Canungra Times April 2021

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LOCAL NEWS

Saving ‘Canungra’s Dog’

It was a social media post that galvanised a community - a dog abandoned on Upper Coomera Road, thin and distressed.

Over the course of almost two weeks, locals put out food and water for the Neo Mastiff cross who looked at first like she might have recently had pups.

She was first seen on 3rd March running down Upper Coomera Road after being dumped out of a white van.

The driver who saw the dog running down the road wasn’t able to stop but alerted people on Canungra & Surrounds Community Facebook page when he realised what he had witnessed.

She was quickly named ‘Kit’ by self confessed ‘crazy dog lady’, Cameron Arnold because, Cameron says, she was like a cat on a hot tin roof.

“Cat became Kitten, then Kit,” said Cameron.

A team of several locals left food and water for the dog, but were unable to get near her.

“I sat with her until 1.30am,” said Cameron.

“She got used to me, but once I tried to approach her she got fear aggressive.”

Cameron said over the course of a week, Kit started to trust the people who were looking out for her, but they weren’t able to catch her, despite traps being set.

“It was absolutely insane trying to get hold of her. The first night I went to try to get her, I underestimated what it would take. I thought we’d take some treats and it would be fine.”

“We arrived 4.30pm and were there till 3am the next morning, then went back at 7am.”

“She was absolutely terrified of people.”

“People were leaving food and a bed. Taqwa De La Warr and Nicole Gassner were going up there spending time with her.”

Finally on Sunday night, Joanne and Sarah Linsley managed to coax her up their driveway and get a leash on her.

They contacted Cameron to come and collect her, but getting her in the

car was more difficult than they thought.

“When we approached her back end to try to lift her in she was very scared, she hasn’t had a good time of it,” said Cameron.

Finally, they managed to coax Kit into the car and she is starting to settle in at Cameron’s home.

A veterinarian assessment has been carried out and, while she was microchipped, there was no address attached to the microchip.

Canungra Hardware are collecting donations for Kit’s care. Cameron said one of the first things will be desexing.

“I’ve been overwhelmed by people wanting to help and trying to find out what they can do. She looks like she has had multiple litters of puppies.

Kit is still nervous but is starting to come out of her shell.

She will be given time to recover at Cameron’s home before a suitable home is found, until then she will be Canungra’s dog.

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Chris Duncan

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It’s not every day you do an interview driving to the Coast to adopt a cat (or two). When I explained to Chris that I wanted to talk about something unusual about him, I didn’t expect him to say “Well, I died”. So what is it like to have an organ transplant, die and get better again?

We’ve done articles about your kidney and pancreas transplant, but now you tell me you actually died last year!

What was it like to die?

Really boring.

Do you remember anything? Is there a light at the end of the tunnel?

You know that scene in Harry Potter when Harry dies and he goes to the train station and meets Dumbledore?

Kind of like that.

You met Dumbledore?

No, I went to a train station where everything was white. It was like a waiting area or loading zone.

Then everything got snatched away from me because they hit a magic button to bring me back.

Were there people there?

Faceless people.

Does that freak you out a bit?

Not really, I’ve dealt with death so much through nursing and family wise, you hear

people saying there’s light at the end of a tunnel.

I think because it was so empty and so white, it felt like I wasn’t done yet, I had something to finish.

So what happened?

I saw my specialist on the Tuesday, went home, slept. Felt good when I woke up and got worse as the day went on. At about 6pm I was sick again. I was in a large amount of pain and went to hospital.

Turned out Kenny the Kidney was twice the size he was meant to be.

They did a CT scan and said the kidney was no good, blood tests showed it was functioning at 3%.

They gave me drugs to make me sleep.

Must have been a bit too much because when I woke up they said “you do realise your heart stopped for like ten seconds during the night?”.

They gave me some oxygen and a good

thump on my chest a bit and I came back.

You weren’t done?

No. The next morning the kidney specialist came in and said I was going into surgery in five minutes.

They went in, found the kidney had flipped itself over, clotted itself off and flipped back over again.

It’s a bit gray now.

It flipped over and went back over again?

How did they know that?

From the CT Scan.

When I looked at the scan I thought “that doesn’t look right”.

Is it still like that?

It is functioning at about 50 - 70 per cent.

Half a kidney is better than none.

So you actually remember the white train station?

When they say I died for about ten seconds, it didn’t feel like ten seconds, it felt like a lot longer than that. I was there just waiting for what seemed like ages.

Chris Duncan Do you have religious beliefs?

There is someone or something there. I was guided through private Anglican-Catholic school due to my grandfather ... I don’t know what it is or who it is ... I don’t know. There is something there with plans for all of us.

When did this happen?

The Show week. The week that was supposed to be Canungra Show week - but of course that didn’t happen (thanks to COVID).

Chris has been heavily involved as a volunteer with Canungra Show and Rodeo for several years.

You have nicknames for your pancreas and kidney?

Penny the pancreas and Kenny the kidney.

Penny is behaving herself, she’s done very well, she’s always behaved herself. Kenny likes to float around and flip himself over.

Apparently it’s rare, I’m one of three recorded cases. Westmead had no idea it could happen.

You are a bit special!

Yeah, at the hospital they just went “you’re a freak”. I said “you’re not telling me anything I don’t know”.

The professor said not many people would have survived it.

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LOCAL NEWS

Public Comment Open for Over 50s Village

Public submissions in relation to a Development Application for a proposed Over 50s Lifesyle Village at 7 -39 Finch Road, Canungra, can be made until 20th April 2021.

The application is for a Material Change of Use for 188, two or three bedroom homes on the site.

Over 300 residential car parking spaces have been proposed and 62 visitor car parking spaces.

Project Manager for the site, Riye Arai-Coupe of Bluebird Property has been liaising with community members over several months and some changes have been made to the plans to incorporate community feedback.

Submissions should be made in writing to Scenic Rim Regional Council.

Council’s web site has guidelines for submissions, which can be a written objection or sup-

porting comment about a development application, made by any interested member of the community (for example, a person, group or organisation).

There are specific requirements for submissions and residents should refer to Council’s web site for how to make a ‘properly made submission’.

Further information about making submissions can be found at https://www.scenicrim.qld.gov.au/planning-and-permits/development-assessment.

Following news of the proposed development, Canungra resident Dean Meldrum wrote to Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk with concerns about the lack of water and road infrastructure in the township and was advised by her Deputy Chief of Staff to liaise with Council.

Residents’ Building (communal) design reference imagery. Reference: Community Engagement Report - Bluebird Property.

Water and main roads (including Christie Street which forms part of Beaudesert-Nerang Road) are a State Government responsibility.

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Council is calling for Community Disaster Volunteers to fill new roles in improving on-the-ground Artrepreneur is aimed at aspiring artists aged 18 to communications and local leadership before, during and after a disaster event.

35 years who would like to develop their business We are seeking key community members from each skills to shape a creative career. This 12-week of our townships, who will be provided with training mentoring program begins with a three-day workshop commencing 18 May and is facilitated by and ongoing support.

Goat Track Theatre Company founder Andrew Wright. Applications close mid-May 2021. Download a Fact Arts Plus, a three-day workshop beginning on Friday Sheet and Volunteer Application Form from Council’s 28 May, is for those already working in the arts sector website scenicrim.qld.gov.au and aiming to make money - as well as their mark - as MENTAL HEALTH FITNESS a successful business leader in their field.

Places in both programs are limited and applications Help yourself and others to build resilience through a series of free Mental Health Fitness workshops to be close Friday 30 April 2021. run across the region this month. Presented by Mental Find out more at liveatthecentre.com.au Health First Aid Australia for Scenic Rim Regional HELP US PLAN FOR THE FUTURE Council, this project received grant funding from the Australian Government. Sessions will be held at the Be part of planning for the future of the region through following locations on these dates: the first Scenic Rim Growth Management Strategy.

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Ms Arai-Coupe said she is happy to speak to anyone who has questions or concerns about the development. She can be contacted by phone on 0422 684 454

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LOCAL NEWS

SEARCH WARRANT LEADS TO ARREST

Detectives from the Organised Crime Gangs Group have charged a 26 year old man in relation to a violent disturbance at Canungra FoodWorks.

On 23rd February, two men attended Canungra FoodWorks and threatened and assaulted a random group of men.

It is alleged one of the men was armed with a machete and wearing clothing identifying him as a member of the Mongrel Mob. A 26 year old man was charged with going armed in public to cause fear and possessing prohibited items.

He has been bailed to appear in the Beaudesert Magistrates Court on 30th April 2021.

Investigations are continuing in relation to the second man.

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Shaving for a Cure Local teenager, Malyta Wakefield was inspired to participate in the Leukemia Foundation’s Shave for a Cure after seeing family members fight cancer.

Malyta said her aunt currently has Leukemia and she has seen many family members on her father’s side battle cancers.

“On my Dad’s side I have lost two uncles and my pop, so I really wanted to help,” she said.

“My fundraising goal was to reach $560, but I have raised over $1400 which is fantastic.”

Prior to having her head shaved, Malyta’s hair was half way down her back. She said it feels a bit weird to have it gone but she will grow it back.

“When it grows back I’ll probably shave it again.”

Photo: Malyta Wakefield has her head shaved by Demi Childs at Dem’s Hair Studio.

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LOCAL NEWS

ANZAC Day Services to Return

ANZAC Day services will return without restrictions on Sunday 25th April 2021 and Canungra will be no exception.

Both the traditional dawn and main morning services will be held at D J Smith Memorial Park.

Canungra RSL Sub Branch President, David Day said COVID restrictions for numbers allowed at outdoor gatherings still apply and could change at any time.

“If any further changes happen, any final decisions will be made closer to the event. At the present time, the event is as normal and preparations are well under way. A Plan B is being prepared,” he said.

The Dawn Service will commence at 5.30am, with the normal Service.

A Gunfire Breakfast will follow at the Canungra

School of Arts Hall. A small fee will be charged.

The Main Service commences with the Parade at 9.30am, from outside the Canungra State School gate. Participants will be restricted to comply with COVID restrictions.

After the Main Service, normal RSL Activities will be held at The School of Arts Hall and food and beverages will be available.

Members of the community who wish to participate in the wreath laying, need to supply their wreath and phone Mr Day on 0428 343 585 to indicate their wish to participate.

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Service, approximately 10.30am.

Mr Day said the Canungra RSL Sub Branch is looking for ex-service and present serving members to bolster their membership.

“There are a number

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of veterans living in our community and it is our aim to communicate with these people to inform them of what the RSL organisation can provide in terms of support of their needs if help is required.”

“Welfare is the main

aim and if we at Canungra cannot help or provide answers, arrangements can be made for appointments with a qualified Welfare Officer, at our District Headquarters on the Gold Coast.”

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LOCAL NEWS

$250,000 Renovation Unveiled

My Country Escape reopened to a large crowd of eager customers on Saturday 27th March.

The boutique homewares and clothing store has been closed for 12 weeks while local building company, Hobbs Building & Interiors carried out extensive renovations.

Owner Michelle Roper-Dennis was overwhelmed by emotion as she thanked the community for their support.

“This wouldn’t have happened without you,” she said.

She thanked her family and said her husband

Cherie and Isabella Radburn.

Steve’s role in the business is akin to being the manager of the My Country Escape ‘girl band’.

Built in 1957, the store is one of Canungra’s oldest commercial shopfronts. Present for the reopening was Sylvian Cameron, whose family built the store and former owners Geoff and Ruth Baldwin.

The renovations feature stunning exposed timber trusses roofing, French door sets, a new floristry kitchen; all with a sophisticated country charm in classic whites, wooden hues and the boutique’s signature navy.

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LOCAL NEWS

Bus Run Extended

State MP Jon Krause recently received the news that an extension has been granted to the Canungra State School bus route that travels along busy Upper Coomera Road and onto Limerick Drive.

Questions were raised last year about the school bus route from Canungra State School as the bus currently must reverse into oncoming traffic on Bracken Court, off Limerick Drive, to turn around.

Concerned parents contacted Mr Krause about the issue and could not understand why a school bus must turn around at an intersection instead of driving less than one kilometre further along the road to turn around in a cul-de-sac.

Previous requests for

the school bus route extension were denied.

However, Mr Krause wrote to the Minister for Transport and Main Roads again in January and received the news in early March that following his enquiry and raising of safety concerns, TMR inspected the site and approved the bus route for an extension to the afternoon service.

“This is about the safety of our children – I have spoken to residents who have told me that when the bus reverses into Bracken Court to turn around, traffic is held up along Limerick Drive and makes it very difficult to park vehicles safely to pick-up and drop-off students.

Mr Krause said that on top of the difficulties parents have parking their

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Mr Krause said that the changes to the bus route will commence by the end of March 2021 and students will now be dropped off at Coral Court.

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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY

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An Outback Life

International Womens Day was celebrated around the Scenic Rim with a number of lunches and breakfast events held throughout the region.

In Canungra, the Chamber of Commerce hosted an International Women’s Day Breakfast with former Canungra resident and internationally published author, Mary Groves, speaking at the event.

Mary spoke about her life in the Australian outback and what it was like as a woman living in

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Born in Melbourne, Mary moved to the Northern Territory with her family when she was 14 years old.

In her early 20s she married Joe, a rodeo rider, and they went on to have four children and live on an array of cattle stations and run a variety of businesses in the Top End. She later ran a retreat in the Gold Coast Hinterland before moving to Canungra for several years.

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Happiness Is ... Craft!

Courtney Guerin spent 13 years working in a high pressure corporate job in consumer finance.

She says she was very ambitious and planned to keep clawing her way up the corporate ladder.

Then a number of things made her rethink where she was headed.

“I moved to Canungra almost three years ago and about a year later found out my little sister had stage three bowel cancer,” she said.

“I started really thinking about my life and my priorities. I started to think about making some changes but was afraid to take the leap.”

“Then, COVID-19 happened. For the first time ever, I was home 24 hours a day with my family and got to see firsthand what I had missed.

I knew the time had come to make a change.”

Courtney took advantage of a restructure at the company she worked for and requested a redundancy. She began planning her new business venture, Happiness Is. “During the early stages of COVID what got

me through the anxiety was crafting.”

“I made masks for the doctors office in town, and cards for my teams at work. So I decided to keep going with that and launch my little crafts business.”

Crafternoons Through Happiness Is, Courtney provides weekly card making classes every Thursday at 3pm in Canungra, where people can learn new techniques and spend time with a great group of card-makers. It is a friendly group with Courtney providing instruction and assistance in up to date techniques and other participants sharing their ideas and tips.

“I think arts and crafts are so important- especially in times of stress and crisis. It keeps your hands busy, your brain working, gives you a feeling of community, and reminds you there is beauty in the world.”

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LOCAL NEWS

Radio Contest on Beechmont

By Nigel Buchanan

Visitors to Beechmont’s Headmaster’s Cafe and Markets over the weekend of 20th and 21st March may have thought a lunar module had landed in the centre’s carpark. In reality it was something far more earthly.

Members of the Gold Coast Amateur Radio Society (GCARS) had set up their mobile communications trailer. Bris-

tling with antennas, wires and masts, GCARS was taking part in the annual John Moyle Memorial Field Day contest.

Named after an early Australian wireless pioneer, the aim of the contest is to make as many radio contacts as possible over the airwaves, in a 24 hour period using HF, VHF and UHF bands.

Contacts are logged and points scored with each contact made. The emphasis is on portable or field operations,

spreading goodwill over the airwaves, and a training platform for emergency communications.

GCARS operators took turns in operating their equipment, with contacts made Australia wide, and as far away as Japan, Papua New Guinea and New Zealand.

At 544 metres above sea level, Beechmont was an excellent location for radio coverage over the weekend. The set-up was quite a spectacle for visitors to the café and mar-

kets. Far from its early beginnings with morse code, amateur radio has evolved with technology to include digital and satellite communications.

With their mobile communications trailer, GCARS is equipped to provide communications services to various community events. These have included Scouting Association Jamboree of the Air, cross country cy-

cling and charity events.

Contest results weren’t finalised before going to press, but GCARS is expecting to improve on a credible fourth place in last year’s contest.

For further information on GCARS, including how GCARS can help with your next community event, visit: www. gcars.com.au or www. facebook.com/goldcoastamateurradiosociety.

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The State Government is set to change the way animals are treated in Queensland with review of the 20-year-old Animal Care and Protection Act (ACPA 2001).

But a local group says the process is ignoring one of the Sunshine State’s most basic animal welfare needs – adequate shade and shelter.

“We regularly see animals standing out day after day in the burning sun in paddocks that don’t have a single tree. This is cruel and unacceptable,” says Morika Elek from Animals Need Shade.

“Shelter and heat stress were among the top animal cruelty complaints the RSPCA received last year.”

“In 2020, 1,116 emergency calls to the Queensland RSPCA were related to heat stress - either the animal was left in a hot car or it couldn’t reach shade and water.”

The RSPCA says Queensland’s heat is deadly.

“We have a parliamentary petition from 2018 with 1290 signatures and

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over 200,000 signatures, if we combine all the petitions currently calling on the government to make shade/shelter mandatory, but this issue is not part of its review.”

The State Government says its review of the ACPA will ensure the Act keeps pace with community expectations and modern welfare practices.

However, Ms Elek says the process does not go far enough.

“At the same time as it’s reviewing the ACPA, the Government’s adopting other regulations that do not set minimum standards for adequate shade or shelter and don’t make them mandatory.”

The government is adopting the Australian Animal Welfare Standards and Guidelines on cattle and sheep. But they are not part of the review process.

Ms Elek says the standards, finalised in 2016, do not take climate change into account.

She says Australia’s warmest (and driest) year on record was 2019, and

the seven years from 2013 to 2019 all rank in the nine warmest. Australia is now 1.44 degrees hotter than when records began in 1910.

“People don’t realise that animals suffer from heat stress at much lower temperatures than we do.”

Ms Elek says Animals Need Shade want the Government to: • Insert mandatory requirements in all relevant legislation, regulations and codes for adequate shade/shelter for animals kept outdoors (including at saleyards, holding pens and depots); • Include a clear and unambiguous definition of adequate shade/ shelter; • Introduce penalties for owners and carers who fail to comply; • Adequately police the legislation; • Regularly inspect areas where animals are kept to ensure standards are being met.

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Canungra State School Happenings

Angelene (6H) for her enthusiastic and positive approach to all class activities. She has an outstanding work ethic and always strives to do her best.

The Easter Bake Off

By Darcy Hogan, School Captain On Tuesday, 16th March, Canungra State School hosted an Easter Cupcake challenge which allowed students to bring a dollar to buy a delicious cupcake and it was a huge hit.

Droves of cupcakes came flying in and in the end more tables

Parker (3D) for being a hard working and responsible learner who always sets a good example.

Kai (PW) for being an attentive, enthusiastic and hardworking student who is always ready to listen and learn.

were needed as over 500 cupcakes were made. The winner of this challenge went to Oliver Anderson, in Year 5, who made a fantastic batch of creatively decorated cupcakes and they were super tasty too.

He received a box of chocolate eggs and a golden baking spoon. In the end, as a smile spread across staff, students and

parent’s faces, the school had raised almost $500, thanks to the school council and families who contributed.

As this event was such a blast, the student council will work hard towards more fun activities just like this one.

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By Chloe Delaney and Sophie Gleeson On Thursday 18th March, the Year 4s of Canungra State School went on an excursion to Somerset College to participate in the Storyfest festival.

At the Storyfest students get the chance to meet and get information about authors and illustrators.

When we arrived, we all sat down for a snack. After we finished, we went over to the Great Hall and watched the illustrator battle. This was where some of Australia’s best illustrators bat-

tled it out for the title ‘Best Illustrator’. Steven Michael King, Remi Lai, Bruce Whatley and a very talented student, Will were the combatants.

The host was Andrew Daddo, who has recently partnered with some of these talented people to draw scenes in his books. After an intense battle for the crown, the winner was Remi Lai with her drawing of a dabbing horse at Movie World! It was fantastic!

Once the performance was over, everyone sat down by a hedge and had another snack.

Then someone shouted enthusiastically: “I see Harley Quinn and JOKER!!!”

Everyone was very excited then ... they came over to US! We all received a bit of advice on how to be bad from the evil characters.

After lunch, we went over to the College’s oval. We tried to get a group picture in front of the sign, but the grass was too wet. So we went on down to the basketball court for our next presentation with Adrian Beck. He talked us through a few tips on how to get ideas and also talked about his life.

In one of his books called ‘Derek Dool Super Cool’, the story of Derek wearing lights in his hair at the disco was based on a true story!

When the session with Adrian Beck was over, it was time to leave so we boarded the bus to come back to Canungra.

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Cleaning Up for Smiley Reilly

Canungra Scout Group held a car wash at Moriarty Park to raise funds for The Smiley Reilly Project. The busy Scouts raised over $600 on the day, washing cars, trucks and utes. The Canungra Rural Fire Brigade brought the fire truck in for a wash - a task that meant all hands on deck for the busy Scout Group.

The Smiley Reilly Project offers support to bereaved parents of children between 20 weeks gestation and 16 years.

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Canungra & District Event Calendar

LISTINGS IN THE DATE CLAIMER ARE FREE FOR NON-PROFIT AND COMMUNITY EVENTS.

Email news@canungratimes.com.au or call 5543 5532.

• Sunday 4 April - Tamborine Village Lions Markets at Tamborine Memorial Hall - 7am to 12noon.

• Sunday 4 April - Food Truck event at Moriarty Park (weather permitting).

• Sunday 10th April - Stories Of The Scenic Rim Mapped In Artists’ Journeys Exhibition Launch at 10.30am - includes Benjamin Allmon, Carin Garland, Jean-Jacques Vaschalde, Felix Cehak at The Centre, Beaudesert. Free event - bookings essential via online at www.liveatthecentre. com.au or by phoning 5540 5050.

• Sunday 2nd May - Tamborine Village Markets at Tamborine Memorial Hall - 7am to 12noon.

• Sunday 4 July - Vintage & Country Brocante at O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyards.

• Saturday 10 July - Canungra Rodeo.

• Saturday 21 August - Canungra Show.

• Sunday 31 October 2021 - Vintage & Country Brocante at O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyards.

WEEKLY EVENTS MONDAYS:

• Fitness Training at Live Fit Studio 5.30pm. Steve 0405 103 670.

• Yoga - Moriarty Park, Coburg Rd, 9.30am - 11am. Ph: 0428 137 391.

TUESDAYS: • Canungra Golf Club - Ladies’ Competition Golf Day. • 30 min High Intensity Fat Burning Classes at Live Fit Studio.

Kym 0405 103 670.

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

• Fortnightly: Women’s Web. Robyn 5543 4725.

WEDNESDAYS: • Social Bowls ‘Scroungers’ at Canungra Bowls Club from 9am.

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• Fitness Training at Live Fit Studio 5.30pm. Steve 0405 103 670.

• Yoga - Grassroots Healthcare, Kidston Street, 6pm - 7.30pm.

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• 1st Wednesday: Canungra AH&I Society meeting. 7.00pm at Canungra Showgrounds.

• 3rd Wednesday: Beaudesert Districts Orchid and Foliage Society meeting. www.bdofs.com.

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• Canungra Tip CLOSED every Thursday.

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

@CANUNGRA LIBRARY • Interested in recycling? The library has some great resources to help you find out what to recycle and how. Come and get some great tips to help you reduce, reuse and recycle.

• Story time at Canungra: each Monday morning at 9.15 (excluding school holidays) while the library is closed to help with social distancing. Join Jo to start your child’s literacy journey • Why not try a new genre? We have great read-alike guides to help you find a new author. Ask our friendly librarians for a suggested new read.

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

• Play-time, every Thursday (term time) 9:30-11:30am. Free activities, all ages, tea&coffee provided. Ph: 5545 3644 (option 3) Tamborine Mountain College, Early Learning Centre.

FRIDAYS: • 30 min Fat Burning Classes at Live Fit Studio. Kym 0405 103 670.

• Mindfulness and Golf Workshop at Canungra Area Golf Club from 4pm - 5.30pm every Friday. Call 0437 339 229 for more information.

SATURDAYS: • Mixed Competition Golf Day at Canungra Golf Club.

• 1st Sat: QCWA Wonglepong (except January) at 9.30am. Ph: Joyce Libke 5543 5212.

• First Saturday Canungra Village Garden grow, chat and share 9am Contact: thevillagegardencanungra@gmail.com

SUNDAYS: • Church: St Luke’s Anglican 7.45am. Canungra Uniting Church 10.30am. Dunamis Church Yarrabilba 9.30am.

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Recovery Journey Through Arts

The community’s road to recovery following the 2019 bushfires was discussed in Providence Hall at the Scenic Rim’s March Arts Dinner Live and Online.

Hosted by Bronwyn Davies, the discussion panel included Lisa Groom, who heads the eco-tourism company, ParkTours; Jessica Brown, the driving force behind the Wildfire Creative Recovery Project; author Benjamin Allmon and Scotia Monkivitch, the Manager of Creative Recovery Network.

Lisa spoke of her personal journey from having her family, life and business thrown into disarray following the fires to the present day. and coping with the challenges of COVID. Lisa described her experience of the recovery journey as a long, slow

marathon, after months of frenetic activity after the fires.

“It’s been a really slow marathon,” she said.

“For me, part of this journey is letting everything slow down and sit and let the land slow down and tell us what it wants to do.”

“For me ... that journey is much longer and slower and that’s ok.”

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• Drum Pulse Tuesday 6-8pm

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Women’s Dreams

On Saturday 6th March, QCWA Beechmountain held an International Women’s Day celebration at Graceleigh Park.

QCWA members and community members created a three metre dream catcher on the day, with a vision to creating the world’s largest dreamcatcher (12 metres) in the future, and be marked in the Guinness Book of Records.

QCWA President, Amanda Harrison said the Beechmont community has shown its resilience, with the QCWA members teaming together to respond, withstand and recover from challenging situations.

“This gathering gave us the opportunity to weave our collective visions together to manifest a positive new dream for our future,” she said.

“Following this year’s theme ‘Women in Leadership: Achieving an equal future in a COVID-19 world’; the theme celebrates the tremendous efforts by women and girls around the world in shaping a more equal future and recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.” “ It is honouring women’s efforts in looking after the wellbeing of ourselves, families, and communities. With the turmoil in our world at present it is more challenging than ever.

The support of our friends and community is vital to us all. It is important to focus on our health, dreams and visions for our future and weaving this into our lives and environment.”

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• Honouring local WWII veterans: Private Charles Lewis Brockhurst Sapper Constanden (Gus) Kouskos Corporal Frederick (Basil) Roberts • Recognising Arthur Groom for his bush survival lectures to 50,000 World War II troops • ANZAC Community Choir • Display - 100 year anniversary of the Royal Australian Airforce

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The Canungra drop off for recyclable containers is at Moriarty Park every Wednesday from 9am to 12 noon (weather permitting). The bag drop off scheme is run by GDR Scrap Metal in Beaudesert and owners Gary and Jill Cole say the system they have is very easy.

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“People can also use the registration number of a community organisation or sports club and donate the money.”

All containers are hand counted by staff at the depot and sorted according to materials for recycling.

Jill says horse feed bags are ideal for collecting containers.

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it clearer for visitors to find parking when visiting our town. This project was championed by the Canungra Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with Council as an initial step towards improving parking in town, and there is still more to do.

Cleaning Up Thank you to those families and Moriarty Park committee members who helped with this year’s Clean Up Australia Day. We all had lots of laughs and were very heartened that the rubbish collected was substantially reduced from the previous year. Nothing dangerous or unpleasant collected and no empty cans or bottles.

Water Updates The Mayor and I recently met with Seqwater and Urban Utilities (UU) officers to discuss ongoing water security concerns within the com-

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A lot of laughs were had while cleaning up Canungra! munity.

Seqwater is the Queensland Government’s Bulk Water Supply Authority. UU is responsible for delivering drinking, recycled and other water to customers, collecting and treating of sewage and charging for water services for those properties on reticulated water and sewage.

We agreed that more extensive community engagement was essential

along with a closer partnership with the Department of Resources - the government department responsible for water allocations to rural producers. More updates will follow as these discussions progress.

The newly renovated shop looks stunning and congratulations Michelle for your continued investment in Canungra.

Being an advocate of

buying local you chose Hobbs Building and Interiors to complete the renovations and what a spectacular job Nikki, Luke and their local team have done.

Have Your Say Everyone is encouraged to have their say on the Growth Management Strategy. The survey is online at www.scenicrim. qld.gov.au/have-your-say until 16th April 2021. If you need a paper copy, please drop in to Canungra Library or contact me.

CONTACT ME I am always available to residents by telephone on 5540 5111 or 0407 630 052 or by email virginia.w@scenicrim.qld.gov.au I am available at Canungra Library on the second Saturday of the month from 9am to 11am from Saturday 8 May.

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COUNCIL WATCH WITH AMANDA HAY

Email: frangipani1601@gmail.com The following are my views, not those of the Editor. Any threats of legal action can be directed to me.

Bouquet Another Show Cause Notice has been withdrawn, this time in relation to a Canungra property.

Amazing what a strong response can accomplish.

Development Applications MCU21/017 – 10-26 Finch Road, Canungra – Shopping Centre. Condition number two of the Development Permit requires construction of the shopping centre not commence until there are 1,800 occupied dwellings within the Total Trade Area. Current estimation is only 1,200 dwellings; the request-

ed 24 months extension “will provide sufficient time for additional dwellings to be built in the trade area to meet the threshold, and allow the proposed shopping centre to commence construction”.

MCU20/133 – 7-39 Finch Road, Canungra – 188 dwellings.

This is now out for public submissions, even though it was only submitted on 22nd December 2020 and at the time of writing there is an outstanding Information Request from the State Govt which states the submitted Traffic Impact Assessment does not

adequately demonstrate that the development does not result in a worsening of operating conditions on the state-controlled road network.

In particular, the traffic data utilised for impact assessment appears to have not considered the recently completed residential development north of the site.

It is noted there is only one way in or out of Finch Road and that is via the intersection at Beaudesert-Nerang Road (Pine Street), being a State-controlled road.

Further, the submitted impact assessment does not include weekend traffic numbers, based on previous traffic counts through this section of

BeaudesertNerang Rd, Sunday is the busiest day of the week (between 9am - 12pm).

Difficult to make an informed submission without all the facts - see submission notification below.

Read the fine print in the 191-page document lodged with Council on 24th March 2021.

Proposed Development

Make a submission from 26 March to 20 April 2021 Retirement Facility (188 Dwellings) and an Office Where: 7-39 Finch Road CANUNGRA QLD 4275 On: Lot 6 SP161073 Approval sought: Development Permit for a Material Change of Use Application ref: MCU20/133 You may obtain a copy of the application and make a submission to: Scenic Rim Regional Council PO Box 25 Beaudesert QLD 4285 mail@scenicrim.qld.gov.au (07) 5540 5111 www.scenicrim.qld.gov.au

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These are my own personal views. I do not purport to speak on behalf of Council.

Council I have been asked by several residents, given the vitriolic nature of anti-council posts on Facebook, why I chose to become a Councillor.

Well it’s because I enjoy helping people and making a difference. I know that some of the community issues that I support will not be popular with every resident.

I’m not going to take a poll on every issue. The residents of Division 2, after looking at my character and employment history, elected me to be

their voice. I will always look at the long term strategic impact of all my decisions, ie: what will be the benefit and cost over the next 20yrs to the region.

I also don’t get to choose who the Mayor or other elected Councillors are, that is done by you, the residents. I must, however, work with them to form a cohesive and functional Council that should be free from personal conflict.

The Mayor is the elected head of the Council and the Scenic Rim is too small to have an opposition party like Brisbane and the Gold Coast, so I will not be opposing contentious issues the Mayor supports just to go against him because I don’t like him and to score political points.

I will however ensure

that the Mayor works with the Councillors to achieve a common strategic vision, ie: Corporate Plan. The Community Plan is formed from consultation with the community and then this drives the Corporate Plan which all Councillors have equal input into.

The Corporate Plan then drives the direction of the Council through a yearly Operational Plan.

Council Meetings Just to dispel some media and Facebook posts, there are no secret council meetings. There

is however a Councillor Workshop that is confidential, this is standard across all levels of Government and they have been happening since before amalgamation.

This is where agenda items for future Council ordinary meetings are brought forward and Councillors can query the report to ensure that we have all the information we need to make a decision at an Ordinary meeting.

We do not make a decision at the workshop and in fact the Mayor has shut down discussion when

Councillors have gone down that path as this goes against regulations.

I have asked the Mayor and CEO to look at some of the briefings that we get in the Workshop that get turned into a media release to see if they can somehow be conducted in a public setting.

I encourage you to listen to one of our ordinary meetings and compare it to other Councils.

Thought Don’t always believe everything that you read on Facebook - Cr Jeff McConnell

CONTACT ME I am always available to talk directly with residents by telephone on my mobile 0436 327 434 or email jeff.m@scenicrim.qld.gov.au.

Follow me on Facebook – Jeff McConnell Councillor for Division 2 Scenic Rim Regional Council I am happy to meet with anyone who requests a meeting.

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State Wide Rainfall There’s certainly been a lot of rainfall in March.

This has again highlighted the extraordinary dedication of SES and Energex crews, as well as other emergency service personnel.

I’d like to thank them for their hard work when things get sticky out there. No doubt there will

be plenty of potholes to be fixed on roads around the region and I will be lobbying Main Roads to fix them in a way that makes them better able to withstand future rain events.

Fighting for Our Fair Share I recently had the opportunity to address

Parliament in the “Address-in-Reply” to the Governor’s speech.

Members generally outline their own view for the term and what is important to their electorate. A brief extract is below: “Some of the issues I campaigned on have been continuously raised for a very long time. It is

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By Jon Krause STATE MEMBER SCENIC RIM hugely insulting to the people of our region that they are continuously ignored. When something needs fixing – like appropriate town planning and water security or a range of social and family services that simply do not exist or do not meet demand – it should not matter who you voted for; governments have a responsibility to all residents and all voters, not just those in government electorates.”

“In fighting for our fair share across the Scenic Rim there are many issues that need to be dealt with and as part of the LNP team I will carry on fighting

for our fair share in the Scenic Rim electorate – better roads, more police, appropriate planning – I’m fighting for families, farmers and small business.”

All this rain doesn’t remove the need for better planning and water management around Canungra.

I recently met with Government representatives about these challenges and they are now in no doubt about the issues facing Canungra.

I understand they will be seeking to take this matter up with Council as well.

HOW CAN I HELP?

Contact my office by email to scenicrim@parliament.qld.gov.au, Phone 1800 813 960 or

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MOTORING NEWS

The small SUV market is packed with all makes and models and can be a real challenge to find one that is worth your hardearned cash.

The Suzuki brand has a decent heritage with the Vitara and although it may be vastly different from its 1988 release model and the not so inspiring pre 2015 models, the latest variant ticks plenty of boxes.

The line-up consists of the GL+, GLX and GLX ALLGRIP, has two different engines and comes in manual or auto.

The model we powered around in was the GL+ with the 1.6L petrol running through a six-speed torque converter gearbox. This engine puts out 86kW and 156Nm, which for around town and cruising down the highway is just enough.

Although it is classed as a small SUV, the Vitara is actually big inside,

Suzuki Vitara

Suzuki Vitara Series II GL+ is a fierce contender in the small SUV field. Photo: Supplied. and it is impressive how much gear you can get in it. There is plenty of leg and head room for average sized adults. The drivers’ seat is in a welljudged position and finding the right spot is easy.

The dash and seven-inch touch screen are modern and simple to use and the buttons on the

impressively functional and has a useful 375 litres of space in the boot.

Suzuki has a way to make something that really shouldn’t drive nice, drive nice. They did the right thing with the transmission by not fitting a boring run of the mill no feel box. While there is not a lot of power, the Vi-

steering wheel are inviting and easy to reach.

While it would be awesome to have a car that is perfect, there is yet to be one and the Vitara does have something. The plastics on the doors and boot and boot lid seem cheap and are easy to mark with a shoe or box.

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The talk of Scarecrow Town is who will be the winner this year? We can put smiles back on faces by putting scarecrows out on the trail and entering the competitions. We are sure that Scarecrow Senior Poetry will be on and children can take part in their Colouring In and Poetry competitions.

Entry is free and Entry Forms will be at various locations around the Mountain and on our web site for those off the Mountain who are coming to engage.

So, the message is: put huge coloured circles around the 11-20 September on

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FIBROMYALGIA What is it?

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterised by widespread pain throughout the body along with fatigue, memory problems, headaches, sleep and mood disorders.

Sufferers of fibromyalgia often spend years trying to find a diagnosis that fits their many symptoms and fluctuate between periods of having high energy and ‘crashes’ of fatigue and pain. In severe cases, fibromyalgia can cause significant lifestyle disruptions, including reduced activity, unemployment and depression.

The underlying mechanism, which creates the symptoms of fibromyalgia, has been shown to be increased pain amplification by the central nervous system and reduced activation of the sympathetic nervous system.

Essentially this means that small pain signals in

the body are processed as large pain signals.

What causes it?

Fibromyalgia is a complicated poorly understood condition. Sufferers often find themselves being shuffled between health practitioners looking for answers and longterm relief.

While the pain generally feels muscular, usually little muscular damage or injury can be found on physical assessment.

The symptoms can also mimic those of an infectious illness, or other chronic diseases. Often a diagnosis of fibromyalgia is reached after other diseases and causes have been ruled out. The cause of fibromyalgia is as yet unknown.

Other significant signs of fibromyalgia are a lack of REM sleep in sufferers where restorative sleep is not achieved.

By Alison Ford

What is the treatment?

Following a diagnosis of fibromyalgia, a patient’s primary strategy is to understand and manage symptoms. This can involve pacing activities and balancing exercise so as to reduce ‘crashes’ and unhelpful pain cycles that lead to frustration.

Identifying activities, employment and a routine that don’t exacerbate symptoms can have a significant impact on quality of life for someone with fibromyalgia.

Having psychological support can also be very important to help patients deal with the emotional distress of a complex chronic condition with no outward physical signs.

A treatment modality, which has been shown to help reduce symptoms, is Interferential Therapy (electrical stimulation), which produces an en-

Trigger points for fibromyalgia. dorphin response that can reduce pain. Education and understanding of this condition can have the largest impact for sufferers, helping them to manage and maintain some control over their symptoms.

Physiotherapists can help where there is in-

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PET OF THE MONTH Pepper

Hello humans, my name is Pepper. I’m a domestic short hair boy and only three months old.

I will come across as timid at first because it’s been a rough start for me.

I was homeless and doing the best I could to survive until one day someone trapped me and took me to the pound. I’ve never been through anything so stressful in my short little life, so I lashed out.

I acted tough and scary so no one could ever frighten me again.

But the staff here saw

through my bravado and kept patting me and cuddling me anyway.

Then they sent me to live with the loveliest lady who showed me that I could relax and enjoy life finally. Now when I’m settled in a home, I love to play and get pats and purrrrr all day.

I might take a few days to learn to trust someone new, but I can promise that once I do, I’m worth it.

My adoption fee is $250 which includes desexing, microchipping, worming and a health check.

NATURE’S GEMS

Striped Honeyeater (Plectorhyncha lanceolata)

By Melissa Whitby Australia is home to many unique bird families and one of the most well known are the Honeyeaters.

This group of birds is well adapted to the nectar-producing flora of the Australian bush.

One of the larger species of honeyeater, which inhabits southeast Queensland, is the Striped Honeyeater.

This bird is easily recognised by its streaked black head with white breast and grey-brown wings and tail. Young birds are paler in colour than adults.

Whenever I encounter Striped Honeyeaters, I usually hear the birds be-

fore I see them.

Striped Honeyeaters have a range that extends from central/coastal Queensland into New South Wales and parts of Victoria and South Australia.

This bird species can be observed in a number of habitats including drier scrubs and savannah woodlands and have adapted well to utilising man-made environs such as gardens, parks and farmlands.

Striped Honeyeaters can be seen readily throughout their range.

In my travels throughout Australia, the central Queensland region is where I have seen the most prolific numbers of this bird species.

One of the best ways to see a Striped Hone-

yeater is to go to a locality, which has a lot of flowering native plants.

Sandy Camp Road wetlands on the eastern side of Brisbane, is a great place to start the search for Striped Honeyeaters.

In recent times I have visited this site and heard several Striped Honeyeaters calling. It is also a great spot to go birdwatching for many other birds and some unusual bird species turn up there from time to time that have not been seen anywhere else in south-east Queensland.

Overall, the Striped Honeyeater is a good bird for people starting out birdwatching to identify.

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Dragonflies

By Susan Cully A good place to start when becoming acquainted with dragonflies is this male Australian Emerald, Hemicordulia australiae, dragonfly because it is very common. Pictured here posing for a portrait in the Beechmont Pioneer Reserve, Beechmont (yes, it is resting on a Privet heavy with fruit, a noxious weed being incrementally replaced with native trees and shrubs).

This species averages a total length of 50mm and a wingspan of 70mm, the male is a dark metallic green with yellow markings on thorax and abdomen, the eyes are green when mature and the female is similar in colouring.

This species is found on most waterbodies: streams, rivers, dams, lakes, swampy lowlands, foothills all within our hinterland. They are often seen in these habitats ‘patrolling’ over the water or perched on nearby shrubs and trees as pictured below.

They are found from North Queensland all down the eastern states through to South Australia and also in SW West-

ern Australia. They can be sighted year round.

What about Damselflies?

In the guide Dragonflies and Damselflies of the Gold Coast the following explanation is given: ‘The insect order Odonata is made up of two suborders – damselflies and dragonflies. In general, adult dragonflies are larger and more robust than damselflies, tend to hold their wings flat when at rest, have fore- and hindwings which are different in shape and the eyes are close together, whereas damselflies generally hold their wings closed above their body when at rest, have fore- and hindwings which are similar in shape and size, and the eyes are generally separated.’

However, exceptions apply...

In conservation terms these insects, with their beauty, delicacy and abundance, are ambassadors for our waterways.

High quality fresh water bodies are under pressure with urbanisation. The presence of key riparian insects, the Dragonflies, Damselflies, Mayflies, and Stoneflies indicate healthy water quality.

Tell Their Stories:

Call For Anzac Nominations Federal Member for Wright, Scott Buchholz is calling for residents, ex-service organisations and historical groups to nominate a local ANZAC in the lead up to ANZAC Day 2021.

In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic meant the cancellation of thousands of ANZAC day services around Australia.

“Sadly, in 2020 we were unable to promote the services and encourage residents to attend a service, to commemorate our fallen and our service personnel. Each year, I send a brochure to the community outlining the various services in the area.

“In place of promoting services, we told various stories of local people that paid the ultimate sacrifice in the service of our nation. We recounted the lives of Flight Sergeant John Scott of Beechmont and Sergeant George Weier and Private Edward Weir of Gatton.

“Through the Queensland State archives and Australian War Memorial, we sourced the

stories, pictures – many largely untold – and developed a ‘stories of our local ANZAC’s’ brochure.

“I received overwhelmingly positive feedback from the community, they were interested in these stories and asked for us to provide even more. Now we need the community to help to do that, to tell their stories.

“If you know of a story, someone local that has served or is serving in some way – where possible and safe to do so – we want to hear their story and share it with the community,” Mr Buchholz said.

Mr Buchholz said the region had a rich history with the defence community, particularly with the proximity to various barracks, training centres and air bases.

If you wish to nominate or for more information, visit Scott Buchholz on Facebook https:// www.facebook.com/SBuchholzMP or email scott.buchholz. mp@aph.gov.au.

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News from St Luke’s

By Di Ayscough

As I write this article, I am listening to heavy rain falling and I know there are many people hurting again, because of damage from flooding.

No matter where we live in Australia we are subjected to a variety of problems. We have had, in recent times, fire, COVID19 and now floods. I do hope you are surviving whatever difficulty or crisis you have in your life.

Remember the sun will shine again and things will get better.

We can’t help but feel blessed. The St Luke’s recent Car Boot Sale was held on a fine sunny day and drew plenty of people who came and enjoyed what was on offer. Did you hear the great music? We are very grateful to Tom Moore for his singing and leading his group to keep everyone entertained.

Did you find a bargain, enjoy a sausage or a scone, or buy a plant or a cake? Perhaps you entered St Luke’s and found a bargain among the huge array of “bric a brac”. All in all, we had a very successful day and as with all our fund raising, the proceeds raised goes towards the maintenance and upkeep of the 85 year old church of St Luke’s in Canungra.

Little Lukies is continuing to grow in numbers as they meet for a fun hour each Monday during term time. Remember you are welcome to come along and bring your children, and enjoy some friendship and relax for an hour.

We at St Luke’s continue to pray each week for a permanent priest. We are extremely grateful to Fr Ken Spreadborough for his dedication to our parish. He certainly enables us to continue our worship and our strength as a congregation in Canungra. Yes, we are part of a community who cares. We are here for you.

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ACROSS DOWN 1 Eskimo hunting craft 2 Supreme Email: 5 Charge manifestation MARKETS news@canungratimes.com.au 9 Deals with 3 Wattle Hall for Hire: Refurbished hall for hire. Beaudesert Markets: First Saturday of or call 5543 successfully 4 5532 Mohammedan Air conditioned with kitchen facilities. Now each month. Dick Westerman Park, Beauto have your Community Notice suitable for meetings, DIY birthday parties, desert (next to Wongaburra).

10 Notion scriptures theatre supper nights, weddings, renewal of advertised here Markets: Every third vows, etc. Canungra Uniting Church, 31 Beechmont Country 11 Radiolocation 5 Festivity Appel St, Canungra. Ph: Rod 0401 936 984. Sunday of the month - 8am~12pm. Beech12 Sound a horn 6 Set apart mont Community Centre, 1835 Beechmont Work for the Dole: If you need to do volunScenic Rim Regional Council:..... 5540 5111 Phone 07 5551of 0361.

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Up to 125 check the Rural Fire Service website at 55434725. stalls from local artists, crafts people, fresh ruralfire.qld.gov.au or email canungrarfb@ 39 Direction 34 Tidy produce, plants, books, clothing, vintage Beaudesert Camera Club: Meet fourth gmail.com Renovate jewellery, bric a brac, Tuesday of the month - Beaudesert Commu- items, collectibles, 40 Created: Ted Whillier Qxpress: Elaine Watson Checked: GENERAL Rosemary J

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IMPORTANT NUMBERS Beaudesert Hospital:.................... 5541 9111 Canungra Library:........................5543 5791 Canungra Police Station:..............5543 5120 Canungra Visitor Info Centre:......5543 5156 Emergency (Fire, Police, Ambulance):...000 Energex (Loss of Power):................136 262

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Ph: 0401 936 984.

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SPORT Swim Club Champions Announced

Canungra Swim Club held their end of season presentation night at Canungra Pool on Thursday 25th March.

The Club Champions were awarded for the season.

Club President, Amanda Thorogood thanked all the volunteers who help keep the Club going and the staff at Canungra

Pool for supporting the Club.

“We had a great season this year and we are looking forward to coming back in the new season bigger and better than ever. Swimming is such a great sport for these kids and we love seeing them develop their swimming throughout the year,” she said.

Canungra Swim Club 2019 – 2020 Club Champions Junior Boy Champion: Senior Boy Champion: Junior Girl Champion: Senior Girl Champion: Junior Boy Encouragement: Senior Boy Encouragement: Junior Girl Encouragement: Senior Girl Encouragement: Club Person:

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Senior Boy Champion: James Dougherty

Junior Girl Champion: Grace Nieper

Senior Girl Champion: Darcy Hogan

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Junior Girl Encouragement: Summer O’Brien

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Moriarty Park and Canungra Owls Soccer News With Bren Dalby

meeting.

Any enquiries please to Bren on 0414 435 919 or email bren.dalby@ bigpond.com.

Thanks to the group of wonderful folk who came to our Smiley Reilly Project Trivia Night where we raised $250 for this terrific cause.

Canungra Owls Soccer News

Bingo and Trivia We will be having a bingo night soon so look out for dates on social media and Foodworks notice board. The next Trivia night will be in May too so get ready for that one!

Facilities SRRC have been on site to organise some sensor lighting and other light sensitive lighting for around Moriarty Park to increase safety with many user groups utilising the hall at night now and soccer up and running ... well it will be when we dry out a bit.

The Book a Court Tennis system should be all installed within a few weeks and we are well ahead with funding for skate park and SRRC have been most generous with efforts and funding so we are very excited to be getting cracking with that project at last.

I have had lots of interest and offers of assis-

Trivia at Moriarty Park will be back in May! Photo: Facebook. tance from locals who are keen to get on board.

We are hosting a Lure Coursing (dog) event on 1st August so I would ask all to be respectful of the fact we have a dog event on site and please steer clear with other dogs on that day.

Remember also we have Scenic Rim Dog Sports training on Tuesday nights and Saturday nights and to please refrain from having other dogs on the field whilst they are training. We have had some issues with off leash dogs at these times and as essentially we are an on lead facility only we are tolerant of the needs of dogs to have a ‘good run’ but

hope that common sense will prevail.

We are still hoping to have another Food Trucks and Classic Cars/ Bikes gig on Easter Sunday but we will have to watch the weather carefully as the fields are precious! Look out for a big Eat Local Week event coming up too !

Many many classes of Pilates, Yoga, Tae Kwon Do, drama and dance etc at Moriarty Park now so have a think about those please. Soon we will have our own notice board, courtesy Bendigo Bank, to advertise WHATS ON! Been a long time coming (my bad) but huge thanks to the Bendigo Bank for helping out as they so of-

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ten do.

FoodWorks as well as being major soccer sponsors are invaluable to Moriarty Park, sponsoring every event we run there in a huge way.

Please take any opportunity you have to personally thank Tony and Anne for without them over many years we would struggle.

Our meetings are generally held on the third Monday of the month at 6.45pm if anyone cares to attend. The April meeting will be our AGM first followed by a general

Nothing too much to report as with the inclement weather we have had to postpone our first two Metro Men games!

By the time this goes to print we should be back on track so keep an eye out and come down to support our Men’s team on a Wednesday night when at home and have a box of chips or a curry!

Youngsters will be on field shortly on Saturday mornings too so there’s a brekky morning out to support our club and our young’uns playing their hearts out ! Be great to have a good season this year ! Go the OWLS !!!!

Hopefully we can start with our Sportsperson of the Month program this year so any nominations to Bren please – any sport code welcomed.

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CANUNGRA AREA GOLF CLUB Tuesday 2nd March: Stroke

With Kim Sami If it doesn’t rain it pours!!

A massive shout out to the Grounds Staff and volunteers at the Canungra Area Golf Club for the amazing effort they put in to get the golf course in tip top condition and then …. down came the rain. As always we will bounce back and have the course back in play before too long.

Don’t forget our Monday Veteran’s Competition is back – 8am on the last Monday of each month. (weather permitting of course!!) Visitors always welcome.

Thursday 25th February: Stableford - Winner – Shonnie Bos (34), Runner-Up – B Flitton (33), BRD S Crook (32), R Jackson (32), D McGuiness (31), D Cameron (31), L Morley (31), K Muir (29) & R Hewlett (28).

Saturday 27th February: Stableford Split 6’s – No results at this time.

& Putt – Monthly Medal Winner – K Sami (77), Runner Up – K Darlington (78) NTP’s – 5th 32+ 2nd shotMichelle Day PUTTS – Kim Sami (23) BRD – N Jones (82), K Crook (83), L Parsons (83), G Jarvis (83) and M Day (88).

Thursday 4th March: Stroke & Putt – Monthly Medal Winner – P Palliser (71)CB , Runner - Up – K Muir (71) – PUTTS – P Palliser (22 putts) NTP’s – 5th R Hewlett, 8th S Sami BRD to 82.

Saturday 6th March: Stroke & Putt – Monthly Medal – Winner – K Spalding (67), Runner Up – T Hill (69). Putts – C Spalding Congratulations to John Rodger for his Eagle on the 15th BRD to 79.

Tuesday 9th March: Stableford - Winner – K Crook (34), Runner Up – J Windle (30) BRD – P McAllan (30), K Darlington (21), L Parsons (19) and S Cameron (17).

The golf course took on some water last month!

Thursday 11th March: Stableford – No results at this time.

Saturday 13th March: Bisque Par - Winner – R Jackson (+5) CB, Runner - Up – B Denning (+5), NTP’s –7th R Hewlett, 8th J Rodger, 14th & 16th R Jackson, 17th D Watson, 16th 22+ 2nd shot S Firth, Ladies 8th 2nd shot 27+ - J Windle BRD to +2.

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CANUNGRA BOWLS CLUB

By Ray Hickson

Wednesday 24th February:

Paddle Pop Pairs. 20 players.

Winner of the day Dave Coleman with 4 + 37.

Wednesday 3rd March: Paddle Pop Pairs. 20 players.

Winner of the day Jonathan Seagull with 4 + 37.

Wednesday 10th March: Paddle Pop Pairs. 20 players.

Winner of the day Peter Shoebridge with 4 + 29.

Sunday 28th February: Bendigo Bank 4’s. Sponsored

by Bendigo Bank (Canungra).

Winners of the day Robyn Berg, Simon Wallis, Dave Coleman and Shane Stevenson (Skip) with 6 + 33. Second Val Reiser, Faye Hines, Wayne Reiser and Peter Jervis (Skip) with 4 +21. Third Brian Laurence, Neil Day, Trevor Domjahn and Peter Brand (Skip) with 4 + 16. Prizes Presented by Janine Rockcliff Chairperson and Nino Smith, Board Member.

Sunday 7th March: Club Mixed Fours. 8 teams played.

Winners of the trophy were John Harrison, David Gill, Tim Thomas and Kerri Weston (Skip) with 6 + 20.

Monday 8th March: Ladies Fours Championship.

Congratulations to the winners Fiona Ward, Kelly Street,

Val Reiser and Kerri Weston (Skip) with + 5.

Ladies Singles Championship. First Round. Fiona Ward D Ann Noris 25 - 8. Mens Singles Championship. First Round Dave Gill D John Harrison 25 - 14; Ronald Mcdonald D Rod Duncan 25 - 22, Rhys Bodey D Michael White 25 - 19; Erin Armstrong D Justin Graham 25 - 13; Peter Brand D Ian Bell 25 - 13; Jonathan Seagull D Shane Stevenson 25 - 23; Dave Coleman D Colin Lee 25 - 9; Ron Kirkpatrick D Peter Jervis 25 - 15; Stuart Warren D Mark passante 25 - 22.

Mens Singles Championship.

Second round. Neil Day D Erin Armstrong 25 - 11; Wayne Reiser D Peter Brand 25 - 10; Brian Harrison D Mykal Prosser 25 - 21; Jim McCartney D Stuart Warren 25 - 22. Mens Pairs Championship. First Round Jim Shiels / Jim McCartney D Ron Kirkpatrick / Erin 23 - 12; Shane Stevenson / John Harrison D Col Lee / Bruce Williams 29 - 20; Peter Jervis / Peter Hickson D Justin Graham / Ronald Mcdonald 23 - 14; Brian Harrison / Mykal Prosser D Des Love / Jonathan Seagull 33 - 16; Peter Brand / Neil Day D Simon Wallis / Rhys Bodey 23 - 16.

Winners of Bendigo Bank 4’s, Board Member Nino Smith, Dave Coleman, Shane Stevenson, Simon Wallis, Robyn Berg with Chairperson Janine Rockcliff.

Men Pairs Championship.

Second Round. Michael White / Wayne Reiser D John Harrison / Shane Stevenson 19 - 14. Michael Prosser / Brian Harrison D Peter Jervis / Peter Hickson 31 - 10. Men’s fours

Championship. Jim Shiels, Wayne Reiser, Jim McCartney and Shane Stevenson 25 D Brian Laurence, Neil Day, Peter Jervis and Peter Brand 10; Ron Kirkpatrick, Peter Shoebridge, Erin Armstrong

and Stuart Warren 23 D Derek Finch, Peter Hickson, Tim Thomas and Mark Passante 21.

Sunday 21st March: Can / Downey Challenge. Played at Rathdowney. Canungra D Rathdowney 119 - 111.

HAVE YOU JUST MOVED TO CANUNGRA?

Come along to Canungra Bowls Club and join in our Mixed Pairs Days.

Every Wednesday and Saturday morning 9am for 9.30am start, looking forward to meeting you there.

For membership enquiries email canungrabowlsclub@gmail.com.

Social membership $5 per year. Full bowling membership $110 per year.

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