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Ricky von Blanckensee, 18, Derek Lange, 11, June Lange, 30, and Shayne Parker, 9, were electrocuted in Cooroy Creek in December 1981.
Forgotten tragedy of Cooroy Creek BY ALEX PURCELL FOR 40 years, one of the biggest tragedies in Cooroy has been largely forgotten. Four people, including two children, were electrocuted in Cooroy Creek in 1981. Derek Lange, 11, his mother June, 30, Shayne Parker, 9 and Ricky von Blanckensee, 18 were all killed on Saturday 5 December 1981 in a tragic accident. Husband of June and father of Derek, Terry Lange told the Cooroy Rag that because they lived in one of the two houses in front of the creek, the kids played in it “all the time”. But on this day, a hot December afternoon, they had made them a raft. “We had quite a bit of rain
beforehand and the creek always flooded. Water used to come up to the front steps of the house and we’d have to park the car up the street. “This day, the water had gone down but was still running reasonably well. “Derek and Shayne
were on the raft and they grabbed a wire hanging over the creek to pull themselves along. But the wire was 'live' and nobody knew.” Tragically, the two Cooroy State School students were killed instantly. Terry said that he was inside the house when “all hell broke loose”. “We were planning a hungi for North Coast Sawmills' (our work) Social Club and [along with fellow worker, George Parker] had been out getting river rocks. “We were inside when my youngest came running in and said: ‘They’ve fallen in the creek and are not coming up’.” Terry raced outside and jumped into the creek - only to sink to the bottom.
“I jumped in but couldn’t move because of the electricity. As soon as I hit the water I sank to the bottom. “George and the others came out behind me and they dragged me out.” It was then that they discovered that Ricky von Blanckensee had also been killed. “None of us knew Ricky was in there.” The 18-year-old had jumped into the water after June to try and help. June and Ricky would later receive bravery awards for sacrificing their own lives. Ricky’s older brother, Cliff van Blankensee told the Cooroy Rag, that was just the way Ricky was. “He was very gentle and loving to everybody and anybody. He was a nice
young fella.” Cliff said he had been at his in-laws and it wasn’t until he got home that he learned the news of Ricky’s passing. “My brother was at the door waiting for us when we got home and told us the news. It was hard to believe. “It knocked a lot out of all of us but Dad took it really, really hard. He kept saying kids are supposed to bury their parents not the other way around.” Shayne’s father, George Parker told the Cooroy Rag that it’s something you never really get over. “It’s taken a long time but you never really get over something like this. “Shayne was a very thoughtful young fella. He’d bring a rose home for his mother. He loved his sport.”
Both George and Terry suffered electric shocks from the water as they tried desperately to save the four in the creek. They too would be awarded bravery medals for their actions. How the wire, believed to be inactive, became live was later the focus of a lengthy investigation. Despite investigation it was never determined exactly how power had got to the line. “We don’t have an answer which is sad,” Cliff said. And while an answer may never be determined now, there is an opportunity to remind locals and inform visitors to Cooroy about those who tragically died. Continued, page 3
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INSIDE THIS EDITION Forgotten tragedy of Cooroy Creek............... 1 & 3
Cooroy Rag editor, Alex Purcell
Hoons targeted by police..... 3 WORK is not work when you do something you love. I was having this conversation with my eight-yearold son as he watched me work on this edition of the paper over the school holidays. I explained that if you are lucky enough to know what it is you want to do and do it, it is not work but a labour of love. For me, I knew I wanted to be a writer from the moment my Year 6 teacher, Mrs Terri Watson at Cooroy State School, gave our class a story writing project. I wrote a story about a crime-fighting dog. And I haven’t stopped writing since. Even after 15 years as a journalist, writing isn’t work. It is an opportunity to make a difference, to give someone a voice, to champion and advocate for a community, to unite and provide change. And I feel we have done that in the past 12 months since restarting your community newspaper. But this edition is in a league of its own. I’d like to thank the families of the Cooroy Creek tragedy for bravely re-living this nightmare so that our community can embrace the memory of those we lost. And hopefully, we will be able to erect a memorial in honour of June, Derek, Shayne and Ricky so that no one forgets. Your editor,
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Kin Kin Quarry interim hearing................................ 5 Cooroy Rag story taken to halls of power...................... 6 Ball funds to double SunnyKids' services........... 6 Kerry says thanks for the memories............................. 7 Couple's 'I do' take two........... 8 THIS ‘guess who?’ photo of Cooroy High School’s 1965 Form 8C appeared in The Cooroy Rag Vol. 17 No. 10 on 18 March 1987. Do you recognise any faces?
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Call to remember lives lost in Cooroy Creek From page 1 The Cooroy Rag has applied to Noosa Council for approval to erect a memorial at the site of the Lange’s home, where the new Hinterland Adventure Playground is being constructed, to remember June, Ricky, Derek and Shayne. Noosa Council reviews all plaque and memorial applications on a quarterly basis, so while a formal answer might be months away, Mayor Clare Stewart told the Cooroy Rag she wholly supports it. “This tragedy is a significant event in our history and those who died deserve to be remembered. "I support this memorial 100 per cent and will do anything I can in line with Council processes to help make it happen and bring some level of closure to these families.” Ricky’s brother Cliff said that their family is thrilled by the idea of a memorial. “There’s a lot of people
Newspaper articles from 1981 recall the tragic events surrounding the electrocution of four people in Cooroy Creek.
I’ve met over the years who don’t know about it. It didn’t seem to have the reach that publicity has today. “It would have been one of the biggest tragedies in the area.” Shayne’s father George said that he feels people don’t remember and it would be nice to have a memorial to
remind them. “The family would be very happy to have a memorial there. It was a major event in the area and I don’t think people remember.” June’s daughter and Derek’s sister, Rachelle Dewhurst told the Cooroy Rag that the idea of a memorial pleases their family
immensely. “We would like a memorial to remember the loved ones who passed on that day and for what we have all lost along the way.” George said anything they can do to help see a memorial happen, they will. “We’re really grateful for what you [the Cooroy Rag] are trying to do.”
Hoons targeted by police BY COOROY POLICE COOROY Police continue to receive regular reports of hooning activity in the vicinity of the Old Bruce Highway, Federal and the Lake McDonald areas. Hooning is also occurring in other areas and intersections around the Noosa Hinterland as is evident from huge burnout marks left on the road. Recently, police have prosecuted a number of offenders for various hooning offences when they were caught red-handed by police patrols. Police action in these instances includes confiscating number plates for three months for first time offenders, which prevents the driver from driving the vehicle for that period of time. Any offences after that date result in the offender forfeiting their vehicle and it being sold at auction, so obviously, this is a huge deterrent for continued hooning. Police are often assisted by members of the community forwarding dashcam footage and also by eyewitness versions so a prosecution can commence. Of course, the problem is actually catching the hooning and getting enough evidence to prosecute, as most of these
offences are occurring late at night and early in the morning. Police are deploying both overt and covert measures to monitor these problem areas so once an offender is caught the first time, the behaviour is usually brought under control by the threat of forfeiting the vehicle to auction. As has been previously reported, there has been a number of break and enter offences reported where business properties in the Cooroy Industrial precinct have been targeted. A suspect vehicle has been observed in the vicinity of these offences, so police are requesting members of the public to provide information if they know anything about these matters or recognise the vehicle above. These offenders are targeting copper wire products and also electrical tools. Information can be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers 1800 333 000 or by calling the policelink number of 131 444.
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Go Noosa Free Buses locked in for Christmas THE full suite of Go Noosa Free Holiday Buses will be back for Christmas 2021. Mayor Clare Stewart said that the popularity of the program and the benefits of providing alternatives to the car, made it an easy decision for Council to make. “We all know that Christmas and Easter are our peak times for traffic congestion in Noosa, and anything that makes getting around easier and avoids circulating for a car park, is a bonus for everyone.” “Local businesses had another incredibly tough year with trading restrictions and closed borders, so making it easier for locals and visitors to get out and about during these peak holidays
will hopefully go some way toward helping these businesses bounce back.” Subject to TransLink approvals, travel will be free on TransLink buses servicing Noosa Parklands, Tewantin, Noosa Civic, Cooroy, Cooran and Pomona. Council’s Go Noosa Loop Bus is also here to stay. The Loop Bus will again service a park-and-ride facility at the Weyba Road AFL ground and The J, every 15 minutes until 7pm and half hourly until 10pm. Both sites have ample parking. To accommodate parking demand from those who do drive in, Council will again offer paid parking in the Lions Park at Noosa Heads, with this managed by the
Tewantin Noosa Lions Club. “Fifty per cent of the proceeds from this paid parking will go to Tewantin Noosa Lions Club to fund its good work in the community.” Council will continue to encourage residents and visitors to consider alternative transport options including the Noosa Ferry, e-scooter, e-bike and bike providers. Cr Stewart said that the initiatives will all help make getting around Noosa easier for both locals and visitors. Council’s Go Noosa initiatives aim to reduce traffic congestion by providing relaxed and fun alternatives to travelling around Noosa by private car.
Hinterland bridge replacements begin REPLACEMENT of Tablelands Bridge B in Cooran and Wahpunga Lane Bridge in Kin Kin will begin later this month. Construction company SGQ Pty Ltd has been awarded the contract to replace the bridges. Council’s Director Infrastructure Services, Larry Sengstock, said this contract would deliver much-needed infrastructure improvements to the Hinterland. “The replacement of each of the timber, singlelane bridges with a wider concrete, single-lane bridge in line with current standards will improve access and safety. “The new bridges will also have the added bonus of less maintenance, and a design life of 100 years. “The work will not only benefit residents, but also the many visitors that frequent these popular areas, which are home to the Noosa Trail Network and the James
McKane Lookout.” Mr Sengstock said Council appreciated that the Cooran and Kin Kin communities were keen to see work get underway. “The tender process took longer than expected but it was important Council took the time to conduct further investigations for these complex projects before proceeding with awarding the tender." Some of the additional issues investigated included considerations of resident
access during construction, environment and native title, site constraints and lead time for ordering construction materials in a heated market. “Construction will start on the bridges in October, with Tablelands Bridge expected to be finished this calendar year and Wahpunga Lane Bridge by the end of this financial year. “One of the first tasks SGQ has been asked to do is to check in with residents, as working with the local communities to minimise construction impacts is a high priority." Over $4 million is set to be spent on vital hinterland infrastructure this financial year. The Hinterland Bridge replacement project is a joint initiative of the Australian Government and the Noosa Council as part of the Bridges Renewal Program. The Australian Government has contributed $2 million of funding to this project.
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NOOSA Council has formally filed proceedings in its case against Kin Kin Quarry operator Cordwell Resources. November 12 has been set aside for the initial hearing of the case. At the hearing, Council will seek interim enforcement orders for all quarry truck movements to cease during school bus hours. The hearing is expected to take half-day before his Honour Judge Long SC in Maroochydore. Cordwell Resources will have the opportunity to respond to the proceedings by filing and serving affidavit material. Legal representatives for Council and Cordwell Resources will appear in court and will prepare
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SUNNYKIDS’ Cooroy Family Support Centre will use the $280,000 it received as the major beneficiary of the Mingle with the Mayor Ball to double their services in the Noosa Shire. Receiving the cheque from WomenKind Inc. SunnyKids Cooroy General Manager Kathleen Hope said they intend to immediately invest these funds into the SunnyKids Cooroy Family Support Centre by increasing the centre to full-time. “In addition, with the support of Noosa Council, we will establish a second site in Noosa providing a full-time counselling service to those in need. "This is an absolutely fantastic result for increased services. However, and more importantly, this event helped raise awareness of this important issue and the effects on children, in particular, living with trauma.” Seventy per cent of the children SunnyKids support are from homes experiencing domestic and family violence. “SunnyKids have been working hard to support women and children experiencing violence and harm in the Noosa Shire for many years. With limited resources, we have struggled to
meet the need in the area and established a waiting list mid-2020 for the first time ever.” Noosa Mayor Clare Stewart highlighted the importance of the community coming together in solidarity against violence of all forms. “We all have a responsibility to protect those affected by violence and the Noosa community really do stand up together to make a difference. I am so proud of the Noosa community for standing up for their own and saying enough is enough.” The Mingle with the Mayor
Ball at Sofitel Noosa in August raised over $280,000 for SunnyKids and $5000 for the charity No More Fake Smiles. Kathleen said they were overwhelmed by the response. “At a board retreat back in February, we had a magic wand activity where we identified all our programs and said what we wanted them to look like if we had a magic wand. And our magic wand for Cooroy was to make it a full-time service and in addition to that, double our service. “This would not be possible without the hard work and tireless efforts of the organising committee of WomenKind Inc. led by Josanne Falla who moved heaven and earth to bring the Ball together.” SunnyKids has been engaged in a combination of early intervention, crisis work and intensive family support on the Sunshine Coast for 20 years with the Cooroy Family Support Centre providing emergency accommodation and counselling. If you or someone you know are experiencing family or domestic violence contact SunnyKids on 5447 7747.
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Kerry says thanks for the memories AFTER more than 14 years at the Cooroy RSL, Kerry Gollagher is embarking on a new adventure and she’s thanking Cooroy for the treasured memories. Kerry told the Cooroy Rag that her first tie with the Cooroy RSL started in 2001 when she married her husband, Paul. “We held our wedding reception at the club, way before any renovations. We were looked after very well by the “face of the Club”, Leanne. She was the functions manager at the time. “Little did I know that five years later, I would join the team of the Cooroy RSL.” Kerry said she originally started on the reception desk, greeting members and performing general admin duties. “I would meet hubby, Paul, at 4.45pm (after he finished work) on the steps behind the Memorial Hall with our two young children for a quick swap over so I could attend work. “Over the years and after many staff changes, I ended up moving to the back office and taking care of all financial duties including monthly reporting to the board with figures, as well as ensuring suppliers, staff and every-
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spoil me with the most amazing presents. I would always get excited when the festive season was close. “I would like to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of my beautiful customers whom I have had the pleasure of assisting in my time. I will miss each and every one of you. “From Mr Durrington with his horse race tips to Mr Buckenham giving me a hard time about my beloved Broncos - you all have a special place in my heart. “If anyone needs any assistance, Leanne will have my contact details. Stay safe Cooroy. Be nice to one another.”
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COVID, and further restrictions threatened to impact this year’s nuptials. “We were supposed to get married on August 1 last year but decided to put it off,” Mollie told the Cooroy Rag. But instead of letting the date slip by, Mollie and Alex held a “fake wedding” also at Thirlestane Cottage on the day, complete with an op-shop wedding dress. “It was so much fun.” But it was nothing compared to the real thing.
Paying homage to their heritage, as Mollie grew up in Edinburgh in Scotland and Alex’s family is from Isle of Skye, the men wore traditional kilts and the couple celebrated with a traditional feast. The couple sourced flowers from Rambling Rose in Cooroy and the cake was made by Ritchies Bakery. “We also used numerous other Sunshine Coast vendors. They were fantastic.” Congratulations Mollie and Alex!
Elsie celebrates 100 years COOROY’S newest centenarian has celebrated this milestone with family and friends. Elsie Dalzell turned 100 years of age at the end of September. Daughter Lyn Mulder told the Cooroy Rag that family and friends
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How butter was made at the Cooroy Butter Factory IF these walls could talk, imagine the tales they could tell. For 90 years, the impressive brick building of the Cooroy Butter Factory has sat witness to the changes in the eras gone by. The Cooroy Rag was lucky enough to accompany former Wide Bay Co-Op Butter Factory worker, Alan Kenzler, for a tour of the Butter Factory and how it used to work during its heyday of production. Cooroy local, Alan, worked at the Maple Street factory for 16 years from 1950 to 1966, first as a general hand, then a cream tester, a cream grader and in the main position as a cream pasteuriser. Cream was delivered Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday for only two months of the summer. He said the week began early on a Monday morning with the cutting of the butter for the locals. “There was a machine that would cut the butter into pound and half-pound blocks. As you turned the handles it would squeeze the butter through a set of wires. “One guy would be turning the handle, while another grabbed the butter being cut off and put it on a table behind them. Every pound of butter was individually weighed and adjusted if necessary. Then two men would wrap it in paper and repack it into the butter boxes.” One churn a week was made for the locals. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning the butter would be cut into pounds (to be bought directly from the Butter Factory), before the trucks carrying the cream from dairy farms in the local area arrived at 9.45am.
“The cream carriers would unload the cans of cream onto the veranda and sort them. We would then roll the cans through the doors and weigh each can on the scales before lining the cans up and taking their lids off. “The cream grader would take a little mug, and using a spoon, take a sample from each can to smell and taste. If it was good cream, the lid stayed where it was, but if the cream had a bad taste, the lid was put back on. If it was cream to be used to make butter for the locals, the lid was turned on its side.” There were two grades of cream: choice (best) and first grade (second best). “The cream tester would then test the
The butter factory in operation when Alan worked there. Photo courtesy of Rob Jeffs
300 gallons and one about 150 gallons. Two men then emptied the cream into their appropriate grades and passed the cans along to be washed.” Once graded and tested, the cream would then be pasteurised in a twin-leg stainless steel Alan Kenzler vacreator. “To pasteurise the cream, it cream from each supplier for butterfat was heated to 210 degrees Fahrenheit. content . Using a pipette, he would take The cream was then temporarily cooled a sample from each cream can from one supplier, add hydrochloric acid and hot water. by running it over coils. It was then further cooled to 20-30 degrees Fahrenheit by He’d put this in a Babcock tester, whirl it, and running it over another set of coils filled with then measure the height of the butterfat with brine.” a measurer. This brine was kept in a large pit in what is “There were three stainless steel vats now the Artisan Store. situated on the pasteurising floor, two about
“A couple of thousand gallons of brine was kept here. We would get blocks of calcium in 44-gallon drums, which we would add to the brine, so it wouldn’t freeze as it was pumped through the coil system to cool the cream down. This was only necessary once or twice a year. “The cooled and pasteurised cream was pumped upstairs into holding vats. These insulated vats, two 500 gallons, one being 400 gallons and one being 1000 gallons, had a total holding capacity of around 2400 gallons of cream. The cream was held here until we used it to make butter the following morning.” After lunch, the cream carriers from Cooran and Kin Kin would arrive and the process would begin again. Continued page 11
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The butter factory's boiler. Photo courtesy of Rob Jeffs
“Afterwards, the empty cream cans would be turned upside down onto a four-base stand so that jets of steam could spray up into the cans to melt any dregs of cream. “Once this was done, we had a washing machine (that would take five cans at a time) where we sterilised the cans using soda water and steam. The clean cans were then placed on racks for the cream carriers to collect. “Once all the cream was pasteurised, the entire floors, strainers and equipment was hosed down by high-pressure water.” On Tuesday mornings, the steam engine manager would start early to get the fires going before the butter maker arrived. “The cream would be piped down from the holding floor into three wooden churns below. We’d fill these churns half full with cream and using belts driven by the steam engine outside in the engine room, churn the cream. “From the very late 60s, the Factory was powered by electricity, but the boiler was used for steam and the hot water. “After it had been churned, a valve was opened to release the buttermilk. There were two drains that ran under the vats, one for buttermilk and one for wastewater. “The buttermilk drain ran out to a pit where the buttermilk would go before being piped, through a two-inch pipe, to the piggery up the road [Jarrah Street]. We’d give the steam whistle a toot to let the farmer know it was coming. “Using water that had been pumped from the well [the old Butter Factory well that the Cooroy Rag helped rediscover recently] across the road and into tanks to be treated with chlorine, the butter was washed and drained twice. At this stage the salt would be added.
“If there were 300 gallons of cream in the churn, the salt was calculated by the number of pounds of butter it would make and the butter maker would add the required amount. “We did make unsalted butter as well, but salted butter was the main product.” Afterwards, the washed butter would be rolled in the churn to work it into a mass. “The butter maker would then take a sample in a little mug, weigh it, put the mug on a little methylated spirits burner, melt it, and then weigh it again to know how much water was in the butter. “There had to be a certain percentage of water in the butter. If it didn’t have enough water, extra water would be added to the butter and it would be reworked for a few minutes and retested again.” When it was perfect, the finished butter would be emptied out on a big wooden tray. “We used a wire to slice the mass into smaller pieces to manhandle. We’d then put the blocks in a hopper to cut it into 56-pound blocks. These blocks were then weighed to check they were 56 pounds exactly.” Butter that was to be transported, was then processed by rolling it with wooden rollers to smooth each surface, wrapping it in parchment paper, tipping it into a wooden box that had been handmade onsite, rolling its top with another roller that would leave dimples in the butter’s surface, and stamping it with stamp that read ‘Australia’. “These boxes were stacked on another set of rollers and stamped with the date before being stored in the cold room, that was kept cold using ammonia pipework. We sent butter by rail to Brisbane every Wednesday. Boxes would be placed on rollers and rolled out of the window of the cold room straight onto the wagon. Several tonnes of butter were processed weekly and sent to the Butter Board in Brisbane for export.” Outside the Butter Factory there were other buildings, where work instrumental to the making of butter was performed. “The boiler room had a massive big boiler that was fed with cordwood stacks of brush timber, which had been cut by axe and later by chainsaw. In the box shed, one box maker would be making all the boxes for the butter. Sometimes we’d go and help because we could go through 100 boxes a day.” Alan and fellow butter factory workers wore white overalls, white aprons and specially made clogs. “They were supplied by Cooroy Shoe Shop and had a leather upper and a wooden sole with a metal horseshoe on the bottom because we were walking through water all the time.”
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system to reorganise, taking into account the client’s personality and their family situation. “I also declutter for those who want to put their property up for sale. We go through room by room and identify what they don’t want to take. “By sorting out their possessions beforehand, they move into their new place with only the possessions that they want. “If they are downsizing, they sometimes need assistance with minimising their possessions.” Rebecca begins with an initial complimentary consultation in order to get to know the client. “We chat about what they’re looking for, their goals, their preferences and how their family operates. “I work with their organising style first, and then their space and possessions. Some people are visual and like their possessions out to see. Others like theirs behind closed doors.
“Different systems work for different people.” After 15 years of professionally decluttering, Rebecca said that she can walk into a home and immediately see what is working or not working for them. “I then concentrate on what system is working and apply that to areas that aren’t working. “Different systems work for different people. It takes a lot of confidence for people feeling overwhelmed and uncomfortable to ask for help and my job is to make them feel comfortable and help them. “That’s what I like, working with all the different people and different situations. To me it is not work at all, I love it.” Rebecca’s love of professional organising began many years ago as a nanny. “I nannied in Australia and the UK for some time and basically, I was the organiser of everything. I was responsible for the
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children and it came very naturally for me to be able to organise them. “Professional organising is an extension of this time and working with different families and learning styles. I was able to see the differences and what works for one person works differently for someone else’s circumstances.” Rebecca later worked in management rights and the relocation industry, honing her skills in decluttering, packing, unpacking and home set up. “All those experiences have helped me help other people.” Rebecca offers four, six and eight hour sessions where she physically does the work while teaching the client how to maintain the system they set up. “The length of time required to complete decluttering, organising, and unpacking tasks is determined by the client’s goals, how quickly they make decisions and the volume of possessions in
their home. “A four hour session is a great starting point. Six and eight hours see considerable results.” Rebecca also has a maintenance program, where she revisits the client three or six months later and a referral program. “People who have already used me can get a discount when I go back to them if they refer me.” If you’re feeling overwhelmed and uncomfortable by
possessions, give Rebecca at Ogilvy Lifestyle Solutions a call on 0483 812 806. “I do a lot of work in Noosa, Cooroy, Kenilworth and Eumundi but service the whole Coast. I am also COVID safe and have had training in infection control.”
Sunshine Mitre 10 invests in lifesaving defibrillators COOROY’S Sunshine Mitre 10 has invested in a new piece of lifesaving equipment. Our Maple St hardware store now has a defibrillator. In fact, all 18 Sunshine Mitre 10 stores in Queensland do. Sunshine Mitre 10 General Manager, Neil Hutchins, said that the defibrillators were an investment in emergency health care not just for their staff, but for their communities as well. “We have over 400 staff across our locations, and we take our duty of care to them very seriously. So we have first aid officers at each location, and now we also have defibrillators, which can help save lives for anyone experiencing a sudden cardiac arrest. “But it’s not only that. As many of our stores are in regional and remote locations, by having a defibrillator onsite,these lifesaving devices are more accessible to the local communities. “And while it’s a very big investment of over $35,000, if we can save just one life, it will be money very well spent. “These machines really can mean the difference between life and death. So we need more of them in
Sunshine Mitre 10 Cooroy Store Manager Robbo McInnes with the defibrillator.
the community.” Mr Hutchins said that Sunshine Mitre 10 had sourced the defibrillators
from iHeart180, a company founded by Guy Leech in 2016, after he lost a mate to sudden cardiac arrest.
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New chiropractic clinic in Cooroy to have spines smiling “Our practice is open and welcoming to everyone. We treat a broad range of ages from newborn babies to the elderly and all walks of life. “Specific areas of interest are chronic case management, community health initiatives and postural correction.” Chris uses a range of chiropractic techniques including gentle manual adjusting, drop piece, activator and syntropy. Steph, who is currently on maternity leave with the couple’s two young children, Lenny, 4 and Goldie, almost 1, will start treating in 2022. “My special areas of interest are support for women through pregnancy, children’s development and family care.” Book a complimentary postural awareness consultation via the website smilingspines.com.au or visit the clinic at 4a Emerald Street (opposite the IGA) from Tuesday to Saturday. Chris, Steph and children Lenny and Goldie outside their new business Smiling Spines
COOROY’S Jamaica Blue Owner, Nick Comino, is celebrating two milestones. The first milestone is nine years of business at the Emerald Street cafe. The second is the purchase of a second cafe, Jamaica Blue in Noosa Civic, five months ago. Nick told the Cooroy Rag the last nine years have been a blast. “Jamaica Blue is one of the longest standing cafes in Cooroy and we are would like to thank all of our lovely customers for your support over the years. Cooroy is such a wonderful spot and we still have that country town feel that we all love. As I say to my clients, ‘another day in paradise’. “October is the Cooroy cafe’s birthday month so look out for our celebration day coming up. We will be putting on free coffee and birthday cake towards the end of the month.” And as of the first of October, Jamaica Blue Cooroy is launching new deals. Tuesdays is two for one on all hot beverages after 11am, Friday is beer and burger day for $20 and every day is $9 medium coffee and scone, or bacon and egg roll and small coffee for $12.
Say hi to Nick at Jamaica Blue in Cooroy.
Nick said there has been a lot of running back and forth between both stores and he has been spending a lot of time in Noosa getting the new store up and running. “But now customers can get the same quality coffee and food and service in Noosa and I’ll be coming back to spend more time at Cooroy. So Cooroy customers will be seeing my face there more regularly.” Pop down to Jamaica Blue in October to grab a birthday special and say hello to Nick. Open 7am to 3pm Monday to Friday and 7.30am to 2pm on weekends at 2A Emerald Street, Cooroy.
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Happy 100th birthday to our Majestic Theatre!
2021 Show a big hit
Member for Noosa Sandy Bolton, Majestic Theatre President Vince Scheenhouwer, Councillor Karen Finzel and Deputy Mayor Frank Wilkie.
and the community. Those in attendance enjoyed a closing performance by Arioso Ensemble, and witnessed the historical laying of two stars on the pavement, one for the 100 years that the theatre has stood at 3 Factory Street Pomona, and one for Organ Builder Don Clark, who
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worked alongside John Brooks (deceased) for six and a half years to bring the Compton Organ back to life, and who still maintains the organ, keeping it in tip-top shape. No doubt The Majestic Theatre Pomona will be standing proudly for many years to come.
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OVER 12,000 people took advantage of the public holiday and good weather to roll up to the Noosa Country Show on Friday and Saturday 10-11 September. The Noosa Show Society President, Charlie Pattison said they were delighted with the event and the diverse groups of people who attended. “There were lots of young families, some grandparents with their grandchildren, teenagers, and older folks as well. “The feedback we have had was that for so many it was the first time they had come to the Show or the first time in many years since they came. It was really gratifying to see that our program was able to appeal to such a cross-section of our community.” Like so many other big events, the Noosa Country Show had to be cancelled last year due to COVID-19 restrictions, and this year the organisers had to operate under new guidelines.
“It was great that masks were not needed to be worn outdoors, but online ticketing, social distancing, and QR code check-in, still had to be organised. Once in the gates though, everyone had a wonderful time.” Crowd favourites were the animal petting zoo, equestrian events, the woodchop, monster truck show, fireworks and the rodeo with 2,000 people alone attending the Saturday night event. The cattle judging also drew a lot of interest, as did the displays of arts, crafts, cookery, and photography. “We are looking forward to building on the success of this year’s show to ensure that our 2022 show, to be held 9 and 10 September, will be even better. “To help with this, we welcome new members to the Society so we can have even more input from the community. Enquiries can be made by phoning the Society on (07) 5485 2331.
All things bright and beautiful FRAGMENTS Ensemble presents All Things Bright and Beautiful at Cooroy Memorial Hall on Sunday 17 October. Fragments Artistic Director and soprano, Judit Molnar, has invited two special guests to join the ensemble for its October concerts: Netherlands-born clarinettist, Rianne Wilschut and Polish – Australian bass clarinettist and composer, Paul Kopetz. Both are experienced national and international performers in chamber and orchestral fields and in addition, Paul’s music has been performed at festivals and concerts throughout the world. With Janet Brewer at the piano, the quartet will be performing “All Things Bright
Paul Kopetz, Janet Brewer, Rianne Wilschut and Judit Molnar..
and Beautiful” and other such poetic pieces by John Rutter, pulsating tangos and the haunting “Oblivion” by Astor Piazzola, four nocturnes by Mozart alongside little quirky numbers by Kodaly, Ligetti and Paul Kopetz. All Things Bright and Beautiful will be a concert to remember featuring extraordinary local musicians and an exquisite programme in
the wonderfully relaxed and warm atmosphere that only chamber music can offer at the Cooroy Memorial Hall. A Fragment’s concert always brings the audience to their feet so please come and enjoy. The concert will be held 2.30pm on Sunday 17 October. Tickets are $35 adult, $30 concession, and $20 students, available at www. fragmentsensemble.com
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Queensland’s largest open studio event begins UNTIL 10 October, over 100 local artists and artisans have opened their studio doors to the public to share their work, inspirations and processes. Two such artists are Rowley Drysdale and Sarah Therese. These local ceramic artists are showing their work at Quixotica Art Space in Cooroy. Quixotica, owned by Rowley, pictured far right, is a creative space that features extensive gardens, some studios, several kilns and a beautiful water-side gallery. It is here that Rowley will have a wide selection of his recent work on display, which includes tableware, ceramic art pieces and some newly created mixed media wall art. Rowley, who has been working with clay for almost four decades now, has received many awards for his work and exhibited often throughout Australia and internationally. He also counts some hundreds of potters as his students over the years and now regularly holds workshops at Quixotica to share his wealth of wheel throwing
and glazing knowledge. For the past 10 years, Sarah, pictured above right, has enjoyed exploring colour, paint and clay. Her artwork is usually colourful and detailed, often inspired by nature in the grounds of Quixotica, where she shares a studio with Rowley. Most recently, she has been working on a series of decorated pots utilising the ancient ceramic art of sgraffito. She plans the designs before drawing them on her wheel-thrown pots, and follows this by many hours of detailed work with underglazes, paintbrushes and stylus tools. Both Rowley and Sarah were recently announced as finalists in this year’s
Ceramic Arts Queensland Award for Excellence, Siliceous. Being a former president of Noosa Open Studios, Sarah has happily participated in this event since its beginnings in 2016, as a visitor, committee member and participating artist. Quixotica Art Space at 151 Musa Vale Road, Cooroy, is open during Noosa Open Studios on 7 to 10 October from 10am to 4pm each day. Discover art like no other on the Noosa Open Studios’ five drive trails, from the beaches to the countryside and throughout Noosa’s many friendly villages. Pick up a trail guide from the Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre or view it online at https://noosaopenstudios. com.au.
Oktoberfest fun is coming to Cooroy on October 9 THE German Bakehouse Cafe and Saw & Mill are proud to present the first annual Oktoberfest. The free family-friendly community event on Saturday 9 October will be filled with Oktoberfest music, German food and beer and Oktoberfest sweets. Get your game face ready for hot dog eating competitions, kids’ pretzel toss and relay races. There will be face painting, balloon artistry, ‘Games
on the Green’ and Frank Carroll’s Sunshine Coast Car Museum. Lifeline is hosting a best-dressed competition so come in your Dirndl or Lederhosen! Supporting local charities Lifeline, Hoofbeats Sanctuary Sunshine Coast, Katie Rose Cottage Hospice, National Breast Cancer Foundation, Noosa State Emergency Service (SES), sponsored by Heads of Noosa Brewing Co., SUPA
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1. Sirah and Martin present Elsie with flowers for her 100th birthday at Sconetime. 2. Noosa Country Show volunteers Shayne, Lisa, Raewyn and Rosemary at the Veggie Monsters stall, where kids could make monsters out of fruit and veg donated by Pomona’s Little Pantry. 3. Martin (Impact Church, Cooroy) and Frank (Noosa Shire Council) at Cooroy Harvest Fresh. 4. Congratulations Mollie and Alex on their wedding! The couple tied the knot at Mollie’s parent’s property Thirlestane Cottage, Cooroy, last month with Mollie’s family (pictured: Tee, Sam, Freya, Josh and Stephen), Alex’s family and friends. 5. Cooroy Rag’s Judy, Jodi, Alex and Committee President Stephen bumped into Noosa Mayor, Clare and former Olympian, Dawn at the QCF 2021 Philanthropy Awards in Brisbane. 6. NDSHS students Jemma and Abby performing at the Noosa Country Show. 7. Rosie and Bob at the Noosa Country Show. 8. Mayor Clare Stewart and ladies having a coffee at The German Bakehouse Cafe. 9. Lisa from Gympie and Kristie from Imbil all dressed up at the Mitchell Creek Rock ‘n’ Blues Festival. 10. Barry and Robyn from the Gold Coast at The Majestic Theatre Pomona for Saturday’s silent film screening.
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What’s on... Noosa Open Studios 2021 UNTIL 10 October, over 100 local artists and artisans have opened their studio doors to the public to share their work, inspirations and processes. Discover art like no other along five drive trails, from the beaches to the countryside, and throughout Noosa’s many friendly villages.Pick up a trail guide from the Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre or view it online at: https:// noosaopenstudios.us12.list-manage. com/track/click?u=7bc8f2de45f17377ecb868672&id=8490da6356&e=b244537ddc
Sconetime at Cooroy Memorial Hall SCONETIME is again in Cooroy Memorial Hall on 12 October 10am -11.30 am. Cost is $8.00 and tickets can be purchased online: https://www.trybooking.com/BUFSC Sconetime creates meaningful community connections, where seniors in our community come together with family and business owners, over fresh hot scones loaded with homemade jam and freshly whipped cream! For all Sconetime events see: https://www. sunshinecoastfoodie.com.au/sunshinecoast-foodie-events/
Dinner with the Mayor A TIME-HONOURED tradition in Cooroy is the annual Dinner with the Mayor and it is always a sell-out event. It is both an informative evening for local residents and business owners and a wonderful social night. The tradition continues this year with
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on October 12 with Mayor Clare Stewart. During the evening, Mayor Clare Stewart will address the attendees, giving an update on the latest news in the Noosa region and providing some personal insights. Guests have the opportunity to mingle and catch up as well as enjoy a delectable two-course dinner. The event is hosted by the Cooroy Chamber of Commerce and held at Saw and Mill. Tickets can be purchased at: https://www. cooroy.com.au/community/cooroy/event/ M494JyJEas9PRWBzY
involved in this not-for-profit organisation as a volunteer and at the same time learn new woodworking skills in a friendly environment under the supervision of its experienced men and women members. Normal opening hours are from 7.30am to midday Monday to Friday. The Shed has a considerable amount of timber in various sizes, lengths and thicknesses for sale as well as products made by volunteers. For further details please call Roy Graham-Measor 0439 311 313
Amamoor 100th celebration
Quiz Night and Silent Auction
YAMAMOOR State School is turning 100 and inviting everyone to join this celebration and reunion on Saturday 16 October from 9am to 3pm at the school. To register your interest or for more information, contact Dianne Cleary on 54843 057, 0468 494 029 or email amamoorss100years@gmail.com.
SATURDAY 9 October at 6pm at Cooroy Memorial Hall the event will fundraise for the Community Pavilion at Cooroy Community Permaculture Gardens. Tickets are $100 for a table of eight. For more information visit: https://www.facebook.com/permaculturenoosa
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THE Cooroy Camphor Laurel Shed, in Mill Place Cooroy, will be conducting an open morning on Saturday 16 October from 8am to midday.
EVERY Tuesday evening from 7pm to 9.30pm, Pat and Norm Young organise a social evening at the Pomona Memorial School of Arts Hall. The cost is $4 and it is a very enjoyable evening as Pat and Norm provide New Vogue as well as Old Time Dancing. Come and be a spectator and see if you will enjoy it. Everyone is welcome.
The shed will be open to the general public. Besides learning about the origins of Camphor Laurel timber and the intended uses of this timber sourced from local areas by the group, this is an opportunity to become
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Cent sale at CWA Hall COOROY CWA Cent Sale is on Saturday 16 October 2021. CWA Hall doors open 12-noon, with the sale starting at 1-30pm. Admission is $2 per person. Afternoon tea will be served, with great prizes to be won. Come along for a fun afternoon. For enquiries, phone Wendy 0n 5447 6140..
Gala 1940’s dance evening THE Gympie RSL Sub Branch proudly presents The James Nash SHS Stage Band and The Andrew Sisters Tribute Show featuring the Miller Horns for a gala 1940’s dance evening on Saturday 6 November at 6.30pm. Cost includes cocktails, canapes and light supper, raffles and prizes. With limited spaces, bookings are essential. Call 5483 7707 or email the secretary@ gympiersl.com.au
Yandina Country Market YANDINA welcomes the Elderly Brothers as guest artists at the country music concert on Sunday 17 October. You guessed it, you will again enjoy the well-loved harmonies of Don and Phil! See you at the ACMA Hall of Fame, 24 Steggalls Road at 12 noon. Doors open 10.30am. You’ll be entertained with traditional country, including more diverse, crowd-pleasing favourites with a great band. Walk-ups welcome. Raffle and door prizes, byo lunch, free tea and coffee. Entry $8. Enquiries 0437 191 004. We operate a Covid-safe system.
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Ukulele Festival for Imbil SUNSHINE Coast Ukulele Masters is very excited to announce the upcoming Sunshine Coast Ukulele Festival 2021. This year it is to be held at the beautiful Borumba Deer Park in Imbil, from 8-10 of October. On Friday and Saturday night, performers include Lazy Leis, Gypsy Rumble, Joe Man Murphy and Accidentally on Purpose. There’ll be lots of workshops for all standards of ukulele playing, fabulous jam
sessions with Pineapple Crush and Duke Ukem, ‘Just Sing’ with Dani Jones and the always popular drumming circle, with John Pascua. Festival organiser, Lynne White, said that there will be merchandise including ukuleles available for purchase from festival sponsor, Music of Noosa. “A ukulele player just can’t have enough ukes! “This is a wonderful and joyful festival, and
everyone is welcome. “The happiness of playing the little ukulele and singing along in a big group of like-minded people of all ages, race and gender, is incomparable. “It brings everyone together for the love of making music and singing, like nothing else can.” Camping sites are available and tickets can be purchased online via the festival at www.sunshinecoastukulelefest.com
Cooroy RSL jazzes it up for Melbourne Cup JAZZ up for this year’s Melbourne Cup function at the Cooroy RSL. The theme is Jazz in the Bird Cage and this year’s entertainment is classy jazz band AQAA. One of the two talented musicians is Anna Quayle, who grew up on the Sunny Coast and studied music and theatre in Wollongong before moving to London for 10 years where she established her theatre performance career.
In AQAA she blends her charisma and energetic style with superb vocals and percussionist skills. The other talented musician is Adrian Alexander, who besides being a multi-instrumentalist, delivers energetic lead and harmony vocals that complete this duo. Guests can enjoy a decadent two course lunch for just $30 per person with main course choices of Atlantic Salmon, 250gm Black Angus sirloin or Chicken Oscar and
the dessert selection of pavlova, sticky date pudding the butterscotch sauce or New York baked cheesecake. The normal menu will also be available. Cooroy RSL is well known for its great Melbourne Cup functions and this year is no different as there is all the fun of Melbourne Cup with the race on the big screen, sweeps and raffles. Call Cooroy RSL to book your seat: (07) 5447 6131.
TAKE a trip back to the late 1960s, with this live musical party night that is paying tribute to Janis Joplin. Don’t miss when this exciting live tribute to the Queen of 60s, Rock ‘n’ Blues comes to Pomona. Brisbane-based vocalist, Janice Smithers, delivers an amazing recreation of Janis Joplin’s unique vocal style and stage persona, and is backed by the rockin’ All-Star Band. The two-hour live show takes the audience on a journey through the life and music of this legendary icon. It is more than a tribute show – JANIS is a wild party, inviting patrons to step back to the Woodstock era and join Janis on a ride through music and stories. Accompanied by narrator Sean Trethaway, and a cast of characters, the story of Joplin’s life is woven through the energetic musical sets. Experience the sound of classic Janis Joplin tracks performed live, such as Piece of My Heart, Me & Bobby McGee, Cry Baby, Ball & Chain, Mercedes Benz and many more. This year celebrates 50 years since the release of Janis Joplin’s iconic PEARL album. The night also incorporates songs of the era by The Doors, Jimi Hendrix and more. Come dressed in your best psychedelic 60s outfit as there will be prizes for the best dressed! Janis Joplin (1943-1970) was one of the most successful rock stars of her era, the psychedelic late 60s. Known for her powerful vocals and electric stage presence, Joplin was lead singer of Big Brother & The Holding Company, and later a solo artist in her own right, even performing an infamous set at Woodstock in 1969. WHAT: JANIS WHEN: Saturday 9 October 7.30pm WHERE: The Majestic Theatre, Pomona TICKETS: www.themajestictheatre.com.au
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PLAYGROUND TAKING SHAPE It’s all happening in Cooroy with construction of new carparks, pathways and a new raised pedestrian crossing to support the Hinterland Playground facility nearing completion. These works will deliver 34 new car spaces on Maple Street and the Lower Hill Heritage area as well as 22 ‘overflow’ parks near the Cooroy Tennis Club. Construction of the Hinterland nature-based, all-abilities playground is also progressing with internal pathways being formed defining and connecting different play spaces within the playground. The amenities building is out of the ground and taking shape and the first batch of mature trees that will provide both visual amenity and effective shade are onsite. Behind the scenes, play equipment, including a rocket ship, are being created using recycled materials that align with the vision of a ‘natural look and feel’ play environment designed to encourage naturebased play. A specialist contractor has arrived onsite to commence installing the various climbing structures and play equipment over the next few months. The project is a joint initiative of Noosa Council and the Queensland Government. Cooroy’s new playground is taking shape.
ILLEGAL DUMPING RISE PROMPTS WARNING Would-be dumpers told to ‘think twice’ as council boosts monitoring program with better use of new technology to help catch offenders. Putting a lid on unsightly illegal rubbish dumping is firmly on council’s radar, with more than $27,000 worth of fines handed out during the 2020/21 financial year. The fines follow investigations into more than 420 reports of littering and dumping during the 12-month period. It’s an uptick on the previous year’s 344 reports and $7000 in fines. Page
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While staff are reviewing data to determine reasons for the increase, Waste Coordinator Ian Florence urged would-be illegal dumpers to “think twice”. “Particularly with larger amounts of dumped rubbish we certainly pursue all possible avenues to track down those responsible, and the fines are significant,” he said. Fines for smaller littering offences start at $275 - and
$551 where dangerous material such as broken glass is involved. “Fines for significant illegal dumping start at $2,135 and can even attract fines in excess of $100,000. “Illegal dumping is not only unsightly, it can harm the environment, it poses health risks, and the costs to ratepayers to remove it and remediate the site are often
significant.” He said council had boosted its monitoring program over the past year to include better use of technology to catch offenders. “But we still can’t be everywhere so we ask anyone who sees illegal dumping to report it as soon as possible.” Contact council on 5329 6500 with any information that may help us identify the offender.
JEN LOVES FACE-TO-FACE CONTACT council’s face-to-face contact remains steady. In the past 12 months, staff handled 10,958 front counter enquiries. There were over 53,000 phone calls during the year. And nearly two-thirds of those enquiries were resolved immediately. “Our officers endeavor to do what they can to answer the enquiry on the spot,” he said. But Jen loves the face to face contact. “We are so fortunate to have a job where we can help,” she said. When she’s not solving a council request, Jen likes to make the most of exploring Noosa’s backyard. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Jen Taylor and Jason Pratt handle hundreds of enquiries daily.
On average, our friendly customer service team handles 260 enquiries a day.
for being and it’s satisfying to be able to help a community I am passionate about,” she said.
In 2020-21, they notched up a total of 71,227 calls, emails and webchats.
“A majority of people are really pleasant and thankful,” she said.
For Jen Taylor, a 13-year veteran of council’s dedicated Customer Service team, she wouldn’t have it any other way.
Customer Service Manager Jason Pratt said the team prides itself on being helpful.
“The customer is our reason
With more customer service moving online these days,
“I try and walk Noosa National Park every weekend or take a stroll down Hastings St. We’re so fortunate to live and work in such a beautiful spot.” However priority number one for Jen is spending quality time with her three grandchildren, with a fourth on the way. While our customer service staff are always here to help, you can access council services 24/7 via our website.
NEED SOME HELP TO GET ONLINE? Have you been given a device but not sure how to use it? Are you wondering about Facebook? Not sure how to spot a scam? Then this program could be for you! Noosa Library Service is offering free tech lessons for seniors to help them gain confidence using their technology. The internet can open up all sorts of new possibilities for making life easier, communicating with friends and family, searching for useful information, managing finances and even shopping. Many seniors have embraced
new technology, but some are still overwhelmed or intimidated by the thought of getting online.
Bridge funding secured Council has successfully secured additional Federal Government funding to start the long-awaited construction of two Hinterland Bridges – Wahpunga Lane Bridge, Kin Kin and Tablelands Road Bridge B, Cooran. Replacement of these key Hinterland Bridges represents an investment of over $4.1million in securing essential connectivity for our Hinterland communities, improving safety and access for residents and visitors alike. Construction on the bridges is anticipated to commence in the coming months, with both Tablelands Bridge and Wahpunga Lane Bridge expected to be completed by the end of this financial year. Residents and motorists will be kept informed as these dates get closer.
Get ready
Fire and storm season is upon us. Are you ready? Get ready by signing up to council’s Noosa Alerts on the Disaster Dashboard at www.disaster.noosa.qld.gov.au. The dashboard also includes up-to-date emergency news, road conditions, power outages, weather warnings, emergency contacts and more.
HINTERLAND ROADS GET A MAKEOVER Our roads resealing program heads to the Hinterland with roads receiving a makeover in Pomona including Ambulance Street, Belwood Place, Pioneer Road, Pottery Street, School Street and Smedley Drive.
Open the door to the online world and join a ‘discover your device’ workshop for iPads and iPhones or Android smartphones and tablets.
We are also visiting Pinbarren to resurface Camphor Road and Weemilah Court and Kin Kin to resurface Pender Creek Road.
Learn how to safely connect with family and friends using Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp in an introduction to social media workshop. Workshops held at Noosaville and Cooroy libraries, Pomona Community House and Peregian Beach Community House.
IN BRIEF
Resurfacing improves safety on our local roads and supports jobs in our local construction industry. Bookings are essential and can be made by phoning 5329 6555 or on the library website: www.libraries.noosa.qld.gov.au
These works are part of the $4.36 million funding for Council under the Local Road and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program.
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ALMOST 200 local primary school kids made the most of the holidays by putting down their devices and picking up bats and balls as Motiv8sports’ two-day Mega Camp Sports Festival rolled into town. For two days, kids played hybrid sports and completed various challenges, while music pumped from the DJ booth at the Noosa District Rugby Fields in Cooroy. Motiv8sports event organiser, Wallace Williams, told the Cooroy Rag that the local kids brought heaps of energy to the local venue. “We have been running these events in Cooroy every school holidays for the past nine months and each time it just keeps getting better and better. “The kids of Cooroy and the surrounding areas bring heaps of energy and we love getting them out in the open fields doing sports, just like we used to when we were kids. “We’ve been running these festivals in the central and southern part of the Sunny Coast for the last three years and we are super-pumped to finally be bringing it to the northern part of the Coast. “The kids up this way certainly don’t disappoint. They get amongst it and we all have an awesome time.” Motiv8sports now has sports festivals and clinics at local schools throughout the term and every school holidays in the Cooroy region. For more info see: www.motiv8sports.com.au
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Movin’ n Groovin month with Gympie RSL Sub Branch OCTOBER is Veterans’ Health Month and Gympie RSL Sub Branch are holding ‘Monster 21 Events’ for Veterans and their families and friends to enjoy. Veteran Services Manager, Martin Muller, said the events are designed to get people of all ages and abilities out and about and moving. “We’ve got everything from a picnic with pets at the Duck Ponds, to a string quartet playing classical music in a spring garden, bus tours to a medieval village in Tiaro, to Maryborough and Cooloola Berries, plus skateboarding, kayaking, high ropes and a boot camp, as well as a family fun weekend with the Veterans’ Retreat. “Oh, and then there are the oldtime dance lessons and dance events for the elderly and those with mobility challenges, and more. We’ve called the month, ‘Movin’ n Groovin’.” The grand finale will be a 1940’s style dance, referencing the wartime era. The event will be held at the Albert Park Bowls Club Hall on 6 November.
“The line-up is brilliant, with the James Nash SHS Stage Band kicking things off. “We’re particularly excited about our main act, The Andrew Sisters Tribute, featuring the Miller Horn Band. “We want to create an experience where people feel they have been transported back in time to the ’40s. “Think Casablanca with an Australian accent. “There has been a huge interest in this showpiece event and we expect it will be a night to remember. “Veterans will be given preference for ticketing but the event is open to the wider community. “It’s going to be a night that we hope people will be talking about for a long time. Check out our calendar of events. There’s something for everybody.” The Gympie RSL Sub Branch recently acquired new premises at 44 Nash Street, Gympie, with the aim to create a centre of wellbeing that provides a range of services to benefit Veterans, their families and the wider Gympie municipality.
From Vietnam to Afghanistan THE Cooroy-Pomona RSL Sub Branch Vietnam Veterans’ Day Memorial Service was held indoors at the Cooroy RSL Club this year due to Covid restrictions. Thirty-six people attended the service, which was officiated by Sub Branch President Patricia Geelan. Pastor Shane Brigg, who attends all of the Sub Branch memorial services, provided spiritual reflections. Patricia’s speech brought to mind the similarities of the final days of the Vietnam and Afghanistan wars. The fall of Saigon was similar to the fall of Kabul. Chaos and desperation overwhelmingly depicted the situation as civilians tried to board aircraft to be evacuated and avoid the certain reprisals from
their enemy. Whilst governments send their troops into war, they do not suffer the after-effects of withdrawing from a war when it is not won. The after-effects are directly suffered by the servicemen and women who participated in the war, and indirectly by their families and loved ones. The after-effects of the withdrawal from Afghanistan may mean that those returned veterans need community help to make sure that they are okay. As Patricia said in her speech, “If you know an Afghanistan veteran, ask them if they are okay, and let them know that the Sub Branch is here to help them.” On their return to Australia, the Vietnam veterans faced protests
against the war, whilst in the current conflict, the Afghanistan veterans face the stigma of war crimes. Veterans in a war zone face an underlying fear of death all the time, especially in situations when civilians and the enemy dress the same. There are no uniforms to identify the enemy they are fighting. When Afghanistan veterans return home, they are not the same person as when they left. This is even more so for those veterans who have made multiple tours into the war zone. If you do know an Afghanistan veteran, or if you come across one, offer them a kind word and endorse what they have done for their country.
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At NOOSA Photo digitisation team Claudia Gaber, Heather West, Margaret Rickard and Carmel Galvin discussing the project.
THE Cooroy Heritage Centre has received a generous $1,000 donation from the Cooroy Rag’s Community Grants program. Their grant was used to purchase a new digital scanner. They also bought storage boxes and envelopes from Archival Survival, a company that specialises in supplying archival quality materials to libraries, museums and others with projects where preservation of materials is important. There are thousands of pre-digital photos in the Heritage Centre’s archives, including a collection of old Cooroy Rag newspapers and original photos that were donated by the estate of the late Margaret Chinn, who ran the paper for many years. This year the volunteers
at the centre have begun a photo digitisation project to preserve and catalogue all these photos so that they can be used for family history and community research in the future. The paper and ink of old photos fade and deteriorate, but paper prints and slides and negatives can be digitised. Faded prints can even have colour and detail restored using modern equipment. Besides the original photographs, The Heritage Centre holds many years’ worth of historic copies of The Cooroy Rag, which will now be safely stored in archival boxes. There is also a collection from Edna Smith together with other historical photos which have been donated by families from the region.
Once the old photos are securely backed up in digital files, they are catalogued in a searchable database which will make research easier and more accessible. The scanner will be available for members and visitors to use for other projects, such as saving and sharing old photos, documents, newspaper and magazine articles and more. The mountain of material to be catalogued is large and the team have found many interesting photos of people and events that were featured in the news many years ago. However some lack names or captions, so in future, some of the more interesting pictures will be reprinted in The Cooroy Rag and readers will be asked for input such as identifying people or events.
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Woodies busy on the Art Trail THE Cooroora Woodworkers Club Inc. is proud to be a part of Noosa’s month of ‘Artober’ through its full participation in the Noosa Open Studios Art Trail. Its woodies have handcrafted the deckchair frames for one definitive event over the past two years – Deckchairs on the Green. This year, the club upped its involvement by extending the opening hours of the clubhouse on Lower Mill Rd to give the local community an opportunity to experience members’ talents and skills. At the same time, the club has instigated the Cooroora Makers, a collective of designer/makers of contemporary fine furniture in the Noosa Area. This group includes musical instrument makers, sculptors, woodturners and carvers working primarily in wood, but with pieces in-
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corporating other materials such as metal and resin. The Cooroora Makers will be exhibiting at the Butter Factory Arts Centre for the duration of the Noosa Open Studios event from October 1-10. If you haven’t had enough
of the pleasures wood may bring you, then this is the perfect opportunity to experience the annual Woodcraft Show on 5 and 6 November at the Cooroy Memorial Hall. Get up close and personal with all things wood! Cooroy Rag, 06 October 2021 Page
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Tinbeerwah art show biggest and best ever
POMONA STATE SCHOOL Prep Transition Mornings You and your child are invited:
9:15am – 10:30am • Wed 13th October • Thurs 21st October • Fri 29th October Please bring - shoes and a hat
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THE Tinbeerwah Art groups Annual Show held at Tinbeerwah Hall earlier this month was the biggest and best ever. Art Show Coordinator, Jan Cooke, said that there was a steady stream of visitors from the time the doors opened at midday. “We sold 33 paintings. Artists' donations, gold coin entry and the raffle raised $2000, which will be donated to Katie Rose Cottage Hospice, Doonan.” Winner of the People's Choice Prize was Mary Zouglakis and Vivien Lawson won the Margaret
Coffee, chat and cake COME along to the Lawson Shed, Pomona every second and fourth Tuesday of the month for coffee, chat and cake. It all starts at 10am and costs $3.
THE more RSL members we have the stronger our voice to government departments and thus benefits for our veterans. Your local Cooroy-Pomona RSL Sub-Branch invites you to join our fellow returned service men and woman and gain justice for those in need. Membership of the Club and Sub-Branch only costs $5.50. For further information call in to see us or phone (07) 5447 6131.
Would you like to sing COME and join us. We are a community choir who sing beautiful, joyful songs from around the world in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. We meet Tuesdays from 4pm till 5.30pm at our new venue, the CWA hall in Eumundi. All levels of ability are accepted without auditions. For more information call Joan on 0419517869.
Fabulous 60s Plus WE are a fun, friendly, seniors social group, who welcome couples and singles to join us for morning coffee every Monday from 10am at the
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Connolly Hangers Prize. The members of Tinbeerwah Art group would like to
thank everyone for their fantastic support and generosity.
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Vivien Lawson and her painting “Boab Tree’, winner of the Margaret Connolly Prize.
Wine Bar, Tewantin Marina and Thursdays from 10am at the Boathouse on the Noosa River.
Museum, starting at 10am. The Committee meets once per month and occasionally as needed.
We also have a monthly program of dinners, lunches, walks, picnics and other activities. Please contact Joan on 0419517869 for more details.
All positions will be declared vacant at the AGM.
Cooroy Hookers COOROY Hookers are a group of girls who get together every week to crochet, knit and chat. We meet every Thursday at 9am in the CWA Hall. The $6 admission includes coffee and cake. No experience is necessary. Come for a chat and to learn how to crochet and knit. For more info contact Virginia on 0427 221 931.
Free Italian Language conversation JOIN a small group and practice everyday Italian conversation at 10.30 am every fortnight at Fine Espresso & Spa, 239 Gympie Terrace Noosaville.
The current president will not be re-nominating. Therefore if you have good administrative skills, good leadership and management skills please consider nominating for the position. All interested parties are invited to contact the current president, Trish Kearton, via telephone 54851080 or email on info@ noosamuseum.org.au for further information. All nominations must be in writing at least 14 days prior to the AGM, 9 October 2021. Please RSVP your attendance by phoning 54851080. Due to COVID restrictions, attendance numbers may be limited.
Pomona Cooran Cutters AGM POMONA Cooran Cutters’ AGM will be held at the Club House in Cooran on Sunday 31 October 2021 at 10am.
We help each other with stress and pronunciation. Beginners are welcome and there is no fee.
All positions will be vacant and any nominations can be emailed to secretary@ pccutters.com.au
Order a coffee and join Isabella at our reserved table. More information at www.italydreaming.com. au or email Isabella@ italydreaming.com.au.
All are welcome to attend, including past players and our community! Let’s keep this club open. Love to see the support on the day. Phone Jules on 0428 850 245.
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New Christmas Tree festival at Imbil
Sunshine Butterflies mark second backyard triathlon SUNSHINE Butterflies Disability Charity hosted their very own Sunshine Butterflies Triathlon for the second year at their property ‘Our Backyard’ in Cooroibah. After the impact of Covid-19 on local sporting and Triathlon events, in 2020 Sunshine Butterflies decided to put together their very own Triathlon for their members who live with disability. After such an overwhelming response from their members, staff and local community, the charity decided to once again bring this event to life. Sunshine Butterflies’ Events and Marketing, Ali Kelly-McCudden, said the Triathlon was an uplifting and inspiring event for our members and community. “We couldn’t wait to do it again this year.” Sunshine Butterflies Triathlon is based on the traditional triathlon format, but with a twist. People of all abilities took part in three inclusive
events which included a run, a wheelchair ride and a water splash relay. There were smiles, cheers and tears of pure joy as Sunshine Butterflies members came rushing through the finish line. This event was kindly sponsored by The June
Canavan Foundation. “We are so grateful to The June Canavan Foundation for making this day possible,” said Lucy Mills, Community Development. The local charity was further supported by many individuals and groups on the day including ambas-
sadors Jimmy and Tam Winners of The Block 2020, local triathletes, The Good Shepherd Lutheran College Year 9 students, Sunshine Beach Special Education Unit, Emu Hire, Coles Noosa and Sunshine Butterflies partner, Cérge-Your Digital Concierge.”
THERE’S a new festival in the Mary Valley! The Imbil Christmas Tree Festival, a fundraiser for the CWA, is being held on Saturday 27 November. Imbil CWA member, Marina Taylor, said that the inspiration for this festival actually came from Blackwater CWA. “The community involvement that the event inspired, in a town not much bigger than Imbil, was very impressive. “We hope that our community will join us in celebrating Christmas and creativity, in a way that will bring a smile to every face.” Entrants use their imagination, and whatever they have on hand, to either decorate a traditional tree or to create their own tree from scratch. Then the trees are put on display for the public to view, and to vote on their favourites. One of last year’s winners, Mick from Dundee’s Plumbing, said he used a toilet as the base, then glued about 40 metres of PVC pipe onto a plywood backing. First prize, however, went
to a tree made from toilet paper rolls - rather appropriate for 2020. In 2019, another business used work equipment to construct their tree, which had a fire hydrant for the base, a coat for the tree outline, and a helmet for the ‘star’. Individuals and businesses are invited to participate in the Imbil Christmas Tree Festival by entering their own tree in either the Traditional or Novelty categories, for a chance to win great prizes. Entry forms are available online at www. facebook.com/imbil2020. The Christmas trees are open for public viewing on Saturday 27 November, from 10am, by a gold coin donation. This is a family-friendly event that is linked with Twilight Markets and live entertainment. For more information visit Imbil CWA’s Facebook page or email Jenny at hotduckindiva@gmail.com. Expressions of interest from vendors for the markets are also invited. Please call Denise on 042 782 1180.
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What exactly is Shingles?
Rag Review BY THE RUSTY FORK
YOU have probably heard of chickenpox but have you heard of shingles? Shingles is a serious disease caused by a reactivation of the chickenpox virus. If you’ve had chickenpox you can develop shingles. Shingles causes a blistering rash and one in 10 people experience nerve pain, which can be severe and can last sometimes months or even years. What causes shingles? If you have had chickenpox, the inactive virus stays in your nerve cells near your spine. When shingles develops, it’s because the virus has become active again. Usually, a person will only get shingles once in their lives, but it can sometimes occur again if the person has a weakened immune system.
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numbness in the affected area of the body sensitivity to light fever and/or headache fatigue
To prevent passing the virus on, keep the rash covered with clothing or a dressing and always clean your hands after you touch the rash or change any dressing.
See your doctor as soon as possible if you are experiencing any shingles symptoms, as the sooner you start treatment, the more effective the treatment is.
How is shingles treated? Shingles gets better without any complications in many people. In others, several complications can occur. Shingles is generally diagnosed by a doctor, who will usually examine you and may test the fluid from the blisters. There is no cure for shingles, but it can be treated with antiviral medication. Treatment works best if started within three days and should ideally be started within 24 hours of the rash appearing.
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What are the symptoms of shingles? Shingles presents as a skin rash characterised by pain and blistering. It can affect any part of the body, but usually appears on one side of the face or body. Symptoms include: • pain • a burning, tingling or itching sensation • a stabbing sensation • sensitivity to touch
Can shingles be passed on to others? You can’t catch shingles from another person with shingles, but the virus responsible for chickenpox can be passed on by someone with shingles, to a person who has not had chickenpox (disease) or been vaccinated against it. This can happen when a person comes into contact with the fluid from the blisters.
I MUST say, I was a little hesitant when Mrs Fork told me that we were meeting mates in the Cooroy Business Park. Yet, I was pleasantly surprised when I arrived at 20 20 Distillery. This little gem opened its doors in December and draws on the abundance of fruits found on the Sunshine Coast to create their signature gins and whiskeys. They pride themselves on delivering high-end spirits made from high-quality ingredients, including locally sourced raspberries and plums with spring water sourced from Cooroy Mountain. Their single malt whiskey is distilled in a traditional copper pot which sits pride of place in the middle of the bar. Being an accustomed gin drinker, it was hard to make a choice from the extensive menu. With offerings such as Holy Quandong, Pink Sauce and James Bond, I decided to let someone else do the thinking and opted for a “Gin Flight”. Mrs Fork and I sampled four half serve samples of these gins which were served with paired garnishes and tonic water on the side. It was a good introduction to taste a few of the
gins made at the distillery. The Gin Flight is delivered with a quick masterclass from the very knowledgeable staff. Besides providing for lovers of gin, there is also a selection of beers (including Cooroy Bitter) and fruit sodas. Also on offer are refreshing gin seltzers (gin with fruit flavoured soda), and a good selection of charcuterie and tapas. It’s a friendly space where you would feel equally comfortable coming from work in your high viz or being in your glad rags. And we love the Distillery Dog Rehydration Station for fourlegged friends! As it was too good to leave behind flavours of crushed raspberries, we purchased a bottle of Pink Gin which has become a favourite for an afternoon tipple. As the weather warms up, I’m sure 20 20 will become a good choice for a relaxed Sunday afternoon session. The tasting room is open every Friday from 3pm to 8pm and Saturday and Sunday from Noon to 8pm. Service 10/10 Food 8/10 Atmosphere 7/10 (dim the lights a little, boys!)
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Living with Lyme disease really sucks! BY LEONIE SHANHAN LYME disease, ever heard of it? Apparently, it is not in Australia! Yet it’s estimated 500,000 people are suffering from it including many who live on the Sunshine Coast. However, the Australian Government won’t recognise it or allow GP doctors to treat those affected, leaving them with multi-system health symptoms and treated like lepers. As a Sunshine Coast local, I am best known for my organic gardening and Edible School Gardens Programs. But I have been dealing with Lyme disease for more than seven years, after getting one tick bite at Wamuran and another at Cooran. Some of my symptoms include
severe chronic fatigue (I couldn’t do my school gardens work any longer), brain fog, flu-like symptoms, feeling like I had thousands of bugs crawling under my skin, pain, heart palpitations, and many more. There are 150 different symptoms with Lyme disease, and it often imitates other diseases like MS, Alzheimer’s, Fibromyalgia, ADHD and more. After sending blood to the USA to confirm that I had Lyme disease, I started researching Lyme and looking for natural treatments to heal my failing body. What kept me going was my decision to find solutions to not only heal myself from Lyme disease but also to help others who have little support in this country. Part of this support is my new
book, ‘Lyme disease Sucks, the trauma, the truth & the triumph’ which describes my journey and all the different treatments that I tried - many successful, some not. The book gives a ‘toolbox’ of symptomatology, healing techniques, tools, treatments, routines, life skills and healers. Is this book only for people who suspect they have Lyme disease or actually have it? Definitely not. This book ‘Lyme disease Sucks, the trauma, the truth & the triumph’ was written to give people an understanding of what a ‘Lyme life’ looks like, so they can give compassion and support to those suffering. Most of all this is a story of courage and hope. See more online at: www.Leonieshanahan.com.au
Leonie Shanahan with her book “Lyme Disease Sucks”.
Help Carol raise money for breast cancer research
BreastScreen mobile service returns THE BreastScreen Queensland mobile service will visit Cooroy from 19 October to 9 November 2021, to enable women in the area to access free, high quality breast cancer screening. BreastScreen Queensland Sunshine Coast Medical Director, Dr Alison Roper, said that finding breast cancer early, when it is smaller, means that women have more options for treatment. “Early detection can literally save lives.” Women between the ages of 50
and 74, are strongly encouraged to have a breast screen every two years. In the Noosa Hinterland, only 52 per cent of women in the 50 to 74 year age group are having regular breast screens, compared with the Sunshine Coast average of 55 per cent. Less than 47 per cent of women in the 50 to 54 year age group are taking advantage of the free breast cancer screening provided by this mobile service and at six permanent locations across the Sunshine Coast including Noosav-
ille, Gympie and Nambour. “Studies show that women in the 50 – 74 year age group benefit the most from regular breast screening, but the free service is also available to women aged 40 – 49 and over 75 years,” Dr Roper said. The BreastScreen Queensland Program is provided free to women aged 40 years and over, with no doctor’s referral needed. To make an appointment call 13 20 50, or visit www.breastscreen.qld.gov.au.
COOROY Chamber of Commerce Secretary, Carol Christensen, is hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast to raise money for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. The event will be held at Saw & Mill Cooroy on Friday 29 October at 7.30am. Carol told the Cooroy Rag they will have a stall at Octoberfest on 9 October at Saw & Mill to promote the Pink Ribbon Breakfast. “We will be selling tickets for the breakfast and taking orders for Buttercup Cupcakes (to be collected at the breakfast) as well as selling raffle tickets and raising awareness that early detection can save lives. “At the breakfast, we will auction some items as well as have a guest speaker.” Carol said Saw & Mill, Cooroy RSL and Cooroy Hotel are all helping by donating a percentage of their schnitzel’s sales for the month of October. “So, grab a schnitzel for breast cancer. As I keep saying, we live in a great community.” Anyone who would like to donate
prizes for raffles and auction items to help make a real difference to Australians affected by breast cancer can contact Carol at secretary@ cooroy.com.au. Donations can be made to Carol’s fundraising page at: https://fundraise.nbcf.org. au/fundraisers/carolchristensen. All donations over $2 are tax deductible with a receipt via email. The National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) is Australia’s leading national body for funding game-changing breast cancer research and its funds are raised entirely by the Australian public. Research is the best way to prevent death and improve how breast cancer is diagnosed, managed and treated. NBCF is working towards one goal: zero deaths from breast cancer by 2030. Together we can help them get there.
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The clippety clop of little hooves OKAY, now you have the long-awaited foal! This is always so exciting. Even the other horses love to see a new foal. Most often you will come out and your colt or filly foal will already be up and drinking from the mare, working out how to use those long legs. There are a few things that you can do and should check once your foal has arrived. Is the mouth formed properly? Is the foal breathing normally? It’s a good idea to dab some iodine on and around the umbilical cord, and see that it is closed and clean. It is good to observe the mare and foal for the first few hours but try to let the mare and foal bond. If it’s the mare’s first foal, you may have to hold the mare while the foal works out where the udder is and latches on for its first drink. Make sure that the mare accepts her foal. A few squeals and confusion is normal. Be very careful with your mare for the first few days as mares can be very protective of their new foals. Only 5% of foals have problems but when there is a problem, the quicker that this can be taken care of the better, as a newborn foal can go downhill very quickly! The first 24hrs are critical to a foal’s survival and the longer you leave it, the more you reduce how the vet can help the foal. There are five particularly important things to watch.
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1) It is critical that the foal gets colostrum within the first 12 hours of birth, as it will only be absorbed by the foal at this time. The colostrum contains the antibodies that the foal needs to survive in the outside world, so it is at risk of any kind of infection even up to a month later, if it doesn’t get those antibodies. If for some reason your foal is not up and drinking from the mare, you should milk the mare and keep the first milk /colostrum so that your vet can drench the foal with it. You do not want this to flow onto the ground as Colostrum is considered liquid gold in the horse breeding world. Keep it in a clean sealed bag or container in the fridge or alternatively, it will even last 12mnth in the freezer. Colostrum is only available for the first 12-24 hours from foaling, and after this, it will be straight milk. Between 12 and 24hrs, an IGG test can be taken. This is a great way to see if indeed the foal has received enough immunoglobulins from the colostrum.
If your foal fails this test, it means your foal does not have the necessary antibodies for protection from bacterial infections and plasma will be needed. This is something your vet will be able to help you with. 2)Your foal should drink 5-7 times an hour so they have small frequent feeds and will put on 0.5 – 1.5kgs a day! You should make sure that there is no milk coming from the nasal passage while the foal is feeding as this could mean a malformation of the pallet. 3) The next thing to look out for with your foal is that the meconium has passed. This should be passed within the first 3 - 4 hrs after birth and after feeding from the mare. This is usually a dark green, brown or black tarlike substance. Failure to pass the meconium results in significant abdominal pain to the foal. 1.5% of foals are affected by meconium impactions with colt foals more likely to have an impaction than a filly. If you notice the foal straining to pass the meconium, an enema should be given to the foal within the first 6 -12 hours. The foal should then be monitored for the next 24– 36 hours to make sure all the meconium has passed and yellow milk stools are now passing through. Again, the colostrum is valuable, acting as a laxative to get
the foal passing properly. At the age of 7 – 10 days, you might notice that your foal is quite loose in its bowel movements. This is normal for a couple of days. However if this changes to diarrhoea, you will need to call your vet for assistance as your foal can dehydrate very quickly and will need treatment! 4) Urination is the next important thing to look out for. This usually occurs after 6 – 8hrs of life for a filly and 8 – 10hrs for a colt. If this does not happen in this time, call your vet as this is an indication that there may be an internal problem. You should also take note that there is no urine coming from the umbilical area. 5) Make sure that your foal is alert and active! If it is slow and seems a little dopey, it may be a bit premature or born too fast and can be what’s called a dummy foal. Call your vet for assistance. It is normal for larger foals to be a bit lax in the fetlocks and these will tighten up in the first week or so. However if the foal’s legs are stopping them from being able to stand and feed, you should ask your vet for assistance as some splints and wraps may be needed while the tendons adjust. Last but not least, enjoy watching your new foal grow and play!!
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Letters to the Editor I JUST read the front page [regarding the old Butter Factory Well] and find that wonderful discovery amazing. It would be nice to think it could be a place for the public to fill up their water bottles! Leisa Gunton I HAVE just been reading your article on the Butter Factory “Well” that has recently been opened and found to contain a pump system to draw water. I know of three other wells that have been capped and now lie under a ton of cement. There is one at the back of Cooroy Motors’ old garage, and another at the back of Wimmers Cordial Factory. The well at the garage was used for cleaning the building and also, Harry Spring used the water to make his medicines. Jack Wimmer of course used water from his well to make his soft drinks. The banter between these two local fellows was well known around town. The story goes that our pharmacist made a passing remark to Jack that he only coloured the water. Jack answered, saying “At least
I add sugar to my drinks, however, what you add is questionable.” The factory would pump the water up, and it would pass through a candle filter to a high storage tank before it was used. The third well was situated at the back of “Oak Bonnell” house and supplied the town and surrounding areas with water during summer and droughts. I believe that Adam Emmerson was the water diviner of these wells. All these wells are situated on the same underground stream. Just a bit more knowledge to add to the debate. Amy Dwyer THE Butter Factory well... One - a construction built over the well site, using a four-post design with a hip tin roof and signage to show some history about how the water was used mainly for washing butter to remove buttermilk in the process of making butter. It was also used for making ice and in the wood-fired boiler to provide steam to run the steam engine and for other factory usages. Two - install a pump and power to enable water to be drawn from
the well mainly for the out of town residents in dry times as they rely on rainwater for their tanks. A reasonable cost could be charged to cover power etc. and the water could be free. Another great tourist attraction for our town of Cooroy. Alan Kenzler IN regards to the water in the Apex Park Well, I would like to see it used in the playground being built in Cooroy, opposite the Library. As this water has no added chlorine to it, it would be ideal for the creeks and ponds for wildlife such as frogs. Natural spring water would be perfect for their environment. This water could also be used to run the ablution block and the drinking fountains. You would not have to run a pipe across the road. Instead, you could run a trench alongside the footpath to the bridge, go under the bridge and you are at the park. Little cost involved. If a trench isn’t suitable, a pipe could run along the fence when it is re-erected after the completion of the car park. Max Arbuthnot
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Well, well, well...liquid gold in Cooroy
By ALEX PURCELL THE lid has been lifted on a decades old Cooroy mystery with ‘’liquid gold’’ discovered under a sewerage cap in the heart of town. For years, long-time local and owner of Cooroy Hire Service, Max Arbuthnot, has been telling anyone who’d listen that the mouldy concrete tank in Apex Park with ‘’SANSEW’’ stamped on the heavy metal lid is not waste, rather the ‘’best tasting water ever’’. “Well, one day a few years ago, a guy was in the park testing the water and I told him about the well and he said after he’d finished that he’d lift the lid,’’ Max told the Cooroy Rag. “For 40 years everyone has thought it was sewage but he lifted that lid and it was liquid gold. I drank a bottle of it and it was the best tasting water I’ve ever had.” Max said he was told the well was capped with a sewerage tank storage lid because there were no water lids available at that time. But now the Cooroy Rag has established a century-old link, which confirms
the concrete tank is in fact a well, which supplied water to the old Butter Factory. The Butter Factory well was first sunk in 1914 by the Wide Bay Co Butter Factory and used during its years of operation from 1931 to 1975. Alan Kenzler moved to Cooroy in 1949 and worked at the Cooroy Butter Factory from 1950 to 1966. He told the Cooroy Rag it is indeed the well from which they used to pump water to the factory to wash the butter. “There was only one well in my time and that was the one in Apex Park,’’ he said. ‘’We had two-inch galvanised piping that ran under the road to the Butter Factory in order to pump the water up to the holding tanks at the side of the factory. “We used the water from the well to wash the butter and make ice in summer for the people of Cooroy. The water was very good quality, quite soft. For our use, we had to chlorinate it.” Cooroy-raised man, Rob Jeffs, remembers the day that the well was capped, sealing a chapter of Cooroy’s dairy production past with it. “It was probably a year af-
A trio with a well of local knowledge: Alan Kenzler, Max Arbuthnot and Rob Jeffs. Photo: Travis Macfarlane.
ter the Butter Factory closed and I remember council had a crane in to put on the lid,” he told the Cooroy Rag. A spokesperson for Noosa Council said they are “convinced” the tank is part of local sewerage infrastructure and could not shed any light on its historical connection to the town. A search of UnityWater’s mapping shows the infrastructure is neither connected to the sewerage or reticulated mains and a spokesperson confirmed it is “not on their infrastructure map” nor associated with UnityWater’s sampling tap
I WHOLEHEARTEDLY agree with Rebecca Moore’s suggestion to use the well [Cooroy Rag 15 September 2021]. When travelling in Italy in the 70s, a little seaside town on the mainland near the Straits of Mes-
Infrastructure upgrades bring new life to pedestrian and cycling routes NEW and upgraded infrastructure continues to be the focus of Noosa Council’s Capital Works Program. Work continues to progress on the Cooroy Hinterland Adventure Playground project. The water play area is nearly completed, while the amenities block and picnic shelter buildings are underway. A specialist play equipment builder has arrived on-site to commence installing the various climbing structures including timber frames, central climbing tower and flying fox. Council have commenced planting some of the mature trees which eventually will cover most of the site. Meanwhile, the car parks and new pedestrian crossing in Maple Street are nearly complete, with
construction of the new car parks in the Lower Mill area underway. Council’s Cycling and Walking Strategy Implementation Plan was finalised this year and adopted in July. It has identified around 450 new and upgraded pathway and cycleway projects across the Shire, including numerous missing links and route refinements, to improve the connectivity of our walking and cycling networks. It includes a list of projects proposed over the next 10 years. In this year’s Capital Works Plan, Council has allocated $1.25 million for the construction of pathways and cycleways including the following Hinterland connections: • Cooroy Tewantin Road missing pathway link • 100m of 3m wide pathway
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Currently, it is estimated that over 80% of travel across Noosa is undertaken by car, with 12% of those trips less than 2km, and 20% less than 4km. Yet walking, jogging, running, cycling and bushwalking are the top 10 recreational activities for Queenslanders. Riding or walking short distances each day could help make savings to a household budget and reduce emissions. It will take a new approach if we want to create a change and see more people riding for health, transport and tourism, thereby easing travel and parking congestion. The Noosa Cycling and Walking Strategy aim to deliver a better connected, higher quality and safer cycle and walking network
at Apex Park. UnityWater said they were unable to investigate any further, because their crews were “currently limiting any interactions with the public due to Queensland Health’s COVID-19 advice”. A sample water test by a local company for the Rag confirmed the Apex Park water is clear with a good pH and no traces of chlorine. But the ultimate ‘’test’’ was left to Alan, Max and Rob as they lifted the lid on a piece of local history. “Yes, that’s the well, alright,” Alan said, looking in.
“Originally, a water diviner picked the spot and they sunk the well down but they abandoned it for a while because it wasn’t making enough water. In 1930, a Mr Munroe sank a bore down in the base of that well to get a better stream and they got beautiful water.” Holding up a glass of crystal clear water, Alan said: “Look at this beautiful water.” “No sewage in that,” Max said. Cooroy is renowned for its subterranean water with a spring at the foot of Cooroy Mountain that supplies wa-
ter for thousands of bottles each year as the sought-after Cooroy Mountain Spring Water. That water has been described as so pure that it needs almost no processing before it is bottled at the source. Natural springs are formed when an aquifer - an underground layer of permeable rock or loose materials such as gravel - transmits water to the surface. *Tell us what you think. What should be done with the old Butter Factory well? Email the Rag editorial@ cooroyrag.com.au
sina revolved around its perpetually flowing spring. The townspeople used it for their freshwater needs, gossiping, laughing and connecting. 1 I still picture it in my mind. Deborah Radunz Cooroy Rag, August 2021 - Page
Joe Jurisevic Councillor for our community. Over the next 10 years, the construction of new and upgraded walking and cycling infrastructure projects are estimated at $22.68 million, with available funding estimated at $1.45million annually. Project delivery will be subject to consideration each year as part of Council’s annual budget process and to additional funding from other sources, such as grants, in order to complete future projects sooner. Further information on the Noosa Cycling and Walking Strategy Implementation Plan can be found on Council’s website: https:// noosacouncil.s3-ap-southeast-2. amazonaws.com/public/CyclingFlipBook/NCWSIP%20FLIP.html
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Gymnasts flying high in junior State Champs GYMNASTS from Cooroy Gymnastics Club excelled at the Queensland Junior State Championships held on the Gold Coast in September. The championship was held over four days at the Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre where gymnasts from all over Queensland competed for State Titles. This year the club had eleven gymnasts qualify, some for the first time. The Queensland State Championships also includes the Regional Challenge where selected gymnasts qualify to represent their region. This provided a great chance for gymnasts to represent the Sunshine Coast. Cooroy Gymnastics Club came away with three State Championship titles including the Women’s Level 4 All Around trophy and eleven top three podium places. Cooroy also had four gymnasts representing the Sunshine Coast, Neve, Zayden, Khan and Dermott.
The Level 3 Men’s Team finished first while the Level 4 Women’s Team came in third. Results WAG Level 4 Open: • Neve Baylden: 1st All Around, 1st Uneven bars, 7th Beam & 3rd Floor • MAG Level 3 Open: • Zayden Johnson: 3rd All Around, 7th Pommel, 8th Parallel Bars & 3rd Rings • Khan Ormerod: 4th Floor • Max Ormerod: 8th Pommel & 7th High Bar • Beau Anderson: 5th High Bar • MAG Level 4 Open: • Dermott Craig: 3rd All Around, 5th Pommel, 6th Rings, 6th Vault, 4th Parallel Bars & 4th High Bar • MAG Level 6 Optional: • Mackenzie Jones: 2nd All Around, 1st Floor, 4th Pommel, 2nd Rings, 5th Vault, 3rd Parallel Bars, 2nd High Bar
Cooroy Gymnasts are celebrating three State Championship titles inclkuding and eleven top three pdoium places.
Ladies tee off on Tuesdays at Cooroy ARE you thinking of joining a friendly Golf Club? Cooroy Golf Club is inviting women of all abilities to join their nine-hole competition on Tuesday mornings. This is a great way to learn the finer points of playing golf while getting exercise in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. The Women’s Tuesday Club was originally designed for beginners to learn what golf is all about. It has now developed into a ninehole competitions, but newcomers to golf are still most welcome to join us. We have golfers of all levels playing together and they are all willing to help. If you have never played golf and would like to try, but have been unsure of where to begin, this could be for you. You do not need a handicap to begin and you can play for three weeks without being obliged to become a member of the club. We have golf clubs for hire if required. Experienced golfers are very welcome, as are those who have been away from golf for a while
LEFT: The 2021 March Past Winners: first place, Pomona Pony Club; second place, Cooroy Horse & Pony Club; third place, Mooloolah Pony Club; fourth place, Tewantin Noosa Pony Club and fifth place, Gympie Pony Club. RIGHT: Vicki Knights and Joanie Boyce along with Annie Howard in 2016
Gymkhana winners celebrate Come along and have a round of golf with in Tuesday’s nine-hole Ladies Comp.
and would like to regain their skills. Once golfers have become familiar with the game and have gained enough confidence to progress to 18-hole competitions, these are available on Thursdays and Saturdays. We have a very friendly group and you will be made very welcome. For further information,
please contact Cooroy Golf Club on 07 5447 6258. Recently, the Tuesday Club held their inaugural nine-hole two-person ambrose over two rounds. Winners were Kay Gilmour and Wendy Morse with a nett score of 70, while Janine Wynwood and Jenny Tucker were runners-up on 73.
COOROY Horse & Pony Club celebrated their annual Gymkhana on Sunday 19 September. President Siona Howard told the Cooroy Rag that they were blessed with perfect weather and minimal restrictions. From South East Queensland, 81 amazing riders and their horses competed in show jumping, rider classes and mounted games. “Riders varied in age from three to 70 years, and the competitors fought it out for the top spot in their respective age groups. The
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club had a very popular mega raffle with prizes donated from many local businesses, plus a terrific canteen, both of which raise money for the club. All members of the club pulled together and worked hard to make the day a huge success.” The 2021 Gymkhana was held in memory of Vicki Knights and Joanie Boyce, two life members who sadly passed away last year. “We were honoured to welcome Vicki’s daughter Skye, and Joanie’s daughter Jenyce, to help with the presentations,” said Siona.
HOROSCOPES
up believing you are more robust than everyone else. A wise attitude will allow you to express your desires without getting into trouble.
looks promising. But do not abuse your popularity or your success to force your way through, in the family or elsewhere.
ARIES: Saturn finally allows you to set up your projects, but do not think you are exempt from all precautions. Don’t take advantage of this opportunity to demand more and better. Instead, think about harmonizing your responsibilities with your partner or others (family, work environment, friends). You must put into perspective anger that pollutes the debates, before the exchanges can resume a regular course.
CAPRICORN: You can now apply the lessons that have enabled you to know your limits and go beyond them. Substantial stakes mobilize you on the professional front. Avoid provoking your hierarchy, and defend your rights without overstepping them to win in the long run. October could fulfil your wishes concerning your social and financial expansion, and expose your talents rather than your grievances.
SCORPIO: Saturn is pushing you to set new rules for your family. Be prepared to expose your potential and do not aggressively give away that you want to run everything. A little delicacy will allow you to seduce and convince without going through conflicts.
CANCER: Saturn has forced you to draw a line under the past. You are now giving another direction to your life. You are building on solid ground. Hang on. Don’t be afraid to take a stand. Listen to those around you, and you will be able to act without imposing any constraints. Do not let yourself be dazzled by blissful optimism. Remain lucid and realistic.
TAURUS: You are reaching the end of the tunnel, and you deserve the recognition you have been waiting for. Take your time in October, without rushing. Go slowly but surely towards success. To make the most of the energies, leave a little room for others to exist. Don’t lose your patience. You might attract reproaches.
LIBRA: You have the opportunity to communicate more efficiently but channel your nervous tension to prepare the ground usefully. The October sky favours your blossoming, but give
LEO: Your relationships are evolving, and you can assert yourself without raising your voice. However, discussions are still stalled. Wait until the 18th to re-launch the debates, and in the meantime, take advantage of Jupiter, which
AQUARIUS: You are coming out of a difficult period. You are getting your head back on straight, and overcoming the last obstacles without difficulty. From the 18th onwards, you really take back the reins of your life, but do not let certain impulses from the past spoil your progress. GEMINI: If you were exasperated by slow and sluggish exchanges, they will start again from the 18th and will be successful. It is better to wait than to get unnecessarily upset. Don’t try to get more than you want. Jupiter brings you a beautiful fulfilment that should satisfy you in most areas.
VIRGO: Saturn helps you secure your status and results. Being a little nervous and irritable, you can’t stand the slow pace that keeps you under pressure. Take refuge in your private circle to recharge your batteries and wait until the discussions are revived. Nothing stands in the way of your success except a tendency to ask too much of others. Your demands could go too far. SAGITTARIUS: You are the unanimous choice of those around you, but do not abuse your charisma to demand more and more. Saturn has helped strengthen your mind, and it reinforces the idea that you need to grow up in your head to mature a little. All you have to do is to enjoy life without worrying too much about your future. Carpe Diem. PISCES: You have understood specific lessons and are drawing a line under the past to prepare for the future. Don’t let yourself be disturbed by inner turmoil that is concerning your evolution. You are at times very (too?) reactive. Show yourself to be more accommodating as this attitude will make you move forward more quickly and without conflict.
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real estate
Deceased estate sells via online auction There was a bidding frenzy early with six registered buyers taking the property into the high $600,000’s in the first 24 hours of the campaign. The Online Auction was originally booked for 11th October but was brought forward to 29th September due to the strong interest. With 8 registered bidders fighting it out for 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home on 1012sqm located within walking distance to the heart of Cooroy, the final bidding stage took all of 13 minutes to determine the winning bidder. The property achieved a sales price of $766,000 well above the vendor’s expectations. “The great thing about online Auctions is there is no borders for interstate
bidders, all they need is to be registered to bid and then they can bid from the comfort of their own home” says Kate Mayne, Auctioneer for Noosa Hinterland Real Estate. “Properties are sold under Auction terms and conditions however the vendor can also accept terms if they so wish. “Buyers can see the bids as they are being made which offers complete transparency – it’s a ‘win, win’ for both buyers and sellers” Noosa Hinterland Real Estate is now offering online Auctions and online bidding by private treaty, with no Auctioneer fees. If you are interested in learning more give Principal, Sandy Roulston a call on 0438 506 970.
Address: 17 Olivine St, Cooroy Details: 3 Bed 1 Bath on 1012sqm Agents: Kate Mayne - 0408 604 802 Agency: Noosa Hinterland Real Estate
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Hinterland agency makes a winning impression Wythes Real Estate has been announced finalists in the prestigious Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) Awards for Excellence, with winners to be announced on the 23rd of October on the Gold Coast. Reaching the finals in any category is a significant achievement, and this year Wythes has secured not one, but three, finalist spots. Since Sirah and John Robb bought the business in 2017, they have focused on facilitating the success of their team, being industry leaders and giving back to their community. Wythes won their first REIQ
award for Innovation in 2019. Having won the Contribution to Community award in 2020, they are hoping for a back-to-back win in this category as they are finalists for again in 2021. Wythes support a diverse range of community initiatives through financial and volunteer contributions. These initiatives address social isolation in our elderly, economic development for our business community, events to bring people together and the development of our youth. “Real Estate truly is a great platform for making an impact through contributing to your
community,” Sirah reflects. “The sense of purpose and fulfillment that our contributions provide for our entire team is priceless.” Two Wythes agents are also individual finalists - Alisa Wythes for Residential Salesperson of the Year, and Caroline Johnston for Rising Star Salesperson of the Year. Alisa was born and bred in Cooroy and her local knowledge is just one of the many things that sets her apart. “Alisa’s exceptional communication skills and dedication to going above and beyond sees her achieve the best
outcomes for our clients,” Sirah said. Having won the Real Estate Business (REB) Women in Real Estate Australian Regional Sales Agent of the Year award in 2020, the addition of an REIQ individual award would be the icing on the cake for Alisa. Caroline Johnston’s strong sales and customer service background meant her career change to real estate at Wythes in 2020 was a great fit from the start. Plenty of transferable skills, an enthusiasm to learn and a caring approach has seen Caroline excel as a sales agent, achieving impressive outcomes and gaining
many 5-Star reviews in this short time. Clearly a deserving finalist and a rising real estate star to watch. Congratulations to Wythes on making REIQ Award finalists across so many categories. It is well-deserved recognition of the team’s outstanding performance in the real estate industry, and the positive impact they have on the local community. For any enquiries or to book an appraisal contact the team at Wythes Real Estate through the website https://www.wythes. com.au/ or 07 5472 0033 (Cooroy office) or 07 5449 1186 (Doonan office).
work from home office space with telephone and power. Outside the home you will find a kidney shaped salt chlorinated
pool with travertine tiles perfect for outdoor entertaining and BBQ’s with 5kw solar power, your own private water supply and fruit
trees. You may never need to leave home. Don’t delay view, book you inspection to view today.
Doonan living with views to Noosa This one and a quarter acre property represents all the criteria for your family’s growing needs with the convenience of easy access to Noosa and all of the shops, schools and beaches just a short drive away. The unique family home in the heart of Doonan has views to Noosa Heads. A solid three bedroom brick home with freshly renovated kitchen and bathrooms has an open plan living room which features a beautiful built in fireplace, polished timber floors and exposed rafters. The expansive galley style kitchen has gas stove, timber benchtops with plenty of bench space and a walk in open butler’s pantry. There is a dining room which connects with the living and lounge room all perfectly lit naturally with sky lights. The generous master bedroom has verandah access, walk in wardrobe and well-appointed ensuite with dual stylish copper showerheads. Just stunning! The
Address: 45 Wust Rd, Doonan Price: Offers over $1,695,000 Details: 3 Bed 2 Bath 6 Car Inspect: By Appointment Agent: Lian Scott 0402 221 823 Agency: Wythes additional two bedrooms are also a good size and with verandah access. The property has a huge colourbond shed 12 x 9m with high clearance. There are two lined rooms which were designed for a
Spectacular home in prestigious estate Located at the end of a quiet culde-sac in the prestigious Stratford Park Estate, just a few minutes from the thriving country township of Pomona, your new acreage home awaits. Freshly painted throughout, this beautiful four bedroom, two bathroom home offers two spacious living areas with views out the bay windows to surrounding easy care gardens. With the kitchen located in the second living room and extending out to the undercover entertaining area, the home provides perfect dining and living spaces. Large tinted bay windows provide privacy whilst allowing light and cross breezes, with the security of Crimsafe protection. Page
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Ducted air conditioning throughout complement the home with climate controlled “My Air”, allowing you to remotely connect and turn the AC on or off, a great cost saving feature. Solar 6.6Kw system installed with 20 panels returning excellent results on low energy bills. The spacious master bedroom with ensuite and large walk in wardrobe provides a relaxed separation from the further three bedrooms, all with built in wardrobes, carpeted and ceiling fans. The central bathroom and separate toilet are adjacent to the bedrooms and the laundry further down the hall has external access to the garden. The home is complete with a 2 car garage,
Address: 11 Woollahra Court, Pomona Price: Offers considered garden shed and bio cycle grey water septic system. This is a lifestyle location you’ll fall in love with, Pomona township being just 5 minutes away boasting schools, boutique shops, Saturday farmers markets, Pomona Gin Distillery and Mt
Cooroora. An easy drive to other local Hinterland attractions; 10 mins to Cooroy, 15 mins to Eumundi, 30 mins to Noosa Heads or discover Boreen Point and the Noosa Everglades a beautiful 30 minute drive
Details: 4 Bed 2 Bath 2 Car Agent: Caroline Johnston & Alisa Wythes0409 953 311 Agency: Wythes
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Hamptons in the hinterland This graceful home of abundant proportions has an air of refinement and pleasantness. Located in an elevated position on the scenic rim of Eumundi Range, this iconic 5.31 acre property has been lovingly admired by visitors and drivers by for decades. Long-range views to distant mountains and over the green Noosa Hinterland can be enjoyed when entertaining or when taking a dip in the crystal-clear pool fitted with a silver bionizer, for a chlorine and salt free swimming experience. Manicured hedges, lawns and glorious established exotic trees bring the five-star resort feel to this luxurious holiday home. This is a home where there is simply no favorite place to be. Natural light flows into the home through the extensive windows on all sides. Vaulted ceilings with beams compliment the polished timber floors in the living spaces, and berber carpets soften acoustics in the bedrooms. The contemporary kitchen blends perfectly with the fresh lines and is centrally located to easily service outdoor entertaining areas and the elegant formal dining room. The room overlooking the pool area is currently used as a sun-drenched library and is an ideal area for home office. This is the perfect place to read that novel and capture the last long rays of sunlight
Address: 210 Nandroya Road, Cooroy
before night falls. The entry, on the ground floor, leads to the stairway rising up to a very spacious parents retreat, with separate linen/studio. From this level the occupants can enjoy breezes on the deck and have private space from the rest of the world. The 23.8 m indoor gallery is an incredible addition to this unique home and is reminiscent of a prominade deck on a cruise liner. In terms of its promixity to local towns, the property is 4.2km to Cooroy, 6.2km
to Eumundi, 22km to Hastings St Noosa Heads, 33 mins to Maroochydore Airport and 1hr 43 mins to Brisbane’s CBD. This property has a small dam and the land slopes away from the house. Car accommodation is also stylish and in keeping with the Hampton’s vibe. This property can only be truly experienced by appointment. Please call and book your private tour which can be held on days where there are no holiday makers enjoying their time here.
Price: Offers over $2,900,000 Details: 5 Bed 3 Bath 5 Car Pool 5.31 acres Inspect: By Appointment Agents: Sam Hargrave - 0425 777 121 Heidi Bishop - 0490 862 505 Agency: Ray White Pomona Hinterland
Charming Queenslander with its own cottage Positioned on 1.56 level acres with mountain views, this property beautifully balances traditional charms with modern comforts. Thanks to the self-contained cottage onsite and abundant natural assets, it would ideally suit multigenerational families, hosting Airbnb-style accommodation, and anyone seeking a more sustainable lifestyle without the work of a large acreage. The first thing you’ll notice is the delightful street appeal, courtesy of the well-kept lawns and gardens and highset Queenslander home. Here you’ll find character features like timber floors and a shady veranda wrapping around three sides, where you can enjoy the tranquillity and outlook across the grounds. Air conditioning on lower level and new wireless smoke
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alarms add comfort and a contemporary touch. The upper-level features open plan living, including a kitchen with gas cooktop and large walk-in pantry, plus three bedrooms and a bathroom. An additional bedroom, bathroom and living area are downstairs, along with an under-house workshop. At the rear of the home is an inground mineral pool, and a picnic table and fire pit overlooking the enormous, picturesque spring fed dam. The separate, fully approved and air-conditioned second dwelling features an ensuited bedroom, living/dining area, and its own veranda and fenced yard. Stepping outside, the property boasts a plethora of natural inclusions, such as
amazing gardens with vegetable beds and a large variety of fruit trees, with a pump from the dam for water. Two tanks of approximately 22,500 litres each provide for rainwater storage. Situated just 10 minutes from Eumundi, new owners can experience the best of peace and privacy with convenience to schools, shops, cafes and famous markets. For lovers of the beach and fine dining, Noosa Heads is just a 25-minute drive or Coolum Beach 20 minutes from your tranquil hinterland haven. This property is ready to move into and enjoy or modernise to suit your tastes, so don’t delay arranging your inspection.
Address: 422 Gold Creek Road, Eeerwah Vale Price: Offers over $899,000 Details: 5 Bed 3 Bath 2 Car Inspect: By Appointment Agents: Kess Prior - 0404 344 399 Graham Smith - 0408 874 888 Agency: Hinternoosa Real Estate
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Horse-friendly, family friendly with dual living
Move the family, including the grandparents, to the Noosa Hinterland, when you purchase this six-acre horse-friendly property in Cootharaba. Complete with a five-bedroom home and a two-bedroom self-contained cottage, this property has all of the necessary infrastructure to embrace country living. The main home has five bedrooms, two bathrooms, two living areas, a central kitchen, a front verandah, and a north-east facing rear deck overlooking a saltwater inground pool. Other feature include split system air-conditioning, two attractive bay windows, stone benchtops in the kitchen, a 6-burner gas cooktop, ceiling fans, dual vanities and a dual shower in the ensuite. There’s also direct deck access and a pool view from the master bedroom. A second, council approved, dwelling comprising two bedrooms, bathroom/ laundry combo, a kitchen, and a living area can be rented out for an income stream or as a guest room for family and friends. This area has air-conditioning
Acreage living with income stream Address: 50-58 Browns Rd, Belli Park Price: Offers over $1,290,000 Details: 8.6 acres, 3 bed, 1 bath + 1 bed studio,
Address: 86 Junction Road, Cootharaba and ceiling fans too. Infrastructure on the property includes: full boundary fencing, paddock fencing (3-paddocks), 2 x 5,000-gallon water tanks, a bore, and multiple sheds and carports, currently used to store a horse float, stables, tack room and feed shed. There is also a lovely dam on the property, and the land is completely flat and fully useable. The property is of a size that if your children ever wanted a pony or two, they could realise that dream. You could have horses, dogs, cats, chooks, guinea pigs and enjoy a good old-fashioned country lifestyle where outdoor play is maximised and screen time
Price: Offers over $1,250,000 Details: 6 Acres, 5bed, 2 bath + 2 bed 1 bath cottage Agents: Stacey Hitch 0411 429 499 Agency: Countryside Realty Noosa minimised. The house is located less than five-minutes’ drive from Boreen Point, 13 minutes to Tewantin, 20 minutes to Cooroy, and 25-30 minutes to Hastings Street and Noosa Main Beach.
Tucked away in beautiful Belli Park on 8.6 fully-fenced park-like acres is ‘Forestbell’ - an idyllic lifestyle property currently generating a viable income from its established nursery and offering comfortable family-friendly living in a charming home along with potential for a second dwelling. A glorious tree-lined driveway brings you into the property where you’ll find the main residence which comprises three bedrooms, a modern, fully-tiled, bathroom with powder room, and an elegant kitchen with granite benches. It has open plan living, and an expansive full-length covered verandah with north-easterly aspect. Well-maintained and meticulously cared for by its long-term owners, other features of the home include: timber lined ceilings, reverse cycle air-conditioning in the living and master bedroom,
stainless steel appliances, plantation shutters, easy-care flooring, solar hot water, solar power, and a study/sitting area in the master bedroom with direct external access. There’s also an outdoor jacuzzi in its own gazebo. Infrastructure on the property includes: a 3-bay shed with workshop and an air-conditioned self-contained studio with bedroom, kitchenette, and shower (just needs toilet connection to complete); 2 x water tanks, boundary fencing, paddock fencing, dog fencing, greenhouses, and pump from large dam to irrigate the nursery. Established trees, two paddocks, two dams, and an abundance of nursery plants, along with a cottage style garden around the home, complete what is a very enticing property. Plants from the nursery have been currently being
Agents: Stacey Hitch 0411 429 499 Damon Gore 0401 115 816 Agency: Countryside Realty Noosa ‘on sold’ to markets to generate an attractive income, so this is very much a ‘going concern’ with potential to increase output and/or explore other options. Located just a 12-minute drive to the historic township of Eumundi with its famous biweekly markets, 15-minutes to Cooroy with its extensive amenities, and 30 minutes to coast beaches and airport - this is gentle country living without isolation. Contact Agent for further details; this is something special, the type of property many seek but is hard to find. We are expecting significant enquiry, act today.
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