Traveston Dam fight leaves Mary River
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20th September 2008
Kandanga residents will take to the saddle to protest the proposed Traveston Dam.
The fight against the proposed Traveston Crossing dam leaves the banks of the Mary River for the hills behind Kandanga next month with organisers bringing back the Kandanga 1000 horse ride.
Spokeswoman Lyndall Ensbey said the ride committee had been taking calls for months from enthusiasts keen to get back in the saddle after the restrictions enforced to control the outbreak of equine influenza more than a year ago.
Hundreds of riders mingled with residents in 2006 for the inaugural trail ride hosted by the Save the Mary River Coordinating Group, but the bans on horse movements prevented the second Kandanga 1000 from being held.
This year the the event will be held on October 11, with registrations being taken on the day at the starting grounds near Kandanga Creek State School.
Riders will leave at 9am and take a scenic route though the hills of the Mary Valley, descending into Kandanga for lunch and an official ceremony, before mounting up and heading back to Kandanga Creek.
The ride will be followed by a variety concert and barbecue that evening. Camping is available.
Mrs Ensbey said the trail wound through neighbouring properties for about 15 kilometres, and provided good views of the Mary Valley, much of which will disappear under the waterline should the proposal to dam the Mary River succeed.
“This is a critical time for us, as we wait for the federal government to decide on this proposal,” Mrs Ensbey said.
The 1000 in the ride title depicts the 1000 farms and 10,000 people affected by the proposal.
Ride entry costs $5 per child and $15 per adult, which includes the concert and camping if riders want to stay on after the event.
Inquiries to Lyndall and Neville Ensbey on 5484.3697, Brett Albrecht on 5484.3532 or Robyn Young on 5484.3290.
Update on Monday, September 29, 2008 at 09:03AM by
stevem
stevem
Once again it is time for the *KANDANGA 1000* horse ride - *SATURDAY 11th OCTOBER 2008*
WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT - 1000 Horsemen and Women riding in support of THE MARY RIVER and VALLEY.
The ride starts at 9.00am sharp Saturday morning.
Then on Saturday night Country, Rock & Blues,
Licenced Bar, fully catered.
*Set up camp and spend the night…..*
See flyer for more details: http://docs.google.com/fileview?id=F.f9df9ab1-4416-4522-93fa-c1475b4a87fc
Contact: NEVILLE (07) 5484 3697, BRETT (07) 5484 3532 or
ROBYN (07) 5484 3290
WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT - 1000 Horsemen and Women riding in support of THE MARY RIVER and VALLEY.
The ride starts at 9.00am sharp Saturday morning.
Then on Saturday night Country, Rock & Blues,
Licenced Bar, fully catered.
*Set up camp and spend the night…..*
See flyer for more details: http://docs.google.com/fileview?id=F.f9df9ab1-4416-4522-93fa-c1475b4a87fc
Contact: NEVILLE (07) 5484 3697, BRETT (07) 5484 3532 or
ROBYN (07) 5484 3290
Update on Sunday, October 5, 2008 at 07:47AM by
stevem
stevem
Saddled up to ride in protest
October 04, 2008
THE Ensbey sisters, Ashleigh, Alexis and Danielle, are saddled up and eagerly awaiting the annual Kandanga 1000 horse ride hosted by Save the Mary River Co-ordinating Group.
This year, the event is set for Sunday, October 11, with registrations being taken on the day at the starting point near Kandanga Creek State School.
Riders will set off at 9am and take in a scenic route through the hills of the Mary Valley, descending into Kandanga for a catered lunch and an official ceremony, before mounting up and heading back to Kandanga Creek.
Ashleigh Ensbey said the trail wound through beautiful properties for about 15 kilometres and provided picturesque views of the Valley, much of which will disappear under the waterline, should the proposal to dam the Mary River succeed.
“This is a critical time for us, as we wait for the Federal Government to decide on this proposal,” she said.
Alexis adds the campout and concert on Saturday night is a great chance to recharge batteries and fighting spirit. Well-known locals, Brett and Glen Albrecht will provide music with support artists.
A unique piece of wood burnt art titled the Life of Mary by local talent Tim Wood will be auctioned on the night.
The Ensbey sisters along with some 450 supporters rode in the successful 2006 event but due to the equine influenza the 2007 event was cancelled.
They all agree that getting your seat in the saddle and joining with hundreds of supporters, a clear message can be sent to our state and federal governments that this dam proposal is a dumb idea for a smart state.
“We are set to lose our prime agricultural land which is nestled beside the Mary River under this dam proposal.” Danielle Ensbey said.
“Young farmers in the Valley will provide this state’s food in the future - this valley should be tomorrow’s food bowl not swamp hole.”
Ashleigh, Danielle and Alexis have been brought up on their Mary River property, taking an active interest in their parents’ cattle properties and will continue to fiercely oppose damming the Mary.
They possess strong links to their local schools and community and encourage fellow youth to step up their support in helping save the river and the precious valley.
Inquiries on the ride contact: Neville and Lyndall Ensbey 54843697, Brett and Janis Albrecht 54843532 or Robin Young 54843290.
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