April 2012

Issue No 79, April 2012

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International Women’s Day?

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Council Elections Page 12 - 13

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By Chloe Pickard Forty people gathered to watch Libby Anderson and Ben Corcoran shave their hair as part of the Leukemia Foundations’s Shave for A Cure on Saturday 17th March at the Canungra Hotel.

Both had the same motive. Their family member, Adam Craze, who suffers from a rare form of leukaemia.

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He came from Melbourne to watch them go under the razor.

Neither participant had any regrets afterwards.

Libby said that for something as important as shave for a cure, she felt losing her hair was appropriate.

“You put yourself in those peoples’ [with cancer] places,” she said.

Your lifestyle counts!

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Together, they raised over $4,500 for the Leukaemia Foundation.

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Scenic Rim Celebrates International Women’s Day

Bean In’s Sonya Van Gent was one of six guest panelists at the International Women’s Day Breakfast at The Centre, Beaudesert on Thursday 8th March.

When introducing the panelists, the host, Cr Kathy Bensted reminded guests that as recently as the 1970’s women were still expected to leave work once they got married.

The panelists encouraged younger women to follow their dreams and work in the field they are passionate about.

The theme of International Women’s Day 2012 was ‘Women

Can Do Anything’ and this is certainly true of the guest speaker at the Zonta Lunch held at Beaudesert RSL Services Club on Friday 9th March.

Animal Trainer and Canungra resident, Zellie Bullen, spoke about her experience as a stunt person and animal trainer in the film industry.

Zellie began her career at Movie World on the Gold Coast and has worked in many films including Beastmaster (where she met husband Craig), Zorro and more recently War Horse.

Although some people may

question the relevance of International Women’s Day today, it was as recently as 1902 that Australia granted women the right to vote and seek election.

Indigenous women were not granted the right to vote until 1962 when all indigenous people were given this right.

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, women comprise half of Australia’s total population (50.2 per cent in 2010).

However, women comprise less than one-third (30.1 per cent) of all parliamentarians in Australia’s parliaments.

Animal Trainer Zellie Bullen spoke at the Zonta Lunch for International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day panelists (left to right), Sonya Van Gent (Bean In), Kathryn Sowter (The Polish Place), Narelle West (Kent’s Produce), Chris Grimmet (Arts in the Olives), Arne Lange (Scenic Rim Regional Council Libraries), Gerry Gimblett (Beaudesert State School) and Cr Kathy Bensted.

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New Member for Beaudesert - Jon Krause

The State Election saw the tumbling of the Labor Government and the election of a new Member for Beaudesert, Jon Krause.

Jon has a young family and is committed to seeing the region develop and prosper.

“I am humbled by the election result on Saturday and feel privileged by the trust placed in the LNP and myself to get Queensland back on track,” said Jon. “I thank the whole Electorate for its support throughout the campaign.”

Having grown up on a dairy farm, Jon knows the impact that red tape and higher costs of living can have on people’s livelihoods.

His professional experience in law and accounting, combined with his family background and extensive community involvement, show Jon will work hard for locals.

Jon says he will work to make sure that people, not politics, power Queensland.

Jon has a keen interest in sport, and volunteers as a Rugby referee.

He is a steward of the Boonah Show Society, and regularly volunteers at other community shows and events.

Jon said the Government, led by Premier Campbell Newman, is already working hard to implement measures to get the economy back on track and cut the cost of living.

In addition, within the first 100 days of Government, fast tracked statutory regional planning to exclude CSG development in the Scenic Rim will commence.

“I have already started work in the Electorate, and will be setting up an office as soon as possible, said Jon. “I look forward to serving the Beaudesert Electorate as part of a Campbell Newman LNP Government.”

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Canungra’s History...

Written by the late Keith Page.

This was an essay written by Keith approximately 1935, aged 13 years. Keith’s wife, Dawn submitted the essay to us for publication.

Canungra, a small township situated on the Canungra Creek a tributary of the Albert River, is an ideal place for tourists. It is surrounded by mountain ranges the highest of which is Mt Misery with its grassy slopes situated on the west. On the south-eastern side Darlington Range forms the horizon and its slopes are heavily timbered. Tamborine Mountain is in the north and its slopes are also heavily timbered.

Canungra is within easy reach of Brisbane, Ipswich, Toowoomba, Southport and Beaudesert. Brisbane is only fifty miles away with a good road all the way. There are service cars running daily and the train every second day.

Southport is about thirty three miles away with an excellent road; so Canungra is within easy reach of great centres of the South Coast District.

Accommodation for tourists can be found at the up-to-date Hotel which has hot and cold water laid on, electric light and septic installed and with best cuisine.

The chief buildings of Canungra are the two mills one a hardwood mill and the other a ply mill. There are three churches the Methodist, the Catholic and the English, all of which are situated in different parts of the town.

The Station is another of the chief buildings and the Station Master is a very obliging and gentlemanly person. There are two stores in Canungra where anything required can be supplied. There are two fruit shops, a cafe and a newsagent where papers can be purchased daily. There are two butchers, both of whom supply the best of meat. The baker supplies the town with its bread.

One of the prettiest beauty spots near Canungra is the winding creek where every turn in it gives a beautiful aspect of its beauty. The shifting and the dark green foliage reflecting on the water makes a wonderful sight. The gullies that run into the creek are also very pretty with their fern laden banks and the rippling water

Keith Page with his wife, Dawn

on its way to the creek. Canungra possesses one of the most picturesque show-grounds in the South Coast District. It has a natural grandstand and the hospital is situated on top of the hill overlooking the showground. When the sun is setting the oval displays a remarkable sight with its dark green flat the white railings forming the oval, the creek running quite close to the oval on its winding course marked by the trees on the banks with the birds flitting about their branches, and back of all the steep sides of Mt Misery towering towards the clouds.

Some of the most interesting scenes are to be found on Tamborine Mountain. Laheys Lookout is well known to tourists and picnic parties who visit Tamborine Mt. Quite interesting views are to be seen from this stand which overlooks Burleigh and Southport and many other interesting scenes. Tamborine Mt is noted for its orchards and flower gardens.

Altogether there are three hotels on Tamborine Mountain where first class accommodation can be found. One is situated on the south end of the mountain the other on the north end and the

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other is situated at Eagle Heights. Inglethorpe Hotel is situated on the edge of a great gorge and the scenery looking from the Hotel is most remarkable.

Beechmont is another of the picturesque mountains. Its deep gorges heavily laden with ferns makes a wondrous sight when the sun is setting. The highest part of the mountain is two thousand feet above sea level. One of the prettiest sights on Beechmont is where the road runs along the edge of the mountain and overlooks Numinbah township. Bananas are grown in the gorges that have been cleared but there is a great lot of land that is still heavily timbered.

The boarding house of Beechmont is situated on the edge of a steep slope.

National Park is noted for its great beauty with its rugged ranges all heavily timbered.

Great waterfalls are to be found in amongst the gorges. Quite close to the falls ferns are to be found. Tracks are being cut through the scrub to the most interesting parts of the Park. O’Reillys Guest House supplies first class accommodation for tourists and picnic parties. Cars can get within a few miles of the Guest House and from there horses are supplied to the tourists to continue their journey. Beaudesert District can be seen from the winding road to the Guest House.

From the Guest House by taking short trips many wonderful and awe inspiring scenes are to be met with, scenes which rival in beauty and grandeur any of the wonderful views of the Blue Mountains, the beauty spots of New South Wales. Some visitors who are acquainted with the Blue Mountains have no hesitation in stating that our scenery here surpasses that of the Blue Mountains as it shows greater diversity of features.

Canungra is the central part of all these beauty spots and on account of its situation, its suitability for catering for tourists and picnic parties, its nearness to the great centres, its good roads and its water supply it is outstanding as the Great Tourist Resort of the South Coast of Queensland.

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Community Date Claimer April Friday 6th - Good Friday.

Sunday 8th - Easter Sunday Monday 9th - Easter Monday Monday 14th - Car Boot Sale - Canungra Childcare Centre, 24 Appel St Canungra.

Monday 16th - School Resumes Wednesday 25th - Anzac Day May 12th - Woodhill State School Market, 7am - 12noon. Ph: 0431 276 885 19th - Canungra Uniting Church Fete.

20th - Million Paws Walk, 8am. Geissman Oval, North Tamborine.

Mondays: • Canungra Hotel - Poker night.

• Canungra Hotel - Deano’s $12 Roast Night. Phone 5543 5233.

• Fitness Training Moriarty Park Hall 5.30pm. Steve 0405 103 670.

• Yoga classes. Call Shirley 5543 4047.

• Yoga with Sam. Ph: 0458 441 110.

Tuesdays: • Canungra Golf Club - Ladies’ Competition Golf Day. • Kokoda Playgroup at Kokoda Barracks Ph: Maureen 5618 6405 or Helen 0427 185 674.

• $12 Steak Night at Canungra Hotel. Book your table 5543 5233.

• Yoga classes. Call Shirley 5543 4047.

Wednesdays: • Fitness Training Moriarty Park Hall 5.30pm. Steve 0405 103 670.

• FOLKS social lunch (except public holidays) 10am-2pm Moriarty Park. Ph: 5540 1423.

• Justice of the Peace Community Signing Centre. Next to the library 1pm - 4pm.

• Bikini Girls at Canungra Hotel from 3.30pm.

• $39.90 Dinner for two at Canungra Hotel. Ph: 5543 5233.

• Yoga with Sam. Ph: 0458 441 110.

• QFRS - Auxiliary Urban Fire Service, Finch Rd, training 630pm.

Call 0409 640 471.

Thursdays: • Men’s Competition Golf Day at Canungra Golf Club.

• Members Night at Canungra RSL Services Club. Raffles, Members Draw. Ph: 5543 5524.

• Every 2nd Thursday Karaoke at Canungra Hotel from 8pm 5543 5233.

• Every 2nd Thursday Canungra Art & Culture Group. Showgrounds Art Hut. Ph: 5543 5528.

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Thursdays: • $35 pizza night at Canungra Hotel. 5543 5233.

• Kokoda Playgroup at Kokoda Barracks Call 5618 6405 or 0427 185 674 Ages 0 to 5, $2.

Fridays: • Justice of the Peace - Canungra Visitor Information Centre. Ph: 5543 Saturdays: • Mixed Competition Golf Day at Canungra Golf Club.

• Pool Competition at Canungra Hotel, $100 prizemoney.

• Seventh Day Adventist Church service 11am. Ph: 5543 8035.

Sundays: • Breakfast at Albert River Wines 8.30am ~ 10.00am Ph: 5543 6622.

• Church Services: St Luke’s Anglican Church 7.45am. Canungra Uniting Church 10.30am.

• Tamborine Mountain Local Producers Market: 8am to 12pm.

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• Cedar Creek Country Markets. Cedar Creek Hall, Chardon Bridge Rd. Ph: 0488 575 960.

• Kids Night at Canungra Hotel: Kids eat for $2. Call 5543 5233.

Monthly: • 2nd Thursday: Canungra Art & Culture Group at Showgrounds.

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• 3rd Tue: Canungra Rural Fire Brigade monthly meeting. Jamie 5543 5778.

• 1st Sun: Tamborine Village Markets, Tamborine Memorial Hall 7am-12pm.

• 2nd Sun: Tamborine Mountain Country Markets, Showgrounds 8am-2pm.

• 3rd Sun: Beechmont Markets, 8am-12pm. 0458 233 080

Easter Church Services - Canungra Uniting Church Good Friday - 6th April - 3.00pm Easter Sunday - 8th April - 10.30am Appel Street, Canungra Phone: 5541 1018

Business Women’s Encouragement Award

Sounding Out a New Bugler

By Tim D Hunt Every society has a regular set of rituals and ceremonies and each community develops particuar events to mark these occasions.

Canungra has a long association with the army and ceremonies with military connotations are a regular occurance here. On those occasions a bugle is invariably called for.

Now, it is pretty obvious that the local bugler is running out of puff! Oral surgery has affected his embouchure and latterly, eighteen months of medical treatment has left him feeling feeble. We need backup and replacement buglers!

The bugle, notionally pitched in B-flat, is expected to play up to G above the stave. This is a little above the usual range for primary school players and so we are looking for brass players from higher levels. Bugles are not expensive and they can often be borrowed. Coaching is free and no classes are necessary because calls can be sung down the phone.

A CD is available and there are heaps of non-military calls which make for fun home practice (and which do not startle the horses).

Interested? Call Tim on 5543 4859.

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‘Mumpreneur’, Leanne Conoley, was the recipient of Women at Work International’s “Young Business Women’s Encouragement Award’ at the International Woman’s Day festival held at the Gold Coast Arts Centre in March.

Leanne is at the helm of a thriving business, School Camps Qld, which teaches children of school age leadership, communication and team building in the outdoor adventure industry.

Leanne’s business acumen is based on a firm belief that ‘women are able to have it all, in regards to career, family and lifestyle’.

As a role model and mentor to young businesswomen, Leanne believes that increasing self-confidence and esteem in women in the workplace is a vital part of business planning.

“Working in an all woman work-force and empowering my employees with confidence is in turn relayed to the children we facilitate in our outdoor adventure programs,” says Leanne.

Women at Work International (WAWI) is a membership based organisation that offers networking, training and employment opportunities to women and the community.

Women At Work International’s philosophy is ‘Women who make a difference,

Leanne Conoley

make all the difference for other women.’

Leanne hopes to grow as a business leader and mentor for young women all over Australia and is available for further interviews and speaking engagements on request.

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John Bartle Remembered

Military Intelligence Museum Open to Public

By Chloe Pickard Intelligence veterans are telling their stories in the Canungra Museum of Australian Military Intelligence’s oral history project and other new displays are on the way.

The soldiers range through different intelligence fields and speak on their experiences in wars such as Vietnam and the first Gulf War. The project started in 2011, but footage will soon be available for visitors to view as well as an ANZAC Day history documentary to be shown on ANZAC Day and a PowerPoint presentation for the touchscreens.

There is an information database on Intelligence soldiers which visitors can access, as well as a library filled with

original documents and relics from past and current conflicts. An exhibit on Kokoda’s jungle warfare training centre is coming soon.

Museum Manager Captain Dennis Magennis said that he was pleased with the additions to the museum’s collection.

“It is the duty of the museum to protect and display army heritage,” he said.

All the usual exhibits are still there, with equipment such as pieces of a submarine and weapons such as a Japanese Type 92 ‘woodpecker’ Heavy machine gun on display.

The museum is open every Wednesday, the first Saturday of each month and by appointment. Admission is $5 for individuals, $10 for families and $3 for seniors.

By Chloe Pickard The Canungra Museum of Military Intelligence currently has an exhibit on Corporal John Evan Bartle, a local WW1 veteran who lived on Mount Tamborine.

Created with the help of his family, particularly his granddaughter Muriel Heath Shephard, this exhibit displays many of his personal effects such as his five medals.

Born in 1895 in Westwood, Bartle joined the army in 1915. He was a member of the 9th Battalion 1st Infantry Division of the Australian Imperial Force, which fought in the battles at places such as Ypres and Flers and took part in raids. In an attack on the Germans at Meteren, he captured an enemy machine gun and helped his platoon capture two more.

During the course of the war, Bartle was wounded four times but served until 1918 when he was shot in the stomach by a machine gun. He carried the bullet inside his body, until his death.

In total he was awarded five medals: a Distinguished Conduct Medal, a Military Medal, a 1914-1915 Star Medal, a British War Medal and a Victory Medal.

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Canungra’s ANZAC Spirit

This year is the 97th since young Australian and New Zealand soldiers established the ANZAC legend on the battlefield at Gallipoli. Nearly a century later, the tradition of ANZAC Day observance within the Canungra community continues to grow stronger.

Last year around 1,000 people gathered in DJ Smith Park in the early dawn silence to be a part of a stirring service for those who paid the supreme sacrifice. Later an estimated 1,500 locals and visitors attended the march and commemorative service that followed at the memorial.

Canungra RSL has been organising our ANZAC Day services for many decades and this year they are planning for an increase in numbers. The Dawn Service will commence at 5.30am in D J Smith Park on Wednesday April 25th.

The ANZAC Day march will step off from Canungra State School at 9.30am and travel up Christie Street for the memorial service in D J Smith Park.

Ex servicemen and women, current serving personnel, relatives of those who served, community groups and students from

Canungra State School will all be in attendance to remember those who so bravely served, suffered or made the ultimate sacrifice.

It was those young men on the Gallipoli Peninsula 97 years ago that established the ANZAC name and more importantly, the ANZAC spirit, with its ideals of courage, endurance and mateship. Ideals that are as relevant today as they were back then and can be seen in times of hardship such as cyclones, floods and bush fires.

It was 1916, the first anniversary of the Gallipoli landing, that ANZAC Day gained its official name with services in Australia, New Zealand, England and Egypt for the troops stationed there.

In the 1940s, Second World War veterans joined parades around the country. In the ensuing decades, returned servicemen and women from conflicts in Korea, Malaya, Indonesia, Vietnam, Iraq, Timor and Afghanistan have taken their place with pride.

Indicative of the growing pride in ANZAC observance, is the pilgrimage of our young people to Gallipoli to attend the Dawn Service at what has become a

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sacred memorial to courage and sacrifice.

The ideal of mateship lives on every ANZAC Day with entertainment, refreshments and traditional activities at the Canungra RSL. Following the Dawn Service, there will be a Gunfire Breakfast around 6.30am at the RSL Club, 25 Pine Street. Cost is $5 with proceeds going to charitable causes.

After the ANZAC Day march and parade, lunch and entertainment will commence at the RSL with raffles and other traditional

ANZAC Day activities. Visitors and guests are most welcome to attend on this very special day.

ANZAC DAY EVENTS Dawn Service: 5.30am D J Smith Park cnr Christie and Kidston Streets Canungra.

Gunfire Breakfast: 6.30am Canungra RSL Club. $5 entry.

Parade and March: 9.30am from Canungra State School to D J Smith Memorial Park.

Lunch and Entertainment: 11am onwards, Canungra RSL, a la carte lunch and bistro specials.

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Division 3 Candidates - Scenic Rim Council Elections Rae Hope Rae moved to Canungra in 1982, owning several small businesses. She has studied Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Physcology) and has been committed to working in the community with charity organisations including Lifeline, Redcross and Guide Dogs for the Blind.

Rae and her husband Darren, who has served in the Australian Army for 27 years, have eight children and live in Canungra. They know about juggling finances with a family and still believe in working an honest day for an honest dollar.

Rae was a councillor for Beaudesert Shire Council from 2000 - 2004 and has a passion to make all levels of government open and accountable, where residents should be represented by their elected politicians.

Rae made this decision due to overwhelming requests from residents of Canungra and Beaudesert who supported her while she was a Councillor and represented residents views by fighting for “Better Roads” “Lower Rates” and “Said NO to Politicians Pay Increases” including her own.

Rae said “We have so many politicians with good intentions but once elected they forget that they should be representing our points of view and fighting for our local issues”

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Ken May The elections are upon us once again and it’s time for us to vote on who we would like to represent our community in council.

As we approach the election, my principal issues are the same as yours, and real policies are needed.

Listed below are some of my key points which I will address on behalf of the community. Stopping coal seam gas and open cut mines, beautifying our villages, supporting crop production and farms, supporting community based groups, infrastructure upgrading, positive developments, the list goes on and for a full list please visit my website www.ken-may.com.

There are many other topics not listed here that affect our lives and with your input I will work to support the community in resolving any issues.

It’s time to breathe some new life into our Scenic Rim Regional Council. I have the enthusiasm, energy and credentials to represent our community. With your support and input over this term, together we can implement positive and tangible improvements into our region.

Geographically, Division 3 covers a large area. Irrespective of where you live, if you have any concerns or problems, as your councillor, I would only be a phone call away.

Virginia West I am proud to stand on my track record of being a team player, an essential part of being an effective councillior. I am experienced and committed to listening and taking on board the community’s views and working with fellow councillors to achieve a desired outcome for the broader community.

This term of the newly amalgamated council has been financially challenging, but we have progressed from a weak financial rating by the State government to a strong financial rating.

The next four years are the time to build on this with strong leadership and encouragement of business growth and development.

My focus is on increasing funding and improvement of roads and bridges, progression of Bromelton Industrial area which will provide the jobs and economic prosperity for our region.

My interest in health and representation on the Logan Beaudesert Health Coalition has brought grant funding to SRRC to complete the Social Plan and implement the Scenic Rim Transport initiatives, especially the monthly free bus service. I am committed to the Beaudesert Health Taskforce with its aim of restoring services to Beaudesert Hospital and also to community services with Beaucare.

Saturday 28 April 2012 - Mayoral Candidates John Brent Canungra brings together many features of the Scenic Rim in one area – farming, tourism, small business and lifestyle. As Mayor there was firstly the challenge of uniting many different communities under the new amalgamated Scenic Rim umbrella.

I believe we’ve done a good job thanks to the hard work and cooperation of most Councillors. We also tackled the big task of improving the region’s financial management. It took experience and careful judgment to change the Scenic Rim’s financial position from ‘weak’ to ‘strong’. I am proud of that achievement.

A strong local economy doesn’t happen by accident. My vision for the Scenic Rim is about creating jobs and attracting investment while protecting our lifestyle.

Then there are the nuts and bolts of local government service delivery.

Road funding has increased during my time as Mayor from $11m to $13.68m a year. Bridges funding increased by nearly a third this year.

The backlog of Development Applications has been reduced and there is more funding for environmental and community grants. The Community Plan shaped by residents holds the key to our future with ten years of works and infrastructure already programmed.

As Mayor I am always open to new ideas that take us forward. I believe that positive and progressive leadership will lead to jobs, investment and protection of our lifestyle.

Wendy Creighton Boonah businesswoman Wendy Creighton has been editing and publishing a Boonah-based newspaper for 30 years. She was born in the Scenic Rim and it is here she and her husband, Mike, chose to bring up their family of six boys.

“The Scenic Rim is changing and we all have a say in how we change.

But someone has to listen.

“I want to be the Mayor who listens to the people, and then acts.

“There is an old maxim that councils must provide roads, rates and rubbish. Well rubbish is now out of Council hands so I’d like to add an ‘R’. Respect.

“The Scenic Rim is your home.

These are your roads. These are your paddocks and backyards. You deserve respect – and a better deal for your rate dollars.

“I want to lead a Council that will put family budgets ahead of in-house empire building; a Council that will make the sustainability of ratepayers equal in importance to the sustainability of its operations.

“I promise to keep rate rises at CPI or lower. It can be done, it will be done.

“We have staked our lives here because the lifestyle is one we treasure. We don’t want our rural paradise disfigured by mining and heavy industry.

“We won’t stand for it - and I won’t lead a Council that lets that happen.”

Joy Drescher Joy Drescher had two terms as Mayor of Beaudesert Shire.

Over the past four years, she has refreshed her outlook on life with extended time spent on travelling and photography, Bush Poetry with Beaudesert Bush Bards, helping to run the Arts in the Olives Festival, joining the Beaudesert U3A Art, Art Appreciation and Self Publishing groups.

Joy also enjoys Public Speaking, being Australian President of POWERtalk for 2010/2011, dancing in all the local halls from Hillview to Veresdale, Kerry to Peak Crossing.

She and Doug support local events all over the area such as Rathdowney Heritage Festival, Arts Trails, local Markets,Rotary,CWL,CWA, The Shepherd’s Walk, The Ancient Arts Revival in Lost World Valley.

Joy will perform her own bush bard material at Wallaby Ridge Retreat on 2nd June as part of The Open Studio Trails.

Joy sees the main issues facing the Scenic Rim Regional Council as the need for all parts of the Council area to appreciate each other and to embrace their differences, the terrible state of the roads and the lack of finances and resources to improve local infrastructure.

Joy Drescher has the experience,the passion and the dedication to succeed.

She therefore seeks your support on 28th April and when elected will give you her support in making our great regional council area even better, brighter, more prosperous.

Derek Swanborough “I am convinced by what I have been hearing within the Scenic Rim region as I have gone about campaigning that the three main issues affecting the community are: Issue 1: Ratepayers want change, to fix the basics like roads and parks and toilets and mowing first.

Issue 2: Ratepayers want Council to listen to their concerns and pull in their belts like everyone else and stop the rates hikes. They want us to do more with less.

Issue 3: Ratepayers want openness and transparency, to end the secrecy, and allow Councillors to represent them in a proper functioning democracy that is responsive to community concerns, especially when it comes to managing growth in a way that doesn’t ruin their existing lifestyles.

I am quietly confident that the positive policies and changes that I will support will exceed community expectations. As a resident of Tamborine Mountain for 26 years, and one who has worked on Council for 21 years, there are few who have the qualifications, experience or local knowledge and background information that I bring to the job as a qualified Town Clerk. People can be confident that I can deliver the positive changes I promise.

There’s a definite mood for change within Scenic Rim - people simply don’t want more of the same misguided priorities and low performance for another four years.”

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By Chloe Pickard Residents of the Wonglepong area and Biddaddaba area held a public meeting on the 18th March at the corner of the roads to discuss the current state of the NerangBeaudesert Highway.

Concerns have been raised about parts of the road not being sealed and the low floodway trapping residents in or outside their homes during floods.

Examples of the road’s problems were a resident who had suffered a heart attack had to be evacuated by tractor as the ambulance could not cross the floodway. Tourists often become confused on the road as they don’t believe it is a highway.

Mr George Massam, president of the group and organiser of the meeting, said that he was pleased at the number of people who attended.

“I’m afraid something major will happen (in the area) and we won’t be able to get essential services in there”, he said.

Attending the public meeting were District One Councillor Derek Swanborough, Greens candidate Andy Grodecki, LNP candidate John Krause, Division

Three Councillor Virginia West and Division Two Councillor Richard Adams.

No commitment could be given by any of the candidates to fix the road, but they advised locals to write to their local representative about it as well as the state roads department.

The Biddaddabah Creek Action Group, formed in 1988 has been writing letters for the past 23 years to the Department Of Transport and Main Roads about the problem. Mr Massam received a letter this year from Gavin Massingham stating there was no long-term plan to seal the road.

A previous onsite meeting had been arranged on 10th March involving Mayor John Brent, LNP Candidate John Krause, Shadow Minister for Roads Mark Robinson, Councillor Virginia West, Councillor Richard Adams and Patrick Murphy, Director of Works and Infrastructure Services.

Anyone interested in taking action can contact the Biddaddabah Action Group at bcactiongroup@hotmail.com .

 Geographical Division 3 covers a large Dear Residents, I would like to take the opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Ken May, and I have lived in division 3 with my wife and family for the past 11 years. For 40 years I was involved in National Transportation Management, Farming and Small Business. At present I am currently retired. But due to the current state of our Political environment and regional legislation effecting our rural lifestyles and communities, I feel an utmost urgency to relinquish my retirement, and try my best to alter the non-productive course unfortunately we have taken.

I strongly believe that councillors work for the community and unfortunately for us, this is not happening as well as we would like it. So therefore I intend to run for councillor & represent the residents of division 3 on a full time basis: I have no distractions, commitments or a young family and I can focus 100% on representing our community needs. I am not seeking to be your councillor for monetary gain, glory or for any other reason than to give back to the community, that what it once had – and that is “representation with a purpose”.

With your support I would like the opportunity to represent all of us and our community, on all issues pertaining to our beautiful regional area. I promise if I am elected I will uphold morality and work diligently for the community, as it should be.

Yours Sincerely,

Ken May.

area. Irrespective of where you live, if you have any concerns or problems as your councillor I would only be a phone call away.

 Supporting Crop production & maintaining our food bowl.

 Beautifying our villages will not only increase tourism to our areas but will be a reflection of who we are.

 Rates, Urban Utilities, & Electricity, It is out of control & leaving us out of pocket. These charges should reflect the financial ability of our residents to pay.

 Council should support existing

businesses & encourage tourism.

Such as Bed and Breakfasts, Motels, Equestrians, Markets, & Arts & Crafts.

 Stopping coal seam gas is not just a

goal. It is in the national interest of every Australian. The consequences to our environment & farming community are devastating.

One Good Reason to Vote on April 28th 2012.

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Letters to

From My Window...

Election month again in April. This time for our local council representative and mayor.

It seems to have been a long campaign with some candidates announcing their intention to run and starting their campaigns in the middle of 2011.

Has this given voters a better indication of the policies, a chance to get to know the candidates better? Or has it merely provided fodder for the state and national media as candidates throw accusations at each other?

Let’s hope that whatever the result, we have a group of councillors who, whether they reach agreement on issues or not, can work together for the betterment of the Scenic Rim. We have given mayoral candidates and candidates in Division 3 the opportunity to introduce themselves to our readers on pages 12 and 13.

Cast your vote on Saturday 28th April 2012. Make it count and keep in mind: “Wars and elections are both too big and too small to matter in the long run. The daily work - that goes on, it adds up.” Barbara Kingsolver (American author and activist).

Dog Safe Enclosure Hi Keer, I would like to praise the council for supplying a dog safe enclosure close to Moriarty Park. I think it is tremendous and have used it on several occasions already..........my grass at home is too long and too wet to cut most days! and so to reduce the chances of a tick problem I load the dogs up and take them there.

I have bumped into others who utilise the ‘run’ also. I believe there are to be no bags however for poo pick up so a wee reminder to people to chuck in a couple of plastic bags and take their waste away. I had thought I might put up an old horse hay net with some bags in for emergencies !!

I also think we could have , in conjunction with our local vets, a young dog socialisation evening ; it is imperative in particular for dogs who are going to end up very large to be well socialised or they are just a nuisance to all.

Anyone who may be interested in this please contact Bren on 0414 435919 .

Cheers, Bren Dalby, Canungra

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the Editor Thank You to the Community Dear Editor, It has been an absolute honour to represent the Beaudesert electorate in the State Parliament and I have enjoyed every moment of the opportunity.

On behalf of my family, I want to thank the community for your support and encouragement. We love this region and we look forward to being a part of the community in a different capacity.

We must make sure a maternity ward and extra beds are allocated to the Beaudesert Hospital, that passenger rail and bus stop park and ride planning for Jimboomba and Beaudesert gets underway and that we continue to fight against coal seam gas, not just in our region but across the South East and beyond the NSW border. The adverse impacts of CSG knows no boundaries. Keep a close watch on the Bromelton State Development Area so we can make sure we don’t end up with an industrial wasteland of noxious and toxic industries.

We must also put forward our views on local council boundaries as the LNP have committed to this being undertaken which can benefit us greatly into the future. With a huge majority in the parliament, there is a real threat that the bulk of our tax dollars will be spent in the 30km radius of inner Brisbane where the majority of the state seats reside. Therefore, we must all make an effort to keep our finger on the pulse to ensure our local, state and federal pollies get results. We cannot afford to be complacent for the sake of the future of our beautiful region.

I am proud to have led a team of 76 candidates across Queensland who gathered almost 250,000 people’s primary vote across Queensland. This is just the beginning and I look forward in continuing to assist this new political force in Queensland and Australian politics.

I congratulate the incoming Member for Beaudesert, Jon Krause, and wish his family all the very best over the next three years and hope that he can forge forth and continue to represent our region without fear or favour in the parliament.

Aidan McLindon, Jimboomba Looking for Old Friends Dear Keer, My name is Wayne Mercer. I lived in Canungra untill I joined the navy at the age of 17 (I was born in 1951). My mother’s maiden name was Stringfellow, whose family I believe were among the first settlers in the valley. My reason for getting in contact with you is to try and find out if any of your readers still remember any of my friends that I went to school with,and more important if they know of there whereabouts. Their names are: Billy Edwards (or his sisters Dot, Jeany), David Hatfield, Greg Peel, Des Hill. I can be contacted on 0401 488 651 or on waymer@live.com.au Many thanks, Wayne Mercer

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Horse Put Down After Dog Attack

A vicious dog attack on her five year old thoroughbred horse has left owner/breeder, Rebecca McPherson, devastated.

‘Samson’ sustained severe injuries as a result of the attack and was subsequently put down.

Rebecca said she wants people to be aware of the risk to their livestock in the area.

“I bred this horse,” she said, “I can’t believe he is gone. The injuries were horrific.”

The attack occured on 16th March at Rebecca’s property on Lamington National Park Road where the horse was spelling before being put back into work.

A spokesperson from Canungra Veterinary Surgery said this is not an isolated incident.

“Vets have attended other dog attacks in the area over the last year or so,” she said.

Rebecca said she received advice that

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the attack is not consistent with a wild dog attack and believes that domestic dogs may have been responsible.

She asked people to be aware of strange dogs in the area and asked dog owners keep their dogs on their properties.

Scenic Rim Regional Council’s web site states that ‘The keeper of an animal must ensure that the animal is kept within the prescribed enclosure at all times unless on a leash.’

The web site further states that ‘Wild dogs are abundant and widespread throughout the Scenic Rim Region. The impact of wild dog activity has increased in the past 10 years mainly due to the increase in population.’

Although there a programs underway to control the number of pest animals, particlarly wild dogs, residents are urged to be vigilant with their livestock and pets.

Australian Pelican (Pelecanus conspicillatus) I never cease to be amazed at the incredible diversity of Australian birds. In my pursuit of the weird and wonderful, every now and again I have to remind myself of bird species that are seen everyday. One such bird is the Australian Pelican. Most Australians have crossed paths with this conspicuous bird in their lifetime. The Australian Pelican is best recognised by its bill pouch, black and white colour and large size. Immature birds have dull brown feathers instead of black. Pelicans can be seen flying at great heights and resemble a cargo plane!

Pelicans in flocks will fish together to maximise their catch. Single birds will swim stealthily to ambush fish.

Australian Pelican These birds can be seen in a range of habitats including large shallow waters, islands, estuaries and sandspits.

One of the best places to encounter a pelican is at the local boat ramp. The birds are usually present as they pick up fish scraps left by fisherman. Many people feed the birds and whilst this it not against the law, the birds are wild creatures and should be treated as such.

One of the most amazing feats of the Australian Pelican is the distance it will travel to inland Australia to breed.

This usually happens when there has been a large rainfall event inland. How the birds know when these events occur is still a mystery.

In southern Australia their breeding season runs from August to November. However, breeding may occur at any month of the year depending on inland rainfall.

The birds nest in colonies on uncovered islands. The Australian Pelican has been recorded throughout Australia, with the exception of arid areas lacking large river systems that may fill to provide suitable habitat.

I strongly encourage people to spend time with this amazing bird. Always remember to respect their space and that they may be unpredictable as all wild creatures are! Photographing these birds is a pleasure and there is a certain harmony about watching a Pelican glide through the water on a summer’s afternoon …

Community Groups Receive Over $40,000

Council has provided more than $40,000 to 28 Scenic Rim community groups in Round 3 of the 2011/12 Community Grants Program.

An additional 31 groups received in-kind support up to a value of $500.

“Council’s Community Grants Program provides assistance to community groups within the region to undertake projects and events that benefit the community,” a Council Spokesperson said.

“For Round 3, applications were received from all parts of the region including sporting, cultural, welfare youth and service organisations to deliver a range of projects and programs. In total $41,449.48 has been awarded in Round 3, with $175,000 allocated by Council to fund the four rounds of the program this financial year.

Successful applicants in the Canungra area included: • Canungra RSL Sub-Branch (purchase marquee), • Canungra Hang Gliding Club (repair landing pad), • Tamborine and District Riding Club Inc (Purchase portable round yards), • Tamborine Mountain Golf Club (purchase pesticide storage cabinet), • Tamborine Mountain Garden Club (host Springtime on the Mountain).

Applications for Round 4 of the grants program close on 11 May, 2012, with successful applicants announced in June.

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Avoca Park on Mount Tamborine is open to the public in April as part of the Open Gardens program

Open Garden on Mount Tamborine The beautiful ‘Avoca Park’ will be open to the public on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd April as part of the Open Gardens program.

A magnificent stand of liquidambars and a glorious collection of roses create a rich tapestry of colour at Avoca Park in Mount Tamborine – making Autumn the perfect season to visit and be inspired!

Since purchasing the property in 2007, garden owners Sandra and Athol McDonald have built on ‘the bones of the garden’, transforming it into something very special.

A love of roses, particularly the striking colours and heady fragrances of the French Delbards, inspired the creation of a series of stunning rose and box hedges.

The ‘Jardin Bleu’ (the Blue Garden) at the rear contains fragrant and butterfly-friendly plants, palms and ferns, providing a shady setting to relax and enjoy the view. A collection of blue pots, mosaic pieces, plaques and tables provide added texture and interest.

Other features of this delightful garden include 60 camellias, begonias in the fernery, a ‘cottage’ chook house and a small potager garden.

A selection of plants and garden mosaics will be available for purchase.

Refreshments are also available.

The garden owners’ nominated charities are the RSPCA and WSPA. Avoca Park is located at 79 – 81 Bateke Road, Mount Tamborine. It is open from 10am to 4.30pm on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd April.

Admission is $6 (under 18 free).

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School Happenings - Canungra State School - March 2012 Students of the Week - Well done to these students for setting a fine example!

28/2/12 Charlie Nicholson

6/3/12 Charlee Minett

13/3/12 Kasey Wilson

“Mrs Klupfel Tidy Class” Trophy for March 2012

Congratulations to 1A and teacher Mrs Bracey-Finch; and 1B and teacher Miss Baker 2nd March - “Kops In Kilts” A free concert by the Queensland Police Pipes and Drums Band, which has performed at numerous primary schools around Queensland, as well as in Osaka, Japan in 2008, and at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo in Scotland in 2006.

2nd March - Clean Up Schools Part of the Clean Up Australia Campaign which runs each year in the first week in March. Each class has an area of the school to work in, removing all the bits of rubbish left around.

20/3/12 Izaak Braithewaite-Evans

27/3/12 Lily Beaver

10th March - Clean Up Our Creekbank The Green Team organised a Clean Up Our Creekbank Working Bee, with a sausage sizzle afterwards to thank the volunteers for all their hard work.

There was a fantastic turn-out with 37 people helping to clear weeds, re-stake and tag new plants, and do some brushcutting.

15th March - Year 5 Go To Somerset Literature Festival Year 5 students travelled to Somerset College for the annual Literature Festival, where they met authors Leigh Hobbs and Felice Arena, and were able to have their books signed.

16th March - Interschool Sport A selection of students from Years 4-7 competed in Softball and T-Ball at St Bernard State School, and Kanga Cricket at the Long Road Sports Complex on Mt Tamborine.

20th March - Free Dress Day The first Student Council Free Dress Day for 2012 was held on Tuesday 20th March. Students were asked to make a gold coin donation to help the Cerebral Palsy League.

22nd March - Combined Senior Band Day The first Combined Band Day for the year was held at Beechmont, with our Senior Band students joining the Beechmont State School Band for practice and a concert.

23rd March - Harmony Day Since 1999 community groups such as schools have staged Harmony Day events to teach that ‘everyone belongs’. The students are encouraged to wear something orange to school, as this is the colour for Harmony Day. Students in older grades spend time with the younger students reading stories and playing games, then they eat lunch together.

25th-29th March - Queensland School State Swimming Championships Harrison Smith and Emily Hill swam at the Queensland School Sport State Swimming Championships at the Brisbane Aquatic Centre.

Harrison’s results were: 1st 200m 3rd 50m Breastroke

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School Happenings

3rd Medley Relay 100 Breastroke 4th 4th 50m Butterfly 5th 100m Freestyle 7th 50m Freestyle He has now been invited to swim for the Queensland Team at the School Sport Australia national Swimming Championships to be held at Sydney Olympic Park from July 29th – August 3rd.

Emily’s results were: 3rd 50m Freestyle Relay 9th 50m Freestyle Congratulations to both of these students for reaching this high level of achievement in their sports.

30th March - Easter Parade And Monster Easter Raffle The annual school Easter Parade allowed students to showcase their Easter creations - Easter bonnets, baskets, masks and posters. This was followed by the drawing of the P&C Monster Easter raffle, and every child in the school received an Easter egg from the P&C as well.

This was the last day of Term 1, and the children now enjoy two weeks of school holidays before returning to school on Monday, 16th April.

Please Watch Our School Over the coming two week break, please keep an eye on our school. Our grounds are only used on holidays and weekends with written permission.

Teenagers and children are not free to be in our grounds during those times. This often leads to accidental breakages and damage and occasionally to deliberate acts of vandalism.

If you see anything suspicious on our site, please call School Watch on 131788.

Telephone Scams Surge

Telstra is urging consumers to be wary of the growing number of telephone scams being reported.

New figures released by the ACCC show 52 percent of people who reported scams in 2011 said they were contacted via telephone.

Telstra Country Wide Area General Manager for Southern Queensland, Nigel Beaman, said the report demonstrated a shift in the preferred scam method, from online in 2010 to telephone in 2011.

“Scammers are using phones for ‘high volume scams’ that are delivered to a large group of people with the aim of causing a small loss to each person. Telstra is warning customers to be alert to attempts to defraud them of money or to trick them into disclosing personal information,” he said.

Common phone scams include: • Callers impersonating representatives of well-known government departments and private companies.

• Callers advising that the person’s computer is infected with a virus and requesting credit card details to fix the problem.

• Calls seeking bank details in order to process a bank fee refund or tax refund.

• Calls conducting fake surveys or scam surveys.

Tips to avoid phone scams: • Always ask for the name of the person you are speaking to and who they represent. If you’re not sure that the person on the other end of the phone is legitimate, hang up and call the organisation by using their official contact details.

• Do not share your personal, credit card or online account details over the phone unless you made the call and the phone number came from a trusted source.

• Don’t respond to text messages or missed calls that come from numbers you don’t recognise.

• Be careful of phone numbers beginning with 190. These are charged at a premium rate and can be expensive.

• If your alarm bells are ringing or you think something’s not quite right, just hang up or if it is an SMS, press delete.

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Find A Word - Easter

FoodWorks Easter Raffle

See if you can find these words relating to Easter: Sunday Rabbit Easter Chocolate Egg

Basket Bunny Hide Search Decorate

Bonnet Cross Carrot Treat Jesus

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Easter is just around the corner and to help you get into the spirit Foodworks is running their annual Easter raffle!

You receive automatic entry with any purchase of $50 or more. Once you have filled out the entry form you will be eligible to win one of the following: • 1st Prize: Foodworks Easter Basket + $100 Foodworks Voucher • 2nd Prize: Foodworks Easter Basket + $50 Foodworks voucher • 3rd Prize: Foodworks Easter Basket + $20 Foodworks Voucher We have the kids covered this Easter with a colouring competition. Collect your form instore and remember to fill out the question on the back! Return it instore for your chance to win one of three $20 Foodworks Vouchers with some yummy Easter chocolates!

Raffle and colouring competition will be drawn on the 20th April so make sure you get your entries in early!

Just for Laughs...

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You hang around and I’ll go ahead. *********** When does the alphabet only have 24 letters?

When U and I aren’t there. *********** What was the wizard’s favourite band?

ABBA-cadabra ************ What do sea monsters eat?

Fish and ships *********** What does a dentist call his X-rays?

Tooth pics! *********** Why can’t 101 dalmatians play hide –and-seek?

Because they’d get spotted! ************ What do frogs eat with their hamburgers?

French Flies ************** Patient: Doctor doctor I feel like a bell Doctor: Give me a ring when you feel better! ********** Going Bowling . . .

The family went bowling one night and brought seven-year-old Stevie for the first time.

Along with the rest of the family, Stevie laced up his bolwing shoes and then went to select a ball.

Everyone else choose one but Stevie could not make up his mind.

Ten minutes went by and finally Father said, “Stevie, just pick a ball. We don’t have all night.”

“But I can’t!” wailed Stevie, “Every ball I pick up has holes on it!”

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Muddy River

Mercury has been swimming around in the nebulous waters of Pisces, leaving you feeling a little mentally adrift. He now moves into Aries, which shifts you from being undirected, to having a rocket-fuelled determination. You will soon know if you are on course.

A slow sure shift, from traditionally circumspect crustacean, to seriously strident soldier crab, is taking place. Once you know your position is strong and true, it’s not difficult to state it, protect it and refine it. Wear this ascension of your mojo with pride. Be seen this time.

LEO (Jul 23 – Aug 22)

The Aries Sun suits you. It takes you away from simply enjoying your own presence, to putting all that you have to offer into action. Your passion to experience more of who you are, is served well by getting out there and entering the world of adventure for real. Experiment.

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Clues: Across 2 Keeping a firm hold of principles etc 8 A card game 9 Strike a blow 10 Embezzler 11 Beginners, novices 14 Supporting post of a stair rail 17 Make a choice 19 Bankrupted 20 Expose the true character of 21 A demand for payment 23 One acting for another 26 Move slowly and stealthily 29 An improvised barrier 30 Large, flightless bird, high speed runner 31 A scrap of old cloth 32 Tree of the laurel family, Nth America

GEMINI (May 21 – June 21)

CANCER (June 22 – Jul 22)

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Venus is about to leave your company, to go on her next trek around the zodiac. Before she goes, check to see if you have your love-life in order. Have you said what needs to be said?

Have you shown what needs to be shown? Have you received all that has been offered?

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It doesn’t matter how hard you push, you simply won’t be able to go beyond the limits of mother nature. She is being very clear in how she is keeping you in check. The moment you forget, the neurosis indicator goes up exponentially. Be more relaxed – less hysterical.

Mars is simply not going to leave you alone. He is doing some interesting manoeuvres in the sky, all of which add up to you being given more time to explore your adventurous streak and hone your will. Innocence has to be lost, to be regained with awareness and knowing.

LIBRA (Sept 23 – Oct 23)

Saturn is retrograde, in Libra. That means he appears to be going backwards. He’s not really. It just looks that way. The same is true of you. You might appear to be in reverse, but in actual fact you are steaming ahead. By retracing your steps, a great deepening is taking place.

SCORPIO (Oct 24 – Nov 21)

Any hesitations you might have had about getting involved, are melting like ice in the summer sun. Relationship is the real learning ground for self-awareness. On a desert island it’s possible to deceive ourselves that we know more than we do.

Pick up the mirror of love.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Life is moving you to a new stage. As Jupiter progresses through Taurus, so you get less obsessed with the details and more confident and ambitious with your projects. Self-doubt is slowly melting away, as your skill level rises. Collywobbles are happening less and less.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

Pluto is nothing if not thorough. His job is to wake us up to a true appreciation of life. Sometimes he has to jolt us from our trance of unquestioning security, to get us to really notice how gorgeous the birds, the sky, the beach and our loved ones are.

Wake without resistance.

AQUARIUS (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

As Uranus moves deeper into Aries, so any adventures you have had on the back-burner, move on to the front plate.

You are not going to be allowed the luxury of being idealistic, without those ideals being tested in reality. Initiation through action is the best kind.

PISCES (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

Neptune is now in Pisces. It has been many years since the god of the ocean has actually been in the ocean. This is a massive astrological homecoming – and you are the host. The current of your heart is stronger than any obstacle that may be put in its way. Know this.

© M.J.Dean 2011

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Weight Loss is All in the Mind Need Glass? Call Dave!

Folllowing great success with clients, hypnotherapist expert Kim Brehmer is now specialising in Virtual Gastric Band weight loss.

The program, developed in the UK by Sheila Granger, has been seen as a breakthrough in the weight loss industry.

Clients are provided with one weekly session for four weeks. During the first session, participants believe that they have undergone bariatric surgery to reduce the stomach to the size of a golf ball. The following three sessions deal with the psychological triggers that allow a person to overeat.

Feedback shows that the hypnotherapy is like ‘flicking a switch in the brain’, turning off cravings and eating only until satisfied.

The Virtual Gastric Band has received much attention in the UK, US and now in Australia, attracing people from all over the country to undergo the treatments which had a 95% success rate in trials in the UK. “I am very excited at the prospect of being able to help my clients to lose weight in this way. There is nothing magical or mystical about hypnotherapy, instead it is a method that enables a person to help themselves,” Kim said.

Sheila Granger says she is passionate about promoting the beneifts of hypnotherapy and allaying the misconceptions associated with stage hypnosis.

I believe that the ‘Virtual Gastric Band’ can revolutionise weight-loss around

Hypnotherapist Kim Brehmer

the world. I know this because I have proven its effectiveness in two trials conducted in the UK.” For more information about Virtual Gastric Banding, contact Kim Brehmer on 0458 484 322.

If you’re ever in a spot of trouble and need glass repairs or you’re just preparing your home against the elements then, give Scenic Rim Glass and Aluminium a call.

Local owner David McCabe prides himself on quality and professionalism and can revamp broken glass and replace doors quickly and with quality.

Secure your home further from pests of all kinds, with a Dave McCabe of Scenic great variety of fly and securi- Rim Glass and Aluminium ty screens, including Crimsafe products.

Scenic Rim Glass and Aluminium can also provide you with quality window and door replacements or glass replacements, as well as shower screens, mirrors, wardrobe doors and much more.

David take’s great pleasure in providing a friendly service with competitive pricing, and can give you a quote with a simple phone call.

With 11 years experience working at one of the leading Glass and Aluminium companies in Australia there is no job too big or too small.

Call Dave today on 0419 300 329.

CRAFT EXTRAVAGANZA FOR MOTHER’S DAY

There are new dates for this year’s Mothers’ Day Show. The Show will commence on Thursday 10th May running four days to 13th May 2012 at the Vonda Youngman Community Centre Main St North Tamborine 10am to 4pm each day.

Moving to the Thursday brings the show in line with the Christmas Fair so that each Show will commence on the same day - Thursday through to Sunday.

The Craft Extravaganza is in its 10th year, with the first Show held in Lloyd and Dorothy Holloway’s home in 2003.

From there the Show moved to the Show Ground Pavilion and later to the Vonda Youngman Community Centre.

The Tamborine Mountain Rural Fire Brigade

has been the principal beneficiary since the beginning although in recent years as their financial position has improved we have been able to help other Mountain organizations such as Community Care, Community Kindergarten, Defensive Driving, T M Little Theatre and J C Epidemic.

We are pleased that J C Epidemic a Christian based youth organization will be running the Crafty Café again and will provide light refreshments, sandwiches, morning and afternoon teas, Devonshire teas, coffee, cappuccino and soft drinks and we look forward to their delightful cakes.

The Show will feature the handmade craft of 50 local and South East Qld artisans and all the work will be for sale at reasonable prices.

Sick of being fat?

Feeling Uncomfortable?

Not happy with the way you look?

Hypnotherapy Expert Kim Brehmer offers hope to those needing to lose weight. With 15 years experience in helping people, Kim provides you with a safe, cost effective way to take control of your bad habits and your health. There are no negative side effects and Kim can change the way you live your life. This weight release program is for those who wish to lose a little weight or a lot.

Educate yourself on a new way of being by using the latest techniques in hypnotherapy. The Virtual Gastric Band has been seen on Sunrise, Today Tonight and other current affairs shows.

Call Kim now for information or to book and appointment on 0458484322.

Call Kim on 0458 484 322

Southport or Canungra Clinics Where Personalised Service is Guaranteed!

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Admission is free, although a gold coin donation to the Rural Fire Brigade is appreciated.

The venue has ample parking, is wheel chair friendly and credit/eftpos facilities are available.

For more information phone Dorothy 5545 2822, Mobile 0407 738 799, Email: craftextravaganza@bigpond.com

Celebration of Plant Upgrade Queensland Urban Utilities invites the local community to help celebrate the completion of a $7.2 million upgrade to the Canungra Sewage Treatment Plant at a free event on Saturday 14 April 2012. The event includes a barbecue and a tour of the plant.

The upgrade is part of Queensland Urban Utilities $3.2 billion 10-year capital works investment in water and sewerage infrastructure.

“Works were carried out with minimal disturbance to the community and have increased the capacity of the existing plant by around 60 per cent,” said Queensland Urban Utilities’ CEO, Ian Maynard.

“Upgrades to the plant took place incorporating existing structures into the new design. The use of relatively new technology using a membrane bioreactor process has increased capacity and improved discharge quality,” said Mr Maynard.

Queensland Urban Utilities provides water and sewerage services to more than 1.3 million residents across Brisbane, Ipswich, the Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim and Somerset local authority areas.

The community sausage sizzle and official opening

by Scenic Rim Mayor, Cr John Brent will be held on the grounds of the plant, on Finch Road, Canungra on Saturday 14 April, 2012.

Tours of the plant will be held from 10.45am after the official opening. As the site has limited public access, a free bus will be available to people attending. The bus will depart to the site from the corner of Christie and Finch Road, Canungra between 10-10.30am. RSVP to 1800 071 230 or email community.feedback@urbanutilities.com.au

by Friday 6th April, 2012.

Wedding

Bells

Congratulations to MaryLyn Groves and Kale Reed who were married at the Heritage Winery on Mount Tamborine on Sunday 18th March.

MaryLyn was born in the Northern Territory and is the daughter of local author, Mary Groves.

It has been a big month for Kale, who was born in Canungra.

He was featured in the 14-27 March edition of Australian Motor News. Kale is a Champion Trial Bike rider and runs the

for

MaryLyn

trial bike school here in Canungra.

The wedding was held at Mount Tambourine’s Heritage Winery. The skies cleared for the afternoon and a beautiful day was had by all.

Mary said, “It was a totally beautiful wedding introduced by our beautiful ballet dancer Ashee Barron. The bridesmaids were Jade and Caitlyn, MaryLyn’s daughters and the page boy was Brody, their son.

Best Man was Joel Reed, Kale’s brother.”

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AWL Pets of the Month

See and feel the difference with Callanetics!

The Callanetics Exercise Method offers far more than just a toned, fit, lean body.

It’s true that Callanetics will deliver astonishing, visible results in record time; however the benefits don’t end there.

The Callanetics Exercise Method works by utilising the inner most muscles of the body combined with precise, small movements consistently applied to each muscle group to rapidly sculpt and tone target areas such as arms, thighs, hips and behind and ‘saddlebags’.

While all of the visible results are speaking for themselves, you will notice profound changes within your body that feel incredible! As your alignment is restored and you begin to move with more freedom you will notice a change as your lymphatic and cardiovascular systems become more efficient. The movements and exercises practiced in Callanetics promote tissue and cell rejuvenation. The result: a powerful body full of length, movement and vitality.

Callanetics exercises are suitable for everyone, regardless of age or fitness level.

The fact that the exercises can be modified to suit people who may have injuries, be

pregnant, or want to intensify for a challenge, means that nothing can hold you back!

Tamborine Mountain Callanetics Exercise Studio is run by internationally certified instructor, Adelaide Kingsnorth. The classes are small and intimate; with every student receiving personal instruction after Adelaide has demonstrated the exercise.

This ensures each student is working in a position and a level that is suitable to their unique body.

Tamborine Mountain Callanetics studio is excited to present a weekend workshop featuring Sandra Hanna, lead instructor in the Callanetics Evolution DVD’s. The class will include slow motion movement sequences to reawaken your mind’s control of movement, flexibility and health. Proving that so many problems we accept as inevitable need never occur.

These gentle movements are all performed lying down. The workshop is on the 14th and 15th of April and spaces are limited.

So if this is your time to empower yourself and your body, join Adelaide at the Tamborine Mountain Callanetics studio.

Call 0400 071 398 to book a class.

Open Saturdays 9am - 3pm

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Moby 5324 @ AWLQ Gold Coast Rehoming Centre, Shelter Rd, Coombabah: Moby is our longest resident and we’d really love for him to find his new forever home now. He’d be happiest as part of a family, is well trained and loves praise and attention. Moby is a great size for a family and he is social with other dogs. He loves to play, swim, play ball, and can obey the basic commands with or without a treat! Moby is a Kelpie cross Staffy aged 7 months young. Moby is $240 and is already desexed, microchipped, vaccinated, wormed and flea-treated.

Lykan 8510 at AWLQ Gold Coast Rehoming Centre, Shelter Rd, Coombabah: Lykan is simply divine!

He is so big and fluffy and handsome and he knows it - He slinks around the pen like the King of his jungle!

Lykan is people friendly but can be a little unpredicable at times so wouldn’t be compatible with small children. He can play rough so plenty of toys and a decent scratching post would be great in his new home, to keep him content. Lykan is 3 years old. Lykan is $100 and is already desexed, microchipped, vaccinated, wormed and flea-treated.

If you would like to meet Moby or Lykan you will need to contact the Gold Coast Rehoming Centre on: 07 5509 9000 to see if they are still available, or visit the AWL website: www.awlqld.com.au for more information.

AWL (QLD) Shelter Road, Coombabah Ph: 5509 9000 www.awlqld.com.au

COUNCIL IN CARETAKER MODE As per the Queensland Electoral Commission guidelines Council is now in caretaker mode until after the election day on April 28th 2012 and remains so until the declaration of results.

Generally this is business as usual but certainly no major contractual or developmental decisions are permitted by Council during this period of time. I can assure residents that the day to day business of Council will continue in a responsible manner leading up to the elections.

The Local Government Elections are scheduled for Saturday April 28th with the booth at Canungra School of Arts, Pine Street being open from 8am until 6pm.

FREE BUS - SCENIC RIM TRANSPORT The service is progressing well with eight residents boarding in Canungra for the March bus which came from Beaudesert carrying over 30 passengers.

The next FREE service from Canungra to Pacific Fair is Saturday April 21st leaving at 9.30 am from D J Smith Park and returning at 3.30pm. However during April School holidays there will be a FREE bus on Thursday 5th and 12th April. For more information see the Transport website www.scenicrimtransport.com.

WATER UPDATE Recent advice to Council from South East Queensland Water Commission (SEQ Water) is they are still considering the potential options for future water security in the town and will advise in the forthcoming months of their preferred option.

A number of residents have asked me what Queensland Urban Utilities (QUU) have been doing along Coburg Road recently - they advise they have been surveying the location of water pipes and installing a Flow Meter which will assist in early detection of the water leakage, should that occur.

THANK YOU CANUNGRA RESIDENTS I would like to thank you all for your support over the last term of council. It has been a pleasure and a privilege working with the Division Three community and I look forward to a continued working relationship with you all.

CONTACT ME I am always available to talk with residents on 5540 5403 or 0407630052 or email virginia.w@scenicrim.qld. gov.au. I will be at the Canungra Library on Saturday April 7th from 9am until 11am if you wish to call in.

Angela and Brooke from Beauty and Beyond

Beauty and Beyond

A new natural range of skin care products and beauty services are available at Beauty and Beyond on Mount Tamborine.

Beauty and Beyond offer specialist advise on the best products for your skin.

Their Beautician, Jodie, discovered the Belle range of natural skin care after extensive research. The team at Beauty and Beyond are very excited about the range which includes eczema relief cream, antiaging products for all ages, cleanser, toner - everything to have your skin looking and feeling fantastic!

The Belle range is Australian made and owned, is made with no animal testing, no petrochemicals and no artificial colours or frangrances. It offers immediate improvements to skin conditions like eczema, wrinkles or teenage acne.

A skin analysis is complimentary with any skincare purchase, or only $10 to have the analysis done on its own.

In addition to the skin care products, Beauty and Beyond also offer facials, remedial and relaxation massage (including hot stone massage), waxing, eye brow and lash tinting, manicures, pedicures and ear candling. Massage training and

personal training are also available.

Brooke and Angela said all the therapists are fully qualified in their field of practice.

“People really get results from our products, “said Angela, “It is so important that people have a skin analysis done by a qualified therapist who can advise which products will work for them. This ensures their skin will respond to the treatments and products we recommend.”

Their commitment to Australian made products is demonstrated by their range of RAW soaps which are locally made and jewellery by Ghost and Lola.

Established in 2004, Ghost & Lola sculpt high fashion jewelry from rare vintage components offering glamorous and exquisitely detailed hand-crafted one-off creations.

The result is a series of directional pieces, non-conformist in vision, glamorous and feminine with a distinct contemporary edge.

Beauty and Beyond is open seven days a week. Drop in to Shop 2/136 Long Road, Eagle Heights on Mount Tamborine or phone Angela and Brooke on 5545 1444.

Note:I am an election candidate and the views expressed in this column are my own personal views

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Legal Talk Business Names Register

By Robert Friend Legal Practitioner Director Informed Conveyancing Lawyers

Attention owners of Business Names registered in Queensland. From the middle of this year a new national register of business names will open and all business names will automatically be converted to a new national business name. The national register will be run by ASIC (the Australian Securities and Investments Commission) which controls companies.

The good news is, if you presently have a business name registered in more than one State or Territory, those registrations will be merged automatically into a single national business name. Even better news is, you will be able to renew your business name registration online at a much cheaper fee — $30 for one year and $70 for three years instead of $76.35 for one year and $206.85 at the present discount rate.

Remember that a registered business name doesn’t give your business or “brand” the level of protection that a trade mark does. At least, the national register of business names will provide notice that a particular name has been registered. Registration may provide evidence to help you prevent another person or entity from using the same or a very similar name.

Now for a plea to all road users. Please keep your arms and legs inside the vehicle when you are on the road. I started legal practice as a motor vehicle accident lawyer, acting mostly for defendant insurers.

I was astounded at the number of claims for personal injuries caused by drivers (and occasionally passengers) driving with elbows, hands or arms protruding beyond the window of their car. All it takes is for a vehicle in the next lane to veer too close. The injuries are too horrific to describe.

A few days ago I drove on a busy road behind a car driven by a young lady. She drove not just with her elbow resting on the sill, but with her entire arm stuck out horizontally. I don’t know whether she was drying her

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fingernails but all it would have taken was one car or motorcycle within a mere 40 cm and she could have lost her arm. Whose fault would that have been? If you can’t look out for your own safety, who will?

Contact us at Informed Conveyancing, your local legal team, if you have any questions about business names or trade marks. We can assist you if you have a personal injury claim.

Disclaimer: This article is intended for general information only and no person should rely on its contents. Rather they should obtain legal advice from a qualified professional person. None of the publisher, author or editors are responsible for the results of any actions taken in reliance on the information in this article and expressly disclaim all or any liability, howsoever caused, arising from or in connection with this article.

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Laser Therapy Explained

By Bob Richards, All-Natural Health Care Laser Acupuncture combines the ancient art of Acupuncture with the latest in Laser technology. It is safe, painless, and non-invasive. Acupuncture needles are not necessary with this treatment, although they can be used. Laser Acupuncture has been shown to reduce swelling, reduce and eliminate pain and speed up healing. It can be used for: Arthritis and Joint Pain, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Muscle spasm, Fibromyalgia, Plantar Fascitis, Bursitis, Nerve Pain/Neuropathies, Shoulder and Rotator Cuff Pain, Sports Injuries, Migraines, Tendonitis and many other acute and chronic conditions.

Laser Acupuncture Utilises LLLT Low level laser therapy is a painless, sterile, non-evasive, drug-free treatment which is used to treat a variety of conditions. Laser therapy can be used to control pain when conventional therapies have been ineffective, or when the acceleration of healing from injuries is desired.

The theory for the creation of laser light was proposed by Albert Einstein in 1917, but not developed until 1960. It was in the late 1960’s that Professor Endre Mester of Budapest, Hungary, first reported using laser light to treat non-healing wounds and ulcers in diabetic patients. Mester’s 70% success rate in treating these wounds lead to the development of the science of what he called “laser biostimulation.”

Laser therapy is becoming known as a medical therapy that can heal wounds and fractures up to 60% faster and reduce the cost of treatment for many conditions. In the UK, LLLT has become the treatment of choice for soft tissue whiplash injuries and for the treatment of shingles.

How Does Laser Light Heal?

With the development of the laser and its special properties, using light as a treatment has gained more popularity.

This is because we can now use specific wavelengths of light and give accurately measured doses of energy directly to the appropriate treatment site, which was not possible with other light sources.

Low-level lasers supply energy to the body in the form of non-thermal photons of light. Light is transmitted through the skin’s layers (the dermis, epidermis and the subcutaneous layers under the skin).

When low level laser light waves penetrate deeply into the skin, a number of biochemical processes are believed to occur: Biostimulation, including improved • metabolism and increased cell metabolism.

• Improved blood circulation to the treated area.

• Analgesic effect (pain relieving).

• Decreased swelling.

• Stimulation of would healing.

• Helps generate new and healthy cells and tissue.

• Promotes faster wound healing.

Unlike surgical lasers, low level laser therapy units do not produce heat or damage tissue.

What to Expect Laser therapy is quite passive. There are no creams, gels or ointments that need to be applied prior to treatment.

Some patients (3-5% of those undergoing light therapy) report a slight tingling or tapping in a nerve or along a nerve pathway. Some note they are able to sense a slight feeling of warmth.

Following a laser therapy session, approximately 75-80% of patients notice an immediate improvement in their condition.

Generally, the more chronic or severe the condition, the longer it takes to respond.

If your condition does not change immediately, it may take 3-4 sessions before a dramatic or marked improvement is noted.

Cr Virginia West draws the winner of a $5,000 wedding package.

Celebrant Tania Marsh and John and Lorna of Clandulla Cottages look on.

$5,000 Wedding Package Won A Tamborine Village couple has won a $5,000 wedding package after attending the Wedding Expo at Clandulla Cottages on 24th and 25th March.

Kerry and Wayne Peterie will choose from a range of products and services in a package put together by organisers of the Wedding Expo.

“We offered the package as a door prize to everyone who came to the Expo,” said Tania Marsh, “Instead of discounts or offering something they may not use, our exhibitors offered a selection of products and services and the couple can choose up to $5,000 in value.”

A very pleased Kerry Peterie said she and Wayne had been married for 29 years and wanted to renew their vows next year. They would use the prize towards those celebrations.

The selection offered includes a wedding breakfast at Clandulla Cottages, bridal headpiece, facial and hand treatments, overnight accommodation, marriage ceremony, wedding photography package, wedding decor and lingerie.

Organisers were very happy with the Expo and say it will become an annual event.

“All the exhibitors were people we have worked with and know,” said Lorna, “Our motto is ‘our team behind your dream’ and that is what we are working towards for our couples when they get married here - making sure it is the day they have dreamed of all their lives.”

All-Natural Health Care

Canungra Valley Medical Monday by appointment and Thursday 9am-4pm

We offer: • Laser Therapy • Shiatsu Massage • Acupuncture • Reflexology • Herbal Medicine • and much more…

Mobile service available for horses, dogs and cats!

For your appointment call

0498 015 317

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CT’s Restaurant Review

Canungra RSL Services Club - Pine Street, Canungra Open: Wednesday to Sunday for lunch, Wednesday to Saturday for dinner Phone: 5543 5524 Walking in to Canungra RSL Services Club is a little like walking on to the set of ‘Cheers’ - yes, the American television show from the eighties (I believe Kirsty Alley and Ted Danson were the stars, amongst others). It really is a place where ‘where everybody knows your name’. Canungra being a small town I suppose this is only natural, but the Club is certainly a very friendly place for newcomers and locals alike, making it a great place for a meal.

The meals were served in good time, even though it was a busy night. The food was excellent - good servings and a great range of meals priced from $14 (rissoles - a blackboard special that night) ranging to $28 for a ‘surf and turf’.

We went on a Thursday, which is the ‘Members’ Night’ - the members’ lucky badge draw is held and there are raffles run on the night as well. For families, a Wednesday night would be a great option as children’s meals are free (one child meal per paying adult).

If you haven’t been to the Club for a while, or you’ve never been before, drop in, you will be pleasantly surprised.

Making 2012 Your Best Year Yet!

Procrastination

By Adele Spurgin

“The man who moves a mountain begins by carrying away small stones.” - Confucius The Procrastination Pit! Do you know how I know that, procrastination can be a torrid time waster? That not only does it create frustration and irritation, but it also ends up being very unproductive at the best of times!

Considering it took me about 3 days of “planning”, reframing and conceptualising this mini article, I can successfully say that I got caught in the throws of very common human malady, namely the nasty procrastination bug. But is there a cure I hear you ask? I think you are reading the proof that there is!

In my case the first step was to start to write and whilst doing so I asked myself two really simple, logical and easy questions: Was it so difficult when it came to the crunch to write the article?

How much time, effort and energy did I “waste” by not actually doing it?

I know my answers to those two questions now….do you know yours?

So it is with humble first hand current experience that I share this with you, so that you can cure yourself from the sniffles of procrastination once and for all.

Here are three basic yet effective remedies that can help you combat the bug: 1. DELETE – ASK : how much pain would it cause you to not get “the job” done?

2. COMMIT to DOING IT! Get the task / job off your desk. Meaning get it done. Trust me it creates momentum, and momentum creates movement and movement = energy flow. Flowing vs. Stagnation is 1st prize.

3. TIMING of ACTION - if the task is huge, get it over and done with first thing in the day! That way the rest of the day is a breeze. And that is what each day is about – enjoying the fresh breeze!

In 20 years, you will be more disappointed by what you didn’t do than by what you did. - Mark Twain If you want to make your dreams come true, the first thing you have to do is wake up. - Anon

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Local Leaders back Mayor John Brent

“John Brent understands business and has a good track record in managing the economy and finances of the Scenic Rim. What could have been a tumultuous amalgamation was handled very smoothly.

Shane O’Reilly, O’Reilly’s, Canungra

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Real leadership is about common sense and making promises you intend to keep. John Brent is a real leader.

”

Pam Hargreaves, Lillydale Farmstay, Mt Barney

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John Brent has a good influence in the local community, his direction is of great benefit to the local community.

”

Andre Morris, Co-owner Mt Tamborine Brewery, Witches Chase Cheese Co

My vision is to build a strong local economy by:

Creating local jobs ■ Attracting business investment ■ Building infrastructure and services ■ Protecting the Scenic Rim lifestyle ■

Born, raised, lived and worked in the Scenic Rim all his life. No one knows the Scenic Rim better.

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MAYOr JOHn Brent Positive & Progressive Leadership

www.john-brent.com ■ www.facebook.com/MayorJohn Brent

Authorised by J.Newbery, Highbury St, Boonah

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Vet Talk

Can You Give Fat Kat and Friend a Home?

- Caring for your Ageing Pet -

Fat Kat

with Chris Corcoran, Canungra Veterinary Clinic

Animals age much faster than humans. Dogs and cats become seniors at approximately seven years old, and horses start to show signs of ageing any time after 15 years. Large breeds of dogs would be considered seniors anytime after five years old. Oriental breeds of cats tend to age more rapidly than other breeds.

As the animal ages, body systems begin to deteriorate or degenerate.

Most of these changes can be predicted and steps can be taken to minimize their effect on your pet’s well being.

Heart disease is common in older dogs. As the pet ages, the heart valves degenerate, resulting in reduced efficiency of the hearts “pumping” action. Signs of heart failure include coughing, fatigue and reluctance or inability to exercise. Modern veterinary medications are very effective in treating heart disease in animals.

In cats, kidney disease is probably the most common problem encountered in old age.

In older animals the ability to concentrate urine and eliminate waste products decreases, resulting in increased thirst, increased urination, weight loss and occasional vomiting.

Regular blood and urine screening enables very early detection of kidney disease, and medication and dietary changes in affected animals can greatly increase longevity.

Dental disease is a major cause of teeth loss in all animals, but particularly in older animals. Bad breath and reluctance to chew food are indications of oral disease. Providing bones and dental chews from an early age helps prevent dental disease and tooth loss.

Arthritis is present in most animals in older age, especially larger breeds of dogs. Stiffness in the morning or after rest (particularly in winter) and discomfort when lying down or getting up are classic signs of joint deterioration and arthritis.

Weight control and regular arthritis medications can significantly improve the quality of life in arthritic animals.

In ageing horses, dental disease and arthritis are very common. As the horses teeth age, sharp enamel points develop on the tooth, making it painful for the horse to chew. Reduced chewing efficiency results in poor digestion, weight loss and colic.

Annual dental examination and “floating” of teeth is extremely important in horses of all ages as it provides the best opportunity to prevent teeth problems in older horses. Older horses are prone to Equine Cushing’s disease, which causes weight loss and founder/laminitis.

Please call us at Canungra Veterinary Surgery if you have any concerns or questions about your ageing pet.

Hi Everyone My name is Fat Kat. I will be 6 years old on October 26th 2012. I was adopted by my current owner from the AWL and have enjoyed a pretty good life so far.

I like older people, not really partial to children. I will tolerate a dog if I have to. I like hunting, so can help out in the winter when the mice start playing inside. I like a fairly quiet life. I have simple pleasures, like a nice couch or bed will be fine for me to sleep on. I like the Whiska’s pouches and biscuits, and prefer meal time in the morning, good start to the day. I will follow you around for a scratch a fair bit of the day, and I will be there when you come home from work. I don’t wander off too much. I do have a mate, but if you can’t take us both, it’s OK as I can learn to have all the pats.

I am really loved at the moment, and I will be sorely missed, but I know there will be someone out there that will love me, like my current owner does.

Merlot Hi Everyone My name is MERLOT and my birthday is 25th October 2006. I was also adopted by AWL, and have had a very charmed life.

I have an Alaskan Malamute who is my best friend, although I do have FAT KAT for a bit of sport also. I eat the same as FAT KAT, but I really don’t do anything unless it suits me. That includes cuddles, playing and eating.

I don’t really like children as I have had a bad experience with them, but I am the best hunter you will ever have, and it’s something that I really love doing. Size is not a problem either, I know I am little, but I make up for this in my attitude.

Why Do We Need a New Home?

We are happy with our current owner, however she has decided to live in the UK. This is unfortunate, but we am sure someone out there will be a great companion, like our owner has been for the past 5 ½ years. We are pretty independent, and while it would be great to find a home together, we are happy to go to seperate homes. If you can give us a home, please call 0417759845.

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Phone orders welcome - Phone: 5543 4660

Shop 6/40 Christie Street, Canungra - other side of the Chemist OPEN ALL THROUGH EASTER!

Accommodation

Bakery

Childcare

Bank

Cleaning

Canungra Hotel. Ph: 5543 5233 Clandulla Cottages. Ph: 5543 0900

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Advertising

Fred’s Window Cleaning

To advertise phone 07 5543 5532 Appliance Repairs

Animals, Pets and Pet Services

Horse ‘n Hound Massage Therapy Qld.

Bean In? Ph: 5543 4660 Blackbird Country Pies. Ph: 0431 091 296.

Canungra Pizza. Ph: 5543 4455 Scenic View Cafe. Ph: 5544 0106 Funky Dory Diner. Ph: 5543 5338 Canungra Hotel. Ph: 5543 5233 Albert River Wines. Ph: 5543 6622 O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyards. Ph: 5543 4011

Cabinet Making & Carpentry

Horse Massage for all Disciplines.

Injury Improve performance Reduce nervous tension.

Caring exp Horsewoman.

Antenna Installations

Free Quotes

Ph: 0427 808 341

Email: fredlutzke60@hotmail.com

Cafes and Restaurants

0412 996 613 - Naomi

Farrier - Dane Batten. Ph: 0439 765 780.

Don’t Fret Pet. Ph: 1300 30 70 21 Animal Welfare League. Ph: 5509 9000 Mountview Alpaca Farm. Ph: 5544 0106 Scenic Rim Cat Lodge. Ph: 5543 4002

Window Cleaning Screens, Tracks.

MAJOR KLEEN Carpets & Rugs Upholstery & Leather Moving Out / Bond Cleaning High Pressure Cleaning Full Car Detailing Windows Screens & Tracks Free Quotes Fully Insured

5545 4717 / 0412 991 249 “Best local service by a country smile”

Canungra Cabinets. Ph: 0408 772 593

Computers

Catering

Kellie’s Creative Cakes. Ph: 0412 713 669.

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Dentist

Electrical Contractors

Gardening and Landscaping

Beaudesert Dental Care. Ph: 5541 2411 Canungra Dental Surgery. Ph: 5543 5299

Driving School Embroidery Lee Nieuwoudt: (07) 5545 1672 alk.embroidery@gmail.com

Earthmoving

Embroidery

Add a touch of Elegance

Entertainment

Len & Kris Eames Local Franchise Owners www.partycastles.com.au

Jumping Castles from $170

Special Booking Number 21202

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Call 1300 227 853

Birthday Parties ● Vacation Care ● Schools ● Fetes ● Corporate

Floor Covering

Canungra Permaculture

For practical advice on how to achieve an environmentally sustainable lifestyle and develop your food security call nationally accredited permaculturist Mark Pickard, on 07 5543 7171 or e-mail canungra_ permaculture@hotmail.com.au Acreage Mowing. Ph: 0419 900 015 Slashing & Acreage Mowing. Leroy 0400 869 189 The Mower Man. Push behind mowing and snipping, general gardening. Ph: 5543 0480 Mulch. $25 per cubic metre. Ph: 5545 0467, 0419 646 046 6/12

Gasfitter

A-Z Gas Services Sam Cecchini

QBSA 707964

Local Licensed Gasfitter/Serviceman Mt Tamborine & Surrounding Districts Installations, repairs and servicing of: Hot Water Systems Ovens Cook Tops Heaters Caravans

Mobile: 0419 783 418

Electrical Contractors

Gardening and Landscaping

Gifts Flutterby Fantasy. Ph: 5543 5878

Glass Glass in Paradise

All Glass Repairs - Security Screens Frameless Showers - Splashbacks & Balustrades Builder & Construction Company Enquiries Welcome

Ph: 0411 227 601, 5591 8784 www.glassinparadise.com.au

Now with a factory in Canungra!

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Glass

Health and Beauty

Painter Painter: 25 years exp. Free quote. David 0401 353 373

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Pest Control

Groceries Canungra FoodWorks. Ph: 5543 4755 Joseph the Greengrocer. Ph: 5545 0700

Gym Massage Therapy with Julie Davies

Fully qualified - 13 years experience Hot Stone & Salt Glow Massage now available

Canungra Beauty & Acupuncture Ph: 07 5543 5060

Photocopying

Avon Distributor, Marj Pholi. Ph: 5543 5421 Canungra Hairdressing. Ph: 5543 5455 Yoga with Shirley. Ph: 5543 4047 Nutrimetics Consultant. Will to do fundraisers. Linda Hinchcliffe. Ph: 5543 7125 or 0434 398 079

Legal Services Lance Cordingley. Ph: 5545 1210 Informated Conveyancing Lawyers. Ph: 5543 4996.

Gutters

Kitchens

Photographs

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Bring your camera in and ask our staff to help you.

1 Lawton Lane, Canungra Phone: 5543 5532 Mechanical Health and Beauty

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SUPPLY & INSTALLATION OF ALL 2WD & 4WD EXHAUSTS, BRAKE & SUSPENSION PRODUCTS NEW CAR LOG BOOK SERVICE SUSPENSION RDA BRAKES STOCKIST PENRITE OILS EXHAUST REPAIRS FABRICATION PICK-UP AND DELIVERY AVAILABLE David Smith, Canungra resident 30 years

5548 7551

Shop 4, 2-6 Paul Crt, Jimboomba Canungra Auto Clinic. Ph: 5543 5844.

Geiger Motors. Ph: 5543 5222.

Yoga, Pilates and Massage with Sam Monday 7.15pm, Tuesday 9.30am, Wednesday 6.15pm All classes $10 Private classes – Holistic Personal Training and Massage available Contact Sam 0458 441110

Portaloo Canungra Hire. Ph: 0417 798 855, 5543 4350

Post Office

Optometrist Tamborine Mountain Optometrist. Ph: 5545 0277 Scenic Rim Optometrist. Ph: 5541 9510 Specsavers. Ph: 5541 1177 The Canungra Times, April 2012

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Power Poles

Service Station

Water

Caltex Canungra. Ph: 5543 5226 Geiger Motors. Ph: 5543 5222

Sheds KAM Constructions. BSA 1165637. Ph: 5547 7133

Signs Printing

Eagle Eye Signs. Ph: 5541 2426, 0439 788 017

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Pumps

Canungra Swimming Pool. Ph: 0437 018 518 Canungra Soccer Club. Ph: 0414 435 919

Travel Agent Travelling Places. Ph: 5545 1600

Treelopping

To advertise phone 07 5543 5532 Water Filters

Quit Smoking Joannie Wolter. Ph: 5545 0261

Real Estate Aussie Lifestyle Properties. Ph: 5543 4889, 0417 728 072 Canungra Realty. Ph: 5543 5555 Hinterland Gold Properties. Ph: 5543 4355, 0419 654 549 Jobson’s Traditional Realty. Ph: 5545 2550 Geoff Brand Real Estate. Ph: 5543 5558 Kendall Real Estate. Ph: 5545 5000

Water Tanks

Septic & Sullage

Mountain Trees. Ph: 0438 176 775

Veterinary Surgeon Canungra Veterinary Surgery. Ph: 5543 5622

Waste Management

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VACUUM PUMPING SERVICE • Pumping of septic tanks • Enviro system • Grease Traps • Sullage • Holding Tanks and commercial hourly hire

Waterproofing Waterproof 2000. Ph: 5543 7182

To advertise phone 07 5543 5532

Home - Office - Car - Machinery Tradesman with 20 year’s experience

0411 225 427

Classifieds

Private classified advertisements are free of charge and run for three months unless we are asked to remove the ad. Please send advertisements to news@canungratimes.com.au or phone 07 5543 5532.

For Sale

Wanted

44 Gallon Drums: Food Grade $20. Ph 0401 700 019.

Air conditioner: – LG single phase, in window. $100.00. Ph: 5545 3906.

Caravan: 2009 Coromal Princeton 6535. 22ft x 8ft. Island queens size bed, full ensuite, air con, 186ltr fridge/freezer, gas/electric stove-oven, rear camera, roll-out awning, full annex, ind suspenion. Travelled 2000km. Suit new buyer. $66,750. Ph: 5543 5581, 0419 758 845.

Dining Table: Oval, extendable table, timber, 6 chairs, very good condition. Doesn’t fit in new house. $175. Ph: 0417 752 714.

Ford Falcon Sedan: 2005 BF XR6 Ford Falcon Sedan. Immaculate condition. Always garaged and serviced. To be sold with roadworthy and service books. Only travelled 62,500klms.

Registered till July 2012. Ph: 5543 5581, 0419 758 845.

High Chair: Italian design, adjustable height, on castors, tray. $25. Ph: 0417 752 714.

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Collector: Wants antique bottles and fruit jars, cash paid. Call Steve 0417 897 957.

Wanted: Extension ladder. Ph: 0414 755 019.

Wanted: Tractor and dozer. Can fix if necessary.

Ph: 3201 5099.

Wanted: Whipper snipper in good working condition. Ph Mike 0414 755 019.

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Lots of Jigsaw Puzzles and Books: Cheap, assorted designs/titles. Ph: 5541 0978 anytime.

Mirrors: 1900 x 980 white frame $25, 1500 x 1100 $20 or two for $40 ono. Ph: 5545 3906.

Mushroom Compost: Get your garden ready for spring. Pick up or delivery. Ph: 0418 735 091 or 5541 3827.

Office Desk: – 1800 x 750 Utility drawer and file drawer – Grey $75 ono – 5545 3906.

Ride-On Mower: Rover Rancher ride-on mower, 13hp Briggs & Stratton engine, 38”cut, good working order, brand new battery $850 ono. Ph: 0408 530 168 or 5543 0019.

Roses: Fresh cut $10~$20/bunch 2541 Beaudesert Nerang Rd, Benobble. Ph: 0431 091 296.

Spa: Inground, 6 person, has spa cover, pump (pump end needs fixing – motor good) has a solar panel – can go above ground with a frame. $1250.00 neg – Ph: 5545 3906.

TV: – Panasonic old type in good working condition – Free pick up only. Ph: 5545 3906.

Upright Freezer: 120L good condition $90 – Ph: 5545 3906.

Wardrobe: 2 door hanging space only good condition - $50. Ph: 5545 3906.

White Cane Rocking Chair: Great condition, high back. Currently used in nursery room. $100 ono. Ph Tara 0404364989.

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Rental Properties Beechmont: European style chalet on 2 acres.

4 bed, 3 bath, magnificent views. Lawn maintenance inc in price. Available now. $640 per week.

Canungra: Queenslander on 5 acres. 4 bed + ensuite, DLUG. Strictly no pets, available now. $460 per week.

Country Cottage: Tidy 2 bedroom, spacious lounge and dining. Large workshop and garage. Amazing views, available now. Pets ok. $325 per week.

Canungra Township: 3 bed with 2 way bathroom, Fireplace, fans, verandah, views, town water. Available 18th April. $360 per week Kooralbyn: Modern home, 4 bedroom + ensuite on 1 acre. Tiled thoughout, fireplace, a/c fully fenced. Pets ok available now. $330 per week.

Maudsland: Dream Equine Property! 3 bed + ensuite, lounge, family, pot belly stove.

Rustic Tree house with kitchen, bath toilet and open plan. With balcony, set on 7.5 acres. Post n rail fencing, day yards, round yard, Town water and rain water tanks. Pets welcome, available now. $660 per week.

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For real estate sales and information see our Property Guide in the centre pages of this Canungra Times.

Businesses

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Mowing Business: Price includes commercial zero-turn/tandem trailer. All enquiries phone: 0419 900 015.

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Professional Offices: Inviting any interested persons: Application is to be sought for approval for professioanl offices/suites for daily or weekly rental in the town centre if the demand of this type is warranted. There will be ample off street parking for clients and their customers. Please phone 0419 767 090 or write for details PO Box 88, Canungra 4275.

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Alpacas for Sale: From 6 months old, various colours & ages. Delivery to Canungra & Tamborine areas included. Adults from $350 & Crias from $500. Call 5544 0106.

Baby Budgies: Many colours, $15each. Ph 0409 982 456.

Geese: Chicks to adults. From $20. 5543 7238.

Hay: Lucerne Bales $15ea. 2541 Beaudesert Nerang Road, Benobble. Ph: 0431 091 296.

Western Saddle: 16 inch. TEX TAN, TEXFLEX YOAKUM, TEXAS. Girth, saddlecloth & all weather cover included. VGC $1500. Ph: 0448 337 077.

BE YOUR OWN BOSS: The Alpaca Farm on the way to O’Reillys has an opportunity to run your own cafe. Fully setup with great potential and ideal scenic location. Regular tourist buses and weekend trade established. Rent $200p.w. plus electricity (no upfront cost except for stock at cost). Flexible lease. Call for more information: Ph 5544 0106.

BOBCAT OPERATOR WANTED: Must have 5 years experience in: *Civil Construction *Pipe laying *Laser work *Earthmoving *HR Licience *Travel anywhere. Please phone Steven on 0408943940 or email reference to csrfinch@hotmail.com.

Mortgage Broker required for new offices in Canungra and Beaudesert: Residential, Commercial, Business and Car Loans. Wages and Hours negotiable. Experience preferred.

Must have Cert IV as minimum as well as a strong customer focus and genuine desire to help people. Self motivation and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Phone Maree on 5541 1555 or email maree@securefinanceoptions.com.au.

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Items

Antique White (powder coated bunk beds) with mattresses. $200.

Dressing Table with Mirror (queen ann) white. $150.

Black wrought iron single bed. $60.

Antique wrought iron single bed. $50.

Moran Leather Recliner a little old but extremely comfy. $30.

Brown Leather 2 Seater couch (orig price $1000). $300.

Brown Leather chair & Ottoman. $120.

Cowboy Boots, U.S. Snakeskin, Ostrich Size 9 & 10. $200 a pair.

Old Wooden Desk. $20.

Wooden Desk, Brunswick Green leather top. $50.

Antique Sideboard circa 1930’s. $100.

Clairvoyant: Fern 0431 091 296.

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COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD

Listings in the Community Noticeboard are free of charge for community organisations only. Email news@canungratimes.com.au or phone 0407 671 286.

We attempt to publish each notice, subject to space restrictions, however we reserve the right to edit or omit notices.

Canungra Church Fete The Canungra Uniting Church Fete is on Saturday 19th May at the Church grounds in Appel Street, Canungra. They are seeking donations for items for stalls: cakes, plants, bric-a-brac - anything other than electrical goods would be appreciated. Items can be dropped to the church.

Phone Pam Moriarty on 5543 5245 for enquiries.

Saturdays at 11am, Sabbath School (Saturdays) 9.30am. Ph: 5543 8035 or 5541 1224.

FOLKS Respite Program FOLKS Respite Program every Wednesday 10am - 2pm (except Public Holidays) at Moriarty Park, Canungra. Do you enjoy socialising and meeting new people? Do you like sharing fine food with friends? Phone: 5540 1423. Cost: $8, bus: $2.

Justice of the Peace Joe Rye JP: available at the Community Signing Centre in the room adjoining Canungra Library on Wednesdays from 1pm - 5pm.

Faye Hines JP: available at Canungra Visitor Information Centre Fridays from 10am - 4pm.

Join the Girls from the Canungra and Tamborine Mountain Veterinary Surgery, who walk every year to support the RSPCA’s “Million Paws Walk”.

Million Paws Walk This year’s Million Paws Walk will again be held at Geissmann Sports Oval, Geissmann Street, North Tamborine (behind the North Tamborine Police Station) on Sunday 20th May. Registration starts at 8am. Walk commences at 10am. There will be two Walks, one will be 5 klms the other 2.5 klms.

A pet ambulance will be on hand to collect anyone who can not make the distance (pet and owner). Tamborine Mountain Lions Club will be catering, with their Lions Caravan. Coffee will be available. After the walk there will be activities and awards. This year is our 10th Million Paws Walk on Tamborine Mountain.

Art & Culture Group The Canungra Art & Culture Group Inc meets every second Thursday at Canungra Showgrounds Art Hut 10am-1pm for fun, friendship and participation in a craft project. $2 per person (bring a plate). Phone 5543 5528.

Church Services Canungra Uniting Church: Appel Street. Ph: 5541 1018. 1st, 2nd, 3rd Sundays 10.30am, 4th and 5th 9am. Ph: 5543 4021.

St Luke’s Church: National Park Road. Sundays at 7.45am.

Seventh Day Adventist: The Little School House, Tamborine Village.

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Markets Beechmont Country Markets: 3rd Sunday of the month 8am to 12 noon.

Beechmont Community Centre at the roundabout, Beechmont. For enquiries phone 0458 233080 or email bapacommunitycentre@gmail.com.

Collectables, Craft and Local Produce Market: Third Sunday each month. 9am to 2pm. Bearded Dragon Hotel, Tamborine Village. Enquiries phone Kym Hurst on 0427 517 563.

Seniors on the Net Free Computer Lessons for anyone in Canungra over 50 years. Basic Computer Course after which you have use of the computers and internet plus help with emails, photos, letters, etc. All free! Phone Canungra Information Centre 5543 5156.

Useful Phone Numbers Beaudesert Hospital............................................... 5541 9111 Sharp Park Camping Ground............................0409 550 745 Canungra Library...................................................5543 5791 Canungra Police Station.........................................5543 5120 Canungra School of Arts Hall................................5543 5161 Canungra Visitor Info Centre.................................5543 5156 Emergency (Fire, Police, Ambulance)..............................000 Energex (Loss of Power)...........................................136 262 Justice of the Peace - Joe Rye................................5543 5592 Scenic Rim Regional Council................................ 5540 5111 Water Enquiries (QUU 7am-7pm).............................132 657 Water - Burst Pipes and Emergencies........................132 364 RSPCA Emergency........................................ 1300 ANIMAL Wildcare Australia (wildlife rescue)......................5527 2444 Canungra: John Adkins

Snake Catchers 0438 697 512

Orchid and Foliage Society’s ‘Most Successful Show’

Canungra School of Arts Hall was awash with colour when the Beaudesert Districts Orchid and Foliage Society held its Autumn Show on the weekend of 10th and 11th March.

Organisers said it was the most successful show they have run so far, with over 160 foliage plants and 120 orchids shown and a record number of visitors through the door.

The new photography display attracted 22 entries in the Fauna section and 21 entries in the Flora section. This will be a regular addition to the Society’s shows. Organisers hope to expand the subject matter in future.

This is the Society’s 30th year, which will be celebrated at a Commemoration dinner at the Beaudesert Golf Club in April. The Society is also in the process of arranging their first bus trip of the year. Members of the public are invited to come along. For details please see the Society’s web site www.bdofs.com.

The next show is the Spring Carnival which will be held on the 22nd and 23rd September at the Canungra School of Arts Hall. This is a great opportunity to see a huge variety of orchids at their best - mark it on your calendar!

Clear vision without glasses ?

Come for a FREE Contact Lens Drive

COMMUNITY NOTICE Invitation Queensland Urban Utilities invites the local community of Canungra to celebrate the completion of the $7.2 million Canungra Sewage Treatment Plant upgrade. Please join us for the official opening by Scenic Rim Mayor Cr John Brent, which will be followed by a BBQ and tour of the upgraded plant.

Location: Canungra Sewage Treatment Plant, Finch Road.

Time: 10am–1pm Saturday, 14 April 2012.

Transport: Due to limited parking on site, a bus will be available on the corner of Christie and Finch Road from 10-10.30am to take attendees to the event. Please do not drive directly to the plant.

RSVP: Tuesday, 9 April 2012 on 1800 071 230 or community.feedback@urbanutilities.com.au For further information please contact Queensland Urban Utilities on 1800 071 230 or email community.feedback@urbanutilities.com.au ABN 86 673 835 011

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Sport

On the Green Canungra Area Golf Club

By Kim Sami Thursday Men’s Comp 01/03/12 (Monthly Medal Stroke and Putt): Winner: B Broderick (70). Runner Up – R Boardman (71) C/B. Putts: A Weidemann (23). NTP: 7th – A Weidemann, 8th – B Mills, 17th – R Boardman.

BRD: R Simeon (71), K Gear (74), G Maguire (75), B Mills (75) balls to 78.

Saturday Mixed Comp 3/03/12 (Monthly Medal – Stroke and Putt): Winner: R Bodey (65). Runner-Up: M Watson (67). Putts – R Simeon (23). NTP: 5th – D Harris, Ladies 5th – C Gunson, 7th – M Watson, 8th – K Cameron, 14th – C Spalding, 16th – C Spalding. 16th 2nd shot - K Mann.

BRD: R Simeon (68), B Broderick (69), J Beaver (70), R McAllan (70), R Hewlett (70), J McAllan (71), R Collins (72), R Jackson (72), C Spalding (72), Balls to 77.

Thursday Men’s Comp 08/03/12 (Stableford): Winner: G Hopley (41). Runner Up – R Simeon (37). NTP: 5th – J Beaver, 7th – T Mahony, 8th – J McAllan. BRD: B Broderick (36), G Maguire (36), J Beaver (36), C Spalding (34), G Talintyre (32), R Jackson (32) balls to 29.

Saturday Mixed Comp 10/03/12 (Stableford): Winner: D McGuiness (42). Runner-Up: K Mann (40). NTP: 5th – R Pickering, Ladies 8th – C Gunson, 7th – K Mann, 8th – K Cameron, 16th – R Hewlett, 17th – R Pickering, 2nd shot 7th – K Mann, 16th - K Mann. BRD: R Pickering (38), B Day (38), B Broderick (37), R Hewlett (36), R Rushbrooke (35), M Watson (35), R Collins (34), R Jackson (32), J McAllan (32), K Cameron (32), S Fletcher (32).

Thursday Men’s Comp 15/03/12 (Stableford – Secret Nine): Winner: R Jackson (20). Runner Up – K Gear (19) C/B. NTP: 5th – B Day, 7th – G Owen, 17th – G Talintyre.

BRD: G Hopley (19), D McGuiness (18), R Simeon (17), N Connolley (15), balls to 13.

Saturday Mixed Comp 17/03/12 (2 man Ambrose): Winner: Greg and Dylan Brechbuhl (62.5). Runner-Up: R McAllan and R Bodey (63.25). NTP: 5th – R Bodey, 7th – K Cameron, 8th – G Brechbuhl. BRD: M Watson and J Beaver (63.75), D Harris and G Reeves (63.75), R Simeon and S Spalding (64.75) balls to 68.75.

Wanted

All keen, active children aged 6-12

Rugby Kids Club

Invites You to come and play with us!

Aims: To build skills in Rugby, Teamwork, Respect, Enjoyment, Discipline and Sportsmanship.

Coached by: Garrick Morgan COST: Gold coin donation (towards sausage sizzle)

Come and have some fun!

Training: Tamborine Mountain Sports Centre Fridays 3.30pm - 5pm Contact: Mick Shuttle 0448 558 363 Garrick Morgan 0468 847 668 Page 40

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Canungra RSL Fishing Club

By Jennifer Dougherty The last fishing competition was held on Saturday 11th March 2012.

Competition results were: • 1st: John Dougherty - 178 points with 15 carp and 1 bass • 2nd: Tom Mahony - 143.5 points with 9 carp and 2 bass • 3rd: Jon Mahony - 92 points with 7 carp and 2 bass Jon Mahony caught the biggest carp of the day weighing 2.6kg.

Sport

Canungra Bowls Club

By Ray Hickson The Fifth Round of the Business and Community Shield was played at Canungra bowls Club on March 5th. It was another successful night with the Bees News having their first win and highest rink margin of the night

Rathdowney (1) team - Deb Dimmick, Ellie Taylor, Coral Day

Monday Night Bowls are still going well with some teams climbing the ladder, and the Hopefuls winning their first game. The winners of the night with the Highest Rink Margin were the Paper Runners with + 7.

The Bees News Team - Jodie Devlin, Paul Mahony, Bianca Minett, and Mike Lees

On 10th March the Men’s Summer Nines Competition was held at Canungra Bowls Club against Gold Coast Lawn. Gold Coast Lawn were the Winners overall with + 4.

On 12th March the First Round of the Ladies Scenic Rim Shield Competition was held at Canungra Bowls Club. Winners of the Highest Rink Margin were the Rathdowney (1) Team with + 14.

Winners with the Highest Rink Margin The Paper Runners - Pat Letcher, Shane Stevenson, Bronwyn Brown, Lyn Middleton

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Sport

CANUNGRA MEN START SEASON WITH A BANG!

By David Baker

The winning effort in the season opener on Wednesday 21st March for our newly formed men’s team gave the players and supporters plenty of heart for the coming season.

The Musgrave team was outplayed in the first half with their goalie managing to keep it scoreless at half time with coach Will Sayer pleased with our teams efforts. When Musgrave scored in the second half Canungra never dropped off and an absolute cracker of a strike from Daniel Rankin (which has to be an early contender for goal of the year ) had the scores level.

Cramp and injury were affecting many of our players but that was all forgotten when a scrambled goal by David Huynh gave Canungra a 2-1 lead which was the final score. Coach Sayer commented “they worked hard till the end even though they were stuffed”.

Please support our men’s team on the 4th and 25th April and 2nd May at 7pm at Moriarty Park where hot meals and cold drinks will be available and entertaining football will be on show.We even had a topless supporter at one goal scoring !! so who knows what could happen from here !!

Plenty of entertainment anyway I am sure!!

Canungra has managed to field a side in all age groups for Football Gold Coast small sided competition being under 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 as well as under 12 and 14 in the junior competition. As

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a club we have over 90 players registered for 2012 which is fantastic.

Many thanks to those parents, relatives and friends who have volunteered to coach and manage these sides. Without you we do not have a club and the children do not have a team .

The season starts for these teams on 13 and 14 April. Just a reminder that the draw can be found at www.goldcoastsoccer.com.au as well as the ladder for our junior teams and ground locations.

A small club like ours relies heavily on volunteers, many of whom have been working hard mowing, putting up the goals and linemarking even before a ball has been kicked. Many thanks to Layne Middis, George and Bren Dalby, Matt Boland, Glenn Googe and Pete Tiv for their efforts and Yvette Boland in endeavouring to launch a website The Canungra Hotel continues to allow the club to raffle meat trays every second Sunday arvo which allows fees to be kept to a reasonable level again this year. Anyone interested in helping out in this regard please ring Bren on 0414 435 919. It only takes an hour or two!

Sponsors are desperately sought to replace all strips this year to comply with Football Soccer requirements. Any help would be tremendous.

We are currently sponsored by Canungra Pharmacy, Town and Country Fencing and Canungra Veterinary Surgery.

Soccer Definitions: What is soccer? It has been described as a game with twenty-two players, two linesmen and 30,000 referees.

Football: A game consisting of 22 skilled players, one impartial referee, two eagle eyed referee’s assistants and one stupid ball.

Teammate: Another person that you have to dribble around.

Fans: Two sets of absusive referees.

Offside: The Bermuda Triangle area of the pitch that “innocent” players are drawn towards.

Scoring: When 11 men spontaneously start dancing and kissing, regardless of any injuries, whilst 11 others droop like wallflowers.

Striker: Faultless, overpaid, box hogging layabout who only misses the goal when he is fed a bad ball.

Defender: Player who’s function is to commit fouls just outside of the penalty area.

Ball: Round object used by referees to entice players into comitting fouls.

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New Acreage Land Release Jaraman Heights The hills around Canungra are alive with the sound of progress, as earth works commence on the exciting new acreage land release, called Jaraman Heights! The development will comprise sixteen acreage allotments of between one and two acres, many with spectacular views. This will be a nature lover’s paradise, with soaring gums and natural bush surrounding the sloping house sites on the foothills of Mount Tamborine.

Jaraman Heights is located at the end of Fenwick Road, Boyland. Boyland is a seven minute drive from Canungra and a thirty minute drive from Nerang on the

Gold Coast. Brisbane is just forty minutes from this idyllic location. Canungra has a supermarket, cafes, hotel, medical, dental, primary school and specialty stores.

With the Queensland State Government’s housing boost grant, first home buyers may be eligible to receive a $17,000 grant towards a house and land purchase in this estate.

However, to take advantage of this grant, you must secure a property before the end of April 2012. House and land packages will be available from around $420,000, whilst vacant land will start from just $199,000.

Now is the time to register your interest in this spectacular new development!

Works are expected to be completed mid April, with titles available before the end of April, which is only a few weeks away!

Imagine building your eco-friendly home amongst the gum trees in this picturesque location! With easy access to Beaudesert, Tamborine, Jimboomba, Brisbane and the Gold Coast, this is undoubtedly one of South-East Queensland’s finest locations!

For all enquiries contact Geoff Brand Real Estate on 5543 5558 or drop into their office at 37 Christie Street, Canungra.

5543 4355 M: 0419 654 549 F: 5543 4366 E: gold@hinterlandgold.com.au W: www.hinterlandgold.com.au A: Shop 1, 38 Christie Street Canungra Qld 4275

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