Canungra Times April edition. Part 2

Averial Mahony

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A LANDCARE CHAMPION

By Christine Tod

Susan Cully, a stalwart of Beechmont Landcare will soon be leaving the district to move closer to family in Brisbane. Her knowledge and expertise will be a great loss to the local community.

She was active in BDLA from 2008 through to her retirement as President in early 2022.

Born in San Diego, Susan grew up with Australian flora.

Southern California, like most of Australia is dry, harsh and fireprone. Eucalyptus trees are used as windbreaks in the orange orchards. Australian natives were fashionable and prolific in her mother’s garden and in the surrounding neighbourhood.

Youthful exuberance brought her to Melbourne in her 20s where she soon met her husband Michael. He has been her tireless and gracious landcare

companion ever since.

In the early 1980s Susan and Michael moved to Ballarat. Everywhere Susan has gone she has busied herself improving the natural environment.

To her it is a perfect hobby because it is transportable, a way of meeting like-minded people and free. “It is so easy to plant a seed and then you get a plant” she explains.

Caring for the environment is also part of Susan’s DNA. As well as the aesthetics, she is motivated by her deep desire to help “the little critters” which means preserving the habitat that they live in.

The Cullys were busy in Ballarat. There, they first engaged in riparian restoration, conceiving what is now known as the Yarrowee Trail Project. In 2000, prior to moving to Queensland Susan received Hall of Fame recognition in the Ballarat Environment Networks

Awards.

Beechmont

Arriving in subtropical Beechmont was certainly a challenge to her landcaring practice. When she first joined BDLA the only plant that was familiar to her was Acacia melanoxylon. While Ballarat is primar-

ily eucalyptus woodlands Beechmont is one of the most biodiverse places on earth.

She learned about this environment working in the reserves and through her frequent trips into Lamington National Park.

Between 2012 and 2014 she became involved, voluntarily, in native dung beetle collection and got to know the plateau intimately. This project was a collaboration with Lamington Natural History Association, the Queensland Museum and University of Queensland.

Creating habitat requires a combination of disciplines: biology, ecology, botany, zoology, geology and many others. Although Susan is not formally trained in any, she is naturally curious and rigorous in her approach which has resulted in her developing a formidable wealth of knowledge.

Because she has been an active landcarer all her life and has built up her knowledge in varied climates she has learned to be astutely observant. “You need to subordinate your own expectations and just watch what is going on around you”. Not just observant, she is also a practitioner, devoting a significant proportion of her time to collecting seeds, striking plants, planting trees, weeding, trimming, and sharing her observations with those around her. During the 2019 drought she and Michael kept hundreds of plants alive by delivering water to them in recycled milk bottles.

Thank you

All of Susan’s work has been pro bono and her reward has been to see the environment respond to her attentions. She is deeply respected by the Beechmont Landcare membership.

Michael and Susan Cully. Photo: Keer Moriarty

Service honours Vietnam veterans

Beechmont’s Anzac Day Service will focus on the Vietnam War this year.

In addition to a display depicting Australia’s involvement in Vietnam, the service will honour two local men who served.

Lance Corporal Allen Francis Duncan served in Vietnam from 1968.

Private Robert (Bob) Phillip McCallum who served from 1965.

During the Second World War Japan invaded the French colonies of Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia.

In 1945 the French re-

turned, but Ho Chi Minh, leader of the Vietnamese Communist Party, saw an opportunity for his country to become independent.

A bitter war ensued that ended with the French being defeated in 1954.

The Geneva Accords peace agreement in July that year saw the country divided between the communist north and a quasi-democratic (though corrupt and dictatorial) south.

In 1956 North Vietnam began trying to seize control of the south. From the late 1950s, the United

States committed troops to help South Vietnam defend itself, rapidly escalating its deployments under the Kennedy and Johnson administrations through the early and mid-1960s.

On 29 April 1965 Prime Minister Robert Menzies announced in parliament that Australia would send a battalion of combat troops to Vietnam.

By the time Australia withdrew its forces almost eight years later, 521 Australian service personnel would be dead.

- Keer Moriarty

By Christine Tod, Beechmont Landcare

Ragweed

A lot of Landcare is about identifying the good plants from the bad plants. This can be a challenge for people who are new to the plateau because there as so many new plants to learn about.

Controlling weeds allows room for the native plants to grow which in turn allow the native fauna to thrive. Also, any action that we take helps reduce the infiltration of weeds into our neighbour, Lamington National Park. Virtually every month there is a weed that is coming into flower and to our attention.

This month we are focussing on Ambrosia artemisiifoli or Ragweed.

It grows to up to 2m tall and has a leaf that looks a bit like a fern. The flowerhead is an elongated spike up to 20cm long.

It likes to establish itself in disturbed sites and pasture and it can be seen around Beechmont Pioneer Reserve where we are working to get rid of it. It is also seen on residents’ gardens and properties. Initially it can be mistaken for a fern because of its leaf.

It is best dealt with when young as it can be easily pulled out. As it ages though it becomes deeply rooted and needs to be cut and poisoned. It can set up large patches and is a curse for farmers. Early intervention is the best.

If you see ragweed on your walks around Beechmont, pull it out.

Ragweed.

Anzac Day service will be held at Graceleigh Park. Photo: Kim Smith.

Binna Burra launches Tiny Wild Houses

Binna Burra Lodge has launched its brand new Tiny Wild House accommodation.

The Tiny Wild Houses are a unique and eco-friendly addition to the lodge’s accommodation options, providing guests with a sustainable and immersive experience in the natural surroundings of the park.

Nestled on the Bellbird clifftop, each Tiny Wild House offers stunning views of the majestic Ships Stern range, a sight that can only be viewed from this unique accommodation.

Perfect for couples and available for adults only, each Tiny Wild House comfortably accommodates up to two guests.

Whilst the Tiny Wild Houses are an adults only accommodation type, the nearby Sky Lodges offer more family friendly options.

Each Tiny Wild House is equipped with reverse cycle air conditioning, free WIFI, a queen-sized bed, kitchenette, bathroom and a private outdoor area, making them perfect for

BEECHMONT

ANZAC DAY SERVICE

couples or solo travelers who are seeking an authentic experience in nature.

Constructed using sustainable materials and featuring an energy-efficient design, the Tiny Wild Houses are a perfect example of Binna Burra’s commitment to sustainable tourism.

Guests will be able to enjoy the beauty of the park while minimising their environmental impact.

The Tiny Wild Houses are the latest addition to Binna Burra’s accommodation options, which also include the award-winning Sky Lodges, the Bushwalker’s Bunkhouses in the heritage-listed Groom’s Cottage and a variety of camping options including Safari tents in the rainforest campsite.

The launch of the Tiny Wild Houses marks an exciting new chapter in the Lodge’s long history of providing unforgettable experiences in the natural beauty of Lamington National Park.

“These unique and eco-friendly units are a perfect fit for our

TUESDAY 25 APRIL 2023 / 11.30AM

Graceleigh Park, 1922 Beechmont Rd, Beechmont

RETURNED SERVICE PERSONNEL REGISTRATION & PARADE ASSEMBLY 11.15am

• Remembering our service personnel past & present

• Beechmont State School students’ tribute, choir and art display

• Honouring Beechmont Vietnam Veterans: Lance Corporal Allen Francis Duncan

Private Robert (Bob) Phillip McCallum

• Display: Vietnam War-Australia’s Involvement LEST

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commitment to sustainable tourism and our desire to provide guests with an authentic experience of the natural surroundings of the park,” said Steve Noakes, Chairman of Binna Burra Lodge Ltd.

Binna Burra is Australia’s largest ‘ecotourism collective’, with over 1,300 small investors.

Founded in 1933, it is a social enterprise with an environmental focus.

Since the beginning, no individual shareholder can own more than 2.5% of the shares.

The Tiny Wild Houses are available for bookings from 14 April 2023.

Inside and outside one of Binna Burra’s Tiny Wild Houses. Image supplied.

BY JOYCE LIBKE

CANUNGRA SCHOOLS

The first school in the Canungra valley opened at Wonglepong in 1884 - Caningera No 423.

It closed in 1893 due to a lack of pupils and reopened as Caningera Lower No 836 in 1898.

When the railway came through in approximately 1915 it changed to match the station - Wangalpong.

In 1928 it was changed to Wonglepong until it closed in 1935.

The first school in the Canungra township opened on 21 January 1889 in the township’s School of Arts Hall, a recreation building across Canungra Creek.

Minor flooding in the creek would mean neither the teacher, nor the pupils could attend.

In 19000, the build-

ing was moved into town near where the Canungra School of Arts is today.

In 1901, the Education Department bought approximately five acres from Mrs Duncan on Finch Road and a ‘proper’ school was erected.

This school was extended when required as the population in the town and adjacent valleys developed. During the 1940s there were two one teacher schools in the Coomera Valley - Witheren and Flying Fox.

There were many students who rode horses to and from school each day - the school yard having a horse paddock.

When the Army camped on the Coomera River the children of permanent staff were brought in by bus - as were children from the Wonglepong area.

The memorial located at Henry Franklin Family Park, Wonglepong, marks the site of the first Caningera School and is dedicated to those who contributed to the foundation of the School, and the students from Benobble, Tabragalba, Boyland and Wonglepong. Source: monumentaustralia.org.au

In 1962, Canungra State School had outgrown its five acres and

the Education Department built a new school on the site of the Ca-

nungra Railway Station, which closed in 1955 after the line closed.

Column courtesy of Canungra & District Historical Association

Intersection Upgrade

I know many residents will welcome the recent announcement by the Minister for Transport and Main Roads of funding to support a safety upgrade to the intersection of Beaudesert Beenleigh Road and Mundoolun Connection Road.

The $5.6 million expenditure is for an upgrade to traffic signals, speed reduction and associated signage on intersection approaches, installation of warning signage and an upgrade to school bus connectivity to ensure improved safety for at this interchange.

Planning is underway and construction to commence by 2024.

Get The Facts

This easily accessible page on the Council website - www.scenicrim.qld.gov.au/get-the-facts provides residents with the real story behind issues impacting our region, for example flood restoration works

progress and court judgements.

It is easy to view various social media platforms, but comments do not always reflect the facts.

Let’s Talk

Don’t forget to register to the online community consultation portal, Let’s Talk Scenic Rim, so you are kept updated on upcoming consultation topics.

The next one is the Draft Budget 2023-24, which will be made available from 5 April for viewing and comment. Let’s Talk can be accessed via https://letstalk.scenicrim.qld.gov.au

Draft Budget Consultation

Let’s Talk Scenic Rim is only one of the consultation modes available to residents and for those who prefer, there will be three community consultation sessions. These will be at Boonah Cultural Centre on

Thursday 20 April from 5.30pm to 7pm, The Centre Beaudesert on Wednesday 26 April from 5.30pm to 7pm and Tamborine Mountain State School on Thursday 27 April from 5.30pm to 7pm. Your views are important so that we can work together for a prosperous and sustainable future for the Scenic Rim.

1080 Baiting Program

The Baiting program is scheduled for April 18, 19 and 20 2023 and residents already registered as part of the program will have received a baiting pack advising of recent legislative updates.

If you are new to the region or have not baited before please

contact Council on 55405111 or email mail@scenicrim.qld.gov. au marking it attention Regulatory Services Business Support.

Water Community Consultation

It was pleasing to have this recent consultation with the Canungra community at an early stage of low rainfall and for SeqWater to advise of some future options for water supply that they are currently investigating. If you missed the sessions please contact Urban Utilities on Let’s Talk Water accessible from the website urbanutilities.cam.au.

CONTACT ME

Due to Easter, I won’t be at Canungra Library on the second Saturday of April, however I am always available to residents by telephone on 5540 5111 or 0407 630 052 or by email virginia.w@scenicrim.qld.gov.au

Important Notice to Residents and Businesses — Bitumen Resurfacing Works

As part of Council’s commitment to delivering an Accessible and Serviced region, Council will be undertaking Bitumen Resurfacing Works to resurface (reseal) approximately 49kms of roads.

When will it happen?

Works are expected to take three (3) months to complete, weather and conditions permitting. Works will generally occur between 7:00am to 6:00pm Monday to Saturday.

Central area – 28 March to 6 April 2023*

Eastern area – 7 April to 11 April 2023*

Western area – 12 April to 18 April 2023*

Where will it happen?

Works are scheduled in 36 localities across our region: Aratula, Barney View, Beaudesert, Beechmont, Biddaddaba, Boonah, Boyland, Bromelton, Canungra, Christmas Creek, Cryna, Darlington, Dugandan, Gleneagle, Hillview, Innisplain, Josephville, Kalbar, Kerry, Kooralbyn, Lamington, Milford, Moorang, Mt Barney, Oaky Creek, Peak Crossing, Radford, Rathdowney, Rosevale, Running Creek, Tamborine, Tamborine Mountain, Tamrookum, Tamrookum Creek, Tarome and Veresdale Scrub.

What can I expect during these works?

Roads will remain open and will be subject to changed traffic conditions to enable works to be undertaken safely and efficiently. Works have been planned in three (3) stages. Please scan the QR code for more details: Any enquiries regarding the works should be directed to Council on (07) 5540 5111 or by email to mail@scenicrim.qld.gov.au quoting ‘Bitumen Resurfacing Works’. scenicrim.qld.gov.au

Community Consultation is now open

COUNCIL IS SEEKING INPUT AND FEEDBACK FROM THE COMMUNITY ON THE DRAFT 2023–2024 BUDGET BEFORE THE FINAL VERSION IS CONSIDERED AND ADOPTED BY COUNCIL IN MID-JUNE.

Residents can share their feedback online by registering on the Let’s Talk Scenic Rim platform.

Alternatively, Council invites you to attend one of three community consultation sessions that will be held across the region.

Community consultation sessions are as follows:

20th April @ Boonah Cultural Centre from 5.30pm to 7pm

26th April @ The Centre Beaudesert from 5.30pm to 7pm

27th April @ Tamborine Mountain State School from 5.30pm to 7pm

The draft budget documents available for feedback include statements of cash flow, income and expenditure, and financial position, as well as the proposed 2023–2024 Capital Works budget, proposed 2023–2024 Register of Fees and Charges.

Your feedback is important to us. To join the conversation, please sign up to letstalk.scenicrim.qld.gov.au and register your feedback before 3 May 2023.

Can-nect with your community

By Keer Moriarty

Scenic Rim businesses are invited to be part of the second Canungra business expo, to be held as part of Small Business Month.

Hosted by the Canungra Chamber of Commerce, Can-Nections will bring together a range of local businesses, from printing to accounting and aged care.

Canungra Chamber of Commerce President, Nambok Intharangsy said the expo is a great opportunity to meet the people behind your local businesses.

“We are looking forward to welcoming people from across the region to find out what is available in the area, both in terms of services and potentially jobs as well,” said Nambok.

“We would love to see community organisations as well as people who work from home and businesses that don’t have a shopfront showcasing their products and services at the

expo.”

“This is an ideal opportunity for job seekers and students to connect with potential employers and for businesses to promote themselves to job seek-

ers.”

This is the second time Can-nections has been held, with the first expo in 2022 attracting 40 local businesses.

The Canungra Chamber of Commerce is hoping to build on that number in 2023 and has opened the event to all businesses located throughout the Scennic Rim.

Stalls are free for Canungra Chamber of Commerce mem-

bers, or $40 for non membersjoin the Chamber now for only $80 and get the stall for free.

A networking barbecue will be held for stallholders after the expo closes to the public.

Can-nections is on Saturday 20 May from 9am to 2pm at Canungra School of Arts Hall. For enquiries and more information email enquiries@canungrachamberofcommerce.com.au.

COUNCIL WATCH

WITH AMANDA

HAY

Email: frangipani1956@msn.com

The following are my views, not those of the Editor. Any threats of legal action can be directed to me.

Bouquet

Thank you to Council for hosting the “Community Forum – Building Inclusive Disaster Resilience - Scenic Rim region” session on 13 March, which I attended.

Many useful and like-minded contacts across the Scenic Rim were made.

Progress!

My RTI application re the previous two CEOs’ remuneration details is finally progressing after 15 months.

Office of the Information Commissioner external review approach-

ing finalization, pending 3rd party consultation with the former CEOs –again.

Bouquet

Thank you to Council and the LGAQ for holding a “So you want to be a Councillor” information session for aspiring candidates in the Division 1 By Election on 20 March.

An opportunity to learn about a Councillor’s Roles and Responsibilities prior to nominating. Presumably the Advisor had a hand in this as there has never been a similar session

in the past. There are four nominated candidates, including one from Beaudesert!

Hopefully there will be resilience training for the successful candidate, and yes, I have nominated as an independent, self-funded (and local) candidate.

Growth Management Strategy

Planning Scheme amendments to implement the Growth Management Strategy appeared on the Agenda for Council’s meeting on 21 March 2023: Major Amendment Phase 1 GMS Implementation: “3. Investigate potential locations for additional employment zoned land in the Canungra Study Area.”

A sign of future re-zoning perhaps?

Canungra water

supply issues

Who attended the info session/chat conducted by Urban Utilities on 17 March 2023 and were your issues addressed?

Costs Update

Appeal 2001 of 2021 –SDA Property Nominees

P/L -v- SRRC. “Disability tourist cabins” Tamborine Mountain – costs award.

My Offer to Settle made to Council on 16 February 2023 just doesn’t make it onto an Agenda for a vote. The developer has agreed to a settlement significantly less than the original amount demanded. I have been overwhelmed by the support shown by donors to date, with the amount raised being $33,956 and rising (BSB 814-282 Account: 30063911 Name: A.Hay).

I thank those from across the Scenic Rim who have supported me. Some donations and letters of sup-

port have come from very unexpected sources. They donate….and they vote.

Development Applications

RAL23/016 – 1-47 Geiger Rd, Canungra. Code assessable sub-division (yes, another one!) Submitted 21 March. 2 lots into 17.

Court Cases:

Planning and Environment Court (all heard in open court):

1308/22 – Torcross Investments P/L -v- SRRC. SRRC refused DA –subdivision 1 lot into 2, Canungra. Judgement delivery 23 March 2023 –outcome not yet publicly available.

436/23 – Jaykai No.2 Family Trust -v- SRRC. Filed 22 Feb 2023. Appeal against Council’s refusal – Service Station at 2571 Beaudesert-Beenleigh Road, Tamborine.

YOUR OWN

with Bill O’Sullivan

TULLAMORE FARM

VISIT OUR WEBSITE: tullamorefarm.com.au

Tomatoes

One of the easiest and most popular vegetables (actually a fruit) to grow is tomatoes.

We grow tomatoes 12 months of the year and at the current prices are pleased to do so. We always have three or four beds of Tomatoes at varying stages of growth to ensure continued supply.

They can be grown from seed or you can purchase a small punnet of seedlings.

If you would like to grow from seed, either purchase some heirloom seeds or just select a healthy looking tomato and break it up and pot in some good soil or compost.

Water and wait for the small seedlings to emerge and when large enough, transplant them to their long term home. Try to start with excellent quality seeds or

seedlings and then you can grow from your own seeds indefinitely.

We stake our tomatoes and help them climb to ensure a healthy crop.

They are not heavy feeders and in fact high nitrogen fertilizers will often give excessive leaf growth at the expense of fruit quantity and quality. Like other members of the Nightshade family they require less water than most other salad vegetables.

We mulch ours well with sugarcane mulch to help retain water. When watering, where possible avoid wetting the leaves as this can increase the chances of mildew. Water the ground around the base of the plant.

They can be a little patchy during the warmer months being particularly susceptible to mildew. For this reason it is import-

ant to ensure they are pruned regularly. We remove the lower leaves branches plus all the leaves and branches that grow down or face inwards. This allows more air circulation. The plant will have more energy for fruiting with less going into growing green inedible leaves.

Tomatoes are high in antioxidants and like all things home grown provide so many benefits. There’s nothing nicer than harvesting your own home grown vegetables and ripe red juicy tomatoes are amongst the leaders of the pack.

Bill O’Sullivan in the Tullamore Farm tomato patch.

Photos by Katherine O’Brien

Molly, Jack and Pippa Corcoran

Isabella Ford

Sophie DeKlerk

Rickie, Haize and Harrlyn Glockler

Angela Jones, Brett Jones, Rickie Glockler and Peter Ulbrich

Charlotte Lambrecht Blaze Bullen and Isabella Lambrecht

PET OF THE MONTH

Princess

Princess isn’t like other princesses that want to be picked up and whisked away, she much prefers to stand on her own four paws like the independent feline she is.

She’s looking for an indoor lifestyle with calm older children that will be gentle with her.

Despite being the golden age of 12, she is a happy healthy girl that definitely doesn’t act it. If you’re looking for a confident companion, Princess is waiting for you! She can’t wait for her happily ever after.

Princess’s adoption fee is $80.

April is heartworm awareness month

National Heartworm Awareness Month, observed in April, aims to bring awareness to all pet owners about the deadly heartworm disease and how they can prevent and cure it.

Heartworm disease, which can occur in cats and dogs, is caused by a parasitic worm living in the heart, lungs and associated blood vessels, causing severe lung disease, heart failure and damage to other organs in the body of cats and dogs.

Dogs are a host of heartworms, meaning they can grow and reproduce in the animal, while cats are a dead-end host, meaning the worms cannot reproduce in the animal.

worms when feeding and then transfer them to other animals.

The larvae then grow and mature into adult worms.

Several types of prevention are available for dogs and cats, including monthly oral prevention, which kills immature worms.

Princess

Most cats are infected with only a few worms and may not be fully mature, though the disease can be just as deadly for cats as it is for dogs.

Mosquitoes spread heartworm disease – heartworm larvae are found in the bloodstream of infected dogs. Mosquitoes pick up the larvae of the heart-

Heartworm preventives must be administered strictly on schedule as, unfortunately, in as little as 51 days, heartworm larvae can mature to the point where prevention is no longer effective. Those worms then grow into adults, which causes heartworm disease.

Early detection is critical to treating heartworm

disease successfully. However, because many dogs show no signs during early infection, a blood test is required to indicate whether an animal is infected. Therefore, all dogs should be tested annually for heartworm infection, and this can usually be done during a routine visit. Because most cats are infected with only a few worms and may not be fully mature, heartworm infection in cats is more complicated to detect than in dogs. The preferred method for testing is an antigen and an antibody test; your veterinarian may also use x-rays or ultrasounds to look for heartworm infection.

Early detection is critical to treating heartworm.

NATURE’S GEMS

White-streaked Honeyeater

Trichodere cockerelli

By Melissa Whitby

One of the most incredible places in Australia to go wildlife watching is Cape York Peninsula.

Over the years, I have been lucky enough to visit this incredible part of the country many times and see a number of wildlife species.

One bird species that had eluded me was the White-streaked Honeyeater.

In 2020, travelled with a friend and spent time in the vicinity where the birds were located.

The stronghold of the White-streaked Honeyeater is Cape York Peninsula and it cannot be found anywhere else in the country.

This bird is slightly smaller than a Lewin’s Honeyeater and has dis-

tinctive markings which set it apart from other honeyeater species.

The White-streaked Honeyeater has a yellow ear tuft, yellow-gold on the wings and pale streaked feathering on its chin and breast.

These birds can be extremely busy and active when feeding. The birds I observed were feeding on a native grevillea species and did not appear to move far from their preferred feeding site.

They were very vocal and aggressive to other bird species that were feeding in the immediate area.

The habitat was a type of heathlands merged into eucalypt woodlands.

Trying to observe and photograph this bird was quite difficult as they are wary and quick to fly.

Knowing their call was

critical to pinpointing their location.

This is a bird that requires patience and time for the birds to become aware of your presence and know you are not a threat.

For anyone wanting to see this bird, Iron Range

National Park is a great place to start.

Once you are familiar with the call and habitat, the birds should not be hard to find.

I recommend some prior research before embarking on finding this species.

I learned that several birds may be in an area and what plant species the birds preferred to feed on. Finding this bird on Cape York Peninsula is quite something and they are one of the many jewels you can find in the area, if you know where to look!

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Wednesday 9am till 4pm & Saturday 9am till 2pm (in the IGA car park)

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Your Stars

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C A N U N G R A for April 2023

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C R O S S W O R D

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Your ambition and hard work should finally find its audience this month - so take advantage of any good press. Still, good fortune or fame is usually fleeting. Make sure you record all praise so that, in the future, you can hold others to their word.

Leo - July 23 to August 22

The planets tinker with your dream states and, as a result, your intuition heightens - as do any latent clairvoyant abilities. Should your inner voice whisper sound advice, stop and listen. For happy couples, love grows more passionate.

Virgo - August 23 to September 22

April finds you taking a chisel to long-held beliefs that no longer serve a purpose. Your attention now shifts away from the inner world and towards the outer. Should emotional issues chip away at your relationships, new ground rules will need to be applied.

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Libra - September 23 to October 22

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April threatens to send finances into a spin. Remember, while grand plans give you something to aspire to, they can also break the bank. Fortunately, your more sensible side should step in before spending gets too out of hand.

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Scorpio - October 23 to November 21

Scorpios could enjoy a month of passion, but it may require a change in attitude. You do have a strong and sometimes overpowering character. If the whip is wielded by mutual consent, all well and good. But abuse of personal power can alienate loved ones.

Sagittarius - November 22 to December 21

April sees a changing of the guard. Round up your talents and get ready for greater career commitments. If you feel unqualified for what’s offered to you, don’t worry - you’re more than capable of handling whatever comes your way.

Capricorn - December 22 to January 19

5Fish eggs

9Neck hair

10Mature

12Happen

13Unwelcome task

14Fasting period

15Evade

16Thicknesses

18Augury

20Torn

21Compelling force

4Female horses

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News from St Luke’s

By Di Ayscough

Our Car Boot sale held on 11 March proved to be a great day. The prediction for very inclement weather did not happen and we were very thankful.

It was a day of meeting new people, selling, sharing our goods, finding a bargain or winning one of the raffle prizes. If you came along, or supported St Lukes in any way we offer our sincere thanks. The maintenance fund for our church has been substantially boosted.

As part of the traditions of the Anglican church we are now in the 40-day period of Lent, which began on Ash Wednesday. This period is a time when Christians reflect and prepare for the celebration of Easter. Some people fast, give up treats or even give to a charity. Have you given anything up?

My confession is, I have not given up things such as my favourite foods or beverages. However, I do enjoy my early morning walks where I am alone and can talk to God, share in the beauty of my surroundings and really be thankful for all I have.

Easter is not about chocolates or Hot Cross Buns, but being together with family and friends can be very rewarding.

It is a time to reflect and renew our relationship with God.

This month will also see our “Little Lukies” take a break during the school holidays.

It is so good to see such an enthusiastic group of children and adults gather together each week for fun, food and fellowship.

Later this month we will also remember the Anzacs and those who have protected our country throughout the various wars. St Luke’s will distribute Anzac biscuits again this year in recognition of our appreciation of those who served.

MARCH 2023

CANUNGRA

(Recorded by Bruce Williams, Canungra Bowls Club)

Monthly Rainfall - 59mm

WONGLEPONG (Recorded by Ray Hickson)

January Rainfall - 66.5mm, YTD 270.5mm

BEECHMONT

(Recorded by Wayne Abbot)

Monthly Rainfall - 102mm, YTD 305mm

GENERAL

10.30am. Everyone welcome for a cuppa before church. 31 Appel Street, Canungra.

Ph: 0401 936 984.

Created: Ted Whillier

Marian Valley Catholic Shrine: Beechmont Road. Sundays 11am and 4pm. Ph: 5533 3617.

Creator no:8467

Hall for Hire: Refurbished hall for hire. Air conditioned with kitchen facilities. Now suitable for meetings, DIY birthday parties, theatre supper nights, weddings, renewal of vows, etc. Canungra Uniting Church, 31 Appel St, Canungra. Ph: Rod 0401 936 984.

Qxpress: Peta Mandrakas

Work for the Dole: If you need to do volunteer work to satisfy Centrelink requirements you can work in the op shop. They are also an approved work host organisation for community service programs (such as paying off SPER fines). You can choose the day and hours per day, to suit your needs. www.canungraopshop.org.au/ volunteer.

St John’s Catholic Church: Windabout Road, Beechmont. 9am Mass on first Sunday of each month. Phone: 5533 3194

Checked: Rosemary J

St Luke’s Anglican Church: 15-21 Kidston Street. Sundays at 8am. Ph: 5545 2919. St Margaret Mary’s Catholic Church: 9am Mass on second Sunday of each month. Ph: 5541 1068.

MARKETS

IMPORTANT NUMBERS

REGULAR MEETINGS

QLD CWA Wonglepong Branch Meeting: First Saturday of each month at 9.30am. Ph: Joyce Libke on 5543 5212.

Beaudesert Districts Orchid and Foliage Society Inc Meeting: Third Wednesday each month 7pm at Canungra School of Arts Hall, 3-7 Pine Street, Canungra. www.bdofs.com.

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Canungra Art and Culture Group Meeting: Every second Thursday, Canungra Showgrounds Art Hut 10am-1pm for fun, friendship and craft. $2 per person (bring a plate). Ph 5543 5528.

Canungra Men’s Shed: Meets at the Green Shed at Canungra Showgrounds

Beaudesert Markets: First Saturday of each month. Dick Westerman Park, Beaudesert (next to Wongaburra).

Beechmont Country Markets: Every third Sunday of the month - 8am to 1pm. The Old School Site, 1835 Beechmont Road, Beechmont. Phone 07 5551 0361. Email info@beechmont.org.au.

Canungra Village Markets: Second Sunday of each month. Contact Emma 0457 096 397.

Kooralbyn Valley Markets: Second Sunday of each month from 8am - 1pm opposite Billabong Village Shops. Stalls $5, phone Lyn 0400 610 055.

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Tuesdays and Thursdays 8am - 12noon. Contact Col Ford 0428 820 349.

Canungra Women’s Web: Is a ladies social group meeting every 2nd Tuesday for fun and friendship. Please contact Robyn 55434725.

Beaudesert Camera Club: Meet fourth Tuesday of the month - Beaudesert Community Arts and Information Centre, Mt Lindesay Highway, 7pm. Cost $2 for nonclub members. Enquiries 0410 688 012 (after 6pm).

Probus: Tamborine Mountain Combined

Probus Club meets third Wednesday of each month, 9.15am for 9.30 start at the Bridge Club, Sports Centre, 400 Long Rd, Mt Tamborine. Enquiries to President Christine Stewart, 0448 877 585.

Tamborine Village Lions Community Markets: 1st Sunday of the month (except January) at Tamborine Memorial Hall Park Grounds, 2680-2726 Waterford Tamborine Road, Tamborine, 7am to 12 noon. Stall site $15. Ph: 0487770114, email tamborinevillagemarkets@live.com.au.

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JUSTICE OF THE PEACE

Tamborine Mountain State School Markets: TMSS P&C welcomes locals and visitors to their monthly Market - 7am to 1pm on the last Sunday of each month. Up to 125 stalls from local artists, crafts people, fresh produce, plants, books, clothing, vintage items, collectibles, jewellery, bric a brac, candles, crystals.

Informed Conveyancing: JP services available 1pm - 2pm Mon to Friday. 27 Christie Street, Canungra. Ph: 5543 4996.

CHURCH SERVICES

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Canungra Uniting Church: Church service and Sunday School. Sundays at

Scenic Rim River Improvement Trust Board Members (Multiple)

Water Resource Management / Scenic Rim Regional Council and surrounding areas

Contract for 4 years

Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water

Salary: RAA Level 3 – see renumeration procedures

Chairperson: Meetings up to 4 Hrs $195 - Meetings of > 4 Hrs duration $390

Member: Meetings up to 4 Hrs $150 - Meetings of > 4 Hrs duration $300

Location: Scenic Rim Regional Council and surrounding areas

REF: QLD/477485/23

The Role

The Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water (DRDMW), in conjunction with the Scenic Rim River Improvement Trust (the Trust), is seeking applications from interested community members to fill three (3) member vacancies for a term of up to four (4) years, commencing from an appointment date as decided by the Minister for Water. We are seeking members with a diverse range of capabilities, including high-level communication, consultation, negotiation, leadership, and strategic thinking skills.

Key Duties and Accountabilities

• Work with other team members as part of a board for the Trust responsible for the design and implementation of positive outcomes associated with riverine health within the Scenic Rim area.

• Use various methods of communication to consult with both internal and external stakeholders on riverine issues.

• Work collaboratively with government, natural resource management groups, community groups, and individuals, while providing leadership and guidance to stakeholders regarding the implementation of works approved by the Trust.

• Reviewing and approving annual reports for the Minister in compliance with the Financial Accountability Act 2009 and Statutory Bodies Financial Arrangements Act 1982.

• Ensure works carried out by the Trust are undertaken in accordance with all statutory requirements, including but not limited to the River Improvement Trust Act 1940, Vegetation Management Act 1999, Water Act 2000, Planning Act 2016.

• Contribute to the identification, development and implementation of project schedules and plans.

• Other duties as directed and required.

Role requirements

• There are no mandatory requirements for this role however, experience in identifying and implementing strategies to improve riverine health and/or mitigate flood impacts would be highly regarded.

• A solid understanding of the area in which the Trust operates, and its rivers, would be an advantage.

• This position may require overnight travel as part of the fulfilment of the role.

For further information and to apply for this role please see www.smartjobs.qld.gov.au ad QLD/477485/23.

Enquiries: Guy Bignell on Ph: 07 3330 4363

Closing Date: Friday, 14 April 2023

CANUNGRA BOWLS CLUB

By Ray Hickson

Wednesday 22 Febru-

ary: Paddle Pop Pairs sponsored by RSK Tippers. Weekly prize donated by Canungra Hotel. 18 Players. Winner of the day Wayne Reiser with 4 + 31.

Wednesday 1 March: Paddle Pop Pairs. 12 players. Winner of the day Bob Kirkright 4 + 36.

Wednesday 8 March: Paddle Pop Pairs. 14 players. Winner of the day Jonathan Seagull with 4 + 28.

Wednesday 15 March: Paddle Pop Pairs. 14 players. Winner of the day Jonathan Seagull with 4 + 31.

Wednesday 22 March: Paddle Pop Pairs. 16 players. Winner of the day Geoff Rixon with 4 + 31.

Sunday 5 March: Robina Rebels Visit sponsored by Canungra Hotel. A full green with eight rinks of Triples after morning tea, then 21 ends of bowls and lunch a good day was held by all.

Friday 10 March: Ladies 4s Championship. Final Winners Val Reiser, Jacqui Chadwick,

Wendy Coleman and Kerri Weston (Skip) 23 defeated Donna Rixon, Ray Hickson, Ann Noris and Jean Ball (Skip) 14. Congratulations Ladies well done!

Sunday 12 March: 5 a Side Day. 12 teams played. Winners team from Helensvale Ben Grotegoed, Pam Grotegoed, Ray Gnjidic, Jovanka Gnjidic and Allan Clements (Skip) with 65 points. Runner Up team from Burleigh Brian Bottrell, Jonathan Seagull, Annie Chapman and Mike Lawrence (Skip) with 63 points. Third was a team from Canungra Joseph O’Flaherty, Kay Upton, Rod Duncan, Val Reiser and Bob Domjahn (Skip) with 58 points.

Tuesday 21 March: Wall Plaque Competition. Canungra 68 points D McKenzie Park 54 points. Highest rink win to Canungra with + 8 points.

Sunday 26 March: Canungra Hotel Fours. Winners Joseph O’Flaherty, Jane, Daryl Lee and Jonathan Seagull (Skip) with 4 + 16. Runner Up Jan Llewelyn, Rod Duncan, Dave Cole-

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man and Bruce Williams (Skip) with 4 + 12.

Men’s Club Championship Pairs First Round: Joseph O’Flaherty and

Saturday 8 April Mixed Triples day sponsored by Wayne and Val Reiser

Monday 17 April Ladies Pairs Championship Final

Monday 24 April Ladies Singles Championship Final

Sunday 30 April May Finch Mixed Four’s Day

Bruce Williams 24 points

D Rod Duncan and Geoff Rixon 9 points; Brian Harrison and Mykal Prosser 29 points D Mark

Passanti and Colin Lee 7 points; Stuart Warren and Peter Shoebridge 27 points D Peter Hickson and Peter Jervis 9 points.

Winners of the Ladies Four’s Championship 2023 - Jacqui Chadwick, Kerri Weston (Skip), Wendy Coleman and Val Reiser. Image supplied.

RESILIENCE ROADMAP SUMMARY

WHAT ARE WE SEEKING FEEDBACK ON?

The Waste Service Resilience Roadmap includes a range of options that Council can action to increase waste management resilience now and into the future.

To join the conversation scan the QR code or visit letstalk. scenicrim. qld.gov.au

Consultation closes week commencing 1 May 2023.

The Scenic Rim is regularly impacted by natural disasters and more often than not, the impacts from these events result in the disruption of the provision of essential waste services to our communities.

Scenic Rim Regional Council’s Waste Service Resilience Roadmap will assist us to:

Provide

This project grant received funding from the Australian Government.

SPORT

Canungra Owls U11s vs Robina City

Photos by Keer Moriarty

Sonny Finch

Kurtis King

George Mahony

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Lucia Salusbury and Gracie Nieper

Soccer season kicks off!

Canungra Owls 2023 season kicked off with players stoic in very hot conditions.

U15 Girls

After starting the season battling the midday heat, the U15 girls played their second game on a cool Friday night at Pacific Pines.

Coach Mitch Tomlinson congratulated the team on a good game, asking them to remember that, while they enjoyed a convincing win on the night, last season they started in the same style but struggled to win another game for eight or nine rounds.

He reinforced that they will need to stay switched on as the games won’t always be so easy.

His final comments were, “The girls played brave tonight with no

subs, yet still managed to hold control of the game and come away with a convincing win.”

“Great job, girls!”

- Chez Tomlinson

U11s

The under 11’s team for 2023 is filled with a dynamic group of players, some who have many years of experience behind them and others who are just beginning to find their soccer feet.

Within the first few weeks this group has already demonstrated a strong connection to each other and willingness to help and support their team mates.

The first game was an incredible way to open the season with a convincing victory over Southport.

Communication on field was at a high and the

Under 15 girls with Coach Mitch

whole team stepped up and gave it their everything, while supporting those new to the team. Game two was definitely more of a chal-

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of a team that will not be walked over this year, proving to be a challenge to all opponents they face throughout 2023.

- Jennifer Dougherty

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Tomlinson. Photo: Chez Tomlinson.

Canungra Area Golf Club

By Kim Sami

Thank you Scenic Rim Regional Council for the 1000 trees and thank you Nigel Darlington for your hard work planting these out along Snake Creek. Thanks to the support of the Bendigo Bank our practice nets are almost ready to be installed. Thank you also to our hard-working committee for getting this underway.

The first clinic of Get into Golf has come to an end but watch this space for our next Get into Golf clinic run by our PGA Professional David Merriman.

The Friday afternoon Ninja Nine has been very well attended. Come along anytime between 2pm and 3.30pm on Friday afternoons and squeeze in a quick nine holes. You could win one of many Ginja Ninja vouchers. Thanks heaps to Steve and Kym and Ginja Ninja for supporting this event.

For only $205.50 you can become a Full member of the Canungra Area

Golf Club with unlimited golf and all players rights and privileges through until 30th June 2023.

For more information please contact Kim at canungragolf@gmail.com.

Results

Thursday 23 February: Stableford. Winner Bert Wiedemann (38); Runner Up Luke Ivers (37).

Saturday 25 February: Stableford. Winner Barry Broderick (40); Runner Up Kym Crook (39).

Tuesday 28 February: Stableford. Winner Kym Crook (42); Runner Up Leigh Parsons (39). Longest Putt Kym Crook.

Thursday 2 March: 2023 Stroke and Putt.

Monthly Medal. Winner Alf Carter (66); Runner Up Cam Spalding (69). Putts Neil Connolly (23).

Saturday 4 March:

Stroke and Putt. Monthly Medal. Winner Julie Carter (65); Runner Up Nick Jago (66) CB; third place Neil Connolly (66) CB. Putts Nick Jago (23).

Tuesday 7 March: 2023

Stroke and Putt. Monthly Medal Winner Nora

Jones (71); Runner Up Pam McAllan (74). Longest Putt Nora Jones. Putts Nora Jones (27).

Thursday 9 March: Men’s Foursome. (27 holes). Winners Ross Jackson and Steve Crook (105.5); Runners Up Kerry Flood and Chris Murphy (106.5).

Saturday 11 February: Stableford Winner Nora Jones (39); Runner Up Chris Murphy (38); third place Dave McGuiness (37)CB.

Tuesday 14 March: Irish 4 Ball Stableford. Winners Fireproof Matches (Kym Crook, Bronwyne Brown and Di Kuhnemann (75); Runners Up Shamrock Shiela’s (Julie Carter, Lol Hopkins and Elaine Broadbent) (71). Individual Winner Pam McAllan (38). Longest Putt Kim Sami.

Thursday 16 March: Stableford. Winner Stu Fletcher (46); Runner Up

Ken Gear (42)CB; third place Alf Carter (42).

Saturday 18th March: Stroke and Putt. Carry the Flag. Winner Cameron Spalding Winner Luke Ivers (-2) CB; Runner Up Brett Beanland (-2) CB; third place Cameron Spalding (-2) CB. Putts Cam Spalding. Congratulations to Greg Johnson who scored an Eagle on the fourth.

Tuesday 21 March: Two

person Ambrose (Bring along a friend day) –Winners Kym Crook and Michelle Day (64.75); Runners Up Kathy Darlington and Elaine Broadbent (68.5). Longest Putt Sue Jago and Amy Pedler

Thursday 23 March: Stableford. Winner Peter Kit (39) Runner Up Dave McGuinness (35); third place Steve Crook (34) CB.

Ninja Nine on Friday afternoon proving very successful - Kym Crook, Bob Flitton, Michelle Day, Mark Broadbent and Steve Crook. Photo supplied.

Hard work and dedication pay off

By Keer Moriarty

Canungra Muay Thai fighter Asiya Hickey is the new WKBF South Pacific Flyweight Champion.

Hickey won the title in a hard fought match over five rounds against Ashley Nesbitt from New Zealand.

Coach David Torrens of Canungra Muay Thai said the match, held at Bracken Ridge Indoor Sports Centre on 11 March, was very close but 15 year old Asiya found the extra bit of strength and determination to come out in the last round and dominate.

Torrens praised Hickey’s dedication to the sport, saying her dedication and consistent training has paid off.

“She trains every day, every day since she started training with me at eight years of age,” he said.

“She trains three days with me then she spars with Kimmy (Townsend) two days a week.”

Hickey said she knew she had won at the end of the fight and is looking

forward to her next fight.

She enjoys exercising and runs four kilometres a day before training at the Canungra Muay Thai gym for two hours.

She often trains with 34 year old sparring partner, Kim Townsend.

Asiya’s mother, Jo Hickey thanked Torrens for the time he spends

training fighters at the gym, crediting his encouragement and consistent training methods for Asiya’s love of the sport and success.

Torrens believes Asiya still has room for im

provement and is looking for an Australian title for Asiya’s next fight.

Above: David Torrens with Asiya Hickey, Josh and Cameron Torrens, Kim Townsend from Canungra Muay Thai after the fight.

Right: Asiya when she started training with Canungra Muay Thai, age 9. Images supplied.