grand champions of the breed are judged and the history of the breed in Australia – and in the Scenic Rim – is celebrated. Over two action-packed days, a full program of Clydesdale competition takes place in the main arena at the Boonah Showground, and a program including demonstrations, performances, food experiences, harness making, blacksmithing, the Queensland Whip Cracking Championships, the World Billy Boiling Championships, wood chopping, working dog displays, Friesian Horse Troupe performances, bush poetry and more takes place.
In 2021 the event attracted 7,300 attendees, 110 onsite caravans, 12 Glampers and over 100 heavy horses.
Find out more about the Clydie Trail 2022 or register your interest by emailing the event organisers at info@clydesdalespectacular.
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/in Uncategorized /by Kate– What you can do to help your website appear higher in Google
– How Google Advertising works
– How to find search terms to target
– How to optimise your advertising campaign
Changes to Speed limits Yeates Av & Bnh Rathdowney Rd
/in Uncategorized /by KateBoonah Police wish to highlight to motorists that Queensland Transport and Main Roads have changed the speed zone on Yeates Avenue and Boonah Rathdowney Road.
Yeates Avenue is now a gazetted 50kph zone between Railway Street and Toby Slater Park.
Boonah Rathdowney Road is now a 60kph zone from Toby Slater Park to Old Mt Alford road. This then changes to 80kph from Milford Road until after Wallace’s Creek bridge.
— Boonah Police
February Update – DESBT
/in Uncategorized /by KateScenic Rim Farm Gate Trail announced for Sunday March 6th
/in Uncategorized /by KateMark the diary for Sunday March 6. You may like to call it Super Sunday. This is the day a massive 22 farms and producers from across the famous Scenic Rim are opening their gates and welcoming visitors. From fresh produce from the Scenic Rim Farm Shop, cuddles with lambs at Towri Sheep Cheeses, picnics with Alpacas at Mountview Alpaca Farm, stocking up on artisan dairy products at Tommerup’s Dairy Farm, to beer tasting at Scenic Rim Brewery and wine sipping at Sarabah, visitors will leave with full stomachs and a love for the Scenic Rim region. It’s the most wonderful day, where eskies and hearts are filled and farmers, flavour-makers and producers are the stars of the show.
It all happens in the Scenic Rim, named one of Lonely Planet’s top ten regions in the world to visit this year.
This community initiative, driven by local tourism association Destination Scenic Rim, will celebrate Queensland agriculture, give visitors a chance to meet and support local farmers directly and is a perfect excuse for a country drive just over an hour from Brisbane and the Gold Coast. It’s the perfect day trip, or weekend away!
Destination Scenic Rim Board Member and Dairy Farmer Kay Tommerup of Tommerup’s Dairy Farm said, “Farm Gate Trail is important to our business because building connections with our customers is at the core of our values. Farm Gate Trail brings visitors to our farm who love local produce, who value knowing their local farmers, and who are excited to taste their way around the Scenic Rim. It brings a wonderful opportunity for us to showcase our product to people who may not have tried our products. We love being able to share our farm story, our produce, and encourage visitors to take the time to visit other amazing producers across the region.”
Destination Scenic Rim CEO, Jessica Greenaway, is excited for visitors to experience the beauty, warmth, and authenticity the region has to offer. “There is no mistaking why the Scenic Rim was named in the top ten regions in the world to visit in 2022, patchwork fields of green, world heritage rainforests and mountain ranges, all provide a world-class backdrop for a Sunday drive in the country, but it is the opportunity to meet our passionate local farmers and produces that make this event so special.”
Hannah Hughes, Vineyard Manager at Sarabah Estate agrees the Farm Gate Trail is a celebration of local business and their collective passion. “The Farm Gate Trail is so important as it allows us to celebrate not only our own small business but allows us to support and celebrate other local businesses who are passionate in what they do. We love the ability to interact with our customers and share a bit of our story. Visitors can expect to be welcomed into a small family-owned estate that takes pride in grape growing. Enjoy a glass of wine amongst our vines, a wood-fired pizza from our smoke and vine bar or a beautiful meal at our bistro.”
Kate Bennie from Summer Land Camels thinks the Farm Gate Trail is a fantastic way to connect with people from all walks of life and to introduce them to their business – Australia’s largest Camel Dairy and the world’s largest Wild Camel Training Facility. “We love to welcome visitors to our farm to share our passion for camels and camel milk. As you learn all about these amazing creatures and get up close and personal with them, you might find yourself falling in love with them too! They get a snapshot of some of the amazing things that the Scenic Rim has to offer – and they’ll be sure to want to come back for more!”
The inaugural Scenic Rim Farm Gate Trail was first held in 2020, fast forward 2 years and the popular event has now grown to attract over 5,000 visitors to the region.
The Scenic Rim Farm Gate Trail on March 6th will be held from 9am – 3pm
The 22 farmers and small producers opening their gates include Summer Land Camels, Scenic Rim Farm Shop, Coco and Myrtle, Scenic Rim Mushrooms, Scenic Rim Brewery, Running Creek Beef, Olive View Estate, Towri Sheep Cheeses, Tommerup’s Dairy Farm, Bee All Natural Honey, Sarabah Estate Vineyard, O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyard, Mountview Alpacas, Pretty Produce, Witches Falls Winery, Oaky Creek Farm & Harvest Cafe, White’s Farm, The Overflow Estate 1895, Ladybrook Farm, Canungra Creek Fingerlimes, Tamborine Mountain Distillery and Cauldron Distillery.
Visitors can download their own map and pick the stops they’d like to visit between 9am 3pm, with 22 Farm Gates to choose from!
For more info visit Destination Scenic Rim