74 Kallista Rd.

QUEENSLAND Rochedale South

QLD 4123
BUSHWALKERS Email qldbwc@yahoo.com
CLUB Inc. Phone No (07) 3341 7509
www.geocities.com/qldbwc
Newsletter November 2005

On the Way to Lamington Falls

Club News
Grant Acknowledgement
Recently QBW applied for a grant to seek funding in order to:

buy equipment

provide training to club members about safety while
bushwalking

better equip club members for outings

reduce risks associated with bushwalking

reduce the need for rescue type operations by
emergency services
QBW is happy to announce that this project has been proudly
funded by the Queensland Government's Gambling Community
Benefit Fund to the amount of just over $11,000.
A full list of the equipment approved for purchase is inside the
Newsletter.
The committee is now organizing how the equipment will be
stored and used on Club outings.
Christmas Party
The Christmas Party is on the 2nd to 4th December and final
details and directions on how to get there are inside the
Newsletter.
A fun time for all is guaranteed.
Walks Planning Day 22 October 2005
Sixteen people attended the walks planning day held at Dave
Kenrick’s place on this Saturday evening.
The purpose was to fill the Walks Calendar to the beginning of April
next year. There were suggestions on possible walks and
brochures available on easy graded track walks close to Brisbane.
An encouraging sign was that there were two people who came
forward to lead their first walk.
Beside the walks planning there was a BBQ with people cooking up
meat, sausages and fish plus a wide variety of salads was shared
around.
Many thanks to Dave and his wife Lynne for their hospitality.
FMR Abseiling
FMR are reintroducing abseil training for beginners.
There will be a training day for beginners for members of QBW on
January 29, 2006 08:00 AM Abseil Training at Emu Gully.
Also FMR are asking for people who are able, and are prepared to
help with instruction of beginners within their club. There will be an
abseil instructor training day for them on November 19, 2005 at
Emu Gully.
If interested you will need to contact FMR. Details inside.

Page 1 of 6
 General Information The Management Committee
Meeting Place
Club Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month at President Trevor Cox 3273 3484 (H)
the East Brisbane State School, corner of Stanley Street and Vice President Trevor Davern 0411 512 202
Wellington Road, starting at 7:30pm. Secretary Bob Gur 3345 3971 (H)
There is parking within the school grounds off Wellington Road. Treasurer Gary Woodward 3245 2695 (H)
Consult a street directory, as there are a number of one-way
streets in the area. There is also parking in Wellington Road. Outings Secretary David Kenrick 3349 8238 (H)
Tea/Coffee and cake/biscuits are provided after the meeting. A Membership Ken Walters 3344 1927 (H)
coin donation would be appreciated. Officer
Membership Editor Richard Kolarski 3341 7509 (H)
Before a visitor can go on a walk, he/she must be a Member Social Secretary Evelyn Campbell 3809 2354 (H)
(Probationary or Ordinary) or be a member of an affiliated club. Training Officer Frank Garland 3341 5207 (H)
Membership of QBW is only $20 and lasts till the end of the
Club’s financial year which is on the 30th of June each year. Other Voluntary Positions
Probationary Membership Equipment Officer Steve Moyle 3800 3963 (H)
A non-member automatically becomes a Probationary Member Supper Convenor Danuta Gur 3345 3971 (H)
on his/her first walk after signing the waiver form. There is no Federation Rep Richard Kolarski 3341 7509 (H)
fee payable to become a Probationary Member.
Federation Rep Trevor Cox 3273 3484 (H)
However a Probationary Member must become an Ordinary
Member on his/her 2nd walk by filling out a membership form FMR Rep Richard Kolarski 3341 7509 (H)
and paying the membership fee. FMR Rep Frank Garland 3341 5207 (H)
Ordinary Membership
A person may become an Ordinary Member by filling out a Campsite Monitors
membership form and handing the form to a committee Ratatat Hut Barbara Makepeace
member or walk leader and paying the $20.00 membership fee.
Running Creek Falls Richard Kolarski
An Ordinary Member has the right to vote at an AGM or be Gary Woodward
elected to a committee position. A Probationary Member has
neither of these rights. Throakban Kerry de Clauzel
Trevor Smith
Members of Another Bushwalking Club
Mt Superbus Christine & Cliff Harrison
Members of another bushwalking club affiliated with the Spicers Peak Ann Kemp
Queensland Federation of Bushwalking Clubs or another State Mt May John Brunott
Federation are covered by the same Insurance as QBW. It is
not necessary for them to become a member of our Club to go
on our walks. Editors Pic
Equipment for Hire
The Club has a backpack (suitable for use as a
day or through pack) for hire at $5.00 per week.
QBW also has some abseiling gear for use by
Club members. The gear includes ropes,
harnesses and helmets. Ring Steve.
Also any person who has surplus equipment
and would like to donate or sell to the Club,
please contact one of the Committee members
or Steve Moyle on 3800 3963.
Bivy Bag/Pack Liners for Sale
The Club has purchased a quantity of pack liners from VicWalk
suitable for through packs. They are 2 metres by 0.9 metres in
a bright orange colour. The pack liners can double as an
emergency bivy bag and have helpful information printed on
them.
They are available from the Club for $3.00 each or 2 for $5.00.
Bottoms Up
Club Shirts
The club still has a number of Club polo shirts for sale. They
are available in L, M and S size. $20.00 each Members
EPIRB Available for Members
No of financial Ordinary Members 102
The Club has purchased an EPIRB. It will be available to any
This is the number of renewals and new members since 1/7/2005
member of the Club at no charge for use on weekend or
weekday walks.
If you would like to take the EPIRB on a walk, ring 3341 7509 Comings and Goings
on where to pick up and return the EPIRB.
Steve M has recently returned from a trip to China.
Emergency Space Blankets
Judy J and Gail C are over in the Indian subcontinent doing a few
The Club has a supply of these for sale at $2.50 each. treks.

Page 2 of 6
 Special Coming Events “WALK SAFELY IN THE BUSH”
Christmas Party 2005 2–4 December 2005 PROJECT
Date Fri Night 2nd December to Sun 4th December
Location Crystal Waters Permaculture Village,
Conondale. Situated in the Sunshine Coast
Hinterland, approx. 100km north of Brisbane.
Accommodation Costs Bunkhouse (Sleeps 24, there are 4
rooms with 6 beds in each) $18 per person per night
Camping / Van Site $10 per person per night,
$5 per subsequent person per night on same campsite.
Power $1 extra per person per night.
Room for more than 20 campsites
Facilities Amenities Block with Showers and Toilets
Basic Camp Kitchen and BBQ area with shelter, bench tables
and seats, fridge, two gas burners, electric jug and fireplace. A
fire is permitted if no restrictions at the time.
There is a shop on site selling snacks, lunches, crafts and local
produce.
Please bring For Campers – All camping gear Below is the list of equipment that has been purchased:
For Bunkhouse - Bedding 6 Two Way Radios
All cooking and eating utensils 24 Navigational Compasses
All food for meals except for Saturday Dinner 34 Topographic Maps
Dinner The Saturday Dinner will be a catered meal in a 1 SUNMAP Raster CD
function room at Crystal Waters, $20 per head. BYO wine etc. 4 GPS’s
4 EPIRB’s
Bushwalking Obi Obi Gorge on Saturday with a choice of 6 STROBE lights
swim or no swim. If doing the swim section, bring gear to 250 Whistles
waterproof your back pack plus togs. 3 Trauma First Aid Kit (for base camps)
Directions For Drivers 1 Laptop Computer
1 Digital Projector
If coming from Brisbane, take the Bruce Highway north and,
1 OHP Screen
following the major road signs, turn off at Glasshouse
Mountains Road towards Landsborough (which is approx. 40 1 Colour Laser Printer
mins from the centre of Brisbane). Turn off to Landsborough,
across the railway line and then follow the signs to Maleny.
FMR Abseil Training
Drive straight through Maleny, which will take you onto the
Maleny-Kenilworth Road. Stay on this road for about 17kms as Abseil Instructor Training 19 November, 2005, 08:00 PM
it descends into the Mary River valley until you reach Aherns Place Emu Gully
Road. There is a bus shelter on the corner and a sign to Crystal
Waters. (If you arrive at Conondale, you've missed this turn and The November training day is for people who are able, and are
need to go back about 2km towards Maleny.) prepared to help with instruction of beginners within their club.
Therefore, they should have, or obtain prior to instruction, an
Turn left into Aherns Rd and go about 7km further on, (ensuring intermediate level of ability, with respect to abseiling alone. If they
you take the right hand fork, indicated by a small "Crystal have greater competence, so much the better.
Waters" sign and arrow, at Conondale Timbers saw mill) until
you reach Kilcoy Lane (second on your right) with another Each person planning on attending will need to advise FMR by
"Crystal Waters" sign under the big tree on the facing corner. return email. This is so FMR can have an appropriate number of
Instructors and adequate equipment.
Turn right into Kilcoy Lane and the Crystal Waters Village area
Also, all participants will have to sign on and off as in all FMR
is on your left, just after you cross the river.
activities, and sign an Abseil Waiver.
If you have your own gear please bring it along. You will be
encouraged to use it if it is suitable.
The replies should be forwarded to both Phil Box, FMR Training
Officer and Ron Farmer, FMR President, at:
ddownsro@bigpond.net.au
ron.farmer@uqconnect.net
Beginners Abseil Instruction 29 January, 2006 08:00 AM
Place Emu Gully
Any Club member planning on attending will need to contact FMR,
at least 3 weeks in advance.
The donation of $20 per person is expected to defray the cost of
wear and tear on gear.
If you have your own gear please bring it along. You will be allowed
to use it if it is suitable.
Replies should be forwarded to both Phil Box, FMR Training Officer
and Ron Farmer, President FMR, at the email addresses above.

Page 3 of 6

Past Walks
Lamington Falls 6 August 2005
There were seven walkers eager to come along and share with
John Brunott the experience of going to an area where he had
done two previous pre-outings in search of a spur overlooking
Lamington Falls.
We met up at Beaudesert and drove down to Stinson Park near
Christmas Creek. Here we drove along a dirt road and parked
the cars just before a steep ascent.
Chills
There was quite a steep walk up ahead to get to the Stretcher
Track and we all took it slowly. There was a very cold wind
blowing that morning and any stops we made were thus short.
It was a relief to get into the rainforest proper at the top of the
ridge and be out of the wind.
The Stretcher Track was a bit run down and in a few places we
had to skirt fallen trees or do a bit of a scout around to find
where the track continued.
On two previous occasions I had searched for a rock cairn that
marked the turnoff to Running Creek campsite from the
Stretcher Track without success. However, John was able to
lead us directly to it. Of course a photo had to be taken that this
rock cairn actually existed.
Spills
Along the way, Maria had a nasty fall tripping on a tree root and
hit her face on a log. Luckily the nosebleed, though spectacular,
was only of short duration and she was able to continue after a
short rest. A reminder to always carry a First Aid Kit plus
disposable gloves in case of any accidents.
And Thrills
John turned off the track after we reached a particular knoll and
we explored along the escarpment looking for a way to get to a
spur shown on the map. We were eventually successful and
were rewarded with spectacular views of Lamington Falls and
the valley below. It was quite enjoyable after the biting cold of
the morning to sit in the sun and have our lunch.
We did a short exploratory round the spur and could even see
Stinson Park way below us from our vantage point.
The return trip was uneventful and after reaching the cars, we
drove down a short distance towards Christmas Creek to see
the Falls and the spur we had just been to. It was amazing to
see it from a different angle and the sight was truly spectacular.
Many thanks to John for leading this walk. Richard
Canungra Creek Junction 14 August 2005
Six people met up in Canungra for the advertised walk of
Kamarun Lookout to Blue Pool. However it had been raining the
previous couple of days so it was decided to change the walk to
the junction of East and West Canungra Creek from the top of
Bull Ant Spur. The walk down from Kamarun Lookout would
have been just too dangerous.
Overhanging Rock Cave near the Junction
Page 4 of 6
We parked our cars near Duck Creek Road and began our walk
down the Spur. We made good time even though the track was
muddy and slippery in places and within 45 minutes we were at
Blue Pool. The water in the creek was low, so the creek crossing
below Blue Pool was a piece of cake.
My estimate of only six or seven crossings to the junction was
proved drastically incorrect when Muriel decided to check up on
me. Thirteen creek crossings to the junction and thirteen back! Well
at least we got some practice with our balancing skills trying to
cross the same creek over and over again without getting our boots
wet.
We followed the old track from Binna Burra to O’Reillys as much as
possible but in places the track was almost non-existent. Despite
this, we made fairly rapid progress to Stairway Falls were we
stopped for morning tea.
About an hour past Stairway Falls we reached the junction of East
and West Canungra Creek. Along the way Ken showed us the site
of an old abandoned logging camp where some corrugated iron
and posts were still present.
One of my objectives that day was to find the rock ledge beside
Canungra Creek where a group of five Club members spent an
unexpected night out in the bush. It would probably be close to the
junction but how close? Only ten minutes and 300 metres
downstream from the junction we came upon the large stony slab
had had been home for a night. This was a good time to stop and
have lunch and reminisce about that cold miserable night 4 others
and I had spent here.
Our walk back was filled with good banter about the leader's
inability to count the number of creek crossings, his apparent colour
blindness and his navigation skills. I am glad to report we all made
it back to the cars safely and in good time, even though I may have
been tempted to leave them all down in the creek.
Afternoon tea at the Alpaca Farm finished a great day.
Many thanks to my merry group of walkers. Richard
Mt Mee 14 August 2005
Mt Mee is about 90 minutes’ drive/ 60km northwest of Brisbane.
It was a great day for a walk.
The group met at the carpark next to the Somerset Trail opposite
the Gantry which is a delightful picnic area. At The Gantry you can
see the remains of the old sawmill which operated there until 1981.
Mt Mee
A quick lap around the Piccabeen Walk (1km circuit) and onto the
Somerset Trail. Noeleen, who knows this area quite well, took the
lead.
The track passes through scribbly gum forests, rainforest and dry
open forest. Halfway along the group enjoyed views to Somerset
and Wivenhoe Dams.
The track is a little steep in sections but overall a great walk.
My thanks to Noeleen for leading us on the day and to all of the
other walkers who joined us. Bob
Mt Maroon 20 August 2005
This walk was led by John Brunott at the Pilgrimage. About
thirty people had already put their names down to do Mt
Maroon the usual way, so to ease the congestion, John
volunteered to lead a second group of walkers a different way
up Mt Maroon.
We drove down to the road to the Lower Portals but then took
another turn to bring us to the southern side of Mt Maroon.
Here we did a quick car shuttle to leave one car at Drynan's Hut
as John planned on doing a circuit. This would eliminate some
of the walk back along a dirt road.
Our group consisted of bushwalkers from Toowoomba and
BOSQ plus a few from our own Club. It was an interesting day
chatting with them about their own walks and experiences.
We began along a dirt road and John was able to tell us the
history of the area. He even found a tag he had put on a tree
several years previously. Here we turned off the road and made
our way up to a ridgeline. The way up this ridge was quite steep
but eventually we made it to a cliff line with some interesting
columnar rocks.
On top of Mt Maroon
We had morning tea on top of some rocks with majestic views
to Mt Barney and Mt Lindesay. Then more walking along the
cliff line with a short rock scramble and we were at the summit.
There we met the other group of walkers who had come up the
traditional way. The weather was cold and our lunch was cut
short by the blustery wind and threatening rain clouds.
John led us down a different direction into a gully which gave us
some protection from the elements. This section was quite
interesting as it was along a creek gully with large flat rock
slabs. We had to negotiate some waterfalls along the way but
the recent dry weather made this an easy task.
We reached Paddy's Plain camping area for a welcome
afternoon tea rest stop. We passed Maroon Falls, a spectacular
drop estimated at about 35 to 40 metres high soon after
afternoon tea.
We finally reached the car left at Drynan's Hut and a quick car
shuttle brought everyone back safely to the Pilgrimage site.
Many thanks to John for leading this walk. Richard
Castle Crag 27 August 2005
This is one of my favorite walks as it has arguably the best
views from a rocky crag in the Lamington area.
We began the walk along the Border Track at O’Reillys initially
but then took a now disused track which led us to an old
logging camp. We explored a while and found some old boots,
an old well and signs of where the logging huts would have
stood.
We had morning tea at Lyre Bird Lookout with views across the
Albert River Valley to the Lost World plateau. However morning
tea had to be cut short by the piercing cold wind. We continued
along the escarpment which had many fine views.
Page 5 of 6
At Balancing Rock the NPWS have erected a barrier as a survey
found the rock to be unstable. We detoured to the north as allowed
and made our way out to the point of Castle Crag.
The views here went right to the Main Range but unfortunately
there was some haze which obscured the finer details. Lunch was
also cut short by a rain cloud passing by but fortunately it did not
give us a drenching.
Near Castle Crag
On the way back we passed the wishing tree and a metal tower
before finally having afternoon tea at O'Reillys.
Thank you to all who came along for this easy walk. Richard
Mt Superbus T/W 3-4 September 2005
With no nominations, Cliff & I had a busy weekend monitoring 3 or
4 sites under damp, misty and low cloud conditions.
Saturday we found and guided with correct directions a
disorientated group who were trying to use their new GPS.
Sites are all in excellent condition and Lyrebirds, Catbirds singing
their peaceful songs. It was more like the usual rainforest than in
other dry dusty years of monitoring.
For those who missed this trip......until next year. Christine
Karawatha Trails 18 September 2005
Not a long trip for some. Karawatha Forest is on the south side of
Brisbane near Calamvale.
On this day we had decided to meet at the Illaweena Picnic Area.
Good parking, a couple of picnic tables but no facilities.
Our first sight was a young snake making its way along the bridge.
Not bothered by us at all.
This area is well known by Wayne and we followed in his wake. We
took the track to the quarry and interested to see how much water
was there. Looked inviting – but don’t – too many car wrecks lay
hidden in it’s depths.
Winding up and down the twisting track we finally climbed up onto
the rock and had a great view of the area – just listen to that traffic.
And what a find – a great frying pan and plastic cups. Jaz should
have some fun with them.
A nice leisurely morning tea at the next rest stop and onwards.
Wayne kept a good pace and knew all the turns. Without a map
one could easily add on a few good kilometres. The group was
surprised at the number of car bodies on the track. One in
particular held our attention.
In no time we were back at the picnic area. Brunch and chat
Mike finally had his first walk with us – good on you.
Thanks to all who came along and Wayne many many thanks for a
great day and for showing us your old stomping grounds.
Bob and Danuta
.
QBW STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDING 30 JUNE 2005
2005 2004
INCOME
Membership Receipts $ 1,953.00 $ 2,525.00
Pack Liners $ 0.00 $ 15.00
Christmas Party $ 936.00 $ 0.00
Space Blanket / Bivy Bags $ 80.50 $ 0.00
$ 2,969.50 $ 2,540.00
OPERATING EXPENSES
Bank Charges $ 27.20 $ 23.00
Christmas Party $ 1,164.87 $ 278.00
Hire Hall $ 220.00 $ 66.00
Hire Equipment (EPIRB) $ 0.00 $ 30.00
Insurances - Qld Fed Bushwalking $ 1,625.00 $ 1,235.00
Legal (Incorporation Costs) $ 0.00 $ 122.00
Stationery, Postage, Copying $ 489.20 $ 405.00
Space Blankets $ 113.00 $ 0.00
Other Expenses $ 109.10 $ 0.00
$ 3,748.37 $ 2,158.00

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION AS AT 30 JUNE 2005

2005 2004
CLUB FUNDS
Accumulated Funds $ 2,055.00 $ 2,834.00
Total Club Funds $ 2,055.00 $ 2,834.00
CURRENT ASSETS
Bank of Queensland Choice A/c $ 1,834.64 $ 2,614.00
Total Current Assets $ 1,834.64 $ 2,614.00
NON CURRENT ASSETS
Property Plant & Equipment $ 220.00 $ 220.00
Total Non Current Assets $ 220.00 $ 220.00
Total Assets $ 2,055.00 $ 2,834.00
Total Liabilities $ 0.00 $ 0.00
Net Assets $ 2,055.00 $ 2,834.00

AUDITORS REPORT
Scope
I have audited the attached special purpose financial report of Queensland Bushwalkers Club Inc. for the 12 months ended 30 June
2005, comprising of Balance Sheet and Receipts and Payments Statement. The Committee is responsible for the preparation and
presentation of the financial report and the information contained therein, and has determined that the basis of accounting used is
appropriate to the needs of the members. I have conducted an independent audit of the financial report in order to express an opinion
on it to the members. No opinion is expressed as to whether the basis of accounting used is appropriate to the needs of the members.
The special purpose financial report has been prepared for distribution to the members of the Association for the purpose of fulfilling
the Committee's accountability requirements. I disclaim any assumption of responsibility for any reliance on this report or on the
financial report to which it relates, to any person other than the members, or of any purpose other than that for which it was prepared.
My audit has been conducted in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards. My procedures included examination, on a test basis,
of evidence supporting the amounts and other disclosures in the financial report, and the evaluation of significant accounting estimates.
The audit opinion expressed in this report has been formed on the above basis.
Qualification
It is not practical for Queensland Bushwalkers Club Inc. to maintain an effective system of internal control over donations and
fundraising activities until their initial entry in the bank account. Accordingly, my audit in relation to receipts was limited to amounts
deposited into the club's bank account.
Audit Opinion
In my opinion the financial report of Queensland Bushwalkers Club Inc. presents fairly the assets and liabilities at 30 June 2005 and
the income and expenditure of the club for the year then ended.
Renee Bowe CPA
26th September 2005

Page 6 of 6