Beaudesert Bulletin

02/09/2024

01/09/2024

01/09/2024

AVOID SMOKE - Beaudesert, Kooralbyn and Rathdowney - Multiple Warnings - fire as at 3:21pm Sunday, 1 September 2024

Warning level: ADVICE

Warning area: Beaudesert, Kooralbyn, Rathdowney and surrounding areas

*** There are multiple warnings for this area. To see all current warnings, visit the QFD Current Bushfires and Warnings website ***

Smoke is currently affecting Beaudesert, Kooralbyn, Rathdowney and surrounding areas. This is from multiple fires burning in the area, including hazard reduction burns.

What you should do:

- Stay inside and close windows and doors.

- Keep respiratory medication close by.

- Follow your bushfire survival plan now. If you do not have a bushfire survival plan, make one on the QFD website.

- Avoid driving through smoke if you can.

- Watch out for firefighters working in the area.

- Do not fly drones around the fire. Drones affect air operations.



Impacts:

- No properties are at risk.

- Smoke can make it hard for some people to breathe.

- Smoke can make it hard to see when you are driving.

- Some roads may be closed.



Further Information:

- For all warnings, visit the QFD Current Bushfires and Warnings website.

- Follow QFD on Facebook and X.com.

- For road closures, visit the QLD Traffic website or call 13 19 40.

- Visit the Department of Environment and Science website for live air quality data.

- Find out how to get ready for a bushfire on the QFD website under Prepare - Bushfire.

Updates will be issued if the situation changes.

This warning is from Queensland Fire Department.

01/09/2024

STAY INFORMED - Tamrookum Creek - Multiple Warnings - fire as at 3:18pm Sunday, 1 September 2024

Warning level: ADVICE

Warning area: properties between Ridge Road, Yorston Road and Tamrookum Creek Road

*** There are multiple warnings for this area. To see all current warnings, visit the QFD Current Bushfires and Warnings website ***

A fire is burning between Ridge Road and Tamrookum Creek Road. It is moving towards Ridge Road. ‎

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What you should do:
- Stay informed because conditions could change:

- Check the QFD Current Bushfires and Warnings website regularly.

- Follow QFD on Facebook and X.com.

- Listen to your local radio station.

- Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.

- Decide what you will do if the bushfire gets closer.

- Follow your bushfire survival plan now. If you do not have a bushfire survival plan, make one on the QFD website.

- Decide where you and the people you live with will go. This could be with family or a friend away from the fire.

- Keep medications close by.

- Avoid smoke – stay indoors, close windows and doors, and avoid driving through smoke.

- Watch out for firefighters working in the area.

- Do not fly drones around the fire. Drones affect air operations.

- If your life is in danger, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

Impacts:
- No properties are at risk.

- Smoke can make it hard for some people to breathe.

- Smoke can make it hard to see when you are driving.

01/09/2024

FROM QLD FIRE DEPARTMENT

STAY INFORMED - Kooralbyn - fire as at 1:34pm Sunday, 1 September 2024

Warning level: ADVICE

Warning area: properties along Boomerang Drive

A fire is burning near Boomerang Drive. It is moving towards Brooks Drive. ‎

Firefighting aircraft are helping ground crews.

What you should do:
- Stay informed because conditions could change:

- Check the QFD Current Bushfires and Warnings website regularly.

- Follow QFD on Facebook and X.com.

- Listen to your local radio station.

- Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.

- Decide what you will do if the bushfire gets closer.

- Follow your bushfire survival plan now. If you do not have a bushfire survival plan, make one on the QFD website.

- Decide where you and the people you live with will go. This could be with family or a friend away from the fire.

- Keep medications close by.

- Avoid smoke – stay indoors, close windows and doors, and avoid driving through smoke.

- Watch out for firefighters working in the area.

- Do not fly drones around the fire. Drones affect air operations.

- If your life is in danger, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.


Impacts:
- No properties are at risk.

- Smoke can make it hard for some people to breathe.

- Smoke can make it hard to see when you are driving.

- Some roads may be closed.


Further Information:
- For all warnings, visit the QFD Current Bushfires and Warnings website.

- Follow QFD on Facebook and X.com.

- For road closures, visit the QLD Traffic website or call 13 19 40.

- Visit the Department of Environment and Science website for live air quality data.

- Find out how to get ready for a bushfire on the QFD website under Prepare - Bushfire.

Updates will be issued as the situation changes.

This warning is from Queensland Fire Department.

01/09/2024

FROM QUEENSLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT

AVOID SMOKE - Beaudesert and Kooralbyn - fire as at 9:04am Sunday, 1 September 2024

Warning level: ADVICE

Warning area: Beaudesert, Kooralbyn and surrounding areas

Smoke is currently affecting Beaudesert, Kooralbyn and surrounding areas. This is from multiple fires burning in the area, including hazard reduction burns.

What you should do:

- Stay inside and close windows and doors.

- Keep respiratory medication close by.

- Follow your bushfire survival plan now. If you do not have a bushfire survival plan, make one on the QFD website.

- Avoid driving through smoke if you can.

- Watch out for firefighters working in the area.

- Do not fly drones around the fire. Drones affect air operations.

30/08/2024

FROM QUEENSLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT

CANCELLATION - Kagaru (near Jimboomba) - fire as at 8:25am Saturday, 31 August 2024

Fire conditions have eased. Crews are no longer required on scene at this incident.

There will be no more warnings for this fire unless the situation changes.

This warning cancellation is from Queensland Fire Department.

Location Data:

- QFD RFCC: Regional Fire Control Centre (RFCC Brisbane)

- Councils: Logan City Council, Scenic Rim Regional Council

30/08/2024

FROM QUEENSLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT

AVOID SMOKE - Kagaru (near Jimboomba) - fire as at 3:22pm Friday, 30 August 2024

Warning level: ADVICE

Warning area: Kagaru, Cedar Grove, Gleneagle, Veresdale Scrub and surrounding areas

Smoke is currently affecting Kagaru, Cedar Grove, Gleneagle, Veresdale Scrub and surrounding areas. This is from a fire burning near Undullah Road and Brookland Road, Kagaru.

What you should do:
- Stay inside and close windows and doors.

- Keep respiratory medication close by.

- Follow your bushfire survival plan now. If you do not have a bushfire survival plan, make one on the QFD website.

- Avoid driving through smoke if you can.

- Watch out for firefighters working in the area.

- Do not fly drones around the fire. Drones affect air operations.

29/08/2024

Beaudesert Kingfishers U14 Division 1 boys have become first-time minor premiers after remaining top of the ladder, undefeated, throughout their whole season.

Coach Geoff Burr has moved on from Mustangs Brothers to coach his first season for Beaudesert Kingfishers and has since helped bring the U14s to the major finals.

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Beaudesert Kingfishers Junior and Senior Rugby League

Beaudesert Kingfishers U14 Division 1 boys have become first-time minor premiers after remaining top of the ladder, undefeated, throughout their whole season.

29/08/2024

We have a limited number of delivery runs available.

We are also looking for someone who can deliver to Brayford Estate - immediate start.

Contact us for more details.

28/08/2024

udesert Country Women’s Association (CWA) hosted their 97th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on July 25 to celebrate a year’s worth of accomplishments and their incoming committee for 2025.

The Centre was warm and welcoming with the CWA branch members from Beaudesert, Coomera, Wonglepong and Beenleigh all engaged in small talk with a cuppa and homemade sweet treats.

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27/08/2024

Expressions of interest are now open for service providers to deliver activities in the 2025 EmpowHER program.

EmpowHER 2025 aims to remove barriers for women and girls of all ages to access inclusive, low-cost, health and wellbeing activities that empower them to increase their connection to their body, mind and local community.

Applications will be open until 5.00pm Monday 23 September 2024.

You can learn more about the program and how to apply here:
https://www.scenicrim.qld.gov.au/community-culture/empowher-hiking-program

27/08/2024

Do you enjoy walking? Or would like to earn bit of extra money?

We have a few runs available delivering marketing material to Beaudesert and surrounding areas on a fortnightly basis. This is a paid position.

Call 0407 671 286 or email [email protected].

26/08/2024

Have you had your photo taken by one of our team recently? To purchase a digital or print copy of any of our photos, check out our photo gallery here.

Photo collection by Beaudesert Bulletin

26/08/2024

Our latest edition is available online, click here

25/08/2024

CANCELLATION - Rathdowney - fire as at 5:15pm Sunday, 25 August 2024

Fire conditions have eased. Crews are no longer required on scene at this incident.

There will be no more warnings for this fire unless the situation changes.

This warning cancellation is from Queensland Fire Department.

24/08/2024

Great work by local firefighters.

24/08/2024

AVOID SMOKE - Rathdowney - fire as at 4:48pm Saturday, 24 August 2024

Warning level: ADVICE

Warning area: Rathdowney and surrounding areas

Smoke is currently affecting Rathdowney and surrounding areas. This is from a fire burning near the Mount Lindesay Highway, Innisplain.

What you should do:
- Stay inside and close windows and doors.

- Keep respiratory medication close by.

- Follow your bushfire survival plan now. If you do not have a bushfire survival plan, make one on the QFD website.

- Avoid driving through smoke if you can.

- Watch out for firefighters working in the area.

- Do not fly drones around the fire. Drones affect air operations.

24/08/2024

THE future of the Agricultural Show movement in Beaudesert is in good hands, with strong entries in this year’s Show Ambassador program.

The Beaudesert Showgrounds were buzzing with anticipation as the Beaudesert Show Society unveiled the winners of the 2024 Program.

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THE future of the Agricultural Show movement in Beaudesert is in good hands, with strong entries in this year’s Show Ambassador program.

22/08/2024

THE book is not yet shut on Beaudesert Pig and Calf Saleyards after moves by Scenic Rim Mayor Tom Sharp to reopen community consultation.

It is the latest chapter in a saga dating back to 2020, when local auctioneers Hayes and Co found out Council would not renew their lease.

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THE book is not yet shut on Beaudesert Pig and Calf Saleyards after moves by Scenic Rim Mayor Tom Sharp to reopen community consultation.

20/08/2024

If dedication was a person, his name would be Clint Spence.

Not only was Clint born and bred in Beaudesert, but he has spent 47 years in his current job at Beaudesert Mitre 10 since being hired at the age of 16.

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Not only was Clint born and bred in Beaudesert, but he has spent 47 years in his current job at Beaudesert Mitre 10 since being hired at the age of 16.

18/08/2024

AN EXCHANGE of cultures gave Beaudesert State School Students and 12 high school students from Japan some unique experiences recently.

The Japanese students from the Gunma prefecture, about an hour north of Tokyo, stayed with host families in Beaudesert and attended Beaudesert State School for the week.

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AN EXCHANGE of cultures gave Beaudesert State School Students and 12 high school students from Japan some unique experiences recently.

16/08/2024

DYLAN Biggs is feeling stronger than ever after winning unanimously in what he described as his toughest battle yet against Marcus Heywood.

The Beaudesert boxer won his July 20 comeback fight at Southport Sharks in front of a vocal crowd of family and friends, with plenty of locals also tuning in from home.

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Dylan Biggs - The Beaudesert Storm

DYLAN Biggs is feeling stronger than ever after winning unanimously in what he described as his toughest battle yet against Marcus Heywood.

15/08/2024

Deliverers wanted for distribution of marketing material and newspapers.

Various runs available in Beaudesert and surrounding areas.

Please contact us for more information.

15/08/2024

We have a double pass to give away which gives entry for two people to both of these great concerts.

Simply like and share this post for your chance to win.

The winner will be announced at 4pm today, Thursday 15 August.

14/08/2024

IN A dazzling display of community spirit and heritage, Beaudesert shone brightly on Saturday, August 3, during the highly-anticipated B150 Gala Dinner.

The evening was spectacular, with the charismatic Peter Sullivan taking to the stage as the master of ceremonies, leading the festivities that honoured this milestone in Beaudesert’s history.

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Beaudesert 150th - B150 Scenic Rim Regional Council Villawood Properties Enrights Sawmill Beaudesert Rotary Club Lahey and Walker The Club Beaudesert Jon Krause MP Scott Buchholz MP VK Everydays Heit's Quality Meats Beaudesert Hotel

IN A dazzling display of community spirit and heritage, Beaudesert shone brightly on Saturday, August 3, during the highly-anticipated B150 Gala Dinner.

13/08/2024

BEAUDESERT was the overall winner of the annual Scenic Rim Netball Carnival which drew teams from Tamborine Mountain, Beechmont and Fassifern clubs to the Beaudesert home ground.

Beaudesert and District Netball Association President, Susan Wynne said it was a great day.

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Beaudesert & District Netball Association

BEAUDESERT was the overall winner of the annual Scenic Rim Netball Carnival which drew teams from Tamborine Mountain, Beechmont and Fassifern clubs to the Beaudesert home ground.

12/08/2024

An unplanned power outage is currently affecting over 1,000 people in Beaudesert and surrounding areas to the east of the township.

Residents near the corner of Eaglesfield and Boundary Streets heard two loud explosions minutes apart before they lost power. A power pole briefly caught alight but is out now.

A fire crew is at the scene and motorists are advised to avoid the area.

There have been no injuries.

For further updates regarding power see the Energex website.