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Rosie’s terrific run of comeback pennants success

FASSIFERN vigoro icon Rosie Dwyer is such a good sport she started walking from the wicket when she thought she was run out. But after being called back to bat on, the Fassi Veterans team opener was rewarded with 35 runs that effectively set up her...

Bombers efforts impress coaches preparing for bonding camp

IT’S always a positive sign of future success when a club leader is training the proverbial house down. That’s the case at the Fassifern Bombers where last year’s Reserve Grade captain Sam O’Connell has shelved retirement thoughts in a quest to enjoy more finals’ football.

Teacher’s cricket lesson keeps Bushies in hunt

THE Fassifern Bushrangers have consolidated a top three spot for the Post-Christmas finals after a tremendous all-round effort by teacher Jack Freeman. The Bushies have another shot at the competition-leading LOS Redbacks returning to Coronation...

Helping Bushies keeps Marshall connected to sport

SCENIC Rim Councillor Marshall Chalk has achieved many successes in his accomplished sporting career. He represented the Canberra Raiders in 71 NRL matches and made 13 appearances for Welsh Super League side Crusaders between 2004 and 2009. The...

Kloe welcomes ‘strategic’ pennants challenge

FASSIFERN vigoro player Kloe Gatehouse hopes being involved in the recent Queensland Club Championships provides a strategic edge for her team in this weekend’s pennants games. Kloe has been chosen in Fassi’s Senior side for Sunday’s match in...

Milford trainer’s horse happiness

RAVYN Warzecha is still in her early days as a horse trainer, but a lifelong love of animals has given her a clear awareness of what means the most to her. “I mean, everyone would love to be, you know, a Group 1-winning trainer,” said Warzecha, a recent addition to the strengthening Ipswich training ranks.

Musical Maz in tune with Fassifern tennis

NEWLY-appointed Fassifern Tennis Association (FTA) president Marion “Maz” Verrall is well known for her generosity. She often cooks for lonely people in the community, appreciating the little notes of thanks she receives for her “bickie...

Victorious Bushies brace for Lions test; Sean’s great save

THE Bushrangers are building winning momentum with some help from regular performers and a teacher returning to Boonah. Having played for the Bushies in the past, allrounder Jack Freeman returned in the latest 62-run victory over Centrals, providing...

Qld players share in rich Fassifern cricket history

QUEENSLAND Masters allrounder Graham Andrews still gains immense satisfaction playing for Fassifern. The consistent Bushrangers opening batsman and medium pace bowler regularly inspires the next generation with his performances. “It’s been great...

Fassifern cricket celebration rich in tradition

SITTING in the old grandstand at Coronation Park, Ian Pocock recalls many great memories during his time involved with the Fassifern Cricket Association (FCA). The current FCA president and former player said the grandstand used before the opening...

Bombers juniors focus on bringing community together

FASSIFERN Bombers junior rugby league officials and supporters have an added reason to celebrate being honoured with the Scenic Rim Australia Day Community Event of the Year award. Club officials are preparing for their rescheduled 50th anniversary...

Fantastic efforts revive Bushies’ Post-Christmas hopes

TWO outstanding individual efforts and a massive opening partnership provided the boost the Fassifern Bushrangers needed to remain in the Post-Christmas finals hunt. After a washout and loss to the Los Redbacks, the Bushies returned to their...

Alyssa batting on after state titles benefit

REBELS vigoro player Alyssa Gilloway displays her commitment travelling from Brisbane “pretty much every weekend that I can” to play in Boonah. However, after lining up for her club side at the recent Queensland championships, Alyssa is eager...

Bombers’ special day before 2025 kickoff

FASSIFERN Junior Rugby League Football Club president Jess Gill hopes this weekend’s rescheduled 50th anniversary celebration provides an added boost for the new season. Jess said apart from acknowledging a wonderful club milestone, Saturday’s...

‘Fassi Crew’ rise above major Qld titles challenges

IT was a near perfect finish after a “minefield” of challenges that at one stage threatened to end this year’s Queensland Senior Club Vigoro Championships. However, the Fassifern Ladies Vigoro Association (FLVA) committee and “Fassi Crew...

Bushrangers on mission to strike back after Redbacks victory

FASSIFERN Bushrangers captain Grant Harvey is banking on a run of momentum-building wins after his team fell victim to Third Division cricket rivals LOS Redbacks for the second time in weeks. The Bushrangers were bowled out for 165 in the 34th over...

Qld captain backs Fassi junior development

SKILFUL sisters Indi and Ruby Jorgensen had every reason to be proud of how they led their Fassifern teams at the latest Queensland Junior Vigoro Championships. Indi guided the Fassi under-18 side which finished runners-up to Ipswich at Coronation...

New coach Finch thrives on ‘professional’ Fassifern vibe

RESPECTED mentor Wayne Finch has kicked off a new year impressed with the “welcoming vibe” he has received coaching a country team for the first time. The former Swifts premiership-winning coach has taken over the reins of the Fassifern Bombers...

State titles revamp in Boonah due to weather

AS a leading player and official, Jan Dover is heavily involved in major vigoro competitions. The Rebels club and Fassifern representative team captain enjoys working with other dedicated volunteers ensuring the sport continues to provide quality...