Congratulations to the Marburg Firies

Marburg Firies participated in the South East Region Firefighting Championships held in Gatton on the weekend of April 18 and 19. Ten events were held showcasing their firefighting skills over two days. The team of four members had to demonstrate the drills as to how they would respond to a wide range of incidents on a daily basis. This team has been putting such a lot of effort into practicing for these events over the last few months.

Brad Dance and Nick Doyle in action

After coming second in the Regional Championships last year, their extra effort shows through with them claiming FIRST place this time, and earning them the CHAMPION FIREFIGHTING TEAM OF THE SOUTH EAST REGION. After ten events, the team claimed 8 FIRSTS and 1 THIRD placing. The team of Brad Dance (Team Captain), Nick Doyle, Glen Looker and Steve Foote will now represent their region at the QFRS State Firefighter Championships in Townsville in August.

Glen, Brad, Nick, Steve with Western Command Area Director for

South East Region Inspector David Caughley.

Marburg Show 2010

Come along next weekend to the annual Marburg Show.

It's a real country show with animals, produce, craft, food and schoolwork competitions. There are horses, great food, carnival rides, music and events all day. You won't be disappointed.

May 1 at the Marburg Showgrounds on Queen Street.

Come for a while or stay for the day.

There's even a dance in the show hall in the evening.

Upcoming Marburg Dances

Every Saturday night, people from Marburg, surrounds and even further, gather for the Marburg Dances at the Showground Hall on Queen Street. Dancing starts at 7.30. Entry is $10 for adults and includes supper, tea and coffee. Soft drinks are available at additional cost. Parking is plentiful and free.

Upcoming May dates are:

May 1st in aid of the Show Society with the Step By Step Band.

May 8th in aid of TBA with the Coachman Band.

May 15th in aid of the Show Society with Silver Beat Band.

May 22nd in aid of Prenzlau School with the Step By Step Band.

May 29th in aid of TBA with the Silver Comet Band.

Band in the Park

Band in the Park on Friday 7 May will be 'Made in Australia' .

They were to perform in March, but the performance had to be called off because of the bad weather.

Check out their website at www.madeinaustralia.com

ANZAC Day service

Marburg Anzac Service will begin at 7:30 am at the Community Centre.

It will be preceded by a short march from the Skate Park - people participating will need to be ready to assemble at 7:15 am.

This year the service will include the unveiling of a World War 1 Honour Board with the names of Marburg war dead.

Good luck to our firies!

The Marburg "firies" are competing in the SE Regional Competition in Gatton this weekend.

There are 21 teams in the competition.

Good luck to our local lads!

Upcoming Marburg Dances

Every Saturday night, people from Marburg, surrounds and even further, gather for the Marburg Dances at the Showground Hall on Queen Street. Dancing starts at 7.30. Entry is $10 for adults and includes supper, tea and coffee. Soft drinks are available at additional cost. Parking is plentiful and free.

Upcoming April dates are:

April 3rd in aid of the Show Society with the Step By Step Band.

April 10th in aid of Mt Tarampa Athletes with the Coachman Band.

April 17th in aid of the Ipswich Show Ball with Diamonds Band.

April 24th in aid of the Show Society with David "C."

Black Snake Creek Festival Dates 2010

Black Snake Creek Festival will be held on Friday, October 8 and Saturday, October 9, 2010.

Stay tuned for more details of all the events planned for these exciting two days and nights.