Boaty ‘Snowman’ Boatfield has found another unique way to spend his winters in Stanthorpe. Born on the Granite Belt he left when he was 15 to study at Gatton College and then begin a career in the Queensland Department of Primary Industries.
After many years working in various roles he returned with his wife Paula to Stanthorpe to buy the family farm, to live and work the land while continuing his career with the Department of Agriculture and Water Resources.
Brett joined the Stanthorpe Agricultural Show Society and stepped up to the role of president always believing it is what you give back to the community will enrich the rural lifestyle he loves so much.
Approached by the Stanthorpe Chamber of Commerce to champion the Snowflakes in Stanthorpe fledgling event Brett said: “I believed the most effective way was to partner with other groups and embrace the community for a successful event”.
Snowmaker Brett is now the president of the Snowflakes in Stanthorpe committee and is the ‘Snowmaker’ again this year.
“The ice rink has already arrived and my team and I are knee deep in snow preparations,” he told Arts Scene.
Brett is very proud of the Granite Belt businesses who are sponsoring the wintry event and members of the community who have volunteered their time to make Snowflakes in Stanthorpe 2017 a snowy success again.
“We want to give the community a chance to beat the crowds and encourage them to come to the showgrounds this Thursday and Friday to try out the ice skating rink,” Brett reminded all.
“This event will be conducted every second year alternating with our Apple and Grape Festival after 2017.”
Dont miss out on your snow experience with Snowflakes in Stanthorpe this weekend. Remember it is going to be snow much fun – more details on page 10.
A sneak peek at Susan Elwood’s Tree Jumper for 2017
Susan has been spending many nights knitting and preparing her ‘Meandering’-themed entry while watching TV.
Susan’s comment on Jumpers and Jazz in July?
“I think it is great event for community, local businesses, regional tourism and is an opportunity to showcase our beautiful Southern Downs.”
Watch out for Susan’s tree sculpture from Thursday 20 July on Fitzroy Street, near the Free Times.
