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Young Local Artists Shine in Statewide Competition

12th October 2016

Member for Nanango, Deb Frecklington says our region’s young artists have excelled with three works of art being chosen for the annual Farm Safety Calendar.

Mrs Frecklington said of the 500 designs submitted by school children around Queensland, it is remarkable that three of the final 12 artworks are from local students.

“I am really proud that students from Crawford State School, Kingaroy State School and Cooyar State School will have their artworks printed in this popular calendar,” Mrs Frecklington said.

“They will each receive a $250 voucher and the school also wins $500. Their pictures illustrate various farm safety messages including water safety, electrical safety and riding horses. I’d like to congratulate the following winners:

  • Shazia Karen, Grade 2 – Crawford State School
  • Zara, Grade 1 – Kingaroy State School
  • Gabrielle, Grade 4 – Cooyar State School

“Farm safety is so important, and with our region relying heavily on the agricultural sector, it’s wonderful that our students can share their knowledge and understanding of keeping safe on the farm,” Deb said.